Ibero American College, Student Course Catalog

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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................................. ii ABOUT THE SCHOOL ............................................................................................................................................... 31 Empower Yourself: The Dignity of Work ....................................................................................................................................................... 31 ABOUT THIS CATALOG: .................................................................................................................................................................................. 33 INSTITUTIONAL AND PROGRAMATTIC ACCREDITATION: ............................................................................................................................... 34

ASSOCIATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS, APPROVALS: ............................................................................................... 34 BENEFIT CORPORATION STATUS: ................................................................................................................................................................... 35 HISTORY AND OWNERSHIP: ........................................................................................................................................................................... 36

GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................................................................................................................... 36 CAMPUS LOCATION: ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 36

DIRECTORY .......................................................................................................................................................... 36 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AND CLOSURES: ................................................................................................................... 32 ADMISSIONS ............................................................................................................................................................ 32 ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS: ....................................................................................................................................................................... 32 GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS .......................................................................................................................................................... 32 EVIDENCING A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED: .......................................................................................................................................... 33

FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENTS: .............................................................................................................................. 33 TRANSFER STUDENTS .......................................................................................................................................... 34 ADMISSIONS PROCESS ........................................................................................................................................ 34 PROGRAM WITHDRAWAL: .................................................................................................................................. 35 GRADING POLICY: ................................................................................................................................................ 36 MAKE-UP WORK: ................................................................................................................................................. 36 IMMUNIZATION AND VACCINATION POLICY OF IBERO AMERICAN COLLEGE .................................................... 36 LEAVE OF ABSENCE AND INTERRUPTIONS, COURSE INCOMPLETES, AND WITHDRAWALS: ............................. 37 LEAVE OF ABSENCE: ........................................................................................................................................... 38 ii-

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TUITION POLICY:.................................................................................................................................................. 40 Refund Policy:...................................................................................................................................................... 41 ACADEMIC PROGRESS: Standards of Academic Progress (SAP): Process Overview & Responsibilities ............. 42 EVALUATION PERIODS: ....................................................................................................................................... 42 Qualitative Measure of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) ...................................................................... 42 MAXIMUM TIME FRAME ..................................................................................................................................... 43 TRANSFER OF CREDIT FROM ANOTHER COLLEGE OR VOCATIONAL INSTITUTION ............................................. 43 TRANSFER OF CREDITS FROM IBERO AMERICAN COLLEGE TO OTHER INSTITUTIONS: ..................................... 44 MA PROGRAM ......................................................................................................................................................... 44 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: .................................................................................................................................... 44 PROGRAM OBJECTIVES: ...................................................................................................................................... 45 DISTANCE EDUCATION: ....................................................................................................................................... 46 CURRENT TUITION AND ADDITIONAL FEES: ................................................................................................................................................... 50 COST OF ATTENDANCE: .................................................................................................................................................................................. 50

Medical Assistant Program Courses of Study: .................................................................................................... 51 EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK: .............................................................................................................................................................................. 55

CONTINUING EDUCATION WORKSHOPS ................................................................................................................. 58 Career Building: FREE ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 58 Computer Fundamentals: $195 ..................................................................................................................................................................... 59 Human Anatomy Cadaver Workshop: $195 .................................................................................................................................................. 60 Peripheral IV Insertion and IV Therapy (when offered): $195 ....................................................................................................................... 60

Financial Aid ............................................................................................................................................................ 61 ASSISTANCE IN OBTAINING INSTITUTIONAL OR FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION ................................................ 61 RETURN OF TITLE IV (FEDERAL FINANCAIL AID) .................................................................................................. 63 POST-WITHDRAWAL DISBURSEMENTS: .............................................................................................................. 64 FINANCIAL AID WARNING: .................................................................................................................................. 65 APPEAL PROCESS: ................................................................................................................................................ 65 FINANCIAL AID PROBATION: ............................................................................................................................... 65 MAXIMUM TIME FRAME ..................................................................................................................................... 65 STUDENT STANDARDS AND EXPECTATIONS ............................................................................................................ 66

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STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT: ............................................................................................................................ 66 DISMISSAL: RULES AND REGULATIONS AND CONDITIONS: ................................................................................ 67 RE-ADMISSION TO THE INSTITUTION: ................................................................................................................. 67 ATTENDANCE: ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 67

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONAL CHARGES POLICY: ............................................................................................... 68 COPYRIGHT AND P2P FILE SHARING POLICY: COPYRIGHT AND P2P FILE SHARING POLICY:............................... 68 FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA): .............................................................................. 70 LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: .............................................................................................................................. 71 STUDENT SERVICES AND ACADEMIC ADVISING ...................................................................................................... 74 Medical Amnesty Policy: ..................................................................................................................................... 79 CONSTITUTION DAY AND VOTING REGISTRATION: ............................................................................................ 80 CAMPUS OPERATIONAL POLICIES ........................................................................................................................... 80 Anti-Discrimination Policy and Title IX and VI of the Civil Rights Act:................................................................. 80 VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION ACT: ................................................................................................................... 80 CAMPUS SECURITY: ............................................................................................................................................. 80 PERSONAL SAFETY: .............................................................................................................................................. 81 CRIME STATISTICS AND SAFETY ON CAMPUS: .................................................................................................... 81 HATE CRIMES:...................................................................................................................................................... 83 REPORTING A CRIME: .......................................................................................................................................... 83 SEXUAL ASSAULT AND RELATED CRIMES: ........................................................................................................... 84 PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SAFETY: ........................................................................................................... 85 STUDENT INJURIES AND PREVENTION: ............................................................................................................... 85 ACCIDENT AND INVESTIGATION REPORTING:..................................................................................................... 86 FIREARMS: ........................................................................................................................................................... 86 INCIDENT REPORTING POLICY: ............................................................................................................................ 87 BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS AND INFECTION CONTROL: .................................................................................... 88 SEVERE WEATHER ............................................................................................................................................... 89 EVACUATION PROCEDURES: ............................................................................................................................... 89 DEFINITION OF A CRITICAL INCIDENT: ................................................................................................................ 91 CAMPUS WEAPON AND VIOLENCE POLICY: ........................................................................................................ 92

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ABOUT THE SCHOOL EMPOWER YOURSELF: THE DIGNITY OF WORK Work itself is fundamental to how human beings realize their destiny in this world. To be deprived of work, to be unable to provide for one’s family and oneself, is to become not only economically vulnerable, but also humanly stunted. Even the threat of job loss is enough to erode a sense of personal dignity and self-worth. Work, whether a paid job or unpaid work in the home, as a caregiver, or in a volunteer capacity is fundamental to human nature and its expression. This connection between work and human dignity lies at the core of progressive values. Progressivism is deeply rooted in the struggles of ordinary people to realize a decent life for themselves and their children. While progressivism is informed by the Enlightenment ideals of freedom and equality, it is most characterized by its focus on economic struggle. Progressive values dictate that people need both a means to practical economic advancement and respect for their human dignity and equal worth. Work is fundamental to the truth of the human condition. Through work, people become who they are intended to be. Human dignity, therefore, should not be regarded as passive, but as active. Human potential is more fulfilled when people have the means to express their creativity, and an important way they do that is through work. When people are denied the ability to work, they are denied the dignity that comes with that work. Society thus has both a practical and a moral obligation to promote economic systems that allow for the widest possible expression of human potential through work. Progressives recognize the fundamental link between sound economic practices and respect for human dignity. Progressives, therefore, have a deep-seated commitment to helping create and sustain economic systems that draw upon and stimulate human creativity. In the last decade, however, our economic system has produced fewer and fewer jobs, and the jobs it has produced are more in the lower-paying, service sector. Tax cuts for the wealthy, wage suppression tactics, undercutting unions, and other deliberate practices created almost a decade of declining or stagnant wages and slow or no real job growth. These tactics increase profits at the expense of workers. Many Americans have had to work two or even three jobs to make ends meet, sacrificing family time and even adequate rest to make even a modest living. These kinds of jobs do not honor human dignity; they erode a sense of self-worth and contribute to a sense of helplessness and despair. They are a direct attack on the fundamental dignity and worth of human beings as expressed through their work. In these next years, we need not only an economic stimulus, but a moral stimulus as well. The moral stimulus is rooted in a return to the core progressive value that human dignity is respected when the majority of citizens are able to participate in a meaningful way in both their economic and their political life as a society. Ibero American College is centered in the ideal that work is fundamentally good for individuals, family and society – it is our intention to engage students in the pursuit of training and education that will lead to meaningful work – work that defines each person as a valued and contributing member of society as a worker, taxpayer and citizen. Thank you for considering Ibero American College for your health care vocational training. 31 -

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Ibero American College’s Mission is simple; to offer vocational healthcare programs that will lead to gainful employment in an entry level position, delivered in an environment that is professional, diverse, respectful, and caring. Our only measure of success is the success of our students in obtaining an education that leads to a rewarding career and a satisfying personal life. Respectful communication and dialogue is central to creating a learning environment that meets the specific needs of each individual student. It is our intention to thoughtfully address each student as an individual, and to make certain our programs are provided in the most appropriate environment for learning. The allied healthcare provider is a trusted professional in the health care community; practicing in an atmosphere of independent judgment and integrity. Integrity is a critical quality that must be present in the classroom and in practice. All students are expected to conform to the standards of the Honor Code (found in the Enrollment Agreement), and demand compliance from other students. Ibero American College supports and is committed to:  Providing evidence-based education  Developing, testing, and disseminating appropriate, quality based training and education, personal and

professional development and knowledge  Demonstrating excellence in health care delivery practice  Sharing expertise and leadership through service to professional organizations and communities  Promoting inter-professional teamwork competencies in collaborative educational environments Governing Principles: Philosophy: Ibero American College is responsible for the education of students engaged primarily in the health care system. Operating within professional value systems and ethical frameworks, health care providers work independently and collaboratively, and assume accountability and responsibility for the delivery of evidence- based, cost effective health care. Health care workers incorporate the concept of diversity in practice and in relations with the communities they serve and their fellow workers. Ibero American College faculty and administrative staff facilitate learning environments in which students assimilate and apply scientific and humanistic knowledge and experience, and develop self-awareness, selfdirection, creativity, and critical thinking. The faculty is responsible for providing a respectful environment conducive to learning, and serve as role models of professional clinicians. Core Values: Professionalism is the adoption of core values as part of a clinician’s commitment to competency, consistency, and compassion in practice, and the highest standards of care in the ethical conduct of health care delivery. The following are the core values shared by the faculty and reflected in our programs. Scholarship: Scholarship is the discovery, translation, application, integration, and transmission of knowledge, which contributes to the development of evidence-based health care delivery. Diversity: Diversity is the recognition and inclusion of human variation in the education and care of individuals, families, communities, and nations, shaped by the historical forces of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, language, religion, sexual orientation, abilities, ages, and geographical regions. Social Responsibility: Ibero American College is committed to protecting human health, happiness and the environment and strives to create a social environment for employees, community and students that 32 -

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safeguards their human capacity and acknowledges their worth and value. Policies and procedures are developed to provide a healthy, safe and respectful environment. Environmental Stewardship: In support of our mission to provide a quality vocational education in the allied health care field, Ibero American College is committed to performing its various activities in a manner that demonstrates leadership in environmental stewardship and sustainability. Ibero American College recognizes that preserving the earth’s natural resources and protecting the environment are objectives that can be aligned with our long-term goals of providing and supporting a sustainable economic future through gainful and respectful employment. Empowerment: Empowerment emerges as individuals develop the knowledge, attitudes, skills, and other resources they need to assume a primary role in their learning and personal and professional activities, building upon their individual capacities and experiences. Collaboration: Collaboration involves effective teamwork and relationships based on trust, respect, shared resources, a commitment to shared goals, and mutual satisfaction, in which health care providers work with and learn from individuals, communities, and colleagues. Advocacy: Advocacy includes actions for health policies, programs, and practices to secure the highest level of care, education, and research necessary for societal health and well-being, while educating health care providers in the values of advocacy for themselves and their patients. Equity: Equity is the state, action, and principle of treating all persons in a just and unbiased manner. It includes attention to the social determinants of health, and a clinician’s commitment to fairness and action to secure the full participation of patients, families and communities in their health care. Clinicians strive for equity in health service access, content, and quality of care to end discrimination and disparities in health outcomes. Integrity: Integrity refers to the quality of being honest and ethical and having the moral strength to do the right thing.

ABOUT THIS CATALOG: Ibero American College is committed to continual assessment of our programs in order to enhance learning. For this reason, some items in the Catalog may change from time to time. This flexibility is essential in providing the best quality programs and experiences for our students. If a course was offered or required under a previous catalog and is no longer offered, a student will be offered a substitute course to satisfy the graduation requirements. Students may graduate under the catalog in effect at the time of their initial enrollment or under any subsequent (later) catalog unless the change has been mandated by an accrediting or authorized body such as The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools. Any changes to curriculum standards or requirements will NOT adversely affect tuition costs. All changes to the catalog will be provided to students as addendums and will act as binding as the catalog itself. transcript will reflect the course name, number, clock hours, and/or credits that are in effect at the time the course is taken by the student. In the event of any inconsistency between the information contained in this catalog (other than official addendums) and any other material in flyers, pamphlets, or the website etc., the information contained in the catalog shall take precedence. Ibero American College is not responsible for information or oral claims made by staff, employees or others that run contrary to the official Course Catalog. This catalog was revised and published according to the revision date found in the footer of the Catalog.

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INSTITUTIONAL AND PROGRAMATTIC ACCREDITATION: Ibero American College is a dba of Wasatch CNA Center, Inc. and is institutionally accredited by The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) which is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally-recognized accrediting agency under the provision of Chapter 33, Title 38 of the U.S. Code and subsequent legislation. ABHES provides Ibero American College institutional and programmatic accreditation for the delivery of our Medical Assistant program. The Medical Assistant program offered by the College is designed to place graduates in entry-level positions as Medical Assistants. Ibero American College also offers continuing education courses which provide graduates with a certificate of completion only. These courses are not vocational in nature, do not lead to an occupational placement and are not included in the institutions grant of accreditation from ABHES. None of the continuing education courses are eligible for Student Financial Aid. To contact ABHES: Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) 7777 Leesburg Pike, Suite 314 N. Falls Church, Virginia 22043 (703) 917-9503 www.abhes.org

ASSOCIATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS, APPROVALS: The institution is properly licensed to operate as a College in the State of Utah. Graduates from the Medical Assistant Program are eligible and encouraged to sit for a national examination to become a Certified Medical Assistant (SMA), sponsored by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), or the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) exam, sponsored by the American Technologist Association (AMT), or to sit for the National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) exam sponsored by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). American Association of Medical Assistants 20 North Wacker Drive Suite 1575 Chicago, IL 60606 [P] (312) 899-1500 or (800) 228-2262 [F] (312) 899-1259 www.aama-ntl.org American Medical Technologists 710 Higgins Road Park Ridge, IL 60068 [P] (847) 823-5169 or (800) 275-1268 [F] (847) 823-0458 www.amt1.com National Center for Competency Testing 7007 College Blvd Overland Park, KS 66211 [p] (800) 875-4404 [f] (913) 498-1243 Fax www.ncctinc.com

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BENEFIT CORPORATION STATUS: On April 1, 2014, Utah Governor Herbert signed into law new legislation that created a new kind of corporation. Benefit Corporations are companies that volunteer to promote a social and environmental purpose beyond just profits. Benefit Corporations are a new class of corporation that are required by law to create a material positive impact on society and the environment and to meet higher standards of accountability and transparency. On May 13, 2014, the law became effective and Anahuac Corp. – the umbrella company that owns Ibero American College became the first Benefit Corporation in Utah. Our commitment to the success of our students extends well beyond just teaching classes. Our engagement includes social, environmental and even political positions and policies that support a healthy community and a healthy world. Ibero American College uses a third-party verification source, B Lab to verify our status and contributions to the community. B Lab is a nonprofit organization dedicated to using the power of business to solve social and environmental problems. B Lab drives systemic change through three interrelated initiatives: 1) building a community of Certified B Corporations to make it easier for all of us to tell the difference between ‘good companies’ and just good marketing; 2) accelerating the growth of impact investing through use of B Lab’s GIIRS Ratings and Analytics platform and; 3) promoting legislation creating a new corporate form -- the benefit corporation -- that meets higher standards of corporate purpose, accountability, and transparency. Ibero American College is proud to be a member of a community of educators and business leaders that feel business has a role to play in crafting policies within the organization that foster a healthy community and world. It is our goal at Ibero American College to instill in our graduates a sense of purpose in their personal and professional lives. Motivation to excel, to endure and to contribute to a higher ideal resides in each of us; finding ways to fulfill that ideal is part of our mission at Ibero American College. FACILITIES: Ibero American College is located at 3448 South 3200 West, West Valley City, Utah 84119. Our phone number is 801.759.5164. Our fax number is 801.606.2801. Our website address is: www.ibero.edu. We have seven classrooms and labs, a break room with tables, chairs, vending machines, a sink, refrigerator and a microwave. Our computer lab has 16 computer stations with Internet access so students can access their assignments, test bank generators, projects or assignments or just check their email. Free Wi-Fi is available anywhere in the school. Our labs and equipment are laid out to represent actual working environments. Classrooms are equipped with audio/visual components, individual air conditioning and heating units and ample working spaces to give students a comfortable learning environment. ADA BUILDING: Ibero American College is located in a building that is handicap accessible, including parking stalls, an elevator, ADA bathroom facilities and doorways. Hallways and classrooms are large enough for wheelchair access including doorways and entries. Students who require other accommodations need to notify the front office before registering for classes for the school to support the accommodation, if possible. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: The school complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and is wheelchair accessible. If enrolled under training with a government agency, institution district, and/or other entity, students must meet the admission requirements set out in the training agreement and/or applicable state licensing or certifications requirements. The facility is equipped with ramp access from the parking lot, extra wide hallways and doors, 35 -

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required door handles and a restroom to accommodate disabled students. If you are interested in attending the School but are in need of reasonable accommodations, you should schedule an appointment with Student Services. At this meeting, we will discuss the nature of the reported disability and its impact on learning. We will also discuss the process of receiving reasonable accommodations at the School, and the types of accommodations available.

HISTORY AND OWNERSHIP: Ibero American College is owned by Anahuac Corp. Which began offering CNA classes in September of 2007. In 2009 the institution began offering programs under Cole Holland College. Subsequently the institution applied for and earned accreditation as Cole Holland College. On April 1, 2014, Utah Governor Herbert signed into law new legislation that created a new kind of corporation. Benefit Corporations are companies that volunteer to promote a social and environmental purpose beyond just making a profit. Benefit Corporations are a new class of corporation that are required by law to create a material positive impact on society and the environment and to meet higher standards of accountability and transparency. The original name of the corporation was Wasatch CNA Center, Inc. On July 1st, 2015, Juan Manuel Ruiz purchased Cole Holland College with a partner, Angela Hansen; however, Angela sold Juan 100% of her stock in April 2016. To better serve the market segment selected, Juan Manuel Ruiz opted to move the college to the heart of West Valley City, Utah’s most diverse city. Changed the name of the corporation to Anahuac Corp., and the name of the school to Ibero American College.

GENERAL INFORMATION CAMPUS LOCATION: Ibero American College is located at 3448 South 3200 West, West Valley City, Utah 84119. Phone: 801.759.5164. Fax 801.606.2801. Website: www.ibero.edu. All residential courses are offered at only this location. The College administrative offices are open Monday – Thursday 9:00am – 7:00pm. Students are highly recommended to call to make an appointment to speak with an administrative representative. General line: (801) 759-5164.

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SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AND CLOSURES: The Academic Calendar (an addendum to this catalog) identifies school holidays and closures as this may change year to year. The school is ALWAYS closed on the following holidays:  New Year’s Eve (1/2 day)  New Year’s Day  Independence Day  Pioneer Day  Labor Day  Thanksgiving Day  Christmas CLASS HOURS Day Medical Assistant Program: Students may attend day classes on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays. No classes are held on Friday. Day classes are held during two class periods in four hour increments from 8am- 12pm and/or 1pm-5pm. Some Saturday remediation and skills pass offs may be scheduled. The school is OPEN during the hours of 8:30am-10:00pm during regular class times. Evening Medical Assistant Program: Students enrolled in the evening program may attend classes on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday or on all of these nights. Classes are not held on Fridays. Some Saturday remediation and skills pass offs may be scheduled. The school is OPEN during the hours of 8:30am-10:00pm during regular class times. ACADEMIC CALENDAR SEE ADENDUM

ADMISSIONS ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS: This Admissions Policy is used to define the enrollment requirements for individuals who wish to enroll at Ibero American College as a regular student. The School must adhere to the U.S. Department of Education, Accrediting Bureau, and the State Agency guidelines.

GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Ibero American College is an equal opportunity employer and follows the same policies in accepting applications from potential students. The School is open to all students without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, origin, sexual orientation, disability or marital status. To be eligible for admission, an applicant must be able to read and write English, and the student must meet the following requirements: 1. Student has an initial interview with an Admissions Representative 2. Student provides a valid driver’s license, state ID with photo, or valid passport. 3. Student has verifiable Social Security Number 4. Student participates in a Career Assessment Process 5. Student passes a Pre-Assessment Exam with a score of 75% or higher. 6. Students must also be able to provide proof of appropriate educational requirement such as:  Copy of high school diploma, or  Copy of high school transcript showing graduation date, or (Note: The high school diploma or transcript requirement can also be from a foreign school if it is equivalent to a US high school diploma; Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised February 32 2015


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Documentation of proof of completion of secondary education from a foreign country must be officially translated into English and officially certified as the equivalent of high school completion in the United States.)  Copy of GED certificate, or  Have a recognized equivalent of High School Diploma such as a home-schooled certificate by the state where the student resided during home school. The student must have completed homeschooling at the secondary level as defined by state law. [Due to the passage of Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2012, students who do not have a high school diploma or equivalent and did not complete secondary school in a home-school setting can no longer gain eligibility for Title IV, HEA funds by passing an “abilityto-benefit” test.] Be able to speak, read, and write fluently in English (all classes are taught in English). Provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Pay the required Application Fee of $50 (non-refundable). Provide evidence of immunization records for measles, mumps and rubella (MMR). Other immunizations may be required for attendance at an externship site. Additional immunizations are recommended. A student may obtain an immunization form from the Student Services Desk.

EVIDENCING A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED: Regulation 34 CFR 668.16 (p) requires that all Title IV schools establish a policy and procedure to ascertain the authenticity of a high school diploma in the event the school or the U.S. Department of Education has reason to question the validity. Ibero American College may at its own discretion require further documentation that a student has graduated from a genuine high school or obtained a GED. This may mean a student has to submit certified copies of a transcript. Ibero American College pays particular attention to suspect diploma’s and maintains a record of known diploma mills. This list may not be exhaustive as new diploma mills start up all the time. The school may investigate to determine if the school is on a list of approved schools in that state and may take reasonable steps to insure the diploma is genuine and valid for the purposes of enrolling in college. The School does not accept Ability to Benefit (ATB) students and does not offer a Comprehensive Transition Postsecondary Program. Note: In order to be eligible for Title IV, HEA funding, you must be enrolled as a regular student in an eligible program and able to benefit with the reasonable accommodations.

FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENTS: *Students may not be accepted for enrollment if they cannot prove credit worthiness. The student must make financial arrangements with the Financial Aid Office in regards to FAFSA application, Scholarships and/or Cash payment plan prior to enrolling. Prior to admission the prospective student is given an enrollment agreement form, an interview with a school official and is given a pre-enrollment questionnaire packet, which they are required to read, understand and sign. The interview will elaborate on course description, the career opportunities and the physical demands of the job, the school and State Board requirements. An explanation on attendance and academic requirement will be given to the prospective student and how Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised February 33 2015


those requirements can affect the student’s satisfactory performance requirements. The prospective student will be informed that attendance hours may be withheld for non-payment of tuition. A staff member or instructor will give the prospective student a tour of the school facilities. Any questions from the prospective student will be answered truthfully, promptly and in sufficient detail to eliminate confusion.

TRANSFER STUDENTS Enrollment is available for students wishing to transfer to the School after they have withdrawn from other schools both in and out of state. The school does not recruit students already attending or admitted to another school offering similar programs of study. All requests for exemption or credit for prior education must be submitted prior to the starting of training. All new students may request exemption from a course(s) based on post- secondary education or training. Transcripts from national or regionally accredited colleges and universities may be submitted for credit. Credit may be given for related courses taken within the last 10 years with an earned grade of “C” or above. Transfer of credit will be limited to enrollment at the School and official transcript must be given to the school prior to starting class. Credit is limited to no more than 30% of the total School program and certain classes may not be eligible for credit at all. Decisions are well considered and final.

ADMISSIONS PROCESS 1. Complete the application process online on our website at www.ibero.edu/medicalassistant/application, or request an emailed copy or visit the school and obtain an application in person. 2. Review the Student Course Catalog which is available on our website at www.ibero.edu/Studentcoursecatalog, or request an emailed copy or visit the school and obtain a copy in person. 3. Submit the application and required documents and pay the $50 application fee. This is a nonrefundable fee and is not applied to tuition. You may pay this fee online, or with a credit card or check in person at the school. 4. Contact our Admissions Office 801.759.5164 X 102 to make an appointment to tour the school and to discuss the program, employment outlook, and suitability of the candidate for the program and placement in the Medical Assistant field. 5. Contact our Financial Aid Office at 801.759.5164 x 103 to make an appointment to discuss tuition and financial aid. 6. Ibero American College encourages students to seek financing options from Vocational Rehabilitation, Department of Workforce Services or the LDS Church, or other places, as applicable – Please see Financing Options on our website at www.ibero.edu/financing-options and www.ibero.edu/financialassistance. School loans are also available from the school and are available to students who have exhausted every other funding option. Students who self-pay or take out school loans must know that no Certificate of Graduation or Completion will be issued until all tuition and all fees are paid in full. No interest is charged on these loans, unless the student fails to pay timely in which case an 9% interest rate will be applied to any outstanding balance. After the application process is complete, the student may begin the enrollment and financial aid process. Once enrolled, all students must attend a mandatory Orientation program prior to beginning the program.

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CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS: Credits for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) or seminars may not be transferred to satisfy courses at our institution.

BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT: The institution enrolls students who demonstrate an ability to successfully complete the program and to secure employment in the field of study. Students with ANY criminal history are recommended to investigate if this will prevent the student from employment in the field or from entering another healthcare program for which this program is a prerequisite. Determination of eligibility for job placement is the responsibility of the student. Ibero American College does not guarantee employment. Background checks are routine in health care. Some programs require a background check; make sure to read the specific program standards to determine if it is necessary. Failure to pass a background check may prohibit you from working in healthcare. Cancellation or Withdrawal from a Program: A student has the right to withdraw at any time. The refund policy for withdrawn or dismissed students is the same for all students. See Refund Policy above. If the student is making payments for a program or has financial assistance of any kind, the student must speak with a financial aid representative prior to withdrawing from a program or as soon as possible after withdrawing. Withdrawing or dropping out of a program does not absolve the student of their responsibility for payment of tuition.

PROGRAM WITHDRAWAL: Students who find it necessary to withdraw from a program should have an interview with the Registrar. The date of withdrawal is determined by the date the student notifies the institution of their intention to withdraw. If a student provides notice of withdrawal in writing, the date on which the notice is mailed with appropriate postage is the date of determination. Finally, a student may call and notify the school of withdrawal; this date is the date of determination. In such case, documentation is required, along with the name of the institution’s representative with whom the student spoke, the date of the phone call, and the reason for leaving. Withdrawing from a program will adversely affect a student’s academic progress in the program. This interruption will be considered if the student decides to apply for readmission to the program. Missed or incomplete coursework prior to withdrawal will negatively affect a student’s academic progress toward completion of a program or graduation. Students should carefully consider the financial and psychological disadvantages of withdrawing from a program. We are committed to working with each student to minimize the negative consequences of early withdrawal, dismissal, or incomplete coursework. Students who intend to withdraw are required to participate in an exit interview, to officially withdraw from all classes, and to pay all tuition and fees due. A student withdraws by the second Thursday following the first day of class by notifying the school in writing, email or phone. A STUDENT MAY TAKE A LEAVE OF ABSENCE AND NOT WITHDRAW FROM A PROGRAM IF HE OR SHE has attended beyond the first week of the module, is in good standing (good attendance and passing grades), and is forced to withdraw due to extenuating circumstances which are limited to verified medical problems (either with the student or his or her immediate family), military obligations, jury duty, or death in the family that causes extended hardship. If a student attends beyond the first week of the module and then withdraws for reasons other than those listed above before the second Thursday a grade of W will be issued. If a student withdraws or drops from the program after the second Thursday of any term, the student will receive an F grade. A grade of F will academically lower the student’s grade point average and adversely affects the student’s academic progress. Students considering dropping a class or dropping the program is advised to meet with Student Services/Registrar first, to determine the best course of action considering the student’s concerns or needs. A Leave of Absence or other accommodation may be in the best interest of the student. 35 -

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GRADING POLICY: Students must achieve at least a 70% final grade in each course to successfully pass the course. A student with a final score in any course below 70% will receive a failing grade. In order to graduate from the program, all courses must be successfully passed. This means students who fail a course, are required to meet with the school to create a new plan of graduation that incorporates retaking failed courses. Tuitions costs for each failed course will apply. If a student fails an exam or assignment the student may be allowed to participate in on-site remedial activities or allowed to complete take home handouts and retake an exam. These options are negotiated on a caseby-case basis and are decided by the instructor. If a student is terminated for failing grades, all fees are forfeited. See specific course syllabus for more information.

Grading scale: A: 90% to 100%

B: 80% to 89%

C: 70% to 79% (Below 70% is a non-passing grade)

Students must achieve a 70% or above to qualify to sit for any state or national exam. A student who officially withdraws from a course or program before the second Thursday of each term receives a grade of W. A student who does not withdraw before the second Thursday of each term, but who does not satisfactorily pass the course will receive a grade of “F”.

MAKE-UP WORK: Students who have been absent are expected to make up missed work.

INCARCERATED APPLICANTS: A student is considered to be incarcerated if she/he is serving a criminal sentence in a federal, state, or local penitentiary, prison, jail, reformatory, work farm, or similar correctional institution (whether it is operated by the government or a contractor). A student is not considered to be incarcerated if she/he is in a halfway house or home detention or is sentenced to serve only weekends. Our attendance policy specifies that most classes and practical studies are done at the school’s physical location; therefore, incarcerated students are not eligible for admission.

IMMUNIZATION AND VACCINATION POLICY OF IBERO AMERICAN COLLEGE This Policy affects all students admitted to Ibero American College who were born after December 31, 1956. Measles, Mumps and Rubella Vaccine Prior to admission to any program at Ibero American College, a student must have two (2) doses of the MMR vaccine. Demonstrating Immunity to Measles, Mumps and Rubella Evidence of Immunity may be disclosed by demonstrating: 1. The dates you received 2 MMR vaccinations -- after your first birthday or 2. Results of a blood test (called a titer) proving measles, mumps, and rubella immunity. 3. Written documentation of having had measles or mumps diseases and a titer for rubella. 36 -

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How to Comply with This Requirement 1. Fill out the Student Immunization form that was included in your admission packet. 2. Retrieve past immunization records. Official forms that will verify immunization include: o Photocopy of medical records from home, i.e. LDS mission or Baby Book Records; o Statement or photocopy of records from doctor/health care provider; o State or international immunization records of vaccinations; o Primary or secondary school records of vaccinations; o Immunization records from another college or university attended; o Military records; o Documentation of measles, mumps, or rubella blood test(s)/titer(s) showing immunity. 3. If verification from any of the above sources is unavailable, or you still need another MMR vaccination, then you will need to do ONE of the following: o Receive the vaccine from your health care provider or local health department prior to arrival on campus; o Obtain the necessary blood test(s) from your health care provider to prove immunity; 4. Complete the immunization record, including the month and year of the immunizations. 5. Sign and date the signature line. Please write legibly. If You Don't Comply Students who arrive on campus inadequately immunized will be given until the second Friday of their first semester to comply with this requirement. If you have not complied by this time, a hold will be placed on your registration until the requirement has been met. IF YOU HAVE A REASON NOT TO BE IMMUNIZED EXEMPTIONS INCLUDE: MEDICAL 1. You are sick right now with something more serious than a cold. 2. You had an allergic reaction to eating eggs so serious that it required medical treatment (does not apply to the rubella vaccine). 3. You have cancer, leukemia, or lymphoma. 4. You have a disease that lowers the body's resistance to infection. 5. You take a drug that lowers the body's resistance to infection (such as cortisone, prednisone, or certain anticancer drugs). 6. You have received gamma globulin (immune globulin) within the preceding three months. 7. You had an allergic reaction to an antibiotic called neomycin so serious that it required medical treatment. 8. You are pregnant or plan to become pregnant within the next three months. Only students with these medical contraindications will be considered for exemption. All medical exemptions must be signed by both a M.D. or D.O. and the student.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE AND INTERRUPTIONS, COURSE INCOMPLETES, AND WITHDRAWALS: If enrollment is temporarily interrupted for a Leave of Absence, the student will return to school in the same progress status as prior to the leave of absence. Clock hours that have elapsed during a leave of absence will extend the student’s contract period by the same number of clock hours and days taken in the leave of absence and will not be included in the student's cumulative attendance percentage calculation. Students who withdraw prior to completion of the course and wish to re-enroll within six months (180 days) of the original official withdrawal date will return in the same satisfactory academic progress status as at the time of withdrawal. Course incompletes, and non-credit remedial courses do not apply to this institution’s form of instruction. The Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised February 37 2015


school does not issue incompletes and does not offer non-credit remedial courses. Students do not repeat courses. All hours attended are considered attempted. It is not possible for students to withdraw from individual subjects. Students withdrawing from school will receive credit for all work successfully completed up to the point of withdrawal. Transfer clock hours received will not be included in the calculation of the student's GPA; however, these hours will be counted toward the quantitative requirements.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE: Ibero American College recognizes that for many adults, attending college while working, caring for children or elderly parents, and dealing with the multiple day-to-day challenges of life can exact a toll on a student. Sometimes unforeseen events and situations occur that seem to make it impossible for you to complete your program. Ibero American College encourages you to meet with an administrative representative before you make the decision to withdraw from school to see if there are options available that may protect the investment of time and money you have already spent. Students who wish to take a semester or two off from Ibero American College, with the intention of returning, should go through the leave of absence process. Why should you request a leave of absence? Students on an approved leave are able to return to Ibero American College under their original academic requirements and the enrollment agreement and will not be subject to the requirements in effect at the time of their return. Filing is simple, and students will learn important information about taking a leave and how to register for classes when they return. How many ten-week modules may you take off? Students may take a leave of absence from the college for a maximum of two full consecutive modules. In the case that a student was not enrolled in classes or drops all classes in a module, this term will count as one full module of leave. In the case that a student withdraws from all classes in a term, this will not count as a leave module and the student is eligible to take a leave for the next 12 modules. Students may take a maximum of two nonconsecutive leaves (of two full quarters each). What is the difference between a leave of absence and a college withdrawal? Students who wish to take a module or two off from Ibero American College, with the intention of returning, should go through the leave of absence process. Students who wish to leave and do not intend to finish their studies at Ibero American College must officially notify the college by going through the withdrawal process. What should I know before filing a leave of absence or college withdrawal?  Students considering taking a leave or withdrawing from the college are encouraged to meet with the Enrollment Director for guidance. Some classes are offered on a rotating basis (i.e., fall quarter only, every other year, etc.), so students who plan to take a leave of absence should review their graduation plan and consider how to stay “on sequence” with their program.  Students who request a leave or college withdrawal for a particular term and are enrolled in classes for that term are responsible for either dropping their classes (before midnight of the second Thursday of the beginning of the term) or withdrawing from classes (week 3-10).  Dropping or withdrawing from classes may affect students’ eligibility for various benefits including buss and TRAX passes, financial aid or promissory note agreements, etc.  If applicable, dropping or withdrawing from classes may affect students’ financial aid or financial agreements. In accordance with federal regulations, the Financial Aid Office will recalculate the amount of Title IV assistance the student is eligible for based on the date of withdrawal. The student will be financially responsible for any account balance that results from this recalculation. Some students may need to pay off the entire balance of the tuition and fees outstanding immediately as applicable in the promissory note or other loan documents. Students are encouraged to consult with the Finance Director prior to initiating these processes to inform themselves of their financial responsibilities and possible repercussions. 38 -

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How do you file for a leave of absence? Students seeking a leave of absence must initiate the process by contacting the Registrar to set up a brief exit interview. The official leave of absence process is finalized when a student has had an exit interview, obtained all required signatures on the form, dropped or withdrawn from all classes for the quarter (if the term has begun), and submitted the Request for Leave of Absence/Withdrawal form to the Student Services Office. However, if a student has not met all obligations, financial and otherwise, to the college and returned all property, they will not be able to register for classes until they have reconciled business with all appropriate offices. Mandatory leave of absence The college reserves the right to place a student on a leave of absence for non- disciplinary reasons when it concludes that a leave is in the best interest of the student due to personal or health- related conditions that apparently have not or cannot be resolved in a timely fashion, or if it deems such a leave necessary due to a threat to the student's or others students' health or safety. The student may register again upon satisfaction of such terms as the college determines are appropriate to the situation. Official Voluntary Withdrawal A student is considered to be “Officially” withdrawn on the date the student notifies the Financial Aid Director or School Director in writing of his/her intent to withdraw. The date of the determination for return and refund purposes will be the earliest of the following for official withdrawals: 1. Date student provided official notification of intent to withdraw, in writing. 2. The date the student began the withdrawal from the School’s records. A student will be permitted to rescind his notification in writing and continue the program, if so chosen. However, if the student subsequently drops, the student’s withdrawal date is the original date of notification of intent to withdraw. Upon receipt of the withdrawal information the School will complete the following: 1. Determine the student’s last date of attendance as of the last recorded date of academic attendance on the school’s attendance record, and Perform two calculations a. The students ledger card and attendance record are reviewed to determine the calculation of Return of Title IV (R2T4), HEA funds the student has earned, and if any, the amount of Title IV, HEA funds for which the school is responsible to return. Returns made to the Federal Funds Account are calculated using the Department’s Return of Title IV, HEA Funds Worksheets, scheduled attendance and are based upon the payment period. b. Calculate the school’s refund requirement (see school refund calculation). 2. The student’s grade record will be updated to reflect his/her final grade. 3. The School will return the amount for any unearned portion of the Title IV, HEA funds for which the school is responsible within 45 days of the date of determination that the student withdrew. 4. If applicable, the School will provide the student with a letter explaining the Title IV, HEA requirements. To include, a. The amount of Title IV, HEA assistance the student has earned. This amount is based upon the length of time the student was enrolled in the program based on scheduled attendance and the amount of funds the student received. b. Any returns that will be made to the Federal program on the student’s behalf as a result of exiting the program. If a student’s scheduled attendance is more than 60% of the payment period, he/she is considered to have earned 100% of the Federal funds received for the payment period. In this case, no funds need to be returned to the Federal funds. c. Advise the student of the amount of unearned Federal funds and tuition and fees that the student must return, if applicable. In the event a student decides to rescind his or her official notification to withdraw, the student must provide a signed and dated written statement indicating he/she is continuing his or her program of study, and intends to complete the payment period. Title IV, HEA assistance will continue as originally planned. If the student Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised February 39 2015


subsequently fails to attend or ceases attendance without completing the payment period, the student’s withdrawal date is the original date of notification of intent to withdraw. In the event that circumstances beyond the student’s control make it necessary for withdrawal the student must consult with the School’s Director and/or Admissions Director and complete a Withdrawal Form with using the last date of attendance as the drop date. (See Leave of Absence Policy). Unofficial Withdrawal Any student that does not provide official notification of his or her intent to withdraw and is absent for more than 14 consecutive calendar days, fails to maintain satisfactory academic progress, fails to comply with the school’s attendance and /or conduct policy, does not meet financial obligations to the school, or violates conditions mentioned in the School contractual agreement, will be subject to termination and considered to have unofficially withdrawn. Within two weeks of the student’s last date of academic attendance, the following procedures will take place. 1. The office will make three attempts to notify the student regarding his/her enrollment status and intent to return. 2. Determine and record the student’s last date of attendance as the last recorded date of academic attendance on the attendance record. 3. The student’s withdrawal date is determined as the date the day after 14 consecutive calendar days of absence. 4. Notify the student in writing of their failure to contact the school and attendance status resulting in the current termination of enrollment. 5. The School calculates the amount of Federal funds the student has earned, and, if any, the amount of Federal funds for which the school is responsible to return. 6. Calculate the school’s refund requirement (see school refund calculation). 7. The School’s Controller will return to the Federal fund programs any unearned portion of Title IV funds for which the school is responsible within 45 days of the date the withdrawal determination was made, and record on student’s ledger card. 8. If applicable, the School will provide the student with a refund letter explaining Title IV requirements: a. The amount of Title IV aid the student has earned based upon the length of time the student was enrolled and scheduled to attend in the program and the amount of aid the student received. b. Advise the student in writing of the amount of unearned Title IV, HEA aid and tuition and fees that he/she must return, if applicable. 9. Supply the student with final student ledger card showing outstanding balance due the school and available methods of repayment. 10. A copy of the completed worksheet, check, letter, and final ledger card will be kept in the student’s file. Student Responsibilities in regards to withdrawing from Ibero American College  Returning to the Title IV, HEA programs any funds that were disbursed to the student in which the student was determined to be ineligible for via the R2T4 calculation.  Any notification of withdraw should be in writing and addressed to the appropriate institutional official.  A student may rescind his or her notification of intent to withdraw. Submissions of intent to rescind a withdraw notice must be filed in writing.  Either these notifications, to withdraw or rescind to withdraw must be made to the official records/registration personal at your school.

TUITION POLICY: Students are required to pay a $50 application fee to begin the enrollment process for the Medical Assistant program. This is a non-refundable fee and is not applied to tuition. Students are required to pay the tuition for the first payment period (30 Weeks and 450 hours) prior to the first day of classes, and the second payment Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised February 40 2015


period (30 weeks and 450 hours) on the first day of classes in that payment period, unless other financial arrangements have been made. No out-of-state tuition requirements apply. As of September 23, 2016, tuition charges for new students is $11.09 per clock hour. The Medical Assistant program requires other fees for the purchase of scrubs, vaccinations, a BP Cuff and Stethoscope, and normal school supplies including a flash drive, backpack, notebooks, calculator, etc. Externships may require additional fees for background checks, TB Tests, and other requirements. These additional fees are determined when a student begins the process of externship placement. The following is a list of the current programs and workshops including total tuition, deposits to hold a seat in the program, and the award at graduation. Ibero American College Program Medical Assistant

Hours Weeks Registration Tuition

860

Prepares you for:

Award

56

$50

$10,985 Entry-level Empl.

Certificate

Continuing Education Workshops Medical Terminology

40

10

$100

$195

Cont Education

Certificate

Computer Fundamentals Human Anatomy Cadaver Lab

40 4

10 1

$100 $100

$195 $195

Cont Education Cont Education

Certificate Certificate

English as a Second Language

700

52

$100

$4485

Adult. Educ

Certificate

Refund Policy: The refund policy is in accordance with federal regulations. Below is the Refund Policy for the Medical Assistant Program beginning the first payment period and the second payment period. Tuition is divided into two payment periods and each payment period is equal to one half of the total tuition cost of $9,985 which is $4,992.50 per payment period. Refund Plan for Payment Period One Tuition is Billed and Paid in two Installments Prior to classes beginning in 1st Billing Period Before Friday of the 2nd week after classes begin Before Friday of the 4th week after classes begin Before Friday of the 6th week after classes begin Before Friday of the 8th week after classes begin Before Friday of the 10th week after classes begin Before Friday of the 12th week after classes begin Before Friday of the 14th week after classes begin Before Friday of the 16 week after classes begin Before Friday of the 18th week after classes begin No Refund after Friday of the 18th week after classes began

Amount Refunded 100% Tuition 90% Tuition 80% Tuition 70% Tuition 60% Tuition 50% Tuition 40% Tuition 30% Tuition 20% Tuition 10% Tuition

Refund Plan for Payment Period Two Tuition is Billed and Paid in two Installments Prior to classes beginning in 2nd Billing Period Before Friday of the 2nd week after classes begin Before Friday of the 4th week after classes begin Before Friday of the 6th week after classes begin Before Friday of the 8th week after classes begin Before Friday of the 10th week after classes begin Friday of the 12th week after classes Before begin Friday of the 14th week after classes Before begin Friday of the 16 week after classes begin Before Before Friday of the 18th week after classes begin No Refund after Friday of the 18th week of classes began

For specific dates or to better understand how refunds are calculated please contact the Financial Aid office as soon as you imagine you may be withdrawing from school. Proper notice is required and affects the amount of money you will get back, and the amount of money Title IV will apply to your outstanding tuition and fees. Any money owed Ibero American College after withdrawal and calculation of R2T4 is due and payable immediately. Fees and costs for textbooks are charged at the beginning of the first payment period. Refunds for books and fees for students who withdraw from the program before graduation are calculated on use. If a student begins a module and acquires books or attends a course for which fees are calculated, no refund is due. All fees associated with unattended courses and all non-distributed books will be refunded to the student, or used to pay off any remaining tuition due. For students receiving Title IV federal funds, repayment of federal funds on a pro-rata basis will be determined up to the 60% point of the semester per federal regulation. Please note that withdrawal late in the semester could result in a balance owed to the college for federal aid that must be Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised February 41 2015


returned to the program. Repayment is first made to federal programs in the following order: Unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loan, Subsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loan, Federal Perkins Load, Federal Direct PLUS Loan, Federal Pell Grant, and last to the student, as applicable Any remaining credit balance reimburses other sources in the following order: other parent loan programs and family. Specific examples are available on request. Once a student registers for a workshop or continuing education classes and pays the deposit, the student may receive a full refund if a student notifies the school that he or she has decided not to attend the workshop within three business days after making payment – this cooling off period extends to midnight of the third day after payment is made. This notification must be in writing, fax, in person, via email, or over the phone (but not by leaving a voicemail message). If a student pays the deposit and drops out of the workshop before the first day of class but after three days of making payment, the student will receive a refund of any money paid minus the deposit. If a student drops out of a workshop after it begins, there is no refund due.  Career Builders Workshop: This workshop is free for all students and graduates of Ibero American College.  Computer Fundamentals: Tuition is $195, Deposit is $100. No refund after class begins.  Human Anatomy Cadaver Lab: Tuition is $195, Deposit is $100. No refund after class begins

ACADEMIC PROGRESS: Standards of Academic Progress (SAP): Process Overview & Responsibilities Federal regulations require all schools participating in state and federal financial aid, Title IV, and HEA programs to monitor Standards of Academic Progress (SAP). These standards are applicable to all students attending this institution. Students enrolled in programs approved by ABHES must meet formal standards that measure their satisfactory progress toward graduation. The policy is provided to all students prior to the first class session. The policy is consistently applied to all applicable students. Evaluations are maintained in the student file. The school has developed policies to determine the academic standards that students are expected to meet and built a means and schedule of measuring the achievement of those Pace and Qualitative standards. SAP standards are established by the Registrar. The relevant SAP policies are summarized below. All students must maintain Satisfactory Progress according to the following standards in order to continue enrollment. Satisfactory Progress is measured at the end of each payment period or term, and will be checked prior to disbursement of aid. The school’s SAP policy for Title IV, HEA students is the same as the school’s standards for students enrolled in the same educational programs who are not receiving Title IV aid. The Director in the financial aid office reviews the Title IV SAP policy to ensure it meets all federal requirements. The Registrar notifies financial aid office if the school changes its academic policies.

EVALUATION PERIODS: Formal evaluations for Satisfactory Academic Progress are conducted at the following intervals: *Medical Assistant Program: 450 clock hours (half the total program hours)/and 30 weeks (half the total program weeks). Evaluations will determine if the student has met the minimum requirements for satisfactory academic progress. The frequency of evaluations ensures that students have ample opportunity to meet both the attendance and academic progress requirements by the end of each of the payment periods in the course.

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theory grade average of at least 70% (C) at the end of each progress report period (payment period). Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments. Practical skills performances are counted toward course completion only when considered satisfactory or better and are therefore, not a component of satisfactory progress. If performance does not meet satisfactory requirements, it is not counted and the performance must be repeated until a satisfactory level of performance is achieved. The school uses the following grading scale: 90-100 80-89 70-79 69

A B C F

Excellent Very Good Exceeds Minimum Standards Unsatisfactory

Quantitative (Pace) Measure of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) The school’s satisfactory academic progress policies must contain a Pace measure. The policy defines the pace that our students must progress to ensure educational program completion within the maximum timeframe of 150% of the length of the program, measured in number of weeks. The school evaluates Satisfactory Academic Progress at the end of each payment period and checks for the following: 1. Grade point average (GPA) and the student must maintain a minimum of a 2.0 GPA. 2. Attendance 3. Clock hours, the student must meet half the weeks of instruction for that programs payment period to be eligible for the next payment. 4. Weeks of Instruction, the student must meet half the weeks of instruction for that programs payment period to be eligible for the next payment.

MAXIMUM TIME FRAME The maximum time (which does not exceed 150% of the course length) allowed for students to complete each course at satisfactory progress is stated below:

Program Medical Assistant

Clock Hours 860

Normal Time Frame

Maximum Time Frame

56 Weeks

84 Weeks

TRANSFER STUDENTS AS IT APPLIES TO SAP: The School will count all transfer hours/credits that apply toward the student’s current program in determining SAP. All transfer hours will be counted as both hours attempted and hours completed. Ex: A student starts with 200 hours attempted and 200 hours completed. The student takes 100 hours the first payment period and completes only 50; the attendance would be 250/300.

TRANSFER OF CREDIT FROM ANOTHER COLLEGE OR VOCATIONAL INSTITUTION Ibero American College has a policy for transfer of credit that requires consideration of credit from other institutions accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). In keeping with this policy Ibero American College may accept credits from other institutions which are accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education the Council of Higher Education Accreditation if the courses are sufficiently comparable in scope, curriculum content and rigor as courses at Ibero American College. Transfer of credit from one institution to another involves at least three considerations: Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised February 43 2015


(1) the educational quality of the learning experience which the student transfers; (2) the comparability of the nature, content, and level of the learning experience to that offered by the receiving institution; and (3) the appropriateness and applicability of the learning experience to the programs offered by the receiving institution, in light of the student's educational goals. The applicant must supply a course syllabus, catalog, course description and an official transcript(s) for transfer of credit to be considered. Please allow five weeks for consideration of credit.

TRANSFER OF CREDITS FROM IBERO AMERICAN COLLEGE TO OTHER INSTITUTIONS: Students who are considering transferring to other institutions should recognize that programs at Ibero American College are terminal in nature and are not generally transferable to other colleges. It should be noted that in any transfer situation, regardless of the institutions involved, the acceptance of credits is at the sole discretion of the accepting institution and Ibero American College makes no representations whatsoever concerning the transferability of any credits to any other institution. This is an important consideration for students and should be seriously well-thought-out.

MA PROGRAM Medical Assistant Program PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Medical Assistant Program is a 860 Clock Hour program with a mandatory unpaid 160 hour externship included in the 8 6 0 hours. The program prepares students to work as Medical Assistants. Courses in the program provide instruction and training in both administrative and clinical applications. The program is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools, an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. The Medical Assistant Program consists of a general orientation to the profession, including employment conditions, credentialing and general responsibilities and the scope of practice. The program also includes anatomy and physiology, diet and nutrition, body systems, common diseases, diagnoses and treatments, medical terminology, medical law and ethics, psychology of human relations including abnormal behavior, empathy, and support for terminally ill patients, developmental stages of life, culture, heredity and environment, pharmacology including math and metric conversions, use of drug references, basic keyboarding and computer concepts including computer application skills using a variety of different electronic programs for practice management and EMR software, medical business office procedures and management, medical office clinical including patient histories, vital signs, test results, emergency and surgical procedures, immunizations, standard precautions, wrapping for sterilization and assisting the physician with examinations and treatments, first aid, and medical laboratory procedures including quality control, CLIA-waived tests, biohazards and specimens and finally career development including essentials for employment and professionalism. A clinical externship of at least 160 hours is required for completion of the program. In the Medical Assistant Program, students are required to complete six ten-week modules of study. Each unit is comprised of several chapters that cover a specific aspect of medical assisting. All units require online course work, attendance at lectures, skills practice and pass off, and self-directed study in the computer lab. The final module is the Externship. 44 -

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PROGRAM OBJECTIVES: 1. Prepare students to work as a Medical Assistant in a variety of healthcare settings at an entry-level position. 2. Gain meaningful didactic and clinical knowledge and skills, and experience in order for students to competently and reliably offer appropriate and safe care to patients. 3. Prepare students for advancement in a variety of health care careers including nursing school, medical school etc. 4. Students will be qualified and able to sit for any national credentialing exam, though credentialing is not required to work as a Medical Assistant in Utah. The program meets or exceeds all standards published by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education and uses a curriculum designed to prepare students for placement in the field as medical assistants. Program Length: The program is 56 Weeks which includes an unpaid 160-hour externship. Program is conducted in 5 ten-week modules and may be completed in 15 months. All students must progress through the program within the limits of the Standards of Academic Progress or within 150% of the program length (84 weeks). Leave of Absence, poor attendance and other interruptions in the program may delay graduation. Delivery Method: Courses are offered residentially (classroom and lab), blended (some components of the course are delivered in the classroom and some are delivered online) or Distance Education where the entire course is completed online. Methods of Instruction: The College employs a variety of methods of instruction that include lecture, lecturediscussion, demonstrations, simulations, collaborative learning, case studies, role play, power point presentations, problem based and Inquiry Learning (the instructor gives the student a problem and the student must solve the problem by gathering, organizing and using data to provide an explanation or answer), group projects, experiential learning and individualized tutoring. Study Time and Outside Preparation: The College adheres to the premise that successful students must spend at a minimum, two hours outside class in study or reading per contact hour in the course. This is in addition to time spent in the classroom or a virtual classroom online. Additional time for homework, assignments, quizzes, exams or experiential learning may be required for some courses. The syllabus in each course attempts to inform students about how much time is required to complete all the coursework. This is an estimate because different students proceed through the coursework at different rates. We recommend you attend class every day and spend the time you need to be successful. Engaging in study groups, attending remedial activities or free tutoring labs will also help you keep pace with the work load. Please do not be deceived; this is college and as such, the course work is rigorous. The fast pace may discourage you, so please contact the Program Director(s) or your instructors for help early on. A Leave of Absence policy is in place for students who suffer extraordinary circumstances that warrant a “break.” Nearly all students feel discouraged, overwhelmed and sometimes feel as if it is impossible to keep up. Ask for help. Stay the course and support your investment in yourself by successfully graduating from College. Graduating from College will build your self-esteem and demonstrate to family and friends that you are empowered to create a satisfying professional and personal life. 45 -

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Textbooks: There are fees for the purchase of these books. Students may purchases books from the school or from other sources. Students are required to purchase or obtain the exact title and edition listed below. Please check the ISBN numbers carefully as some titles come with student CD’s that the student must have.  Today’s Medical Assistant. Bonnewit-West, By Kathy Bonewit-West, BS, MEd, Sue Hunt, MA, RN, CMA (AAMA) and Edith Applegate, MS Oct 04, 2012. ISBN: 978-4557-015-6 - $220.00  Study Guide for Today's Medical Assistant: Clinical & Administrative Procedures Kathy Bonnewit-West BS MEd By Kathy Bonewit-West, BS, MEd, Sue Hunt, MA, RN, CMA (AAMA) and Edith Applegate, MS Oct 04, 2012. ISBN: 978-1-4160-4432- 1. $100  Medical Terminology: A Short Course, 6th Edition, By Davi-Ellen Chabner, BA, MAT Oct 28, 2011. ISBN: 978-1-4377-3440-9 $80  Understanding Anatomy and Physiology: A Visual, Auditory, Interactive Approach by Gale Thompson; FA Davis. Publication date: August 2012. ISBN13: 978-0803622876. $70  Pharmacology Clear and Simple: A Drug Classification and Dosage Calculations Approach, 2nd Edition by Cynthia Watkins, RN, MSN; F.A. Davis Company 2013. ISBN-13: 978-0803625884. $60

PREREQUISITES: There are no prerequisites for the Medical Assistant program except those outlined in the Admission or Enrollment policies which state: Students must be proficient in English both written and oral, must pass a College Pre-Assessment Exam, and must also be able to provide proof of appropriate educational requirement such as: 1) Copy of high school diploma, or 2) Copy of high school transcript showing graduation date. (The high school diploma or transcript requirement can also be from a foreign school if it is equivalent to a US high school diploma; Documentation of proof of completion of secondary education from a foreign country must be officially translated into English and officially certified as the equivalent of high school completion in the United States.)

3) Copy of GED certificate 4) Have a recognized equivalent of High School Diploma such as a home-schooled certificate by the state where the student resided during home school. The student must have completed homeschooling at the secondary level as defined by state law. Due to the passage of Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2012, students who do not have a high school diploma or equivalent and did not complete secondary school in a home-school setting can no longer gain eligibility for Title IV, HEA funds by passing an “abilityto-benefit” test. 5) Evidence of immunity to Measles, Mumps and Rubella (See Vaccination and Immunization Policy) 6) Payment of the $50 application fee. These documents are maintained in the student file.

DISTANCE EDUCATION: The internet has made learning more convenient than ever before, and provides students with additional resources to aid in their education and training. The Medical Assistant program is considered a hybrid or blended program which means some courses are offered in the classroom, some in the classroom and online and one completely online. The online components are offered via an online Distance Education Learning Management System (LMS) called Moodle. The only method of online delivery is asynchronous meaning the internet portion is not time or location specific. Moodle 46 -

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allows you access to the course syllabus, the academic calendar, course and institution-wide announcements, discussion boards, chat and messaging capabilities, grades, class schedule, study tips, assignments, reading guide, new course resources including links to YouTube videos and other pertinent data available online, flashcard programs, quizzes and exams. Distance Education means you must have access to a computer and the internet; students who live or work in close proximity to the school may use our computer lab. Once you have enrolled in the program course we will provide you with access information, login codes etc. Your login information will be contained in an email sent to you when we set up your account. Please save this email for quick reference. Your log in code and password must be strictly guarded. Students are not permitted to share this with others or to allow anyone, including other students to access a personal LMS profile. All students enrolled in distance education components participate in an orientation which explains how to access and use Moodle. During the orientation students receive login information and all student questions are answered. The orientation includes exposing students to the various components of the system including threaded discussion groups, chat, exams, assignments, syllabi, online help desk, lectures, power point presentations, discussions, test generators, email, streaming videos and other tools to assist students in their studies. Additional fees associated with online courses or blended courses with online content vary and are detailed under Additional Fees. It is recommended that students have a computer that is adequate to operate effectively or students in close proximity to the school may use the computer lab during normal school hours of operation. Our Computer Fundamentals instructor, Zac Mussatt is available to advise students about any necessary upgrades, installations or software needed to navigate the Distance Education system. The Distance Education program is administered by our Distance Education Director, whose role is to insure that the education and communication between students and each other and the student and instructor is substantive, meaningful and regular. Understanding the Purpose of Moodle; the LMS (Learning Management System) Discussion Board Postings All course materials are in Moodle – students can access basic information about a course, such as contact information for instructors, a copy of the Syllabus, messages from the instructor, supplemental training resources, administration or other students, announcements, a guide to assignments and due dates, quizzes and exams. Eleven courses in the Medical Assistant program also contain a distance education component and one course is offered completely online – these components or classes take place in a virtual classroom but attending class in the virtual world is mandatory and necessary in order for a student to pass these courses. Courses with an online distance education component offer Course Material that is not available in class. The online environment in this way becomes a virtual extension of the physical classroom. Much of the activities that go on in a physical classroom take place online. Instead of listening to a lecture and engaging in a classroom discussion on campus, for example, you ‘meet’ online to engage in learning activities and engage in classroom discussions. Your syllabus will identify the Mode of Delivery. If it is distance education (it is completely online), if it is blended than your participation in the course will be online and in the classroom. Ignoring the online component of a course will result in failure. You must attend to all online activities. Some of these activities include: Reading online material, watching videos, practicing concepts through games or the use of flashcards, uploading assignments, taking quizzes and exams etc. One component of ALL courses with ANY distance education component is the discussion board or forum postings.

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Discussion Boards: Every week in every class that is offered online or blended has a requirement for WEEKLY participation in a discussion board question. Responding to the question and to two other postings by classmates is mandatory every single week. You will be graded on the relevancy and quality of each post, but failure to post at all means you will likely fail the course. Discussion board or forum post assignments must be answered with at least 150-200 words, which is about two paragraphs. The initial post should be done within the first day or two so that you have time to respond to fellow students. You need to respond to at least 2 other students, and simply posting I agree or disagree does not make up a meaningful contribution. You must also reply to those who commented on your posting. Along with other virtual classroom activities, a discussion board posting is required every week! The purpose of these online discussion forums is to enable you to engage with fellow students and the instructor just like you would if you were all in a physical location together. If you have any questions you may email the instructor. If you do not have easy access to a computer and the Internet, contact the school immediately. We can provide you with a list of places near your home or work that will allow you to use a computer and to get online. Another option is to come to the school at least one day a week, early – and spend it in the lab. Coming two hours before classes begin each day allows you time to use the computer lab and to complete the online components of your courses including answering and engaging in discussion boards online. All distance-learning students enrolled in fully online courses will perform all assignments and exams online to complete each course. The instructor will monitor the time a student logs in to the system, the curriculum, study studies, exams, and assignments. The Internet method of delivery requires students to complete the distance course materials in a timely manner. TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS Software Specifics Apple Mac OS 10.5.X or Microsoft Windows XP - Or higher Microsoft Office 2010 Home and Student Edition - Or higher Adobe Flash 10.X – Or higher Adobe Acrobat Reader 10.X – Or higher Hardware Specifics Apple Macintosh with Intel x86-based CPU, or Windows compatible hardware with Intel Core 2 duo CPU – Or higher, Internet access, and online registration required. 1024 x 768 screen resolution or larger and 2 GB of RAM or greater. Android and iOS (Apple) tablets and other mobile devices are not supported at this time. See: Adobe Flash software requirement. All students enrolled in the Medical Assistant program take COM 101. At the beginning of this course, the instructor will verify that each student has access to a computer and the internet that meet at a minimum the Technology Requirements above. Textbooks, workbooks, assignments and other instructional materials are consistent without regard to online or classroom delivery. Coursework is asynchronous allowing a student to complete online work on their schedule, though online material and assignments must be completed timely according to the syllabus. Student services are available to students via phone, online or via email. EXTERNSHIP: A 160-hour unpaid externship is REQUIRED for successful completion of the program. Typically, the externship begins and is completed in module 6. For most students, this placement will be during the day. For students enrolled in a night program this might pose a problem and is something the student must consider prior to enrollment. Often arrangements can be made with facilities, work and child care issues can be addressed too, 48 -

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to allow easy completion of the externship but pre-planning is essential. Early notice of any issue that would preclude a student from completing 160 hours of an externship during the day must be reported to the Externship Coordinator no later than the end of Module 3. We will make every effort to secure an externship that works with the demands of work or child care, but we can’t make any promises. Please plan now, well before the beginning of the externship so you are prepared to get it done in the last ten-week module. Externship Vaccinations and Immunizations: Prior to admission all new and transfer students born after December 31, 1956 are required to submit proof of immunity for measles, mumps and rubella (MMR). Additional immunizations suggested may be required to attend an externship. For this reason, by the end of module five students may need to obtain: Hepatitis B shots or signed declination, TB test, Background Check and Urine Drug Screen (5 panel) as required by placement. Some sites may also require a flu shot or evidence of other immunizations. These will be clearly explained to you once you are placed in an externship. Since nearly ALL placement sites require these at a minimum, students are required to begin the process of documenting these requirements no later than the beginning of Module five. If students do not meet these requirements by the end of module five, the student will may not be able to attend an externship in a timely manner in Module 5. This delay may mean you incur additional tuition expense and if you are outside the timeframe for completion of the program as described in the SAP policy (150%) you may not be able to complete your program at all! Ibero American College’s Vaccine Policy is found later in this catalog. TUITION: The tuition for the Medical Assistant program is $10,985. Additional fees for textbooks, technology fees, lab fees and supplies is detailed below under Additional Fees. Tuition and fees may increase. Students will be notified promptly if changes in fees for textbooks, labs and tech fees change and will be provided at least one full term’s notice for any increase in tuition. Fees related to the cost of books, and other supplies may change with little notice as the institution passes on these increases as they occur. Students may purchase textbooks from any outlet but they must be the exact title, author, and edition. Use the ISBN number to be sure. ADDITIONAL FEES: Students must purchase or acquire some items BEFORE the first day of class including two sets of logoed scrubs which must be worn while on campus, a watch with a second hand, and a blood pressure cuff and stethoscope. Students must wear their scrubs and close toed shoes every day – no sandals are allowed on campus, a backpack for books, supplies, handouts and homework – put your name on the backpack, at least 20-25 plastic sheet protectors to keep handouts safe and organized a white binder with a plastic view sleeve on the front and back cover, pencils, pens, and a working calculator, a college rule notebook three hole punched (put inside white binder) – you will need several during the program and access to a computer or a commitment to use the school computer lab. This may not be an exhaustive list but all requirements will be detailed during the enrollment process. Additional fees for textbooks, technology fees, lab fees and supplies is detailed below under Additional Fees. Tuition and fees may increase. Students will be notified promptly if changes in fees for textbooks, labs and tech fees change and will be provided at least one full term’s notice for such increase. Fees related to the cost of books, and other supplies may change with little notice as the institution passes on these increases as they occur.

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CURRENT TUITION AND ADDITIONAL FEES: Application Fee $50

TUITION $10,985

Supplies and Fees $1480

Textbooks $570

Total $13,085

Tuition, books, and fees are subject to change without prior notice.

There are additional fees associated externships – these fees vary depending on which facility the student attends as each one have different requirements. It is recommended that students plan to pay toward the upper end of the scale so they are not caught short funded. These ranges and fees include:  School supplies; backpack, paper, pens, notebooks, calculator, flash drive, etc.  Scrubs - $50-$100 (depending on style chosen) Freedom Company only  BP Cuff and stethoscope - $25-$50 Externship Fees, as Applicable  Immunizations-$114 to $163 depending on how many needed  TB Test- $15  Background check-$15  Hepatitis B shots- $46  BLS CPR Certification-$40  Urine drug test- $15-$28

COST OF ATTENDANCE: School: Ibero American College - Main Campus Program Code: MA Program Name: Medical Assistant Start Date: 01/01/2015 and After Measurement: 900 Clock Hours and 30 weeks in Academic Year Total Hours:

Updated: 11/23/2016 Fed Year: 16-17

900

Cost of Attendance Total Tuition: $10,985.00 Total Direct Cost: $910.00 Monthly Room & Board: Monthly Transportation: Monthly Misc./Personal:

$1,145.00 $910.00 $300.00

Total Indirect Costs: Year: 1 Hours: 860

$960.00

$1,635.00 Actual Weeks: 56

Cost Type Tuition Books/Supplies Room & Board Misc./Personal

Total Cost of Attendance:

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Months: 15

Living On Own $9,985.00 $910.00 $16,030.00 $2,660.00

Living with Parent $9,985.00 $910.00 $6,580.00 $2,660.00

$4,200.00

$4,200.00

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FIRST DAY OF CLASS: Students must arrive the first day of class with the following:  All students must wear their Ibero American ID badge while on school property.  MA students must purchase at least two pair of Logo Scrubs from The Freedom Company, before class. Scrubs must be worn to class and at all externship sites unless otherwise requested by the facility. Women must wear a t-shirt or camisole under the shirt if it opens enough to expose cleavage.  Close toed shoes are required – no sandals are allowed on campus  A backpack for books, supplies, handouts & homework  At least 20-25 plastic sheet protectors to keep handouts safe and organized.  White binder with a plastic view sleeve on the front and back cover – the class syllabus must be placed in the front cover and the school calendar must be placed in the back cover Pencils, pens, and a working calculator A watch with a second hand and a flash drive A College Rule Notebook three hole punched (put inside white binder) Access to a computer or a commitment to use the school computer lab

ORIENTATION FOR THE PROGRAM IS MANDATORY prior to the first day of class. Students will be provided with the exact date and time of orientation during the enrollment process. Additional information is always available from the administrative staff. The orientation is a fun event and will provide you with an overview of the program and school and will give you time to meet others in the program and to ask questions. If you have enrolled after Orientation, please contact our Externship Coordinator or Registrar at 801.759.5164 to schedule an individual orientation prior to the beginning of the program. STAY CLOSE … GO FAR: This is a program that helps students adjust to college life and attendance is mandatory. Students must attend a one hour session during week 1, 2, 4, 6, and 9. A schedule and description of the course work in the program will be outlined during the mandatory Orientation program. Students may not begin classes without attending the mandatory Orientation – a hold may be placed on attendance in the program during the first module if a student fails to attend the Stay Close … Go Far in the first module. All meetings will be held one hour prior to regular classes for the evening program (4:45pm-5:45pm) and one h o u r after classes end or one hour before classes begin for the day program (12pm-1pm) or (4:45pm-5:45pm). The schedule may change with little notice but students will be apprised of these changes. Some aspects of the program may be completed online.

Medical Assistant Program Courses of Study: HCP 101: Introduction to Medical Assisting, Medical Law and Ethics Hours: 20 Hours (Blended) Prerequisite: None Course Description: This course is an introduction and overview of the medical assisting profession and the history of healthcare including the shift from hospital based to community based delivery, and managed care vs. patient centered care. The course explores issues related to professionalism in the workplace, employment standards and expectations and the role of the medical assistant in patient centered care. HCP 102: Anatomy & Physiology; an Introduction Hours: 40 Hours (Blended) Prerequisites: None Course Description: This course covers basic anatomical & physiological construction of the human body including the planes and organization of the body, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, 51 -

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nervous system, endocrine system, cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, respiratory system, digestive system, urinary system, and reproductive system. This course also includes a four-hour class at the Institute of Human Anatomy, where students will examine the digestive system in a human cadaver. HCP 103: Patient Vitals and Assessments Hours: 20 (Classroom and Lab) Prerequisites: None Course Description: In this course students learn to perform vital sign assessments including temperature in multiple forms, and how to record the data in a patient chart Students learn to conduct patient assessment, take an oral medical history and to chart accurately. Includes respiration, pulse oximetry, pulse, temperature, and blood pressure. HCP 104: Medical Terminology Hours: 40 (Distance Education) Prerequisites: None Course Description: This is the language of medicine. Medical Terminology is a course that helps students understand the Greek- and Latin-based language of medicine and healthcare. Emphasis is placed upon word roots, suffixes, prefixes, abbreviations, symbols, anatomical terms, and terms associated with movements of the human body. This course also stresses the proper pronunciation, spelling, and usage of medical terminology. HCP 112: Administrative Medical Assisting Hours: 40 (Blended) Prerequisites: None Course Description: This course prepares students to manage the front office and to understand the daily components of a medical facility. Students learn to keep inventory, manage medical records, how to order medical supplies, how to answer the telephone, and prescreen patients for treatment. Includes opening and closing a medical office, obtaining patient information and charting. HCP 120: Medical Billing and Collections Hours: 40 (Blended) Prerequisites: None Course Description: Medical Assistants often run the front office in medical practices so a competent understanding of medical billing, insurance and collections is vital. Understanding insurance plans, the preauthorization process and collections is covered. What seems complicated is made comprehensible in this course, as students conduct simulated billing and collections activities. HCP 130: Professional Medical Coding Hours: 40 (Blended) Prerequisites: None Course Description: Coding for conditions, disease and treatment is the language of money in health care. Understanding the importance of primary and secondary coding allows Medical Assistants to bill for and collect the money owed to the hospital or practice. This course covers all aspects of Coding and uses the ICD-10 coding books HCP 140: Introduction to the Electronic Health Record Hours: 20 (Distance Education) Prerequisites: None Course Description: This course is designed to introduce the medical assistant student to electronic health records in both inpatient and outpatient settings and to provide hands-on experience/simulation with data entry into the records. Overview of the history of electronic health records, issues related to privacy and storage of PHI is reviewed. Students are introduced to an actual EHR system and begin to learn data entry processes. HCP 204: Advanced Anatomy and Physiology Hours: 60 Hours (Blended) Prerequisites: HCP 102 Course Description: This course explores the fundamental mechanisms of disease. The student learns to identify disease symptoms and manifestations, complications and general treatment options. Students explore Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised February 52 2015


conditions that affect health and disease including nutrition, drug use and normal changes such as pregnancy and aging. Students in this class will attend a four-hour lecture at the Institute of Human Anatomy examining the body functions as they relate to the human brain by examining a human cadaver. HCP 210: Advanced Electronic Health Record Hours: 20 (Distance Education) Prerequisites: HCP 140 Course Description: This course continues the education and training provided in HCP 140 by expanding concepts and reinforcing learning objectives through more in-depth use of the SimChart program. By utilizing SimChart for the Medical Office, you will gain realistic practice entering patient data into an EHR and mastering all the administrative, clinical, and billing/coding skills needed to gain certification and succeed on the job. MED 106: Medical Aseptic Procedures & Equipment Hours: 20 (Classroom and Lab) Prerequisites: None Course Description: Students learn principles of proper aseptic techniques including hand-washing, PPE, disinfection and universal precautions and infection control as well as OSHA standards. Students learn methods of equipment sterilization. The study of the modes of transmission and the effects of blood borne pathogens in health care is discussed including the handling and disposal of regulated medical waste. MED 206: Medical Clinical Procedures-Examinations Hours: 20 (Classroom and Lab) Prerequisites: None Course Description: In this course students are introduced to the physical examination including a definition of terms, preparing the patient and room for an examination, assessment of the patient, assisting the physician, measuring height, weight, etc., eye and ear assessment and the pediatric exam. Students will explain and understand the pediatric and adult immunization schedule. Students will have a better understanding of the VFC program requirements, monitoring refrigerator temperatures, monitoring freezer temperatures, storing vaccines, conducting a vaccine inventory, preparing vaccines, and administering vaccines. MED 208: Microbiology Lab Hours: 10 hours (Classroom and Lab) Prerequisites: HCP 102 Course Description: Students learn to use the microscope to explore various tissue samples, disease, normal vs. abnormal flora, infection, procedures using the microscope, slides, examining microscopic organisms, sensitivity testing, streptococcus testing, prevention and control of infectious disease through the use of PPE and universal precautions and how to prepare a smear. MED 306: Advanced & Emergency Medical Procedures Hours: 40 (Classroom and Lab) Prerequisites: MED 206 Course Description: This course teaches how to perform routine and minor office surgery including removing sutures, applying skin closure, and involves more sensitive and advanced exams such as the gynecological exam, male genital exams, the physical agents to promote tissue healing, specialty exams such as colon procedures, and covers emergency medical procedures including the crash cart, first aid, and the emergency medical services system. MED 308 Laboratory Procedures Practicum Review Hours: 20 (Lab) Prerequisites: MED 106, MED 206, MED 306 (or taking MED 306 in same module) C o u r s e Description: Students enrolled in the medical assistant program learn a substantial number of complex skills including how to use an autoclave, sterilization techniques, skin treatments, examinations, minor surgery skills, patient vitals and assessments, and placing an IV. In this intense hands-on course students have an opportunity to review, refine and hone their competency in skills associated with medical assisting prior to graduation. Students must have passed MED 106 and MED 206 and must be enrolled in MED 306. Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised February 53 2015


COM 101: Computer Fundamentals Hours: 40 (Classroom) Prerequisites: Moodle Orientation Course Description: This is an introduction to computers, designed to prepare students for proficient use of a computer in the workplace. Students learn basic computer concepts such as how a computer works, hardware/software components, file management, operating systems, the Internet, online research techniques, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and Email. Keyboarding proficiency skills are also taught. ECG 101: Cardiopulmonary/ECG Hours: 20 (Classroom and Lab) Prerequisites: None Course Description: In this course students develop a fundamental knowledge of the heart including anatomy and physiology, rhythms, cardiac disease, functions of the heart and interpreting waveforms. This course also includes patient education in reducing cardiac disease. If possible, students may be allowed to dissect a pig’s heart. EXT 101: Professional Externship Hours: 160 (Clinical Rotation) Prerequisites: Medical Assistant Courses Course Description: The externship opportunity allows students to practice their skills and to test their knowledge in a real world setting. Prior to the externship assignment, students must meet with the Externship Coordinator to determine the best match for you. We make every attempt to place you in an externship that is similar to the type of place you would like to find employment, but this cannot be guaranteed. Regardless of placement, you will get a great deal out of working with real patients in a health care setting. MLT 101: Phlebotomy Hours: 40 (Classroom and Lab) Prerequisites: None Phlebotomy is the process of blood collection. In this course students learn the basic components of blood, its vital role in the body, and how it helps diagnose and treat disease. Students learn standard collection procedures and basic lab tests. Throughout this course students will practice the skills associated with phlebotomy including venipuncture techniques, how to adapt to special populations and circumstances, and other collection methods. MLT 102: Hematology, Blood Chemistry, Injections & IV Access Hours: 40 (Lab) Prerequisites: MLT 101 Hematology is the study of blood. Blood Chemistry is the chemical composition of the blood. In this course students will expand their knowledge of bold and its components and how the various basic bold tests are used to diagnose and treat certain conditions and diseases. Students will learn the basics of IV Therapy, including purpose, complications, and peripheral placement. The student will learn why IV’s are started and basic peripheral placement techniques and well as common complications. This course teaches the student proper injection procedures for intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections including proper site location, needle length and needle-gauge. PHR 105: Pharmacology and Medical Math Hours: 40 (Blended) Prerequisites: None Students learn about safe and therapeutic drug therapy, drug identification and purpose, and classification. Students explore side effects, basic treatments and guidelines for the use of common medications. Included is the math of healthcare including conversions, calculation of dosages, syringe calibrations, etc. PSY 101: Professional Development Hours: 40 (Blended) Prerequisites: None This course teaches students how to conduct a fruitful job search and the tools necessary to obtain employment including how to create a resume, request letters of reference, interviewing techniques, and follow through Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised February 54 2015


and follow up activities. Emphasis is placed on confidence building and self-esteem exercises, the development of good interpersonal and communication skills and the role of service learning and volunteerism to promote advancement and personal growth. Simulated interviews and assessments help the student improve their overall presentation. SOC 101: Sociology of Health Hours: 40 (Blended) Prerequisites: None Through the use of documentary film, this course provides an overview of the nature, organization, and function of the health services found in the US. Emphasis is placed on the interrelation of cultural, economic, political and social aspects of health care delivery at the federal, state and local level. Topics include health care costs, accessibility of services, nutrition and food, influence on health care by government and private industry, services for the medically indigent and elderly, ethical issues regarding transplants, reproductive technology, end of life decisions and funding. WRT 101: The Fundamentals of Writing Hours: 30 (Classroom) Prerequisites: None This course will focus on the fundamentals of writing. We will approach writing as a workshop. That means that we are going to write and revise short pieces, both in and out of class. Students will learn the basic components of a sentence, a paragraph and an essay. Emphasis is placed on healthcare communication. Step by step instructions guide each student to proficiency communicating in the written form. Students will learn by planning, researching (a bit), writing, editing and revising. AWARD: Certificate.

EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK: Compensation Rates for Medical Assistants:

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics – Medical Assistants Summary Medical assistants usually do many different kinds of tasks, handling both administrative and clinical duties.

Quick Facts: Medical Assistants 2012 Median Pay

$29,370 per year $14.12 per hour

Entry-Level Education

Postsecondary non-degree award

Work Experience in a Related Occupation

None

On-the-job Training

Moderate-term on-the-job training

Number of Jobs, 2012

560,800

Job Outlook, 2010-20

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What Medical Assistants Do: Medical assistants complete administrative and clinical tasks in the offices of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors, and other health practitioners. Their duties vary with the location, specialty, and size of the practice. Duties: Medical assistants typically do the following:  Take patient history and measure vital signs  Help the physician with patient examinations  Give patient injections as directed by the physician  Schedule patient appointments  Prepare blood for laboratory tests  Electronic health records (EHRs) are changing medical assistants' jobs. More and more physicians are adopting EHRs, moving all their patient information online. Assistants need to learn the EHR software that their office uses.  Medical assistants take and record patients’ personal information. They must be able to keep that information confidential and discuss it only with other medical personnel who are involved in treating the patient.  Medical assistants should not be confused with physician assistants, who examine, diagnose, and treat patients under a physician's supervision. For more information, see the profile on physician assistants.  In larger practices or hospitals, medical assistants may specialize in either administrative or clinical work. Administrative medical assistants often fill out insurance forms or code patients’ medical information. Some assistants buy and store supplies and equipment for the office. Clinical medical assistants have different duties, depending on the state where they work. They may do basic laboratory tests, dispose of contaminated supplies, and sterilize medical instruments. They might have additional responsibilities, such as instructing patients about medication or special diets, preparing patients for x-rays, removing stitches, drawing blood, or changing dressings. Some medical assistants specialize in a specific type

of medical office. Work Environment: Medical assistants held about 560,800 jobs in 2012. Most of these assistants work in physicians’ offices and other healthcare facilities. In 2012, more than half of all medical assistants worked in physicians’ offices. Certification: Medical assistants are not required to be certified. However, employers prefer to hire certified assistants. Several organizations offer certification. Some require the assistant to pass an exam, and others require graduation from an accredited program. In most cases, an applicant must be at least 18 years old before applying for certification. The National Commission for Certifying Agencies, part of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence, accredits four certifications for medical assistants:  Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)  Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists  National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from the National Center for Competency Testing  Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association To be eligible for the CMA Certification Examination, an assistant must have completed a postsecondary medical assisting program accredited by either the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) and passed the certification exam. For the other three certifications, no formal education is required to take the certification exam. Ibero American College meets the requirements for students to be able to sit for any national exam, however, we recommend that students become CMA’s (American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) as we have found this is the preferred certification for most health care providers in Utah, including IHC. Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised February 56 2015


Important Qualities  Analytical skills. Medical assistants must be able to understand and follow medical charts and diagnoses. They may be required to code a patient’s medical records for billing purposes.  Detail oriented. Medical assistants must be precise when taking vital signs or recording patient information.

Physicians and insurance companies rely on accurate records.  Interpersonal skills. Medical assistants need to be able to discuss patient information with other medical

personnel, such as a physician. They often interact with patients who may be in pain or in distress, so they need to be able to act in a calm and professional manner.  Technical skills. Medical assistants should be able to use basic clinical instruments so they can take a

patient’s vital signs, such as heart rate or blood pressure. Pay for Medical Assistants The median annual wage of medical assistants was $29,370 in May 2012. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $21,080, and the top 10 percent earned more than $41,570. Most medical assistants work full time. Some work evenings or weekends to cover shifts in medical facilities that are always open. Median annual wages, May 2012  Total, All Occupations* -- $34,750  Other Healthcare Support Occupations -- $30,620  Medical Assistants -- $29,370 *Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-15 Edition, Medical Assistants, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm (visited February 12, 2015).

Job Outlook for Medical Assistants Employment of medical assistants is expected to grow by 29 percent from 2012 to 2022, much faster than the average for all occupations. The growth of the aging baby-boom population will continue to spur demand for preventive medical services, which are often provided by physicians. As their practices expand, physicians will hire more assistants to perform routine administrative and clinical duties, allowing the physicians to see more patients. Assistants will likely continue to be used in place of more expensive workers, such as nurses, to reduce costs. An increasing number of group practices, clinics, and other healthcare facilities need support workers, particularly medical assistants, to do both administrative and clinical duties. Medical assistants work mostly in primary care, a steadily growing sector of the healthcare industry.

Additional demand also is expected as a result of new and changing tasks for medical assistants as part of the medical team. As more and more physicians’ practices switch to electronic health records (EHRs), medical assistants’ job responsibilities will continue to change. Assistants will need to become familiar with EHR computer software, including maintaining EHR security and analyzing electronic data, to improve healthcare information. *Note: All Occupations includes all occupations in the U.S. Economy. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-15 Edition, Medical Assistants, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical-assistants.htm (visited February 12, 2015).

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Change, 2010- Employment projections data for medical assistants, 2010-2020 Occupational Title Medical Assistant

SOC Code 319092

Employment, 2010 527,600

Projected Employment, 2020 690,400

Percent 31

Numeric 162,900

Citation for information provided in this reference material provided by: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2014-15 Edition, Medical Assistants, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/medical- assistants.htm (visited February 12, 2015).

Applying for Graduation: Once a student has taken and passed all courses, demonstrated competency in all skills and passed comprehensive skills pass off, attended the 160-hour externship and passed the comprehensive exam, a student may apply for graduation. In order to graduate the student must meet with the Registrar to make sure all file documentation is current and accurate including grades and attendance records. He or she must also meet with the Finance Department to make sure all tuition or tuition payment agreements are in place. Personal Referral services, job placement assistance and support is available. We ask all graduates to complete a Graduate Survey after at least ten days and to notify the school when you are hired so we can obtain an employer survey. Student Right to Know: According to regulations published by the U.S. Department of Education based on the Student Right-to-Know Act, the graduation/completion rates for first time, ¾ time students who entered school and graduated/completed within the 133% of the normal time to complete the program must be published in the Course Catalog. As of February 2015, the medical assistant program increased hours from 860 to 900 making the program full time. Subsequent reporting will include the increased hours and the 150% timeframe Retention Rates: For the period ending June 30, 2014, the retention rate was: 82% Retention rates relates to the number of students who are enrolled in the reporting period (July 1 – June 30) of each year. Some reasons students may drop out of the program are change in job status, a marriage, pregnancy, a move etc. Retention rates provide the student with some information about how well a college keeps students who enroll. Some schools with low retention rates (the requirement is 70% or higher for most colleges, might be due to enrolling students who are not capable or prepared to finish the program. Ibero American College attempts to only enroll students who demonstrate an intellectual capacity, and a mental drive to stay the course and graduate. Gainful Employment: For the period ending June 30, 2014 the placement rate was: 80%. At the time of this catalog published date, our placement rate is 80%. The placement rate is related to how many students found work in the field or in a related field to their area of study. The time period for reporting is July 1st to June 30th of each year. At this time, the placement rate for this period is 80% - meaning 80% of the graduates between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014 are placed as Medical Assistants or in related fields.

CONTINUING EDUCATION WORKSHOPS Career Building: FREE This workshop is available to any student or graduate of Ibero American College, who is looking for work or who want to learn more about vocational placement and career building. It is a comprehensive workshop that includes tips on resume writing, the role of the cover letter, interviewing tips, dressing and communicating for success, building a social and professional network, follow-up after the interview, career and skill assessment and tips on how to find the perfect career for you. A vocational school like Ibero American College must train and assist students in obtaining gainful employment and teach respect for the intrinsic dignity of work. Ibero American College is committed to empowering students to find a career that engages their mind, expands their capacity for compassion and respect, and enriches their lives. 58 -

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This workshop is a valuable resource for those seeking employment. Participants will leave the workshop with a better understanding of the job search process including:  Cover letter and resume writing  Interview tips and techniques - Follow up after the interview  Resources for finding the right job  Dressing and communicating for success  Career and skill assessment

Computer Fundamentals: $195 Course Description: This course serves as an introduction to computers, and is designed to prepare students for proficient use of a computer in the workplace. Students will learn basic computer concepts such as how a computer works, hardware/software components, file management, operating systems, the Internet, online research techniques, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and Email. This course also includes a keyboarding component that assists students in gaining proficiency in keyboarding skills and speed. Learning to use a computer and computer programs is almost essential I today’s workforce. Nearly everything is electronic. This is especially true in health care where government standards require electronic records. With the amazing array of tools available online, graduates benefit from a new resource of great information. Course Objectives:  Know what a computer is  Know what an operating system is  Search the Internet effectively  Open, close, size and tab windows  Create, delete, move, copy files and folders  Create a document, presentation and spreadsheet  Format a document using line spacing, indents, tabs

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print graphs Use functions to calculate data Create slides, change layouts, and add animation Insert text and objects into a presentation Create customized templates in Power Point

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Human Anatomy Cadaver Workshop: $195 This is a 4-hour workshop and Utah's first and only private cadaver lab. Ibero American College is the first college to offer this unique experience to students through the Institute of Human Anatomy (IOHA). The lab introduces students to the human body in its most vulnerable and dramatic form, allowing students to see, touch, and explore the various body systems and organs in a state-of-the art environment. The experience is remarkable and meaningful, allowing students to understand the human body in ways that are not possible in books or videos. The IOHA facility provides hands-on dissection and study of human cadavers, giving students of many health and wellness educational and career pursuits an exceptional learning experience. Mark T. Nielsen, Education Adviser at the IOHA, is a well-known professor, lecturer, author, and software developer of human anatomy and physiology curriculum and in conjunction with instructors at Ibero American College developed a robust and meaningful curriculum to facilitate knowledge of the human body – including an overview of all systems, and the digestive system and the brain.

Peripheral IV Insertion and IV Therapy (when offered): $195 IV technicians work in many different areas in health care including outpatient surgical clinics, dentistry and oral surgery offices, research facilities, emergency rooms, and veterinary clinics. Phlebotomists, medical assistants, nurses and respiratory therapists all need to know how to start an IV In this three day course, you will learn the best techniques for starting an IV and learn by practicing on real people – participating in at least 15 IV placements. Students will also learn in depth about equipment, types of fluids, administered drip rates, venous structures within the arm and hand, routes of administration, medication administration, complications associated with IV therapy, IV regulations and more. Class Overview:  Pre-procedure steps  Anatomy and physiology related to peripheral short IV catheter insertion procedures  Legal issues & Clinician, patient, and supply preparation  Vein site, and catheter selection & Venipuncture techniques  Use of visualization devices Workshop Refund Policy: Once a student registers for a workshop or continuing education classes and pays the deposit, the student may receive a full refund if a student notifies the school that he or she has decided not to attend the workshop within 3 business days after making payment – this cooling off period extends to midnight of the third day after payment is made. This notification must be in writing, fax, in person, via email, or over the phone (not by voicemail or using Facebook or the contact us form on the website). If a student pays the deposit and drops out of the workshop before the first day of class but after 3 days of making payment, the student will receive a refund of any money paid minus the deposit. If a student drops out of a workshop after it begins, there is no refund due.  Computer Fundamentals: Tuition is $195, Deposit is $100. No refund after class begins.  Human Anatomy Cadaver Lab: Tuition is $195, Deposit is $100. No refund after class begins  Peripheral IV Insertion and IV Therapy (includes 8 hours of BEMS approved CME’s or 7.66 hours of 60 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


Continuing Nurse Education credits, if applicable): Tuition is $195. Deposit is $100. No refund after class begins.

Financial Aid FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID: To be considered for Federal Financial Aid, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Aid on line. The student and the parent (in the case of a dependent student) may sign the FAFSA on line by using a PIN number. Once the student completes the FAFSA, and it is processed by the government, the school will receive an ISIR which will contain the Estimated Family Contribution and let the student know if he/she is selected for verification. Verification: Each year, financial aid recipients are randomly selected for verification by the U.S. Department of Education. Verification is the process the school uses to confirm that the data reported on the FAFSA is accurate. The school has the authority to contact students for documentation that supports income and other information that was reported. If a student is selected for federal verification, he/she will be asked to complete a Verification Worksheet (provided by the Office of Student Financial Planning) and must provide additional information before financial aid can be disbursed to the student account. This documentation may include but is not limited to federal income tax transcript and W-2 forms (student’s, spouse and/or parents/guardians), proof of untaxed income, household size information, housing allowances, etc. Students will be notified in writing of all documents required to fulfill this federal requirement. If after review by the Office of Student Financial Planning, there are any changes to the Estimated Family Contribution and possibly the financial aid available, the student will be notified in writing.

ASSISTANCE IN OBTAINING INSTITUTIONAL OR FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION Juan Carlos Fuentes Email: jfuentes@ibero.edu Ibero American College Salt Lake City, Utah 801.759.5164 x 103 Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 9:00am – 6:00pm -- By Appointment Only HOW TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID: Ibero American College is committed to helping any student attend the Medical Assistant program. We will finance in-house almost any student* who does not qualify for Federal Title IV funding or private funding such as loan programs with credit unions or banks, or who do not qualify for state funding such as Vocational Rehabilitation or DWS. All students are required to explore EVERY option before applying for school financing. *Credit worthiness restrictions apply. Nearly every student is eligible for some form of financial aid, including low-interest Federal Stafford and/or parent PLUS loans, regardless of income or circumstances, provided that you: • are a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, or an eligible non-citizen; • have a valid Social Security Number; • have a high school diploma or GED; • are registered with the U.S. Selective Service (if you are a male ages 18 to 25); • complete a FAFSA promising to use any federal aid for educational purposes; • do not owe refunds on any federal student grants; • are not in default on any student loans; and • have not been found guilty of the sale or possession of illegal drugs during a period when you received federal student aid. 61 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


To apply for Financial Aid, a student must fill out the Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) found online at www.fafsa.edu. If you need assistance in filling out this form, contact the Financial Aid office. Candidates for the Medical Assistant program are encouraged to fill out the FAFSA as soon as possible.

Please choose our School Code: 042157. The name of the school is Ibero American College so we can obtain your student financial information in a timely fashion. How Eligibility is determined for TITLE IV, HEA To receive Federal Student Aid, you will need to: 1. Qualify to obtain a college or career school education, either by having a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate, or by completing a high school education in a homeschool setting approved under state law. 2. Be enrolled or accepted for enrollment as a regular student in an eligible degree or certificate program. 3. Be registered with Selective Service, if you are a male (you must register between the ages of 18 and 25). Men exempted from the requirement to register include;  Males currently in the armed services and on active duty (this exception does not apply to members of the Reserve and National Guard who are not on active duty);  Males who are not yet 18 at the time that they complete their application (an update is not required during the year, even if a student turns 18 after completing the application);  Males born before 1960;  Citizens of the Republic of Palau, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, or the Federated States of Micronesia*;  Noncitizens that first entered the U.S. as lawful non-immigrants on a valid visa and remained in the U.S. on the terms of that visa until after they turned 26. 4. Have a valid Social Security number unless you are from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, or the Republic of Palau. 5. Completed a FAFSA and the school must have a current FAFSA information to start the initial eligibility process. 6. Sign certifying statements on the FAFSA stating that:  you are not in default on a federal student loan  do not owe a refund on a federal grant  Sign the required statement that you will use federal student aid only for educational purposes 7. Maintain satisfactory academic progress (SAP) while attending college or a career school. 8. Be enrolled at least halftime to receive assistance from the Direct Loan Program. Half-time enrollment is 7 – 12 hours per week. The Medical Assistant program is only offered on a ¾ time schedule. 9. The Pell Grant program does not require half time enrollment, but the student enrollment status does affect the amount of Pell a student may receive. A student may receive Pell for a total of 12 payment periods or 600%. Once the student has reached this limit, no further Pell may be received. 10. Students who are first-time borrowers on or after July 1, 2013 have a limit on the maximum period of time (measured in academic years) that they can receive Direct Subsidized Loans. This time limit does not apply to Direct Unsubsidized Loans or Direct PLUS Loans. Students may not receive Direct Subsidized Loans for more than 150 percent of the published length of their program. This is called the “maximum eligibility period.” In addition, you must meet one of the following: 1. Be a U.S. CITIZEN or U.S. NATIONAL. You are a U.S. citizen if you were born in the United States or certain U.S. territories, if you were born abroad to parents who are U.S. citizens, or if you have obtained citizenship status through naturalization. If you were born in American Samoa or Swains Island, then you are a U.S. national. 2. Be an eligible non-citizen. You are eligible if you have a Form I-551, I-151, or I-551C, also known as a “green card”, showing you are a 62 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


U.S. permanent resident. 3. Have an ARRIVAL-DEPARTURE RECORD You’re Arrival-Departure Record (I-94) from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services must show one of the following:  Refugee  Asylum Granted  Cuban-Haitian Entrant (Status Pending)  Conditional Entrant (valid only if issued before April 1, 1980)  Parolee 4. Have BATTERED IMMIGRANT STATUS You are designated as a “battered immigrant-qualified alien” if you are a victim of abuse by your citizen or permanent resident spouse, or you are the child of a person designated as such under the Violence Against Women Act. 5. Have a T-VISA You are eligible if you have a T-visa or a parent with a T-1 visa. Conviction for possession or sale of illegal drugs: A Federal or state drug conviction can disqualify a student for FSA funds. The student self-certifies in applying for aid that he/she is eligible for by using the FAFSA. The School is not required to confirm this unless there is evidence of conflicting information.  The chart below illustrates the period of ineligibility for FSA funds, depending on whether the conviction was for sale or possession and whether the student had previous offenses. (A conviction for the sale of drugs includes conviction for conspiring to sell drugs)

Possession of illegal drugs 1 Year from date of

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Sale of illegal drugs

1st 2 years from date of Offens conviction conviction 2nd 2 years from date of Indefinite Period e Offens conviction 3rd Indefinite e Offens If a student was convicted of both possessing and selling illegal drugs, and the periods of ineligibility are e different, the student will be ineligible for the longer period A student regains eligibility the day after the period of ineligible ends or when he/she successfully completes a qualified drug rehabilitation program. Further drug conviction will make him/her ineligible again. When a student regains eligibility during the award year, the institute may award Pell and/or Loan for the current payment period. A qualified drug rehabilitation program must include at least two unannounced drug tests and must satisfy at least one of the following requirements: o Be qualified to receive funds directly or indirectly from a federal, state or local government program. o Be qualified to receive payment directly or indirectly from a federally or state-licensed insurance company. o Be administered or recognized by federal, state or local government agency or court. o Be administered or recognized by a federally or state-licensed hospital, health clinic or medical doctor.

RETURN OF TITLE IV (FEDERAL FINANCAIL AID) The Bursar’s Office is required by federal statute to calculate the percentage of earned Title IV Funds received or pending to be received and to return the unearned funds for a student who withdrew, was terminated or failed to return from an approved leave of absence. If a student fails to return from a Leave of Absence, the Date of Withdrawal is the last day the student attended class before the Leave began. 63 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


Recalculation is based on the percentage of earned aid using the following Federal Return of Title IV funds formula:  Percentage of aid earned = the number of scheduled hours in the payment period completed up to the student’s last date of attendance as per the school’s attendance records, divided by the total clock hours in the payment period.  If this percentage is greater than 60%, the student earns 100% of the disbursed Title IV funds or aid that could have been disbursed.  If this percentage is less than 60%, then the percentage earned is equal to the calculated value.  Funds are returned to the appropriate federal program based on the percent of unearned aid using the following formula: The total Aid to be returned by the school is the lesser of the amount of unearned aid or the amount of unearned charges. If a student earned less aid than was disbursed, the institution would be required to return a portion of the funds and the student may be required to return a portion of the funds. All Title IV funds that the institution must return will be made no later than 45 calendar days after the date the school determines that the student withdrew. When Title IV funds are returned, the student may owe a balance to the institution. REFUND VS. RETURN OF TITLE IV: The requirements for the Title IV, HEA program funds when you withdraw are separate from any School refund, as stated in the school’s refund policy. Therefore, you may still owe funds to the school to cover unpaid institutional charges. The School may also charge you for the balance created by any Title IV, HEA program funds that they were required to return on your behalf. The School Refund Policy is included on the website, in this catalog under Refund Policy and is disclosed to you in the financial documentation you sign during the enrollment process. Return of Title IV questions? If you have questions regarding Return of Title IV, HEA program funds after visiting with your financial aid director, you may call the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4fedaid (800-433-3243). TTY users may call 800-730-8913. Information is also available on student aid on the web www.studentaid.ed.gov.

POST-WITHDRAWAL DISBURSEMENTS: If a student earned more aid than was disbursed to him/her, the institution must send written notification to the student (or parent for PLUS loan funds) to offer a post-withdrawal loan disbursement for any amount not credited to the student’s account. No permission is required to disburse grant funds. The student will be notified no later than 30 calendar days after the date that the school determines that the student withdrew. The institution is required to make a post-withdrawal disbursement within 45 days of the student's date of determination that they withdrew for grants and 180 days of the student’s date of determination that they withdrew for loans. Refunds are allocated in the following order:  Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loan  Subsidized Federal Direct Loan  Federal Parent (PLUS) Loan  Federal Pell Grant  Federal Supplemental Opportunity Grant  Other Title IV assistance  State Tuition Assistance Grants (if applicable)  Private and institutional aid  The student 64 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


FINANCIAL AID WARNING: The school evaluates Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) at the end of each payment period. A student must obtain a 2.0 GPA or higher and must complete the required amount of clock hours to keep pace with the requirements for graduation within the 133% time frame, including a 75% cumulative attendance requirement that each student would have to meet at the end of each payment period. Failure to meet these requirements will result in the student being placed on Financial Aid Warning for one payment period. A student who is put on a Financial Aid Warning can continue to receive Title IV aid for the next payment period after they receive the warning status. The status will be conferred automatically without the student appealing their SAP status. Students will be notified in writing when placed on Financial Aid Warning, which will include what is required to meet SAP at the end of the warning period. Students who regain SAP at the end of the warning period will have regained full eligibility for Title IV financial aid.

APPEAL PROCESS: If the student does not conform to the improvement plan to ensure they are on track to meet the demands of SAP at the end of the Financial Aid Warning period, the student will lose their Title IV, HEA financial aid eligibility and will be placed on Academic Development Status, with a loss of Title IV, HEA funding, with the right to appeal. The student may have the opportunity to have their Title IV, HEA financial aid eligibility reinstated by appealing the Academic Development Status, with a loss of Title IV, HEA funding decision and placed on Financial Aid Probation if the appeal is granted. The student has five (5) days to institute an appeal. The appeal must be given to the School Director, who in turn will meet with the Admissions Director and the Financial Aid Director to make a decision on the appeal. The student must describe any unusual circumstance(s) that the student believes deserve special consideration. The basis on which a student may file an appeal: death of a relative, an injury, or illness of the student or other special circumstance. The student must provide supporting documents and describe in writing any unusual circumstance(s) that the student believes deserve special consideration. The student must provide information as to why he/she did not make SAP and what has changed that will allow them to make SAP by the next evaluation point. Once the School Director receives the appeal, they will evaluate the appeal and provide a decision within ten (10) business days. The School Director will notify the student in writing of the decision and that decision is final.

FINANCIAL AID PROBATION: If the appeal is granted, the student will be placed on Probation and will regain Title IV, HEA eligibility for the next eligible payment period only. The student must be making SAP at the end of the payment period to regain Title IV, HEA funding for the next payment period. Students who regain SAP at the next reporting period will have regained full eligibility for Title IV, HEA funding and will be removed from warning/probation status. Those who are not making SAP at the end of the payment period will become ineligible to receive Title IV funds without the option to appeal.

MAXIMUM TIME FRAME The maximum time (which does not exceed 133% of the course length) allowed for students to complete each course at satisfactory progress is stated below: Program Medical Assistant

Clock Hours 860

Normal Time Frame

Maximum Time Frame

56 Weeks

84 Weeks

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STUDENT STANDARDS AND EXPECTATIONS STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT: The College has adopted a Student Conduct Code to protect the rights of students, faculty, staff and the College itself. This code ensures that Ibero American College learning community is one characterized by mutual respect, civility and good citizenship. Ibero American College students, as members of the academic community, are expected to accept and adhere to these high standards of personal conduct. Students shall: 1. Treat all members of the College community with courtesy, respect and dignity. 2. Comply with directions of College officials (Administration, faculty, Directors) acting in the performance of their duties. 3. Treat the campus itself with respect, including buildings, grounds, supplies and furnishings. 4. Respect the rights and property of other members of the College community. 5. Fulfill their obligations through honest and independent effort and integrity in academic and personal conduct. 6. Accept responsibility for and the consequences of their actions and encourage responsible conduct in others. 7. Respect the prohibition of possession, consumption, distribution and provision of alcohol on campus and the illegal possession, use, distribution and provision of any controlled substances. 8. Abide by all published policies including but not limited to those that appear in the College Catalog and Student Handbook 9. Refrain from any contact with firearms on campus and from tampering with fire safety equipment, Eye-wash machine, AED in College buildings. 10. Have no firearms, weapons or any other item designed to inflict harm or damage on campus. The Student Code of Conduct, as well as the preceding guidelines outlining the adjudication of conduct related offenses, applies to all Ibero American College students. CLASS CONDUCT: Students are expected to conduct themselves on campus and in class so others are not distracted from the pursuit of learning. Discourteous or unseemly conduct may result in a student being asked to leave the classroom. Persistent misconduct on the part of a student is subject to disciplinary action, even expulsion. Some examples of classroom misconduct that will not be tolerated include, but are not limited to the following:       

Disorderly conduct Harassment Verbal abuse Inappropriate touching or unwanted sexual advances towards any person Assault Interference with the educational opportunity of other students Attending class under the influence of alcohol or other drugs

PERSONAL CONDUCT: Students may be disciplined for conduct, which constitutes a hazard to the health, safety, or well-being of members of the college community or which is deemed detrimental to the interests of the college. These sanctions apply whether or not such conduct occurs on campus, off campus, at college-sponsored or noncollege-sponsored events. Disciplinary action may be taken regardless of the existence of any criminal proceedings that may be pending. 66 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


DISMISSAL: RULES AND REGULATIONS AND CONDITIONS: Rules and regulations are meant to create and support a respectful and enlivened learning environment for all students. Students are expected to conduct themselves as responsible adults. Dismissal from a program or the school or probation or other disciplinary action may be taken for the following reasons:  Rowdy, inappropriate or rude interruption of classes or other functions of the school;  Damaging school, faculty or student property or deliberate misuse of equipment or property;  Possession of illegal substances or attending class, internships, externships, Service Learning or other school related events while under the influence of an illegal substance or misuse of prescription medication or the use of alcoholic beverages while on campus or distributing any illegal substance or alcohol to another;  Any physical or verbal abuse of another person or any threat whether real or intended or not, any act of violence or threat of violence or any act of hazing or ridicule while on campus or while engaged in any school related event;  The theft of any kind while on campus or at a school related event or in the parking area of the school;  Any act of cheating or plagiarism or any violation of the Honor Code Agreement;  Any criminal act that results in conviction or any act that is inappropriate, or in violation of the sexual harassment policy or any act that negatively impacts the reputation of the school.  Failure to progress satisfactorily toward graduation or completion.  Other rules and regulations are displayed in student areas in the school and are disseminated in handouts before clinicals or externships.

RE-ADMISSION TO THE INSTITUTION: A student who has been terminated from a program may petition the President in writing for reinstatement. The written request should contain a summary of what led to the expulsion and why the student feels he or she should be readmitted. The Director shall review all requests on a case-by-case basis. Extenuating circumstances will be taken into consideration. However, Ibero American College reserves the right to refuse to readmit any student who does not meet the academic or behavioral standards of the institution. A WARNING MAY BE GIVEN PRIOR TO EXPULSION OR DISMISSAL: Whenever possible, the school will issue a written warning and a personal counseling session regarding the inappropriate or poor conduct of a student before dismissing the student from a program or the school. However, some actions deemed serious by the School Administration may require swift action and dismissal without warning.

ATTENDANCE: The Medical Assistant is competency based, but poor attendance will make it impossible for a student to complete the program. Each course has a weighted measure for attendance. Some require nearly perfect attendant to learn skills taught in each class. Students who attend all or most of the program perform much class and missing class may result in a failure or an inability to successfully demonstrate competency in skills. The school requires students to attend class regularly and in sufficient hours to pass each course, master the didactic education and the skills training necessary to perform as a Medical Assistant in an entry-level position after graduation. Students may be required to make up missed assignments, skills training and pass offs, exams, quizzes and projects. Missed work may be made up in a variety of ways including making sure you get notes from another student or passing off a missed skill or attending tutoring etc. Sometimes an instructor may require a significant effort for you to make up for what you missed – this is not just intended to discourage poor attendance, bit to emphasize how important it is to be in class. Often students who miss one or two classes begin to miss more and more classes as it becomes evident that their capacity to make up the missed assignments, projects, papers, quizzes and exams seems impossible. We call this the Cycle of Poor Attendance Despair. 67 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


You can avoid this by attending every class you can, timely make up the missed work, asking for help if you feel like you can’t keep up, participating in study groups and attending tutoring to keep you on track. If you miss a class for any reason YOU MUST NOTIFY THE SCHOOL IMMEDIATELY OR THE FOLLOWING DAY. Students who miss more than 4 consecutive classes without communicating with the school or instructor may be considered dropped from the program. Students who miss more than 60% of class time will not be allowed to make the time up and will fail all classes he or she failed to attend. This may result in expulsion from the program, or additional fees or tuition and the possibility of having to start the courses all over again. Failure to attend classes may also result in a later graduation date and may require the payment of more fees and tuition. If a student does not attend any classes during the first week, the institution will terminate the student from the program. Attendance for all lecture, laboratory, clinical and externship sessions is required. Courses are normally delivered by the traditional lecture/lab instructor-led method. In some cases, course work can be made up using an alternative method, such as make up work from home, watching pre-recorded lectures, practicing skills in a supervised lab, etc.

ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONAL CHARGES POLICY: Faculty members are paid for each course they teach and are expected to be available to assist students in completing the course. Free tutoring is also available on a regular basis. For students who do not complete a course or pass off skills and so may need additional time with an instructor in order to complete or pass the course, will be charged at the rate of $25 an hour. This must be prepaid prior to scheduling additional instructional time until graduation. Students have up to two weeks after the end of each term to complete all assignments and to pass all quizzes, exams and skills pass offs. Failure to do so may result in a failing grade and a need to pay for and re-take a course. Or a student may opt for an incomplete or “I” which allows them a set amount of time to complete the coursework. The decision is up to the instructor and is only allowed under certain circumstances, such as a death in the family, a serious illness or issues related to sick family members. Ignoring your responsibilities to complete the course is not grounds for an extension or “I”.

APPEARANCE AND PUBLIC REPRESENTATION: A student’s appearance is a reflection of Ibero American College. All programs have a dress code – all students must adhere to the dress code for each program and must wear their issued Student ID badges while on campus. Lost ID badges may be replaced for $15.00. Students must wear only close toed shoes. Hair is worn off the collar. Long hair needs to be pulled back and secured. Beards and mustaches should be neatly trimmed. Jewelry is discouraged, except for a wedding band and plain stud earrings. No other visible body piercing is acceptable. Tattoos should be covered, if possible. Nails must be short and clean with neutral nail polish – avoid fake nails. Perfumes, fragrances, colognes, perfumed deodorant should be minimized if offensive to others. Smokers should make sure their clothes and breath does not smell. Students who appear for class in any other attire besides the assigned dress code will be sent home. Students in the Medical Assistant program must wear scrubs to class.

COPYRIGHT AND P2P FILE SHARING POLICY: COPYRIGHT AND P2P FILE SHARING POLICY: H.R 4137, the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA), is a reauthorization of the Higher Education Act. It includes provisions that are designed to reduce the illegal uploading and downloading of copyrighted works 68 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing. Annual Disclosure: Consistent with our educational principles, we view education as the most important element in combating illegal sharing of copyrighted materials at Ibero American College. We use a wide variety of methods to inform our community about the law and Ibero American College’s response to copyright infringement claims:  In order to use college computing resources, all members of the Ibero American College’s Community endorse the Copyright and Fair Use and Policy information that includes a section on copyright compliance.  All entering students are required to read the Ibero American College Copyright and Fair Use Information and Policy and acknowledge that they have read and understand the policy and will abide by it.  Posters are mounted in student computer labs and elsewhere to discourage illegal file sharing.  Beginning March, the Program Director will send an email to all students regarding illegal distribution of copyrighted materials through Moodle and subsequently every term.  Computing support staff are regularly trained on the College position with respect to copyright issues.  Periodically, all College employees receive email from the President or other officers regarding copyright infringement and related issues. Effectively Combat the Unauthorized Distribution of Copyrighted Material We currently employ bandwidth-shaping technology to prioritize network traffic. We limit the amount of bandwidth available to P2P applications but we do not filter such applications since much of the traffic is legal. Plans for Addressing Copyright Infringement Issues The College will use the following criteria to address copyright infringement issues: Technology based deterrents to downloading illegally will include: The Ibero American College Firewall System has the ability to control P2P network traffic and log requests for access to illegal download sites. Mechanisms for educating the community about appropriate use of copyrighted material will include:  Statements in the Student Course Catalog and on the website.  Yearly emails sent out to all students, tutors, and administrative staff; and information handouts given to new students at orientation. The information in the Handbooks will include a summary description of copyright and copyright infringement, a summary of civil and criminal penalties for copyright infringement, and a description of the institutional penalties the College might exact in the event of copyright infringement using College resources by a student, faculty, or staff member. The yearly emails sent to students, tutors, and administrative staff will also include a link to a web site offering legal alternatives to illegal downloading.  Use of College resources to infringe on copyrighted material will be handled as a disciplinary matter and will penalized by up to and including expulsion in the case of students and up to and including dismissal in the case of employees.  The Campus Director in conjunction with the Director of Distance Education and Program Coordinators will review these policies for effectiveness once per year. The criteria for review will be both process and outcome oriented. Offering Alternatives to Illegal File Sharing -- Legal Sources of Online Content The Higher Education Opportunity Act requires all colleges and universities to offer legal alternatives to unauthorized downloading. A list of legitimate online services that are approved by the AAP, MPAA, and RIAA is available at http://www.educause.edu/focus-areas-and-initiatives/policy-and-security/educause-policy/issues-andpositions/intellectual-property/legal-sources-onli. Note: Some of the sites listed provide some or all c o n t e n t at no charge; they are funded by advertising or represent artists who want their material 69 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


distributed for free, or for other reasons. Just because content is free doesn't mean it's illegal. On the other hand, you may find websites offering to sell content which are not on the list at Educause. Just because content is not free doesn't mean it's legal. DRESS CODE: The dress code instills a sense of professionalism and respect. It also helps the school maintain security for student safety. The dress code is strictly enforced. See each program for details regarding the dress code. UNIFORMS: Specific dress code requirements are listed under Program Descriptions. Students must wear close toed shoes while on premises and during all clinical or externship rotations.

FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA): The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Students to whom the rights have transferred are "eligible students."  Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and review the student's education records maintained by the school. Schools are not required to provide copies of records unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is impossible for parents or eligible students to review the records. Schools may charge a fee for copies. Upon written request, a student may inspect and review those educational records maintained by the College for that student. Upon receipt of a written request, the office holding the requested records must make them available to the student within 30 days. Typically, student records must be reviewed in the office housing that set of records. Email jruiz@ibero.edu to request a review of student records.  Parents or eligible students have the right to request that a school correct records which they believe to be inaccurate or misleading. If the school decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student then has the right to a formal hearing. After the hearing, if the school still decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student has the right to place a statement with the record setting forth his or her view about the contested information.  Generally, schools must have written permission from the parent or eligible student in order to release any information from a student's education record. However, FERPA allows schools to disclose those records, without consent, to the following parties or under the following conditions (34 CFR § 99.31): o School officials with legitimate educational interest; o Other schools to which a student is transferring; o Specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes; o Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student; o Organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the school; o Accrediting organizations; o To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena; o Appropriate officials in cases of health and safety emergencies; and o State and local authorities, within a juvenile justice system, pursuant to specific State law. Ibero American College may disclose, without consent, "directory" information such as a student's name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, honors and awards, and dates of attendance. However, Ibero American College must tell parents and eligible students about directory information and allow parents and eligible students a reasonable amount of time to request that the school not disclose directory information about them. For more information about FERPA and your rights, you may contact the organization below:

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FERPA Contact Information: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Ave., S.W. Washington, DC, 2022-4605 Phone: 202-2603887 Email: ferpa@ed.gov (schools only) Web: www.ed.gov/offices/OM/fpco

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS: All programs are offered in English only. For students who speak English as a second language, it is important that you are proficient in both oral and written English. Otherwise the course work will be too difficult to manage. For information about English Language Courses you may contact: English Skills Department (801) 759.5164 X 107

Plagiarism: Intentional plagiarism is the deliberate act of using the words, ideas, data, written communication, published and non-published work belonging to another without providing proper attribution to the original author through quotation, reference, or footnote. Inadvertent plagiarism involves the inappropriate, but non-deliberate, use of another’s words, ideas, data, written communication, published and non-published work without proper attribution. Although it is not a violation of the Student Code of Honor, it is a serious issues and a form of academic dishonesty that may result in imposed sanctions including: failing a quiz, exam or assignment, a reduction in grade, dismissal from the course or a requirement for resubmission of work or the requirement to submit additional work. The decision for how to deal with intentional and unintentional plagiarism lies with the instructor. It is the students responsibility to guard against plagiarism. If a student is in doubt, he or she is advised to seek advice and instruction from the instructor or the onsite Program Coordinator. Various Forms of Plagiarism: There are a variety of types and degrees of plagiarism but none of them are acceptable at Ibero American College. With the easy access to the internet and a seemingly endless information and data it can be inviting to cut and paste and use the words of others. Don’t. Unless an instructor specifies otherwise, the following definitions of plagiarism apply to all work submitted in every course. Minor plagiarism is defined as doing any of the following without attribution:  Cutting and pasting or inserting exact sentences or phrases or the use of 2-3 distinctive words taken from another.  Substituting synonyms or other words into the original sentence in an effort to ‘change’ the sentence rather than rewriting the complete sentence using your own thoughts and words.  Reordering words in a sentence or moving them around.  Imitating the sentence or writing style of someone else, “writing over” but using someone else’s ideas, train of thought, logic or ideas. Substantial plagiarism is defined as doing any of the following without attribution:  Cutting and pasting exact sentences or ideas verbatim from another source and including it in an assignment without attribution.  Combining paraphrasing with verbatim sentences to create sentences or paragraphs. Mixing your ideas 71 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


with other’s ideas in a single sentence or paragraph or just changing the words a bit.  Repeatedly engaging in minimal plagiarism. Complete plagiarism is defined as doing any of the following without attribution:  Submitting or presenting someone's complete published or unpublished work (paper, article, or chapter) from a published work or from the internet and passing it off as your own work. This means cutting and pasting or paraphrasing in whole or in part, the words, ideas and data belonging to another. A deliberate attempt to ‘hide’ the use of other’s work and passing it off as your own.  Submitting another student's work for an assignment, with or without that person's knowledge or consent. Students who collaborate on an assignment and submit each other’s work is committing plagiarism. Unless you are allowed to collaborate by the instructor, each student must submit his or her own work. Purchasing or downloading a term paper from a web site or using a paper prepared by another person for submission in a different course or school.  Buying a term paper from a mail order company or web site. Reusing or modifying a previously submitted paper (e.g., from another course) for a present assignment without obtaining prior approval from the instructors involved. There Are Serious Consequences for Plagiarizing the Work of Others: Plagiarism may occur intentionally or unintentionally, but intent is not a factor in determining whether plagiarism has occurred or what consequences apply (e.g., Student Judicial Affairs, UCD, 1999). An analogy is the licensed driver who is responsible for knowing and abiding by the rules of the road. Ignorance does not excuse the driver if a law is broken. Likewise, a writer is responsible for knowing and using the rules for being accurate and honest in his or her writing. Pleading ignorance of the rules does not prevent the consequences from being applied. Ibero American College includes the Plagiarism Policy in the Course Catalog and it is discussed and taught in each course. Most syllabi have a prohibition about Academic Honesty in submitting one’s own work. Typically the first offense of minor plagiarism is used as a learning opportunity. The student is advised about the offense and the student may only be asked to resubmit the assignment without the plagiarized parts. A student who continues to violate minimal plagiarism descriptions on a routine basis may be found guilty of deliberate and substantial plagiarism. Student who are guilty of substantial or continual violations of the plagiarism policy may be disciplined by: 1. The student may be required to resubmit the assignment 2. The student may receive a failing grade on the assignment 3. The student may receive a failing grade in the course 4. The student may be dismissed from the program Punishment is progressive – but is at the discretion of the instructor and program coordinator. SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY: The policy of Ibero American College is that all students and instructors will and can work in an environment free from sexual harassment. The instructors will actively investigate all allegations of sexual harassment, and if it is determined that sexual harassment has occurred, the instructor/school administration will take appropriate disciplinary action, which may include the discharge of the student. A student discharged for sexual harassment will be withdrawn from the course or program and will hereby forfeit all tuition and fees. Sexual Harassment is defined as: unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct or contact of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when this conduct explicitly or implicitly affects a student’s/instructor’s school/work environment, unreasonably interferes with a student’s/instructor’s ability to learn/teach, or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive learning/work 72 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


environment. Activities of this nature distract the student/instructor from learning/teaching and serve no useful purpose in the classroom. Therefore, sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or verbal, or physical conduct that has sexual connotations will not be tolerated. Student Responsibility: Any Student who believes that he or she is being sexually harassed by anyone in the classroom should promptly take the following steps: 1. Politely but firmly confront whoever is doing the harassing. State how you feel about his or her actions and request that the person cease harassing you immediately. 2. If the harassment continues or if you believe that some consequence may result from your confrontation, go to the instructor immediately. You can do this verbally or in writing. 3. If any student feels that they have been sexually harassed by any instructor or staff member, they may file a formal written complaint to the program director. 4. If after a reasonable length of time you believe inadequate action is being taken to resolve your complaint, go directly to the instructor again so that the perpetrator can be contacted again and termination discussed. A student withdrawn from Ibero American College will not be recommended for any type of license or certification and will not be entitled to any refund of tuition or fees. Instructor Responsibility: Every instructor is responsible for ensuring that no sexual harassment occurs within his or her area of authority. 1. Any complaint of sexual harassment should receive immediate attention of the Instructor, and report it to the President or the director of Ibero American. 2. If the investigation reveals that the complaint is valid, prompt disciplinary action designed to stop the harassment will immediately be taken to prevent its recurrence. Investigation of a complaint of sexual harassment normally will include conferring with the parties and witnesses named by the complaining parties. Because of the sensitive nature, complaints of sexual harassment shall remain confidential. 3. In no event will information concerning a complaint of sexual harassment be released to any third party or anyone not involved with the investigation. More specifically, information will not be released to an affected member’s family, the news/media, or any so called well-wisher. This sexual harassment policy does not imply the assumption of legal responsibility for actions that occur outside the school environment. Human relationships are complicated and prone to emotional entanglements. Ibero American College encourages students to engage in appropriate, non-sexual contact and content while engaged in school activities, attending classes or performing clinical practicum. STUDENT GRIEVANCE POLICY: Most grievances or complaints can be handled swiftly and easily. Ibero American College encourages students to resolve their own conflicts with the specific person as much as possible. Good conflict resolution and conflict management skills are necessary for success in most careers, but particularly in health care. However, students who feel the issue is serious or they feel they have been treated unfairly may file a grievance. The grievance system provides a means for students to present problems or complaints about their experience to the Administration in a neutral and orderly way to facilitate decisions and promote good student/school relations. A separate file will be kept of all grievances including the action taken and will be kept in accordance with state and federal laws governing them. The grievance may concern any school related issue or may be in regard to:  Attendance or grading issues – Dismissal, Refund Policies, etc.  The interpretation of policies and procedures  Failure to receive a Completion Certificate  Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, sexual orientation and against beneficiaries on the basis of either their citizenship/status as a lawfully 73 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States or participation in any WIA Title I – financially assisted program or activity. All complaints should be in writing (if you need assistance a representative of Ibero American College will offer assistance free of charge) and should include the nature of your complaint, the details of the circumstances under which the grievance occurred, your name and contact information. Please send or deliver your complaint to the Enrollment Director in the school office. 1. The Enrollment Director shall review the grievance and confer with the complainant within three (3) business days after receipt to indicate what action will be taken. The Enrollment Director shall have fifteen (15) days after receipt of the complaint to resolve it. 2. If the grievance has not been resolved at that point, the Enrollment Director shall notify the student that the grievance is being forwarded to the Administrator of the school who shall have an additional ten (10) days in which to resolve the grievance. 3. If the outcome of the review is not satisfactory to the student, the student may contact the following organizations and agencies for assistance. The Utah Division of Consumer Protection 160 East 300 South Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-6704 Telephone: 801.530.660

Office for Civil Rights 200 Independence Avenue S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201 Telephone: 877.696.6775 OR 202.619.0257

STUDENT SERVICES AND ACADEMIC ADVISING Students may seek academic counseling and advising by scheduling an appointment through student services. We encourage all students to seek counseling prior to dropping from a course or from a program or if a student falls behind academically. ADVISING and PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT: Students who ask for help or students perceived as needing help with personal, emotional or psychological help are encouraged to contact the following organizations:      

Housing: The Road Home 801.359.4142 or Housing Authority of Utah 801.487.2161 Violence: Domestic Violence Information 800.897.5465 Sexual Assault: Rape Recovery Center Hotline 801.467.7273 Substance Abuse: Salt Lake County Substance Abuse Hotline 801.468.2009 Food Insecurity: Utahns Against Hunger 801.328.2561 Suicidal Thoughts: Suicide Prevention Hotline 801.483.5444

ORIENTATION: Students enrolled in the school attend an orientation prior to the first day of classes. This orientation includes rules associated with the campus (parking, dress code, school tour, drug policy, weapons policy, evacuation plan, Bloodborne pathogen and infection control plan, attendance requirements), etc. and orientation to the use of the LMS system Moodle. It also reviews study tips, ways to manage college requirements and demands, how to access resources to help students stay in school and graduate and a description of programs and support services for students. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (Career Builders): For graduates seeking employment, our professional development workshop (Job Club) provides information about writing an effective cover letter and resume, job sources techniques and interviewing tips. Programs include components of professional development for the workplace to help students obtain gainful employment upon graduation. PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE AND CAREER COUNSELING: Ibero American College does not guarantee employment and cannot guarantee a student a job or any specific wage, but we are committed to providing students with 74 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


placement assistance including helping students write a cover letter and resume, access to job listings, and interviewing techniques. Job Club, a professional development workshop that assists with resume and cover letter writing, interviewing techniques, how to find a job, etc. PERSONAL REFERRAL SERVICES are offered to all graduates. SERVICE LEARNING AND VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES Actively participating in service learning and volunteer activities is a great way to meet and network with organizations who hire students. EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES: Ibero American is a collaborative learning environment that encourages spontaneous adventures, and exploits learning opportunities available to students in the community including films, lectures, informal and formal study groups, Service Learning and volunteer opportunities, workshops, seminars, ‘tag-a-longs” with health professionals etc. It is our intention to foster an environment that entices students to participate in increasing their knowledge, mastering new skills and creating social and professional networks that enable students to find a job. HANDICAP ACCESS: Ibero American College is sensitive to the needs of people with handicaps or disabilities and ensures that all students have access to classrooms, labs, break rooms, bathrooms and handicap parking stalls. A student with disabilities may receive additional accommodations if applicable so long as the accommodations are not of such a nature as to preclude the student from gaining employment in the field. Students who cannot successfully navigate the didactic and skills learning environment may not be able to complete the program due to the fact that this may impact on employment. TUTORING: Ibero American College offers free tutoring to all enrolled students. Please check with Student Services for current dates and times. Tutoring hours may change without notice. Additionally, instructors are available by appointment to assist students with questions or who are falling behind. Students who request remedial attention must be current on all homework assignments, tests, and must have accessed. STUDY GROUPS AND CAR POOLS: Ibero American College encourages and assists with students participating in car pools and study groups. GUEST SPEAKERS AND EVENTS – Check out announcements in Moodle, and on bulletin boards, etc. DISCOUNTED BUS AND TRAX PASSES - we have discounted bus and Trax passes available for enrolled students. See Student Services for more information. COMPUTER LAB – full computer lab is available for student use and WIFI is available everywhere on campus VOTER REGISTRATION: Each September Ibero American College participates in a Voter Registration clinic on or around Constitution Day on September 17. TRANSPORTATION: Students are expected to have reliable transportation to and from class and clinical portions of training. Any off-campus activity organized by the school that requires transportation outside of the area will be arranged and provided by the school; exceptions include participation on off-campus workshops or clinical rotations. TRANSCRIPTS: Students are provided with an unofficial transcript when they complete the program and can order as many unofficial or official transcripts as are needed. Transcript orders may be placed online at http://www.coleholland.edu/student-resources/request-an-official-transcript/ or you may call the school. The cost for each transcript after the first unofficial one provided when the student completes the program is $5.00. Please be aware it takes 10 business days for a transcript to be generated. Students who need a transcript before ten business days may expedite the order – but this costs an additional $10. ALCOHOL AND DRUG PREVENTION POLICY: The school has a zero tolerance policy regarding alcohol or illegal drug use on campus and will strictly enforce this policy. Anyone violating this policy will be removed from school properly and disciplinary action will be taken. No one is allowed to arrive to school intoxicated at any time. The Institution has created a Drug Free Policy and has a Drug and Alcohol Prevention program available to students. 75 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


This information is distributed to students upon enrollment as part of the Student Information and Consumer Disclosures. The information is also found in the Student Center’s Policy Manual and on our website http://www.ibero.edu/student-resources/alcohol-drug-use-prevention-policy/ Our Drug and Alcohol Prevention Handbook, available online and handed out at enrollment, must be reviewed by the student and faculty each year. Ibero American College is concerned for the well-being of all members of its academic community and for the quality of their relationships. One area of that concern involves the use of alcohol and other drugs. The College does not condone the use of alcohol when prohibited by law. On the contrary, it seeks to foster an atmosphere in which abstinence from alcohol is accepted, respected, and supported. The College also expects individuals and groups of legal age to make responsible choices with regard to alcohol use. The College takes the position that chemical abuse is neither socially nor morally acceptable. It also recognizes the reality of chemical dependency and is aware of its presence in the academic community. We are obliged to help those who could be harmed or inconvenienced as a result of the irresponsible behavior of others. As a part of encouraging responsible lifestyles, Ibero American will strive to provide education about alcohol and other drug use, to encourage responsible choices, and to intervene in situations where it has knowledge of misuse and abuse of chemicals. The College will encourage and provide reasonable help for members of the community who seek treatment for chemical dependency. The College expresses the following objectives with regard to alcohol and other drugs: 1. To support and encourage those who choose to abstain from the use of alcohol and other drugs. 2. To undertake to educate members of the College community regarding the effects of use, misuse, and abuse of alcohol and other drugs. 3. To formulate and maintain guidelines for appropriate response to the misuse and abuse of alcohol and other drugs. 4. To expect individuals who use alcohol to make responsible choices and respect the rights, needs, and lifestyles of other members of the community. 5. To provide direct assistance and/or referral for those with substance-abuse problems. Each member of the community is encouraged to support the objectives of this policy. Statement of Rules Any violation of the following rules shall be considered an offense subject to disciplinary action by the appropriate authorities. The College reserves the right to request assistance from law enforcement officials where State or local laws are being violated. 1. Utah law and College policy prohibit the possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages by persons under the age of 21. Providing alcohol to a minor, or assisting a minor in any way in obtaining alcohol, is specifically included as inappropriate behavior and is also a violation of State law. 2. Possession, use, sale, or solicitation of illegal substances is prohibited. 3. Possession of drug paraphernalia is prohibited. 4. State and local laws prohibit the purchase and resale of alcoholic beverages without a license. College policy prohibits the sale of alcoholic beverages on campus. 5. Promotion on campus (including, but not limited to, circulars, posters, and campus publications) of consumption of alcohol, or of events where drinking is the primary focus, is prohibited. 6. Alcohol advertisements are prohibited in student media publications and broadcasts. 7. Consuming or possessing alcohol in an open container in any public campus location is not permitted. Being on campus while intoxicated is prohibited. 8. Driving under the influence is prohibited. 9. Transportation of alcoholic beverages to and from campus is prohibited. 10. No college funds may be expended for the purchase of alcohol. 76 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


11. Controlled Substances: Possession, use, sale, distribution, or solicitation of restricted or illegal substances is prohibited. The use, possession, sale, or distribution—or assistance in any way to anyone so involved—of any illegal and/or dangerous drugs, narcotics, or acids is strictly prohibited on the campus and in the residence halls. Prohibited substances will be confiscated and disposed of by College staff members in cooperation with local law enforcement officials and the offender subject to disciplinary action by both the College and civil authorities. Ibero American College has adopted and implemented a program, consistent with Federal Guidelines, to prevent the illicit use of drugs and the abuse of alcohol by students and employees. The program, mandated by the "Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989" (Public Law 010226, an amendment to Title XII of the Higher Education Act of 1965), requires that the following information be distributed annually to each student and employee. A. Standards of Conduct: Ibero American College prohibits the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of drugs and alcohol by students and employees on its property or as any part of its officially sponsored activities. Standards relating to this prohibition are further defined in the College’s Alcohol/Drug Policy, which is printed annually in the Ibero American College Student Handbook and the Faculty Handbook. B. Applicable Laws: A number of federal, state, and local laws deal with unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol. 1. Drinking Age Violations  Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor  Underage Possession  Underage Consumption  Underage Purchasing  Giving to or Procuring for a Minor  Minor Entering Licensed Establishment  Misrepresentation of Age 2. Regulation of Sales Offenses  Unlicensed Sale of Alcohol  Selling to a Minor  Inducing a Minor to Buy 3. Open Container Violations  Possession on Public Property  Consumption on Public Property 4. Traffic-Related Offenses  DWI (DUI) Gross Misdemeanor DWI  Open-Bottle, Possession  Open-Bottle, Allowing  Suspension of Driver’s License for Underage Purchasing  Driving after Consuming Alcohol, Underage ("Not a Drop Law") 5. Illicit Drug Violations  Sale or Possession of Controlled Substances (1st–5th Degree, to include cocaine, narcotics, hallucinogens, and larger amounts of marijuana; see also Federal  Trafficking Penalties, below)  Possession of Drug Paraphernalia  Manufacture or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia  Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia to a Minor  Possession, or Sale of Small Amounts of, Marijuana  Knowledge of Possession  Conspiracies 77 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


 Simulated Controlled Substances 6. Controlled Substances Violations (Federal)  Trafficking in Controlled Substances(1st–5th Degree; 21 U.S. Code 811)  Trafficking in Marijuana (21 U.S. Code 811)  Illegal Possession of a Controlled Substance (21 U.S. Code 844a)  Forfeiture of Personal and Real Property Used to Possess or Facilitate Possession (21 U.S. Code 853a2 and 881a7)  Forfeiture of Vehicles or Other Conveyances Used to Transport or Conceal (21 U.S. Code 881a4)  Denial of Federal Benefits, including Student Loans, Contracts, and Licenses (21 U.S. Code 853a)  Ineligibility to Receive or Purchase Firearm (18 U.S. Code 922g)  Revocation of Federal Licenses and Benefits (miscellaneous U.S. Codes) C. Health Risks: Several health problems and risks are associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol. o Effects of drinking too much at one time may include increased heart rate and skin temperature, loss of muscle control, and hangover symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, and headache. o Alcohol abuse can also result in damage to brain cells, mental illness and personality disorders, as well as causing birth defects or other abnormalities in the unborn. o Long-term heavy drinking can damage the heart muscle, increase the risk of heart disease, and lead to heart failure and alcoholism. It can also inflame vital tissue; increase the risk of ulcers and cancers of the liver, mouth, throat, and stomach; cause degeneration of bone and muscle; and result in blackouts and memory loss. o The cumulative effects of alcoholism may include all of the above disorders or risks, particularly cirrhosis and cancer of the liver, alcoholic hepatitis, enlarged heart, congestive heart failure, ulcers and gastritis, and brain damage, as well as "DTs"/disorientation, shaking, memory impairment, and hallucinations resulting from the alcohol withdrawal. o Long-term drug abuse can lead to organic damage, mental illness, hallucinations, and malnutrition and can increase the risk of AIDS, hepatitis, and other infectious diseases if drugs are injected.

D. Community Resources: The following drug and alcohol counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation programs, located in the Salt Lake area and Utah. Substance Abuse and Prevention Resources and Help 

Locate prevention experts and programs in each county in Utah. Provided by the Utah Department of Health. http://dsamh.utah.gov/prevention/#box1 Other Community Resources  National Alliance on Mental Health Illness Utah (NAMI) http://namiut.org/  Utah Support Advocates for Recovery Awareness (USARA) http://myusara.com/  Utah State Hospital http://www.ush.utah.gov/  Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) http://www.samhsa.gov/ Initiatives  Access to Recovery (ATR) http://hsemployee.utah.gov/dsamh/atr/  Recovery Plus http://recoveryplus.utah.gov/  Utah Suicide Prevention Coalition http://utahsuicideprevention.org/ Treatment Programs and Resources  Utah Coalition Against Drug Abuse http://drugabuse.com/usa/drug-abuse/utah/  Substance Abuse and Mental Health Resources http://dsamh.utah.gov/  Prevention in Your Neighborhood http://dsamh.utah.gov/prevention/

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 Communities that Care http://www.communitiesthatcare.net/  Tobacco Free Utah http://www.tobaccofreeutah.org/  USARA Utah’s Recovery Community Center http://myusara.com/about-us/recovery-communitycenter  University of Utah Health Care – University of Neuropsychiatric Institute – Recovery Works Outpatient

Program http://healthcare.utah.edu/uni/chemicaldependency/recovery_works.html  Catholic Community Services Treatment Services http://www.ccsutah.org/programs/treatmentservices  Intermountain

LDS Hospital Detoxification and Day Treatment Program http://intermountainhealthcare.org/hospitals/lds/services/behavioral/dayspring/Pages/programs.aspx

E. Institutional Sanctions: Ibero American College will impose sanctions for violations of its alcohol and drug policies that are educational in nature and that are dependent on the frequency and severity of the incident and on the impact on the College community. Those sanctions include, but are not limited to, referral for assessment, referral for counseling and/or treatment, and expulsion or termination of programs, involuntary Leave of Absence. The responsible parties may also be referred to civil authorities for violations of College regulations that are also of civil or criminal nature. The College conducts biennial reviews of its program to: a) determine its effectiveness and implement changes if they are needed, and b) ensure that the sanctions described above are consistently enforced. Those reviews will include use of objective measures that track the levels of alcohol and other drug use, which may consist of such studies as the number of sanctions, the number of referrals for counseling or treatment, instances of drug and alcohol-related vandalism, as well as surveys of student, faculty, and employee perceptions on campus drug and alcohol use problems.

Medical Amnesty Policy: The College is very concerned about both the physical and emotional wellbeing of all students. The College also recognizes that there may be alcohol or other drug-related medical or safety emergencies in which the potential for disciplinary action could act as a deterrent to students who want to seek assistance for themselves or others. The Medical Amnesty Policy is designed to enable dangerously intoxicated or impaired Ibero American College’s students to receive the professional medical treatment they need. When one or more students aid an intoxicated or impaired Ibero American College student by contacting Campus Safety, or other appropriate College staff for assistance, neither the impaired individual nor the student(s) reporting the emergency will be subject to formal disciplinary action for the consumption or possession of alcohol or other drugs. The policy is thus invoked by taking action to notify College staff regarding a student in need of assistance. In rare circumstances, such as cases where other, more serious, violations occur, students may be subject to the student conduct process. Examples of this include, but are not limited to, physical abuse, verbal or physical harassment, disorderly conduct or major property damage or driving while intoxicated or transporting other students or staff while intoxicated. The medical amnesty policy does not preclude the college from referring involved students to participate in an alcohol rehabilitation program. The College encourages students to develop healthy habits and attitudes toward the use of alcohol. Abstinence is always an appropriate option; moderation is acceptable if it does not violate either College policies or the law. The use of any illegal drug will not be tolerated, nor will the consumption of alcohol by underage students. Participation in off-campus activities is a revocable privilege. Students and their staff/faculty advisers should be aware of College policies and federal, state, and local or foreign laws related to alcohol and other drug use. For students participating in credit-bearing academic courses which occur off-campus such as externships should be aware that the use of drugs or alcohol while participating in an externship or to participate in an externship while intoxicated may result in termination of the externship and/or dismissal from the program or externship.

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CONSTITUTION DAY AND VOTING REGISTRATION: Each September 17th we celebrate Constitution Day – an opportunity to increase student knowledge about our nation, our constitution and the benefits of living in a working democracy. Ibero American College strongly encourages students to register to vote. Students may register to vote at the school on Constitution Day (unless it is a Sat. or Sun. and then it is postponed until a weekday). Students also may register to vote at www.rockthevote.com, or www.longdistancevoter.com or https://secure.utah.gov/voterreg/index.html .

CAMPUS OPERATIONAL POLICIES Anti-Discrimination Policy and Title IX and VI of the Civil Rights Act: All educational institutions receiving federal financial assistance are required to comply with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, whereby institutions do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, or national origin in the educational programs or activities that they operate. The Institution is subject to these requirements and complies fully. The Administrator is the coordinator at the Institution. All students, faculty, and administrative employees should refer any complaints of discrimination in writing to the coordinator’s attention. Ibero American College takes their anti-discrimination policy seriously. There is no place in health care for personal biases that disenfranchise other people. Ibero American College’s classes, instruction and services are offered on a non-discriminatory basis. Ibero American College, in accordance with applicable federal and state law prohibits discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender/sex, physical or mental disability, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or status as a covered veteran.

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION ACT: The Institution is an equal opportunity employer covered by Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973 concerning non-discrimination under federal grants: Section 504. No otherwise qualified handicapped individual in the United States, as defined in Section 7(6) shall, solely by reason of his handicap, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. The Campus Administrator is the Institution’s Equal Employment Opportunity Administrator. The Equal Employment Opportunity Administrator is responsible for ensuring that all applicants for admission are afforded equal opportunity in accordance with our EEO policy as well as supervising periodic reviews of our physical facilities and current policies, practices, and educational programs. In addition, the administrator is responsible for reviewing all complaints that allege discrimination of any kind.

CAMPUS SECURITY: Security on campus is handled by Student Services. The personnel of this department are empowered to enforce Ibero American College’s health and safety regulations, to investigate incidents, and to apprehend those who violate these regulations or commit crimes on campus. Criminal violators who are apprehended will be turned over to the local police precinct for arrest processing. When necessary, Ibero American College will press charges against the criminal violators. The school prepares its Campus Security policy and crime statistics to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). This report is prepared in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies. Nothing in the law shall be construed to permit a school to retaliate, intimidate, threaten, coerce, or otherwise discriminate against any individual with respect to the implementation of the Clery Act. Ibero American College attempts to provide students and employees with a safe and secure environment in 80 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


which to study and work. The school is open during posted hours. School facilities are secured during times the school is not open. The school has no residence halls. Maintenance staff have keys for the school, offices and classrooms but their access is limited to hours when the school is not open. Do not leave any personal belongings in the school overnight. Overnight parking is prohibited.

PERSONAL SAFETY: While the school attempts to provide a safe and secure environment, students, faculty, staff and campus visitors are ultimately responsible for their own safety. Safety is enhanced when students and employees take precautions such as:  Report all suspicious activity to school personnel as soon as possible.  Never take personal safety for granted.  Avoid walking alone at night. Travel with a friend or companion.  Avoid parking or walking in secluded or dimly lit areas.  Avoid the use of alcohol and illegal drugs on campus and report any alcohol or drug use.  Carry only small amounts of cash.  Never leave valuables (wallets, purses, books, computers, etc.) unattended or left in your car.  Carry your keys with you at all times and don't lend them to anyone.  Lock your car doors and close the windows when leaving your car.  Never leave valuables in your car especially if they are easily noticeable.  Inventory your personal property and make records of the serial numbers of all items of value.  Wear your school uniform and ID badge while on campus.  Do not prop open outside doors – keep the building secure after hours. As the school becomes aware of relevant programs that address responsible practices and procedures that enhance personal safety, such information will be provided to the student.

CRIME STATISTICS AND SAFETY ON CAMPUS: The institution does not assume any liability for damaged or stolen property while on campus or in the parking lot or garage. Students, faculty and staff are asked to keep their personal property in their possession and under their control at all times. The institution encourages all visitors to campus to leave behind expensive jewelry, electronics, or money. The institution has a zero tolerance for theft. Any student, faculty member or staff member who steals property, equipment, supplies or any personal or school property may be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. Video cameras and recordings may be used in the criminal or civil prosecution of anyone caught stealing. Crime Statistics for our School for the Past Three Years The following criminal offenses occurred during the calendar years listed. CRIMINAL OFFENSES

2013

2014

2015

Location * C=campus N=non-campus

Murder:/Non-negligent manslaughter: willful killing of one human being by another

0

0

0

NA

Negligent manslaughter: The killing of another person through gross negligence

0

0

0

NA

Forcible sex offenses (including forcible rape) Forcible is defined as any sexual act directed against another person, forcibly and/or against that person’s will; or not forcibly or against the person’s will where the victim is incapable of

0

0

0

NA

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giving consent. Forcible Rape is the carnal knowledge of a person forcibly and/or against that person’s will; or not forcibly or against the person’s will where the victim is incapable of giving consent because of his/her temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity (or because of his/her youth) `Non-forcible sex offenses: forcible sexual intercourse

Unlawful non-

0

0

0

NA

Robbery: the taking or attempting to take anything of value from the care, custody or control of a person or persons by force or threat of force or violence and/or by putting the victim in fear.

0

0

1

C

Aggravated assault: the unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe or aggravated bodily injury. This type of assault is usually accompanied by the use of a weapon or by means likely to produce death or great bodily harm

0

0

0

NA

CRIMINAL OFFENSES

2013

2014

2015

Location * C=campus N=noncampus

Burglary: unlawful entry of a structure to commit a felony or theft.

0

0

0

NA

Motor vehicle theft: theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle.

0

0

0

NA

Arson: The willful or malicious burning or attempt to burn, with or without intent to defraud, a dwelling house, public building, motor vehicle or aircraft, personal property of another.

0

0

0

NA

2013

2014

2015

Referred for campus disciplinary action (Y or N)

Liquor law violations

1

0

0

Y

Drug law violations

0

0

0

NA

Illegal weapons possession violations

0

0

0

NA

VIOLATIONS

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HATE CRIMES: A hate crime is a criminal offense committed against a person or property which is motivated, in whole or in part, by the offender’s bias. Bias is a performed negative opinion or attitude toward a group of persons based on their race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity/national origin. The school reports all hate crime statistics separately for the categories of criminal offenses listed in the chart above. Additionally, hate crimes statistics are also reported separately for the following offenses:  Larceny-theft: is the unlawful taking, carrying, leading, or riding away of property from the possession or constructive possession of another. Constructive possession is the condition in which a person does not have physical custody or possession but is in a position to exercise dominion or control over a thing.  Simple Assault: is an unlawful physical attack by one person upon another where neither the offender displays a weapon, nor the victim suffers obvious severe or aggravated bodily injury involving apparent broken bones, loss of teeth, possible internal injury, severe laceration, or loss of consciousness.  Intimidation: is to unlawfully place another person in reasonable fear of bodily harm through the use of threatening words and/or other conduct, but without displaying a weapon or subjecting the victim to actual physical attack.  Destructive/Damage/Vandalism of Property: Is to willfully or maliciously destroy, damage, deface or otherwise injury real or personal property without the consent of the owner or the person having custody or control of it. There were no reported hate crimes for the years 2011, 2012, or 2013. The school is required, in a manner that is timely and will aid in the prevention of similar crimes, report to the campus community on the following crimes:  Criminal homicide o Murder and non-negligent manslaughter o Negligent manslaughter  Sex Offenses – forcible and non- forcible Robbery  Aggravated assault  Burglary  Motor Vehicle theft  Arson  Arrests for liquor law violations, drug law violations and illegal weapons possession o Include persons who were referred for disciplinary action. 

Hate crimes – evidence that shows the victim was intentionally selected because of the victim’s actual or perceived race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability Crimes reported to campus security or local police agencies and considered by the school to represent a threat to students and employees School NOT required to provide a timely warning with respect to crimes reported to a professional counselor If there is an immediate threat to the health or safety of students or employees occurring on campus, the school must follow its emergency notification procedures.

REPORTING A CRIME: If a student or employee is aware that a crime has been, or is being, committed on school property or at a school sponsored or recognized event off-campus during the hours that the school is open, the crime should be reported as soon as possible to the Student Services’ Office. The Student Service’s Office is down the hall past the main office just before the women’s bathrooms. Other emergencies should also be reported to the Student Services Office. If the crime has been committed when the school is closed, it should be reported to the Student Services Office as soon as possible after school is open. In addition to reporting the crime to the Student Services Office, the crime should be reported to local law enforcement authorities. The local Police Department may be reached by dialing 911. 83 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


School Personnel have authority to determine whether individuals have lawful business at the school and may request identification to make that determination. In addition, they have the authority to ensure that school policies, such as break time and building access, are followed. The school works with local law enforcement agencies and refers criminal incidents to the local police department having jurisdiction over such matters. The Campus Director will work with local law enforcement, as appropriate, when a crime is reported. Crimes reported to the Student Services’ Office are included in the annual campus crime statistics. In addition, the school requests from the local Police Department crime information not reported to the Student Services Office that is appropriate for inclusion in the annual campus crime statistics. Further, if circumstances warrant, the school community will be notified if an on-going threat is posed related to a reported crime. If you are the victim of a crime and do not want to pursue action through the school or the criminal justice system, you may still consider making a confidential report. The purpose of a confidential report is to comply with your wish to keep the matter confidential, while taking steps to ensure the future safety of yourself and others. Reports filed in this manner are included in the annual crime statistics for the school. The school does not tolerate violence or other threatening conduct against any members of the school community. This includes criminal acts against persons or property, as well as harassment based on sex, race, ethnicity, or disability. The school will impose strict disciplinary actions and appropriately involve law enforcement officials should any acts of violence or threatening conduct occur on school facilities or at schoolsponsored events. This includes acts of violence against women. School representatives must inform persons they are working with of the procedures to report crimes on a voluntary, confidential basis for inclusion in the annual disclosure of crime statistics.

SEXUAL ASSAULT AND RELATED CRIMES: In the event of a sexual assault or domestic violence, please be aware of the following:  preserve any evidence of the assault (do not drink, bathe, change clothing, or comb hair, as this may destroy evidence that may be needed to prosecute the offender)  go to a place where it is safe from further attack and notify the police  obtain immediate medical attention  seek professional counseling If requested by the student who is the victim of a sexual assault, the school will assist the student in notifying law enforcement. In addition, the school Campus Director’s Office will provide information on off-campus agencies that provide services to victims of a sex offense. The school encourages students and employees to take advantage of the materials and programs that promote awareness of rape, acquaintance rape, and other forcible and non-forcible sex offenses available through the school and/or local community agencies. Information about such materials and programs is available from the Student Services desk. The Externship Coordinator/Tutor is available to help with any of these resources and referrals to agencies that can help. In addition to any criminal sanctions, the school will impose appropriate disciplinary sanctions if the offender is a student or employee of the school. The school Campus Director’s Office should be contacted should one wish to file a complaint. Also, note that, in cases of sexual assault complaints:  both the accuser and the accused are entitled to the same opportunities to have others present during the disciplinary hearing and  both the accuser and the accused shall be informed of the outcome of any disciplinary proceeding based on an allegation of sexual assault. The school will work with the victim, should it be requested, in making such changes as can reasonably be accommodated relative to the student’s academic situation. As part of Orientation, the school provides a description of programs designed to inform students and employees about the prevention of crime. 84 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


A Timely Warning: The Clery Act requires the school to alert the campus community to certain crimes in a manner that is timely and will aid in the prevention of similar crimes. A timely warning will be issued as soon as the pertinent information is available. The school will:  Confirm there is a significant emergency or threat  Determine appropriate segment of campus community to receive notification  Determine the content of the notification  A school representative will post an announcement in Moodle which effectively notifies all enrolled students on campus.  Disseminate emergency information to larger community as necessary, such as issues related to emergencies, or issues on the campus itself. These notifications will be managed by person in charge and will include notices of outbreaks of contagious diseases, reports of crimes, acts of terror, or other emergencies that may impact the larger community.  Annually test the emergency fire response system as required by Utah law.

PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR SAFETY: No safety rule is a complete substitute for common sense, nor can safety rules be devised to cover every situation. Good judgment must be used in every situation. Follow approved practices and procedures or standards which apply, on any work you perform for the school.  

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Report to your instructor any condition which might injure any person or damage any property. Any injury which occurs at school, no matter how slight, or any accident that causes damage to property shall be reported immediately to the School President. All injuries and accidents should be reported to the Supervisor/Instructor by the end of the day. If anyone observes another who is about to endanger themselves, another person, or property while at the School, they should intervene immediately in such a way as to not endanger themselves. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the School property and use of such is prohibited. No one is to report for work or class evidencing any effects of alcoholic consumption. Controlled substances, such as heroin and cocaine, are illegal by state and federal law (as laws change regarding the legality of the use of marijuana, the use is prohibited on school grounds). Their use and possession are prohibited on school property. Liquids such as water or oil, excessive dust/dirt, or any other debris spilled on floors represent serious slipping hazards and should be cleaned up immediately upon observation.

STUDENT INJURIES AND PREVENTION: Students are advised that they are at risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens and infections due to the nature of their training and clinical and externship opportunities. Appropriate and careful adherence to safety guidelines and procedures reduces the incidence of exposure. Ibero American College conforms to a written Blood borne Pathogen Control and Infectious Disease Plan. The plan is available to any student. A student that is injured during portions of his or her training must report the injury to a school representative. If emergency treatment is required, the student should report to the nearest Emergency Department. Any life-threatening injury must be reported by student and instructor. Significant exposures to communicable disease should be handled in the same manner. Exposures include needle sticks, splashing of mucus membranes with blood or body fluids, droplet contamination or close contact with a patient with an airborne transmitted disease, etc. Students are responsible for all medical care and treatment necessary in the event of an incidence or exposure. The school assumes no legal responsibility for student injury. All students attend training at their own risk and must sign a Release of Liability and Assumption of Risk prior to attending any courses, workshops or programs. 85 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


ACCIDENT AND INVESTIGATION REPORTING: Anyone who suffers an injury during school shall promptly report such injury to the Supervisor/ Instructor no later than end of the period on the day in which the injury occurred. Every accident shall be investigated to determine the cause and the steps needed to prevent a recurrence. It shall be the responsibility of the Supervisor/Instructor to obtain the complete and detailed facts of the accident as soon as possible after it occurs and to see that the required reports are made to the Administration.

FIREARMS: Firearms, ammunition, explosives or other weapons are prohibited on the school property. Exceptions to this policy are limited to the following instances:  

Department of Public Safety and other law enforcement agencies in performance of their normal duties may carry firearms on School property and TCLEOSE approved students.

REGISTERED SEX OFFENDERS: The Jacob Wetterling Act requires states to obtain information concerning registered sex offenders’ enrollment or employment at institutions of higher education. Those seeking to obtain information about registered sex offenders should visit the following website: www.nsopr.gov. Utah has a Sex Offender Registry online as well and can be found at the following website: http://corrections.utah.gov/index.php/probationparole/sexoffender-registry-unit.html. Further, to the extent the State notifies an educational institution of information concerning registered sex offenders, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) does not prevent educational institutions from disclosing such information. Disciplinary Proceedings The school will, upon written request, disclose to the alleged victim of a crime of violence, or a non-forcible sex offense, the results of any disciplinary hearing conducted by the school against the student who is the alleged perpetrator of the crime or offense. If the alleged victim is deceased as a result of the crime or offense, the school will provide the results of the disciplinary hearing to the victim’s next of kin, if so requested. The school does not have a campus police department or security office and therefore does not keep a daily crime log. However the Campus Director keeps an updated list of any criminal activity. An annual report of all campus crimes, and Cole Holland’s Campus Security policies, will be distribute to all students, faculty and staff upon enrollment/employment and by October 1 of each year. The report is prepared by obtaining crime statistics from the local police department for the campus. The report also includes any crimes reported to Ibero American College directly. Students and employees are encouraged to report all crimes to the local police department. The report contains information and crime statistics for the three previous calendar years regarding crimes that occurred on campus; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible to the campus. The report also contains information regarding campus security and personal safety topics such as crime prevention, fire safety, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures and other information related to safety and security on campus. This information is provided by Ibero American College in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, 1990. EMERGENCY RESPONSE – CAMPUS COMMUNITY: The School has instituted a plan to notify the campus community upon confirmation of a significant emergency or dangerous situation involving an immediate threat to health or safety of students or employees occurring on campus. An immediate threat encompasses an imminent or impending threat, such as an approaching forest fire, or a fire currently raging in one of the school’s buildings. Any employee who perceives an immediate threat toward any other person on the school premises, 86 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


is authorized to make an emergency call to 911. Notification will be both by e-mail and through texting. Each student upon entrance to the institution will be required to supply the institution with both an e-mail address and a cell phone number. The institution will, without delay, and taking into account the safety of the community, determine the content of the notification and initiate the notification system, unless issuing a notification will, in the professional judgment of responsible authorities, compromise efforts to assist a victim or to contain, respond to or otherwise mitigate the emergency. Instructors and/or staff members should remain in the room with their students if they are notified of a possible emergency. The Emergency committee will confirm that there is a significant emergency, determine who to notify, determine content of the notification and initiate the notification system. The Emergency Committee will consist of the Director of the School, the Registrar and the Director of Finance. They will call the Police and/or Fire Department as needed. These procedures will be tested and evaluated at least once a year. The emergency response and evacuation procedures will be publicized and documented. The Clery regulations define a test as regularly scheduled drills, exercises and appropriate follow-through activities designed for assessment and evaluation of emergency plans and capabilities. Good Housekeeping Good Housekeeping is essential to safe operation. It will result in fewer accidents and will reduce fire hazards. All spills should be cleaned up promptly to eliminate slipping and fire hazards. All work areas must be kept free of debris and other objects which create hazards. Cleaning up the area where you are working is part of class participation. A class is not completed until the area is cleaned up. Do not dispose of cups that contain liquids in the classroom trash. Instead, take it to the break room, empty it in the sink and dispose of the container.

INCIDENT REPORTING POLICY: Through the careful attentiveness of our instructors and students, many incidents or potential incidents are avoided. However, there may be an occasion when an incident occurs. An incident is any happening that is not consistent with the routine operation of the school, class or clinical study. It may be an accident or a situation that could result in an accident. An accident could be a fall, laceration, abrasion, bruise or burn. An incident could have been the result of a student falling, or stubbing a toe while walking. Either situation could be life threatening, depending on the students’ situation and physical condition. The Incident Report Form is to be completed whenever there is an incident involving any Student or instructor. Students are expected to follow school policies to prevent incidents and seek assistance immediately in the event of an incident. The reporting of incidents and the investigation are part of the school’s Performance Improvement Program. Trends or problem areas will be brought to the attention of the appropriate committee. PURPOSE  To ensure a mechanism is in place for reporting and documenting all accidents, occupational illness, property damage, injuries, and safety hazards related to staff, instructors or Students.  To document the school’s investigation and response to each incident.  To identify processes and/or systems that require change to reduce risk to school, staff, instructors and Students. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS 1. Students will document and report all incidents that deviate from routine school operations and will or could result in injury or potential harm to a Student or instructor. 2. Incidents to be reported include, but are not limited, to: a. Missing or damaged property b. b. Student endangerment 87 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


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Alleged/suspected Student abuse or neglect Witnessed Student falls or other injury

c. Equipment/medical device failure or malfunction d. Staff endangerment  Motor vehicle accidents involving school vehicle or Student’s vehicle while on school business  Any staff incidents that require treatment, lost work days, hospitalization or that identify new safety hazards previously unrecognized e. Refusal of treatment f. Solution or supply contamination g. Treatment/procedures resulting in Student injury h. Noncompliance of Student resulting in injury i. Staff member fails to report significant findings j.

Witnessed cardiac arrest

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Any incident that is unusual or outside ordinary routine

BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS AND INFECTION CONTROL: The school has a published policy regarding bloodborne pathogens AND Infection Control posted in both labs. All students are oriented to these protocols during the first term of the program and at orientation. The infection control plan defies the structure and activities for surveillance, prevention and control of infections among Students and all others who come into contact with Students and establishes responsibility for over site of these activities. The Exposure Control Plan is written to ensure compliance with the requirements for Occupational Exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens and shall include guidelines for Student risk assessment by job classification and task, Student education and training, engineering controls, Personal protective equipment (PPE), exposure follow up and related treatment and record keeping, and shall be approved by a designated group. AUTHORITY: The institution’s management team including Medical Directors, Administrators, Advisory Panel Members, Quality improvement coordinator and others as designated, have the authority for routine identification and analysis of the incidence and cause of all infections and shall develop and implement a plan for surveillance, prevention and control of infection hazards. TUBERCULOSIS CONTROL PLAN: This plan is written to ensure compliance with the Guidelines for preventing transmission of Mycobacterium Tuberculosis in health care settings. The plan establishes guidelines for isolation as needed, respiratory protection education and training as required by clinical and externship sites. FIRST AID: A First Aid station and Eye Wash station is located by the restrooms. Included in the First Aid kit are supplies to deal with wounds, cuts, burns, abrasions etc. All supplies are available to students. The eye wash station has appropriate saline solution safe for irrigating eyes safely. If possible please contact a faculty member who is also a licensed health care provider – nurse, EMT, Paramedic etc. Most of the time one or more on teaching. REPORTS TO PUBLIC HEALTH OFFICIALS: Data obtained through surveillance activities shall be appropriately organized and reported to Public Health officials in a timely manner for their review and action as required. 88 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


STUDENT HEALTH: The school has developed policies and procedures related to surveillance, prevention and control of Student infection, including collecting a Student health survey, abiding by all requirements of clinical and externship sites, encouraging immunizations and maintenance of immunization records, and instructing regarding reducing or eliminating exposures to Blood Borne Pathogens and other infectious agents. The school will work with Students to create new programs, resolve problems, and promote knowledge of their responsibilities in personal health and Infection Control.

SEVERE WEATHER Tornado If (in the judgment of the President or administrator in charge) the threat of impending danger warrants it, the following actions may be taken:  Dismissal of all classes and assembly of students and employees into

interior hallways and away from glass windows, doors and partitions.  Everyone should remain in these “safe” areas until in the opinion of the President (or administrator in charge) the threat of danger is past. If the tornado or destructive wind strikes the building, everyone should sit on the floor, with backs against the wall, their heads between their knees, and their hands clasped over the backs of their heads until all danger is past.

Flooding: During periods of flooding, the President will remain in contact with appropriate authorities and will keep both students and employees advised of local road conditions. Ice and Snow: In the event that ice and/or snow threaten to make highway travel hazardous, the President may dismiss classes to allow commuters to return home safely. Closing the School as the Result of Severe Weather: Only the President or a person designated by the President has the authority to close the School. When this action is taken, the President will notify the students and faculty. In addition, it will be posted on the School’s website and notices will be posted in Moodle – the classroom learning environment which will send an email message to all students. When possible, text messages or phone calls will be made as well. If you are in doubt about whether the school is open in the event of severe weather, please call the school and do not assume it is closed. Self-Determination Policy: No student will attempt to attend class and no employee will report to work if, by their opinion or by the warning of law enforcement officials, travel conditions in their area are unsafe (or if other circumstances would place their lives/health in jeopardy).

EVACUATION PROCEDURES: The school maintains an Emergency Response Plan. A copy of this plan is provided at orientation and is available in the Student Services Office. The school may also test emergency response and evacuation procedures periodically through drills or exercises. Ibero American College has determined that in the event of a fire, the institution has provided an evacuation plan and has on hand; oxygen, a first aid kit, an eye wash station, fire extinguishers, and blankets. Training: New hires are oriented to the evacuation plan and are made aware of emergency preparedness equipment and supplies as well as lockdown procedures. Most instructors and many students on campus are certified in First Aid and CPR, and the use of an AED. Students are oriented to the plan 89 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


during orientation. Communication: The campus is small and circular making communication with classes and people inside easy but in the event of a lockdown situation or other emergency that prohibits communication by shouting or visiting rooms, the staff and instructors are encouraged to communicate with admin, emergency personnel, students and other faculty members via the intra-communication system on the computer or via cell phone. Lockdown Policy: As recommended by the U.S. Department of Education, Ibero American College follows the new “Run, Hide, Fight” protocol for dealing with armed intruders. The policy asks students, staff and faculty to use a more assertive approach to surviving such an incident. Instead of staying in lockdown mode, students, staff and faculty are advised to use whatever means there are to run, or hide or fight – this may mean running outside, using a fire extinguisher or other device to assault the assailant, hiding in unusual places or using deceptive techniques to distract or disorient the intruder including pulling fire alarms. The staff is in the process of evaluating the recently published “Guide for Developing High-Quality School Emergency Operations Plans” booklet, published by the U.S. Department of Education and FEMA for a more formal policy. Media Contact: No person other than the administrator or her designee is permitted to discuss any emergency event, evacuation or incident with the media. Emergency Evacuation Plan: All students, administrative staff, and faculty of Ibero American College, as well as its visitors, are expected to cooperate in evacuation procedures in the event of an emergency. Towards that end Ibero American College has undertaken the following preparatory protocols. 1. Exit Identification. There are THREE EXITS from the second floor and they are clearly marked. Two exits exist that lead students to the main landing with stairs and an elevator. An additional exit is on the west side of the floor and is an emergency exit only. This staircase is unlocked on the school side at all times but is always locked from the other side, allowing exit but preventing entrance. These lead to the first floor exit where there are two exits – one leading to the back parking lot and one to the front street. 2. Fire Exits have lighted overhead EXIT signs. 3. In the event of an evacuation, all students, instructors, staff and visitors are directed to exit the building and gather at the SAFE WAIT Area which is the NORTH side of the Kiwanis Felt building next door to the north of the school. Students who exit either way, to the parking lot or the front yard should meet at the SAFE WAIT area for a head count. } 4. Equipment. Ibero American College has a fire extinguisher located in two locations on each side of the core. Additionally, a fire alarm system is in place and will alert the fire department if pulled. The corridor is rated with a two hour burn meaning fire from the hallway cannot enter a classroom for two hours and a fire in the classroom cannot enter the hallway for two hours. 5. Rescue Assistants. Some people with disabilities may choose to identify personal rescue assistants who will volunteer to do some or all of the following for them: Know his/her likely schedule, Keep back-up medication, equipment, or mobility devices Stay with them while awaiting rescue assistance as long as they are not in danger themselves and Report the location of the person awaiting rescue assistance. 6. Shelter in Place. Where no other option is available, a person with a disability can stay in place (e.g., office, classroom) to await evacuation. It is the responsibility of every member of the Ibero American community to immediately communicate to 9-1-1/or emergency personnel the location of individuals unable to evacuate. 7. Everyone Can Help. All members of the community are asked to be aware that some individuals, including persons with disabilities may need assistance in the event of an emergency. In addition to those with mobility impairments, people with hearing and visual impairments may need to be alerted and given further instruction in emergency situations. People with visual impairments and campus visitors will likely need additional assistance as buildings and evacuation routes will be unfamiliar. 90 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


CRITICAL INCIDENT/EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN -- OBJECTIVES 1. To coordinate the School’s response to critical incidents while paying special attention to the safety and security needs of members of the Ibero American College community. 2. To maintain the safety and security of faculty, staff and students as a whole in the event of a critical incident. 3. To provide counseling, guidance, and appropriate support services to the families, friends, students, and campus community members in the event of a critical incident.

DEFINITION OF A CRITICAL INCIDENT: A critical incident is a situation that involves Ibero American College student(s) and/or employee(s) that creates a major disruption of normal operations and calls for a response beyond normal school operational procedures. Examples may be situations such as natural/structural disasters, violent behavior or life threatening injury or illness. (Note: this plan is for general information only. During an actual critical incident, variations might be made depending on the nature of the event and the situation). PROCDURES FOR CRITICAL INCIDENT RESPONSE FOR IBERO AMERICAN COLLEGE Step 1 Ibero American College - The President is notified of a critical incident involving a student or employee at (801) 759-5164 during the day, (801) 606-2801 after hours or holidays. First responders may call 911 if they determine that immediate medical attention is necessary. Once emergency services have been contacted, all steps in this process must be followed. Step 2 Ibero American College – The President gathers information concerning the critical incident and responds accordingly. In the event that scheduled classes need to be cancelled or altered in some manner the School Director will contact the faculty and students. All administrative staff will engage in notifying all classes, students and others. The President will contact the student’s and the closure will be posted on the college website www.ibero.edu and in Moodle. A Course Announcement will be posted which will send out a student body wide notice via email. Any media contact, press releases, email or website assistance must be coordinated through the School President. Step 3 Ibero American College – Depending on the evaluation of the situation, one or more of the following may occur:  Step 3A – Ibero American College will without delay, and taking into account the safety of the community, determine the content of the notification and initiate the notification system, unless the notification, in the professional judgment of responsible authorities, compromise efforts to assist victims or to contain respond, to or otherwise mitigate the emergency. The President goes to scene of the incident to assess the need for back-up personnel. Based on the initial findings and upon agreement with either the President or Director, the response may include: dealing with the situation alone, contacting appropriate outside agencies (e.g. local police, hospital), contacting family members, contacting counseling center.  Step 3b – President initiates family contacts.  Step 3c – Contact may be made with local and state authorities as determined by the President, including contacting the police, fire department, swat teams or other agencies who can assist the school community in dealing appropriately with the incident. Step 4 Ibero American College – Once the issue/situation is under control, the President and other 91 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


administrative staff members will meet and debrief. Any needed follow-up plans, communications, activities, and/or programs will be determined for final resolution of the critical incident. Timelines for these activities will be determined and a closure/evaluation meeting of the administrative staff will be scheduled. The purpose of these meetings is to: Short Term Functions  Gather facts, discuss options, recommend options, and do what is necessary for the comfort of the victim(s).  Provide the community, and the media if appropriate, with as many facts as possible as quickly as possible. Long Term Functions  Provide support strategy for a victim(s) return to normal campus life.  Investigate an incident to its completion.  Assess liability exposure and develop a legal strategy if needed.  Evaluate the process at the conclusion of the incident to determine whether there were problems; recommend changes for future responses.  Develop follow-up educational programs for the community, as necessary. Step 5 Emergency Responders or Critical Response Teams will recommend to the President any policy revisions in procedures and response to ensure the safety of all students and school personnel. When a critical incident involves responses from a variety of personnel, a Crisis Center will be established in the Administration area of the building. This will be the Headquarters (HQ) established to communicate and coordinate all activities involved in the responses to the critical incident. Communications involving responding personnel will be dispersed through this HQ by the President or other responsible First Responder parties. Member of the School Administration to Contact in the Event of a Critical Incident

Critical Incident Response Team President

Juan Manuel Ruiz

jruiz@ibero.edu

801.404.1209

Compliance Officer

Juan Carlos Fuentes

jfuentes@ibero.edu

801.691.4686

Office Manager

Lupita Flores

lflores@ibero.edu

801.809.6342

CAMPUS WEAPON AND VIOLENCE POLICY: Ibero American College is concerned about society's increased violence including the prevalence of school place violence. Sadly, as recent events often dramatize, violence in public life is far too common and the loss of life too costly. For this reason, Ibero American College, as permitted by law, has adopted a policy regarding weapons, guns and other destructive devises that prohibit such items on the premises during all hours of the day or night and weekends. To help prevent incidents of violence from occurring, Ibero American College is implementing this policy on school place violence. It is the policy of Ibero American College to expressly prohibit any acts or threats of violence by any person working or visiting the premises against any other person in or about the building or elsewhere on the premises including the front lawn, parking stalls, parking garage, lobby, etc. at any time, and to prohibit the possession of a weapon or firearm while on premises which includes vehicles parked on premises. 92 - Ibero American College Student Course Catalog – Revised November 23, 2016


According to the statute, an alternate parking area is available to tenants and their customers in close proximity to the parking garage which includes street parking. Ibero American College will not condone or tolerate any acts or threats of violence against any person at any time while on premises. In keeping with the spirit and intent of this policy, Ibero American College will: 1. Provide a safe and healthful learning environment, in accordance with OSHA and other regulatory bodies as possible or required by law. 2. Take prompt remedial action up to and including immediate removal of any individual who engages in any threatening behavior or acts of violence or who uses any obscene, abusive, or threatening language or gestures 3. Take appropriate action when dealing with visitors to the building or to any business located in the building who engages in such behavior. Such action may include notifying the police or other law enforcement personnel and prosecuting violators of this policy to the maximum extent of the law. 4. Prohibit any and all persons from bringing firearms or other weapons onto the premises, including the lobby, stairwells, classrooms, break rooms, restrooms, waiting areas, outside lawns or flower beds or parking lots and garages Firearms and weapons of any kind are banned from the premises. Those students who are unnerved by the prospect of engaging unarmed in the human interactions that occur while in transit to and from school, or while engaged in classroom interactions are, of course, at liberty to seek an education in an environment which has adopted the philosophy that a safe and productive school environment is best achieved with armed students and instructors. Any student found in violation of this policy will be dismissed from the program immediately and removed from the property.

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