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Frequently
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ACCREDITATION
The
Houston Community College System is accredited by the Commission on
Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866
Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097: Telephone number
404-679-4501) to award the associate degree. The Texas Higher Education
Coordinating Board has approved college/university parallel offerings
and programs in technical education.
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ATTENDANCE
Continuing
Education courses have attendance requirements, and also require
satisfactory completion of the course objectives in order for students
to receive a certificate of successful completion.
CHANGE
OF SCHEDULE DISCLAIMER
This
schedule has been carefully prepared to assure that all information is
accurate and as complete as possible. However, the college reserves the
right to make changes, which may result in deviations from the
information in the schedule content.
CHANGE
OF SCHEDULE
A
Program Adjustment Form must be initiated through the campus office of
Continuing Education for all class changes.
CONTINUING
EDUCATION UNITS (CEUs)
One
CEU is 10 contact hours of successful participation/completion in an
organized continuing education experience under responsible sponsorship,
capable direction and qualified instruction. CEUs are not substituted
for college credit hours, but rather are a means of reporting continuing
education activities. Transcripts listing CEU credits satisfactorily
completed are available on request. CEUs are recognized internationally
as a measure of substantial professional education and training.
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COURSE
FEES
Tuition
and fees are indicated by each course listing. When noted, materials and
texts are extra.
DROPPING
A CLASS
Prior
to the first scheduled class meeting, students must complete a Drop form
in a Campus/Center office. Requests made after class has begun result
in No Refund. Materials fees paid to instructors are not
refundable.
ELIGIBILITY
FOR ENROLLMENT
Continuing
Education courses are open to individuals 17 years of age or older. Kids
College accepts younger students.
EMERGENCY
CLOSINGS
In
the event severe weather conditions, such as hurricanes, ice storms or
other acts of nature create hazardous conditions and/or extended power
outages, college administrators may find it necessary to close the
college. In this case, students and faculty are advised to listen to
local area radio and television stations for announcements and updates
or log on to www.school-closings.net.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion,
national origin, sex, age, or disability. The information in this
publication will be made available in large print, taped or
computer-based format upon request.
MISSION
STATEMENT
The
Houston Community College is an open-admission, public institution of
higher education offering associate degrees, certificates, academic
preparation, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities
that prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in
an increasingly international and technological society.
Houston Community College
will provide:
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Affordable
and accessible education |
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Workforce
skills development |
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Customized
training |
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Continuing
education |
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Workforce
literacy |
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Personal
enrichment opportunities |
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Comprehensive
student support services |
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An
environment conducive to learning |
NOTICE
Smoking
is not permitted in classrooms or hallways.
NOTIFICATION
OF CLASS CHANGES
Every
effort is made to begin and hold class at the designated time. Each
class is contingent on the required minimum number of students.
Occasionally, extenuating circumstances arise requiring a cancellation
or delay. In such cases, we attempt to notify all students by
telephone.
Houston
Community College reserves the right, when necessary, to cancel classes, alter
schedules, or substitute instructors.
Students
are not notified if a class has made Students
are contacted only in the event of a class cancellation or
change.
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PHONE
NUMBERS
We
will make every effort to call you if your class is cancelled, but we
must have your accurate phone number. If your day or evening phone
number has changed, please update it with us and with the
registrar.
PREREQUISITES
Most
Continuing Education courses are open to students who feel they can
benefit from the instruction; however, some courses are restricted to
those students with specific prerequisites. Please check course
descriptions.
PURPOSE
STATEMENT
Corporate
Training and Continuing Education provides lifelong learning,
occupational skills training and professional development through the
following:
REFUND
POLICY
For
continuing education courses fewer than 360 contract hours, full refund
will be made if a student withdraws prior to the first class date, or in
the case of college error or class cancellation.
Refunds
are processed as soon as possible. They are generally mailed four to six
weeks following the last day to apply for a refund.
Any
refund mailed to the name and address on record is considered delivered.
The Stop Payment Fee to reissue a refund check mailed to an incorrect
address is $20. Tuition and fees paid directly to the institution by a
sponsor, grants, loans, donor, or scholarship shall be refunded to the
source rather than directly to the student. Fees paid by other third
parties, such as friends or relatives, will be refunded directly to the
student.
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REGISTRATION
Register
online, by mail, or in person at any campus location during regular
business hours. Applications may be completed prior to registration
through the Internet at Continuing
Education Admission.
How to Register
Registrations are
accepted on a first-come basis. Register early to secure a place in the
class of your choice. Payment must be made at time of registration.
SENIOR
TUITION WAIVER
Seniors
age 55 and over may enroll in specified courses and receive a $10
tuition discount waiver per continuing education course. Proof of age
will be required.
SERVICES
FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Support
services for students with special needs are provided upon
request.
TEXTBOOKS,
SUPPLIES, AND MATERIALS
For
most non-computer classes, students will be notified of the need for
texts, supplies, and other materials at the first class meeting.
Textbook selections are kept within a moderate price range, and the cost
of supplies and materials for classes is based upon the size or
complexity of the project chosen by the student.
Books
are available system-wide at campus bookstores. The
appropriate text can be found by class number. Students are expected to
purchase their computer books prior to the first day of class and to
bring their books to each class meeting.
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