ATTENDANCE
While many Continuing Education courses have special attendance requirements, 80 percent attendance is the typical requirement for Continuing Education if the individual is to receive a Certificate of Completion from the College. Students should take note of attendance requirements upon beginning a course of instruction since requirements are announced at the beginning of every course.
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AUDITING COURSES
A student may not audit a course or any portion thereof without first paying the entire tuition and fee. Senior citizens may audit C.E. courses free on a space available basis, click here for details of our Senior Citizen policy.
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COURSE CANCELLATION
Courses are subject to cancellation if the predetermined minimum enrollment is not attained. If a class is canceled, every effort will be made to notify students by phone prior to the first class meeting. A 100% refund will be granted or the student may request to be transferred to another available class. NO transfer to another class is permitted unless the initial class is being cancelled. Continuing Education reserves the right to cancel classes, change times, dates, and locations of course offerings. Students will be notified whenever possible, by phone, of cancellations, date changes, and time changes. Room changes will be posted on the Continuing Education Message Boards located in the BIC and the FAC.
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EMERGENCY CLOSING OF THE COLLEGE
The President of the College or his/her designee shall have the authority to discontinue instructional sessions because of extreme weather or other emergency conditions. You may contact ACCD Police Department for information: (210) 485-0099.
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FINANCIAL AID TUITION ASSISTANCE
Texas Public Education Grants (TPEG) - Tuition assistance is available to individuals who wish to enroll in career or occupational-related training courses. The Texas Public Education Grant (TPEG) may be used for course tuition only. Financial assistance will be awarded for up to 50% of course tuition based on need. Only those courses with a minimum of 40-clock hours of instruction will be eligible. The standard Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed and when the Student Aid Report (SAR) is received, you fill out the application for a TPEG grant after registering for the Continuing Education class. Forms are available at the Financial Aid Office in the Fletcher Administration Center (FAC 101). If you are late with your application, you must pay for the class or classes and then apply for reimbursement using your paid bill as a receipt.
Some Frequently asked Questions about TPEG:
Does it cover ESL/ GED Prep courses?
For a Continuing Education ESL course to receive formula funding, the course must be clearly intended for workforce training, or
re–training for a specific occupation, and must be reported under the CIP for that particular occupation. GED courses are not available for formula funding through the Coordinating Board.
Does it cover on-line courses?
Yes.
If I failed part of a certificate program and I need to repeat, can I still qualify for assistance?
Does not pay for repeated courses.
Can I apply every quarter for TPEG?
Yes, the student needs to submit an application for the class being taken.
Hazelwood Act Assistance - Texas Veterans! You may qualify for tuition assistance as a result of military service if you entered the service from Texas and served honorably for at least 180 days. You must complete the standard Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and provide a copy of your DD214, and a letter indicating you are not eligible for VA educational assistance. Contact the Financial Aid Office in the Fletcher Administration Center (FAC 101) at (210) 486-0600 for further information.
If you would like more information on financial aid, an application or a list of helpful links, click here and visit the Student Financial Services web site.
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MINIMUM / MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT
Many Continuing Education classes must be limited in size due to the nature of the subject matter and size of available facilities. Although most Continuing Education courses are open to students who feel they can benefit from the instruction, some courses are restricted to those students with specific prerequisites. In these courses, instructors will verify that students meet prerequisite requirements.
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OUR INSTRUCTORS
Our instructors are men and women from business, industry, government, the College and the community with outstanding backgrounds and experience in their fields. Each instructor will share knowledge and practical insight gained through years of experience in successful careers and other professional experience.
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PARKING
Students taking less than 40 clock hours:
Continuing Education students enrolling in non-credit courses of less than 40 clock hours of instruction are allowed to park in designated “student parking” free-of-charge, by properly displaying temporary parking permits obtained from the ACCD Department of Public Safety located at 1601 N. Main Avenue. The student must show receipt information indicating payment of tuition.
Students taking 40 clock hours or more:
Students enrolling in non-credit courses of 40 clock hours or more of instruction will be required to purchase a permit if they wish to park on campus. These permits may be purchased in the Bursar’s Office at the time tuition is paid. One- or two-week long courses, however, are exempt from this requirement.
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SENIOR CITIZEN PROGRAM
San Antonio College allows senior citizens to enroll in various continuing education courses, free of tuition and fees on a space available basis. Space available is determined as of 12 p.m. the day the class is scheduled to begin. Therefore, senior citizens wishing to attend a course in a tuition free status must contact the responsible Program Specialist to determine their eligibility and are not allowed to register for the class until after 12 p.m. noon on the first day of class.
“Senior citizen” means a person 65 years of age or older. Senior citizens have the option of full participation or auditing the class. Auditing exempts the student from taking any required testing and prohibits earning credit required to be issued a certificate of completion. Full participation mandates the student to take all required course work and testing to demonstrate mastery of the subject to earn a certificate of completion.
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SMOKING POLICY
SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED. San Antonio College is a smoke-free campus.
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REFUNDS
Requests for refunds must be made in writing to the Continuing Education Registration Desk. Continuing Education adheres to Alamo Community College District policy on all refund requests, refunds are issued by check from the ACCD District Bursar. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE. Refund requests require approximately 30 days to process.
Refunds will be made as follows:
100% Prior to 1st class meeting
80% Prior to 2nd class meeting
0% After 2nd class meeting
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TUITION PAYMENTS
Students must pay their tuition at time of registration. Students utilizing 3d party funding, e.g., ETAP, Tuition Assistance, Employer Benefits etc. may be permitted addition time to process necessary paper work and receipt of payment. Non-payment may result in the deletion of that student’s name from the class roll so as to allow other students to register.
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| New Year | January 1 - 4, 2009 |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | January 19, 2009 |
| Spring Break | March 12 - 15, 2009 |
| Easter | April 10 - 12, 2009 |
| Fiesta | April 24, 2009 |
| Memorial Day | May 23 - 25, 2009 |
| Independence Day | July 3 - 5, 2009 |
| Thanksgiving | November 27 - 30, 2009 |
| Christmas | December 20 - 31, 2009 |
CLASS CONFIRMATION & CLASS LOCATION
Students are responsible for confirming course start dates and times 24 hours in advance of start date. Please call a few days before course start date for location of class; call (210) 486-0422 or (210) 486-1700 for information.
Day Codes Location Codes
M - Monday
T - Tuesday
W - Wednesday
R - Thursday
F - Friday
S - Saturday
U - Sunday
| CAC | Chance Academic Center |
| OETC | Oppenheimer Education & Training Center |
| LETC | Law Enforcement Training Center |
| MLC | Moody Learning Center |
| MCCH | McCreless Hall |
| NEB | Nursing Education Building |
| CTTC | Central Texas Technology Center |
| RAFB | Randolph Air Force Base |
| CEA | Continuing Education Annex |
| AIC | Academic Instruction Center |
| NAHC | Nursing/Allied Health Complex |
| TBA | To Be Announced |
MAIL-IN REGISTRATIONS
Registrations being mailed to the Continuing Education Registration Desk need to be received two days prior to course start date. Receipts available upon request.
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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.
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BACTERIAL MENINGITIS INFORMATION
Important Information about Bacterial Meningitis
This information is being provided to all new college students in the state of Texas. Bacterial Meningitis is a serious, potentially deadly disease that can progress extremely fast - so take utmost caution. It is an inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. The bacteria that causes meningitis can also infect the blood. This disease strikes abut 3,000 Americans each year, including 100-125 on college campuses, leading to 5-15 deaths among college students every year. There is a treatment, but those who survive may develop severe health problems or disabilities.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?
High Fever
Rash or purple patches on skin
Light sensitivity
Confusion and sleepiness
Lethargy
Severe headache
Vomiting
Stiff neck
Nausea
Seizures
There may be a rash of tiny, red-purple spots caused by bleeding under the skin. These can occur anywhere on the body.
The more symptoms, the higher the risk, so when these symptoms appear seek immediate medical attention.
HOW IS BACTERIAL MENINGITIS DIAGNOSED?
Diagnosis is made by a medical provider and is usually based on a combination of clinical symptoms and laboratory results from spinal fluid and blood tests.
Early diagnosis and treatment can greatly improve the likelihood of recovery.
HOW IS THE DISEASE TRANSMITTED?
The disease is transmitted when people exchange saliva (such as by kissing, or by sharing drinking containers, utensils, cigarettes, toothbrushes, etc.) or come in contact with respiratory or throat secretions.
HOW DO YOU INCREASE YOUR RISK OF GETTING BACTERIAL MENINGITIS?
Exposure to saliva by sharing cigarettes, water bottles, eating utensils, food, kissing, etc.
Living in close conditions (such as sharing a room/suite in a dorm or group home).
WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES OF THE DISEASE?
Death (in 8 to 24 hours from perfectly well to dead)
Permanent brain damage
Kidney failure
Learning disability
Hearing loss, blindness
Limb damage (fingers, toes, arms, legs) that requires amputation
Gangrene
Coma
Convulsions
CAN THE DISEASE BE TREATED?
Antibiotic treatment, if received early, can save lives and chances of recovery are increased. However, permanent disability or death can still occur.
Vaccinations are available and should be considered for:
Those living in close quarters
College students 25 years old or younger
Vaccinations are effective against 4 of the 5 most common bacterial types that cause 70% of the disease in the U.S. (but does not protect against all types of meningitis).
Vaccinations take 7-10 days to become effective, with protection lasting 3-4 years.
The cost of vaccine varies, so check with your health care provider.
Vaccination is very safe - most common side effects are redness and minor pain at injection site for up to two days.
HOW CAN I FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION?
Contact your own health care provider.
Contact your Student Health Center.
Contact your local or regional Texas Department of Health office.
Contact web sites: www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo; www.acha.org
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