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2020/21 Broward Technical Colleges



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Three colleges with eight campuses to serve you!

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from the Directors of Broward Technical Colleges

Atlantic Technical College & Technical High School Robert B. Crawford, Director Alicia Grigull, Office of Student Affairs Director

McFatter Technical College & Technical High School Jeanette L. Johnson, Director

Franzie S.Williams, Office of Admissions Director Roger Barnhart, Office of Student Affairs Director

Sheridan Technical College & Technical High School

Thomas Moncilovich, Director Maude Eugene, Office of Student Affairs Director

Congratulations on taking the first step toward a rewarding career! We share your commitment and we encourage you to make the most of this opportunity.The faculty and staff of BrowardTechnical Colleges (Atlantic, McFatter, and Sheridan) are here to help you succeed. The information in this handbook reviews the policies and procedures that were explained to you at orientation and by your program counselor/advisor.

Please read the entire handbook carefully. Should you have questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to visit the Office of Student Affairs at your location.

Broward Technical Colleges Vision The vision of Broward Technical Colleges is to change the lives of people from all backgrounds through innovative education.

Broward Technical Colleges Mission The mission of Broward Technical Colleges is to promote excellence in academic, career, and technical studies in order to prepare students to enter and remain competitive in a global workforce.

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Atlantic Technical College & Technical High School 4700 Coconut Creek Parkway Coconut Creek, FL 33063 Tel: 754.321.5100 ? Fax: 754.321.5380 AtlanticTechnicalCollege.edu

Arthur Ashe, Jr. Campus 1701 NW 23rd Avenue Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311

Tel: 754.322.2800 ? Fax: 754.322.2880

ESOL Campus @ Coconut Creek High School

1400 NW 44th Ave. Coconut Creek, FL 33066

Tel: 754.321.5350

McFatter Technical College & Technical High School 6500 Nova Drive Davie, FL 33317

Tel: 754.321.5700 ? Fax: 754.321.5830 McFatterTechnicalCollege.edu

Broward Fire Academy 2600 SW 71st Terrace Davie, FL 33314

Tel: 754.321.1300 ? Fax: 754.321.1302

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BTC Handbook 2020-21 Rev 8.2020

Sheridan Technical College & Technical High School 5400 Sheridan Street Hollywood, FL 33021

Tel: 754.321.5400 ? Fax: 754.321.5680 SheridanTechnicalCollege.edu

STC West Campus 20251 Stirling Road Pembroke Pines, FL 33332 Tel: 754.321.3900 ? Fax: 754.321.3940

Sheridan Technical High School 3775 S.W. 16th Street

Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 Tel: 754.321.7450 ? Fax: 754.321.7490

BTC Handbook Rev 1.4.2021

Tel: 754.321.5900 Press #1 for ATC, #2 for MTC, and #3 for STC

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ACCREDITATIONS

Broward Technical Colleges are accredited or approved by:

The Commission of the Council on Occupational Education 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325

Atlanta, GA 30350 Tel (770) 396.3898 ? Fax (770) 396.3790



Cognia 9115 Westside Parkway Alpharetta, GA 30009

Tel 888.413.3669

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing - ACEN 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850

Atlanta, GA 30326 Tel (404) 975.5000 ? Fax (404) 975.5020



? Accrediting Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA)

? American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF) ? American Optometric Association, Paraoptometric Division ? American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists ? American Welding Society (AWS) ? Association for Healthcare Documentation Integrity (AHDI) ? ASE Education Foundation (formerly AYES & NATEF) ? Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education

Programs (CAAHEP) on recommendation of the Curriculum Review Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants Endowment (CRBSSMAE) ? Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) ? Florida Dental Laboratory Association (FDLA) ? Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) ? Florida Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (FDHBEMS)

? Florida Board of Cosmetology ? Florida Board of Nursing ? Florida Department of Education Graphic Arts

Education and Research Foundation, PrintED ? National Board of Therapeutic Massage ? National Center for Construction Education and Research ? National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) ? National Healthcareer Association ? National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF) ? North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) ? Partnership for Air Conditioning Heating, Refrigeration

Accreditation (PAHRA) ? State Approving Agency for Veterans' Education and

Training Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs ? State Bureau of Fire Standards & Training

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STUDENT ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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ACADEMIC POLICIES FOR CAREER &

TECHNICAL PROGRAMS

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Basic Skills Exit Requirements

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High School Diploma Requirement

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Health Science Requirements

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Attendance Policies

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Certificate & ATD Programs

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Evaluations & Grades

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Transfer Policy

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Withdrawal

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Cer tificates

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STUDENT RIGHTS

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FERPA Notice

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Section 504: Americans with Disabilities Act

Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA)

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Learner Rights & Responsibilities

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Disability Services

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Reporting Section 504 - Discrimination

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Discrimination, Bullying and/or

Harassment Offenses (Non-Section 504/ADAAA) 9

Procedures for Reporting Discrimination and/or

Harassment Offenses

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SAFETY & SECURITY

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Emergency Closings

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Evacuation Plan

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Emergency Codes Prevention & Preparedness 10

Drug Abuse Prevention

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Standard of Conduct

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Illicit Drug Offenses

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Major Adverse Effects of Substance Abuse

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Alcohol & Drug Counseling and Treatment

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Disciplinary Sanctions

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Injuries & Insurance

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Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security

Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act

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Sexual Assault Policy & Program

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Sexual Harassment/Sexual Violence Defined

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Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violations

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Sexual Assault and Violence Awareness Program 12

Counseling and Referral Assistance

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Reporting Criminal Acts, Including

Sexual Assaults and Violence

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Visitors and Children on Campus

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STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

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Change of Student Information

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Access to The Student Portal

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Computer Use/Acceptable Use Policy

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Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

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Media Release

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Conduct & Discipline Policies

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Right to Appeal and Grievance Procedures

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STUDENT SERVICES

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Career Assessment & Service

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Disability Services

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Job Placement Assistance

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Graduation

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Guarantee for Success Plan

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION

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Consumer Information Guide

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Florida Residency Requirements for

Tuition Purposes

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Payment of Tuition and Your Federal Income

Tax Return

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SBBC Policy 6607 - Refund Policy

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Financial Assistance

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Student Activity Fee

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VETERANS EDUCATION

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Benefits and Attendance

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Standards of Academic Progress

for VA students

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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Requirements for Admission

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Attendance

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Standards of Academic Progress

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Financial Aid

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CAMPUS LIFE

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The Broward Technical College

Alumni Association

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Bookstore & Textbook Buy-Back Program

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Cafeteria

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Dress Code

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Early Release

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Identification Badges

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Lockers

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Lost and Found

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Parking on School Property

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Smoking

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Special Programs

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Student Organizations

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Voter Registration Provision in Higher Amendments

of 1998

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Wireless Communication Devices

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Broward Technical Colleges

Calendar

Inside Back Cover

Tel: 754.321.5900 Press #1 for ATC, #2 for MTC, and #3 for STC

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