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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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The North Central Texas College (NCTC) Course Syllabus provides the following as required by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB): (1) a brief description of the course including each major course requirement, assignment and examination; (2) the learning objectives for the course; (3) a general description of the subject matter of each lecture or discussion; and (4) any required or recommended readings. Contact information for the instructor is also provided. The Course Syllabus also provides institutional information to indicate how this course supports NCTC’s purpose and mission. Information specific to a particular section of the course will be included in the Class Syllabus and distributed to enrolled students.
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Course Title: Patient Care in Radiography
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Course Prefix & Number: RADR
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Section Number: 1303
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Term Code:
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Semester Credit Hours: 3
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Lecture Hours: 2/wk
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Lab Hours: 2/wk
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog):
An introduction in patient assessment, infection control procedures, emergency and safety procedures, communication and patient interaction skills, and basic pharmacology.
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Course Prerequisite(s):NONE
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o - Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core)
o - Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
x - WECM Course
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Name of Instructor:
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Leslie Appling MSRS RT (R)
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Campus/Office Location:
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2427 - B
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-3392
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E-mail Address:
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lappling@nctc.edu
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Name of Chair/ Coordinator
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Mamme Darkwa
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Campus/Office Location:
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Corinth
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Telephone Number:
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Direct: (940) 498-6432
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E-mail Address:
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mdarkwa@nctc.edu
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REQUIRED OR RECOMMENDED COURSE MATERIALS
Patient Care in Radiography, 10th Edition (2020) Enrlich and Coakes ISBN: 978-0323654401
A = 90-100
B = 80-89
C = 75-79
F = BELOW 75
The semester will consistent of unit tests, workbook assignments, laboratory assignments and a final. Your grade will be calculated by points earned out of points possible.
No extra credit will be given in this course. If you receive below a 75 you will be dismissed for the program.
To be successful in this class you must: 1) Complete all reading assignments prior to class 2) pay attention and participate in class 3) be present in class 4) manage assignments by starting on assignments as soon as they are assigned 5) study, read, ask questions 6) take notes and 7) do not wait until the night before to study for an examination, study the material each day.
If a student fails a test, they are required to provide explanation for questions they answered incorrectly. On each incorrect question, they must why they chose that answer and why the correct answer is right. If I believe you still do not grasp the concept we will discuss the concept one on one. If a student does not turn in test corrections or workbook pages on the designated due date 5 points will be deducted off the original test or workbook pages.
Final exams will be comprehensive in this course.
All students must abide by the student policy handbook.
Students will be expected to read each unit and complete workbook assignments.
Class time and date:
Lecture: 9:00-10:50 Wednesday
Office Hours:
Monday: 11:00-12:00; 1:00-4:00
Wednesday: 11:00-1:00; 1:00-3:00
Thursday: 9:00-12:00
Friday: By appointment only
Course Design: This is a traditional with online course, and Canvas is the platform software. The course design includes a modular format; each module is comprised of readings, online learning activities, and assignments.
INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING GOALS
o A quality general education curriculum in all associate degree programs.
o Quality freshman and sophomore level courses in arts and sciences which parallel the lower division offerings of four-year colleges and universities.
x Quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees.
o Quality programs and services in support of adult literacy and basic skills development as a mean of workforce enhancement and expanding access to higher education.
PROGRAM PURPOSE STATEMENT
NCTC seeks to implement its goal of providing quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees by offering a coherent sequence of courses with appropriate breadth and depth to prepare students for success in the workforce.
DEPARTMENTAL PURPOSE STATEMENT
The Radiologic Technology department prepares students for licensure, introduces students to advanced imaging modalities, instills value in advanced degrees in the health care profession, and encourages graduates to advanced degrees.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
Course Outcomes: An introduction in patient assessment, infection control procedures, emergency and safety procedures, communication and patient interaction skills, and basic pharmacology.
Student Outcomes:
- Explain general safety in patient care practices.
- Assess patient condition.
- Describe infection control procedures.
- Recognize and respond to emergency situations.
- Identify relevant pharmaceuticals and their applications.
NOTE: Your textbook contains chapter specific objectives that will be helpful in providing direction. Please review these objectives along with the chapters prior to the date scheduled for the content to maximize comprehension and retention of course materials. All of the content within the textbook is testable material for the portion of the course in which it is assigned.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF SUBJECT MATTER FOR EACH LECTURE/DISCUSSION
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DATE
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Topic
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General Description of Subject Matter
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L1
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8/26
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Syllabus / Chapter 1
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Introduction to Radiography
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L2
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9/2
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Finish 1/ Chapter 7
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Safety
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L3
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9/9
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Test- Ch. 1/ Chapter 9
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Infection control Concepts
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L4
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9/16
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Chapter 10
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Preventing Disease Transmission
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L5
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9/23
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TEST- 7, 9, 10
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L6
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9/30
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Chapter 12
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Response to Patients’ Personal and Physical Needs
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L7
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10/7
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Chapter 13
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Patient Assessment
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L8
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10/14
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TEST-12, 13/ Chapter 8
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Patient Transfer
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L9
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10/21
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Chapter 14
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Medical Information
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L10
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10/28
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Chapter 15
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Medication Administration
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L11
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11/4
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TEST-8, 14, 15
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L12
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11/11
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Chapter 16
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Emergency Response
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L14
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11/18
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Chapter 11
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Surgical Aspesis
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L15
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11/25
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THANKSGIVING
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L15
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12/2
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TEST- 16, 11
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L16
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12/9
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FINAL EXAM
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Attendance: Class will be in the form of synchronous online learning. We will all log on to WebEx in canvas at 9 on Mondays to attend lecture. If I don’t finish the course material in the given time period I will post a voice-over PP of the remaining lecture. Synchronous classes will also be recorded if you would like to watch them again at a later date. The student has a responsibility to attend all classes at the designated time of that class. If a student does not, they may be classified as tardy or absent. The following criteria of those classifications are solely those of the instructor of this class.
Because lectures are held only once a week, it is critical for you to be in class. Do not schedule appointments or outside business for this time period. Absences due to illness, accident, etc., will not be excused except with a doctor's note, and notification of the absence must occur no later than 15 minutes prior to class.
Tardiness: Any student arriving after the posted catalogs begin time for the class/lab will be considered tardy. If student is tardy a total of two (2) times, the student will be penalized in the form of one (1) absence. There will be no exceptions to this policy. Students must be prepared and in their seat or otherwise they will be noted as tardy.
Absences: A total of two (2) absences will result in failure of the course and possible dismissal from the program.
TESTING PROCEDURES:
Lecture tests/quizzes may contain multiple choice, true-false, fill-in-the-blank, essay, diagrams, or other testing methods. Test times are outlined in the syllabus. If a change is made from the testing schedule it will be announced in class. Tests will be online through Canvas. Tests will use lockdown browser and respondus monitor. If there is suspected cheating, I have the right to give a 0 for a specific exam.
MAKE-UP EXAMINATIONS:
If for any reason you miss an exam you MUST let me know in advance to reschedule. If you do not inform me that you will miss an exam it will automatically be 20 points off the first time. If it happens again I will not re-open the test.
NOTE: Your textbook contains chapter specific objectives that will be helpful in providing direction. Please review these objectives along with the chapters prior to the date scheduled for the content to maximize comprehension and retention of course materials. All of the content within the textbook is testable material for the portion of the course in which it is assigned
ONLINE BEHAVIOR: Students must participate in classroom activities to gain full benefit from the course. This does not mean that students can be disruptive and interfere with the learning process for their peers. It is important that you respect the right of every student in the classroom to learn. Talking during lecture, shuffling books or papers, leaving or entering the room during lecture, or any other type of disruptive behavior such as cell phones ringing during the lecture time will not be tolerated, and may result in your being asked to leave the classroom. If this should occur, you will not be allowed to return to class that day and it will be treated as an absence.
TESTING PROCEDURES: Lecture tests/quizzes may contain multiple choice, true-false, fill-in-the-blank, essay, diagrams, or other testing methods. Test times are outlined in the syllabus. If a change is made from the testing schedule it will be announced in class.
Software
Canvas is web-based, so there is no need to download any special software on your computer to access the system. However, you will need the following:
- A web browser that is compatible with Canvas, such as Mozilla Firefox
(Recommended)
- A word processing program, such as Microsoft Word (preferred)
- Adobe Acrobat Reader software (http://get.adobe.com/reader/)
- Microsoft PowerPoint Viewer (http://powerpoint-viewer-2010.en.softonic.com/)
- Google Access – Google Drive
- A current anti-virus software
Students are expected to check their email and the Canvas courses at least 3 times each week for announcements and/or important messages. Although email is typically returned within 24 hours, your instructor may take up to 48 hours to respond to an email received during Monday-Friday or up to 72 hours if the email is received on the weekend. Plan accordingly! If you do not receive a reply, check in with instructor to verify received.
Beyond standard NCTC holidays and breaks, the instructor will notify students of any extended periods of time when email contact is not practical (professional meetings, etc). The instructor will be available to meet face-to-face with any interested students at a designated time and place. Office hours vary.
NOTE: If at any point you are having problems understanding the material or have questions, please do not hesitate to discuss your concerns with the course instructor. DO NOT wait until the end of the semester to attempt to salvage a failing grade. Keep a running average of you grades throughout the semester and discuss concerns when the average falls below passing.
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Last day to Withdraw
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For the Fall 2020 semester, the last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is October 30, 2018.
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Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Veterans Services
Covid-19
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The Financial Aid Office is responsible for administering a variety of programs for students who need assistance in financing their education. The first step for financial aid is to complete a FAFSA. For more information, please visit your nearest Financial Aid Office.
In partnership with Student Services, Emergency Management, and Faculty Senate, the Provost’s Office is providing the following advice for faculty regarding wearing face coverings in classrooms.
In a situation where a student attends a class without wearing a face covering over the nose and mouth (and without prior approval through NCTC’s Office of Enrollment Management at [ccove@nctc.edu]ccove@nctc.edu), faculty should first remind the student of the NCTC policy requiring wearing a face covering while on campus. Faculty can provide guidance on getting a mask or face shield from a campus main entrance. Should a student refuse to gain and/or wear the face covering, faculty should ask the student to leave the classroom immediately.
If the student refuses to gain and/or wear a face covering and will not leave the classroom, then there are two options:
1) Dismiss class in order to de-escalate the situation without contacting campus police and then complete a student incident report through a CARES Reporting Form in MyNCTC. The student will not be permitted to return to class until cleared through the Dean of Student Affairs. This is the preferred option.
2) Contact campus police should the situation turn confrontational and disruptive to the educational environment. After class, complete a CARES Reporting Form about the incident. A decision on if the student will return will be made after a review of the incident. Police Officers and public safety support personnel can be reached for each campus by calling (940) 668-4270 and selecting the appropriate number from the automated system. If there is an immediate threat to life safety - dial 911.
NCTC employees, including faculty and staff, are not expected to put themselves at risk while enforcing college policies. Students are also not expected to be responsible for other students’ conduct.
Faculty who have questions, concerns, or comments, should contact their deans or feel free to message me directly at bking@nctc.edu.
Additional COVID-19 information is available at http://www.nctc.edu/coronavirus/index.html.
Syllabi statement regarding potential Conversion of Onsite Classes to Online/Remote Format: North Central Texas College students should be aware that in the event of a college closure due to COVID-19, onsite classes will be converted to an online/remote format. Students should plan ahead to ensure they have access to the computer equipment (either PC, MAC, or tablet), webcam, and internet connectivity to continue their classes in an online/remote format. Please read all your official North Central Texas College student emails as the transition from onsite to online/remote might require a reorganization in your personal situation. Students will be granted a 72-hour transition and grace period. Online classes will continue as scheduled without disruption. Wear a mask, stay safe, and contact your Instructor as the situation arises. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.
Syllabi Statement Regarding Face Coverings: Per the North Central Texas College guidance on face coverings on campus, in the instructional setting, faculty and students must wear face coverings, such as masks or face shields. Students without coverings, or those who do not comply with the rules relating to face coverings, will not be able to participate in on-campus classroom activities. To request an exception to this requirement, students should contact the NCTC HR Office of Enrollment Management (ccove@nctc.edu). Failure to comply with the face coverings requirement may result in the Instructor directing the student to leave the classroom. Any student asked to leave the classroom may be referred to the student conduct officer. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.
Temporary COVID-19 Attendance Policy for Face-to-Face Meetings: We are facing an unprecedented situation in which all of us must be flexible and make prudent decisions in the best interest of our families, our campus, and our community. In light of this, North Central Texas College is temporarily establishing the requirement that faculty keep records of student attendance for face-to-face course meetings as well as a documented seating chart. In addition, students who are sick or need to quarantine should not attend classes. Students will not be required to provide formal documentation from a health care provider and will not be penalized for COVID-19 related absences when proper notification to campus health officials is made in accordance with the guidelines stated below.
Faculty will:
- Notify students about important course information and delivery changes through Canvas and campus email.
Students should:
- Provide notification to campus officials (via NCTC Daily Health Check protocol through Canvas) if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have to quarantine so we can confirm reported absence with instructors, monitor, and assist the campus community.
- Notify instructors in advance of the absence.
- Connect with that class through Webex if the class session is being transmitted in a hybrid fashion.
- Keep up with and/or make up missed classwork or assignments.
- Submit assignments digitally through Canvas or other means as announced by your instructor.
- Work with their instructors to reschedule exams, labs, and other critical academic activities described in the course syllabus.
- Check Canvas and campus email daily to receive important announcements pertaining to the course.
During this period, faculty with face-to-face meetings will establish assigned seating/work stations to facilitate roll-taking, and, if necessary, contact tracing. Additionally, we ask all members of the College community to be attentive to their health, and safeguard others, by following the CDC’s guideline to “stay home when you are sick.” You should stay home if you have symptoms. More information on what to do if you are sick is available at the CDC’s website.
Additional NCTC information is available at http://www.nctc.edu/coronavirus/index.html
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Disability Services (OSD)
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The Office for Students with Disabilities provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. A disability is anything that can interfere with learning, such as a learning disability, psychological challenge, physical illness, or injury. Accommodations may include extra time on tests, tests in a distraction reduced environment, volunteer note-taker in class, etc.
The North Central Texas College’s (NCTC) Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) is committed to assisting students with accommodations related to all disabilities, including COVID-19. Any student that feels they require accommodations related to COVID-19 are encouraged to contact the OSD office by email at kwsmith@nctc.edu and/or ysandmann@nctc.edu for a virtual intake session. As with all disability-related accommodations, documentation is required, and reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. NCTC also has a CARES Team and a student can also request advising assistance by contacting cares.nctc.edu or counseling@nctc.edu for information and/or assistance related to special advising and/or counseling referrals.
On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 in the Administration (100) Building or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound and online campuses should call 940-668-4209 to arrange for an intake appointment with OSD.
North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112).
http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx
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Early Alert and CARES
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The NCTC Early Alert program has been established to assist students who are at risk of failing or withdrawing from a course. Your instructor may refer you to this program if you are missing assignments, failing tests, excessively absent, or have personal circumstances impacting your academic performance. If submitted as an Early Alert you will be notified via your NCTC e-mail address and then contacted by a Counseling and Testing advisor or counselor to discuss possible strategies for completing your course successfully.
The NCTC CARES (Campus Assessment Response Evaluation Services) Team addresses behavior which may be disruptive, harmful or pose a threat to to the health and safety of the NCTC community-such as stalking, harassment, physical or emotional abuse, violent or threatening behavior, or self-harm. As a student, you have the ability to report concerning behavior which could impact your own safety or the safety of another NCTC student. Just click the NCTC CARES Team logo posted on MyNCTC, or send an e-mail to CARESTeam@nctc.edu. As always, if you feel there is an immediate threat to your own safety or welfare (or to another student), please call 911 immediately.
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Support Services
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Counseling and Testing staff offer a variety of services to current and prospective students, such as College 101, placement testing, academic advising and course registration, transfer assistance, and College Success seminars (Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, Choosing a Major, Learning Style Strategies, Career Exploration), and much more. http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/CounselingTesting.aspx
Student Success offers academic coaching, tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, free 24/7 online tutoring through Grade Results and assist new students acclimate to college by providing computer lab services for prospective students. First generation students can also participate in TRIO which offers specialized support services.
http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices.aspx
Financial Aid offers financial resources for students that qualify, visit the financial aid offices for more information. http://www.nctc.edu/FInancialAidHome.aspx
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Scholastic Integrity
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Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion. See Student Handbook “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct [FLB (LOCAL)]” #20 on page 175.
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