School Of Professional And Continuing Studies . - Springfield College
School of Professional andContinuing StudiesStudent Handbook2017-2018
Greetings!We are glad you are part of the learning community of Springfield College’s School of Professional andContinuing Studies.As a learning community, we are a bridge that connects the experiences that you have had in the pastwith the opportunities that you will have in the future. During your studies in School of Professional andContinuing Studies, you assess what you have already learned, clarify where you want to be personallyand professionally, and identify how to get there—a process that involves not just a couple of years offormal education, but a lifetime of learning to be all that you are meant to be as a human being incommunity.And as a learning community, the School needs to establish guidelines by which we all can learn andlive together and by which we can encourage honesty and integrity as individuals and as a community.Thus, the School of Professional and Continuing Studies Student Handbook is presented for thosepurposes.The School of Professional and Continuing Studies Student Handbook is a reference tool and a guideto policies and procedures for all campuses of the School. As a member of the learning community ofthe School, you are responsible to adhere to all the policies included in the Handbook. Therefore,please read the contents carefully. If you have any questions in regard to the policies, feel free tocontact me or the appropriate personnel at your campus.I wish you success in moving toward your personal and professional goals through the learningexperiences in the School of Professional and Continuing Studies,Sincerely,John A. Eisler, Ph.D.Deani
Welcome!I would like to welcome you to Springfield College’s School of Professional and Continuing Studies. TheSchool of Professional and Continuing Studies has a thirty year history of creating an educationalenvironment that fosters collective learning and student success. Because of our commitment to YOU,our entire staff: faculty, administrators and support personnel look forward to supporting you duringeach juncture of your educational journey.There is no student question, concern or thought that we consider insignificant. We value the varied lifeand community work that each of you bring to this adult learning environment as well as the knowledgeyou have gained from these experiences. Hence, through our student support services we will assistyou in facilitating the appropriate personal, professional and career development that you need toachieve your goals.Best wishes for a successful academic year.Sincerely,Camille Butterfield ElliottAssociate Director for Student Servicesii
Back to the Table of Contents Springfield College Phone NumbersCollege Administrative Offices263 Alden StreetSpringfield, MA 01109Office of the Dean, School of Professional and Continuing Studies . 413/748-3985Business Office .413/748-3183Financial Aid Office.413/748-3112Registrar’s Office .413/748-3530Babson Library . 800/730-LBRYSchool of Professional and Continuing Studies CampusesSpringfield College BostonThe Schrafft Center529 Main Street, Suite 1M4Boston, MA 02129Phone (617) 242-3361Toll Free (866) 272-9056School of Professional and ContinuingStudies Springfield Campus263 Alden StreetSpringfield, MA 01109-3797Phone (413) 748-3204Toll Free (800) 727-0004Springfield College Charleston4390 Belle Oaks Drive, Suite 200North Charleston, SC 29405Phone (843) 554-7244Toll Free (866) 272-6004Springfield College St. Johnsbury347 Emerson Falls Road, Suite 2St. Johnsbury, VT 05819-9179Phone (802) 748-5402Toll Free (800) 441-1812Springfield College Houston2122 E. Governors CircleHouston, TX 77092Phone (713) 681-1120Toll Free (866) 252-8801Springfield College Tampa Bay10117 Princess Palm Avenue, Second floorTampa, FL 33610-8302Phone (813) 626-3831Toll Free (800) 724-2778Springfield College MilwaukeeThe Timbers Tannery Business Center700 W. Virginia Street, Suite 500Milwaukee, WI 53204Phone (414) 276-2300Toll Free (866) 271-2983Springfield College Wilmington1007 West Orange Street, Suite 500Wilmington, DE 19801Phone (302) 658-5720Toll Free (800) 506-9270Springfield College Southern California17542 E. 17th Street, Suite 200Tustin, CA 92780Toll Free (888) 316-5111iii
Table of ContentsSpringfield College Phone Numbers . iiiCollege Administrative Offices . iiiSpringfield College Mission. 5School of Professional and Continuing Studies Mission . 5Our Goals and Objectives are: . 5Statements of Importance. 7Notice of Non-Discrimination . 7Identification Cards . 7Official Communication. 7Instant Communication Related to Emergencies. 8Academic Policies . 9Class Attendance Policy - Classes Held On Campus . 9Class Attendance Policy - Evening Classes Held On Campus . 9Class Attendance Policy - Online Classes . 10Class Absence Due to Religious Observance . 10Face to Face Course Participation . 10Online Course Participation . 11Pre-Course Assignments . 11Course Registration and Attendance . 11Auditing a Course . 11Nonmatriculated Students . 12Add/Drop. 12Leave of Absence . 13Withdrawal . 13Tuition Refund . 14Federal Financial Aid Refund Policy . 14Credit Balance Refund . 15Non-Payment . 15Course Cancellation. 15Grading . 16Incomplete Grade . 16Change of Grade. 17Repeating a Course . 17Course Overload. 17Grade Appeal. 17Grievance . 181
Undergraduate Academic Progress Policy . 19Academic Review . 19Academic Standing . 19Academic Standing Status Categories . 20Academic Dismissal Readmission. 21Appeal Process . 22Graduate Academic Progress Policy . 23Academic Review . 23Academic Standing Status Categories . 23Appeal Process for Academic Dismissal . 24Academic Dismissal Appeal Readmission . 25Academic Honesty and Integrity . 26Basic Policy . 26The Practice of Academic Honesty. 26Academic Honesty in Course Exercises . 26Use of Sources . 26Laboratory Work and Assignments . 27Creative Work . 27Examinations, Quizzes, and Tests . 27Internships or Fieldwork . 27Learning Portfolios . 27College Documents and Records . 28Procedures for Suspected Violations of the Academic Honesty Policy . 28Appeal Processes. 30Academic Integrity Committee . 30Academic Honors . 31Commencement. 31Dean’s List . 32Honor Society . 32Credit Requests for Professional Licenses, Certifications and Trainings . 33Health Insurance Policy (for Massachusetts campuses only) . 33Immunization Requirements Policy (for Massachusetts campuses only) . 33School of Professional and Continuing Studies Procedures. 34Registration . 34Billing and Payment Options . 34Graduation Petitions . 35Class Cancellation Due to Inclement Weather. 35Request for Refund of Portfolio Fee . 35Financial Aid . 36General Information and Policies. 36Financial Aid Forms . 38Important Dates . 38Financial Aid Application Checklist. 392
Student Services Information . 40Academic Advising . 40Academic Support Services . 40Appropriate Attire on Campus . 41Child Care . 41Mobile Devices in the Classroom . 41Learning Management System . 41Library Services . 42Smoke Free Environment . 43Support Services for Students with Disabilities . 43Section 504 Disability Grievance Procedure . 43Veterans Administration Benefits . 49Code of Conduct Policies . 50Abuse of College Resources Policy . 50Alcohol and Drug Policy . 50Discrimination/Harassment Policy . 53Endangering Behavior Policy . 59Financial Obligations . 60Firearms/Weapons. 61Gambling Policy . 61Hazing Policy and State Law . 61Identification Card Policy . 63Interference with the Student Conduct Process . 64Mandatory Leave/Mandatory Withdrawal Process . 64Medical Amnesty Policy . 65Medical Clearance Policy . 66Release of Personally Identifiable Information and Student Records Policy . 67Responsible Use of Information Technologies Policy . 68Computer Code of Ethics/Acceptable use of Campus Network and Computing Systems. 70Solicitation Policy . 71Student Demonstration Policy . 71Theft Policy . 72Vandalism/Damage Policy. 72Guide to Community Standards Process . 73Preamble to the Code of Conduct. 73Code of Conduct . 73Student Responsibilities . 75Student Code of Conduct . 75APPENDIX A . 833
APPENDIX B . 84I. INTRODUCTION . 84II. PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POLICY . 84III. COORDINATION WITH NON-DISCRIMINATION . 86IV. DEFINITION OF Gender-Based Misconduct . 88V. Resources . 92VI. Reporting. 93VII. Interim Remedies . 97VIII. Title IX Review . 98IX. Initiating a Complaint . 100X. Procedures for Addressing Complaints Against Students . 101XI. Procedures for Addressing Complaints Against . 107Employees . 107XII. Procedures for Addressing Complaints Against a Non-Member Of the Springfield College Community . 113This edition of the School of Professional and Continuing Studies Student Handbook is in effect as ofSeptember 1, 2017. It replaces all previous editions of the Student HandbookThe contents of the Student Handbook are not to be interpreted as an irrevocable contract between thestudent and Springfield College. All policies and procedures in this handbook were accurate at the time ofpublication. Changes that occur after this publication will be described in official College documents thatsupersede all information in this handbook. Questions regarding interpretation of any policy or procedureshould be directed to the Office of the Dean.4
Back to the Table of Contents Springfield College MissionThe mission of Springfield College is to educate students in spirit, mind and body forleadership in service to humanity.School of Professional and ContinuingStudies MissionIn accord with the mission of Springfield College, the mission of the School of Professionaland Continuing Studies is to provide broadly accessible higher education in humanservices for adult learners that embodies the principles of humanics, communitypartnership, and academic excellence to achieve social and economic justice.Our Goals and Objectives are:To provide an educational experience that . . . is recognized as having special strengths in social analysis, critical thinking, communication skills,and leadership for social and economic change; responds to student, workplace, and community needs; incorporates the knowledge adult learners bring to the classroom through collaborative learning andcritical reflection.To recruit, enroll and graduate highly motivated students who are committed to the distinctivephilosophy of the College and the School, and who . . . are economically and culturally diverse and have been historically denied access to highereducation; reflect regional demographics; can and will engage in an education to help achieve economic and social justice.To create and maintain mutually beneficial alliances with communities and organizations that . . provide an environment where the human services community gathers to reflect and shareknowledge and experience; provide resources and information to build and sustain organizations designed to serve communityhuman service needs; provide fieldwork opportunities for students and faculty.5
Back to the Table of Contents To help society achieve social and economic justice by generating new knowledge about. human services; adult teaching and learning; development and change in local, national and global communities.To establish and maintain working and learning environments that . . . attract, develop, support, and retain competent faculty, administrators and staff who are committedto the School’s mission; provide clean and attractive facilities as well as systems and equipment to support the programs ofthe School; foster meeting the objectives of the School through teamwork; clearly define roles, responsibilities and authority; encourage open, clear, comprehensive, and timely communication; acknowledge talent and creativity among faculty, administrators, staff, and students.6
Back to the Table of Contents Statements of ImportanceNotice of Non-DiscriminationSpringfield College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion,national or ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteranstatus, or any other legally protected basis in admission and access to, and employment and treatmentin, its programs and activities.Inquiries regarding the application of this Notice of Non-Discrimination and Springfield College’s nondiscrimination policies may be referred to the following: Miriam Siegel, Director of Human Resources, Administration Building, 263 Alden Street,Springfield, MA 01109-3797, Telephone: 413-748-3118, Email: mjsiegel@springfieldcollege.edu;Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, Telephone: 1-800-421-3481; orBoston Office, Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 8th Floor, 5 Post OfficeSquare, Boston, MA 02109-3921, Telephone: 617-289-0111, Email: OCR.Boston@ed.govThe Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinator and Coordinator of the Age Discrimination Act of 1975is Miriam Siegel, Director of Human Resources, Administration Building, 263 Alden Street, Springfield,MA 01109-3797, Telephone: 413-748-3118, Email: mjsiegel@springfieldcollege.eduThe Coordinator of Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972 is Rebecca Edwards, Title IXCoordinator & Access Officer, Campus Union Suite 325, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA 01109-3797,Telephone: 413-748-3248, Email: redwards2@springfieldcollege.eduThe Coordinator of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is Rebecca Edwards, Title IXCoordinator & Access Officer, Richard B. Flynn Campus Union, 263 Alden Street, Springfield, MA01109-3797, Telephone: 413-748-3248, Email: redwards2@springfieldcollege.eduIdentification CardsAll students are required to have a Springfield College Identification (ID) Card containing an assignedstudent identification number, which should be in their possession at all times. This card is used foridentification purposes in accessing College building and grounds, borrowing material from BabsonLibrary, and attendin
Springfield College Charleston . 4390 Belle Oaks Drive, Suite 200 . North Charleston, SC 29405 . Phone (843) 554-7244 . Toll Free (866) 272-6004 . Springfield College Houston . 2122 E. Governors Circle . Houston, TX 77092 . Phone (713) 681-1120 . Toll Free (866) 252-8801 . Springfield College Milwaukee . The Timbers Tannery Business Center
CAA Approved Continuing Professional Development Policy September 2016 Page 3 of 6 Appendix 1 Terms and Conditions for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) These terms and conditions apply to all Practicing Professional, Non-practicing Professional and Active members of the Canadian Avalanche Association. Members
Continuing rofessiona deeoment and your registration 3 About this document We have written this document to provide information and guidance to registrants about our requirements for continuing professional development (CPD). All registrants must meet our standards for continuing professional development. We carry
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Continuing Professional Development Guidance and Demonstration. . Our online Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme helps you to develop your career plan and reflect on your learning and work. CPD is all about your skills, knowledge and expertise and will show employers that you’re serious about keeping these
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) as required by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) Registration standard: Continuing Professional Development1. The NMBA require nurses and midwives to take a structured approach to their CPD, assess their practice against the Standards for Practice and identify priority
This volume offers a global view of innovations in the continuing professional development (CPD) of teachers. The papers reflect the nature of teacher development as a lifelong experience extending from initial training to throughout the whole teacher’s career, and represent the wide range of needs and contexts to which continuing professional development programmes respond. There is .
GUIDELINES ON CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND RENEWAL OF REGISTRATION The Rules on Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Renewal of Registration were initially published in the Government Gazette No. 28328 of December 2005. The CPD system has been well established since the implementation of a formal system in January 2006.
