SCHUYLKILL TECHNOLOGY CENTER
101 Technology Drive, Frackville, PA 17931
(570) 874-1034 or Fax (570) 874-4028
www.stcenters.org
Practical Nursing Program
Date:
School Year 2015 - 2016
From:
Mrs. Cindy Schucker, MSN, M.Ed., RN
Practical Nursing Coordinator
To:
Practical Nursing Program Applicants
Subject:
Practical Nursing Program Information Packet
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Thank
you for your interest in our Practical Nursing Program at Schuylkill Technology
Center~North Campus, Frackville, PA (STC). The Practical Nursing Program consists of one full time
day program beginning in July of each calendar year. Please contact the Practical Nursing Program
at
570-874-1034, Extension 4881 for the next available class being offered.
The
full time day program
will take one year to complete and is comprised of four terms.
Students attending the day program receive theory at STC Monday thru Friday from 8:00 AM to 2:30
PM. Approximately 3-4 weeks into the program students receive theory on Monday and Friday at STC
with the clinical rotation on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (6:45 AM - 2:15 PM) for 3 terms. Term
IV theory and clinical rotation days will vary.
If you have any questions, please contact the Practical Nursing Program at 570-874-1034,
Extension 4881.
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An Equal Opportunity Educational Facility
SCHUYLKILL TECHNOLOGY CENTER
101 Technology Drive, Frackville, PA 17931
(570) 874-1034 or Fax (570) 874-4028
Memo
From:
Heather Boyer
Postsecondary Program Specialist
To:
Practical Nursing Program Applicants
Subject:
Practical Nursing Program Pre-Admission Assessment Exam
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NOTE: You must complete the Pre-Assessment process before submitting an application to the
Practical Nursing Program.
To register for the next pre-admission exam, please contact Heather Boyer
at
570-874-1034, Extension 4885 or at
[email protected]
.
This pre-admission test will be administered at
the Schuylkill Technology Center-North Campus and will last approximately 2 hours. There is no
charge for the pre-admission assessment and academic remediation.
All applicants for the Schuylkill Technology Center Practical Nursing Program will be
required to take a pre-admission assessment in Reading, Mathematics, and English. The purpose of
the pre-admission exam is to evaluate whether you have the academic skills and aptitude necessary
to successfully complete the program. The assessment will determine if academic remediation is
necessary. Generally remediation is a minimum of four sessions per area; however, additional
remediation may be required. Upon successful completion of remediation, you will be required to
retest. If remediation is not required, you can proceed and contact the Practical Nursing Office at
570-874-1034, Extension 4881.
When you have successfully completed the pre-admission assessment, you can then submit
your application/application fee to the Practical Nursing Office.
Thank you.
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An Equal Opportunity Educational Facility
Schuylkill Technology Center
North Campus
Practical Nursing Program
Program Catalog
101 Technology Drive
Frackville, PA 17931
(570) 874-1034, Extension 4881
FAX: (570) 874-4028
www.stcenters.org
Practical Nursing Program
**********INSTITUTIONAL MISSION STATEMENT**********
The mission of the Schuylkill Technology Center is to enable the student to acquire the attitudes, knowledge, skills, and values necessary to become a life-long learner and a productive citizen of a global economy by developing an
educational pathway for excellence driven by a partnership with education, business, industry, government, family, and the community.
**********INSTITUTIONAL BELIEF STATEMENT**********
The Schuylkill Technology Center believes that: Education is the responsibility of the student, parent, teachers, and the community
All individuals can learn, but learning occurs at different rates through diversified learning styles
Individuals are more successful when they are active participants and demonstrate learning
Individuals are more successful when they set goals, make choices, and accept responsibility
Individuals enrich their learning by participating in family, school, and community activities
Humanity prospers when people work together
Diversity enhances growth and strengthens society
Excellence is achievable and a worthwhile investment
Learning is a life-long process that is essential for economic stability
The future of our society depends on the effectiveness of a high-quality education
**********INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES**********
The Schuylkill Technology Center is an integral part of the educational process and is reflective of the local educational culture. The faculty and staff of the Schuylkill Technology Centers choose to articulate tomorrow’s educational challenges through curriculum, human relations, business, industry, and the community as identified by the internal and external needs assessment. Therefore, the Schuylkill Technology Centers embrace the following
institutional outcomes for each graduate:
Mathematical, verbal, and written communication skills
Rigorous performance-based skills
Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
Work ethic and civic responsibility skills
Lifelong learning skills
*********ACCREDITIONALS/APPROVALS**********
ACCREDITATION (For information about national and program accreditations, contact the institution.)
Accredited by Pennsylvania State Board of Vocational Education, Bureau of Career and Technical Education
APPROVALS
Approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education
Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
United States Department of Education for Pell Grants and for participation in the Federal Family Education Loan Program
Pennsylvania Department of Education for Veterans Training
Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation for training of rehabilitation students
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Practical Nursing Program Coordinator
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Cindy Schucker, M. Ed, MSN, RN, Coordinator~ MSN, University of PhoenixM. ED., Penn State University
BSN, Penn State University ~ RN, Pottsville Hospital School Nursing
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Practical Nursing Program Staff
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Lisa Shustack ~ MSN, University of Phoenix ~ BSN, RN Cedar Crest CollegeKimberly O’Neill~ BSN, RN Lycoming College
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Practical Nursing Program Part-Time Staff
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Amanda Gallagher---BSN, Penn State University, ADN, Lehigh Carbon Community CollegeMary Scheetz BSN, Penn State University, RN, Pottsville Hospital School of Nursing
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Practical Nursing Program Secretary
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Lisa Bickelman
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STC Practical Nursing Program
*********ADMISSIONS*********
Practical Nursing Program Requirements
In order to be considered for admissions to the Schuylkill Technology Center’s (STC) Practical Nursing Program, you must be a graduate of an accredited high school or possess a General Education Diploma (GED) and successfully complete STC’s admission/application process. Classes begin in July and approximately 40 students are selected for the class. Applicants who successfully complete these requirements are considered for admission to the next available class.
ADMISSION PROCESS
I. Pre-Admission Assessment Exam
A. All applicants for the Practical Nursing Program will be required to take a pre-admission assessment in reading, Mathematics, and English. The purpose of the pre-admission exam is to evaluate whether you have the academic skills and aptitude necessary to successfully complete the program. The assessment will determine if academic remediation is necessary. Generally remediation is a minimum of four sessions per area; however, additional remediation may be required.
B. Upon successful completion of remediation, if needed, you will be required to retest. When appropriate or if remediation is not required, you can proceed and contact the Practical Nursing Office at 570-874-1034, ext.4881 for application information.
C. To register for your pre-admission exam, please contact Heather Boyerat 570-874-1034, Extension 4885 or at[email protected] thenext available test dates and times. The assessment exam is administered at the Schuylkill Technology Center-North Campus, Frackville and will last approximately 2 hours. There is no charge for the pre-admission assessment and academic remediation. Upon successfully passing the pre-admission exam, you will be recommended to the Practical Nursing Office for testing.
II. Application Process
A. At this time you may request an application by calling the Practical Nursing Office at 570-874-1034, Extension 4881. Submit your $80.00 non-refundable processing fee. to STC-Practical Nursing Program, 101 Technology Drive, Frackville, PA 17931. Check or money order (NO CASH) should be made payable to Schuylkill Technology Center.
B. Request official copies of your high school transcript or GED scores to be sent to the PN Office.
C. Upon receipt application/application fee, and high school transcript or GED scores you will be notified of a testing date for the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS), which will be administered as a paper/pencil test at the Schuylkill Technology Center, Frackville and will take approximately 4 hours.
D. The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) measures basic essential skills in the academic domains of Reading, Mathematics, and English and language usage. The test is intended for use primarily with adult nursing program applicant populations. The objectives assessed on TEAS are those which nurse educators deemed most appropriate and relevant to measure entry level skills and abilities of nursing program applicants. The TEAS is a 170-item, four option, and multiple-choice assessment. To prepare in an organized and efficient manner, you should know what to expect from the real assessment.
Content Area Number of Test Items Amount of Time Allotted
Reading 48 58 minutes
Mathematics 34 51 minutes
English and Language Usage 34 35 minutes
TOTAL 116 144 MINUTES
E. Two products are available to help as you prepare for the TEAS Assessment: TEAS Study Manual (highly recommended) and the Online Practice Assessment. For a complete student package, both may be purchased at
www.atitesting.com/onlinestore or review the free practice site on ATI’s website.
III. Acceptance Process
A. Admission to the Practical Nursing Program is competitive based upon the TEAS results and educational background. Classes of approximately 40 students are selected for the July class. Students will be notified of their admission by mail.
B. In order to be considered for selection/acceptance, applicants will be required to submit a completed PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Background Check (Fingerprinting), and a PA Child Abuse History Clearance and Drug Screening. Please note: Individuals who have a positive criminal history may be denied admission to the Practical Nursing Program. Also a criminal record may be a potential barrier to completing the program, receiving permission to take the state licensing examination and obtaining a practical nursing license. It is the student’s responsibility to inform the program coordinator of any criminal infraction which occurs while a student is attending STC.
C.
Once an applicant is selected they will need to submit a non-refundable enrollment deposit (currently $275.00) in order to be accepted. CPR training will be offered to accepted students at STC and they will be notified of dates and fees.STC Practical Nursing Program
The Practical Nursing Program is held at the North Campus in Frackville and is available on a full time basis. The day division covers a 12 month period with enrollment beginning in July of each calendar year. Employment opportunities for LPN’s are available in hospitals, clinics, prisons, schools, public health agencies, doctor’s offices, extended care facilities and private homes. LPN’s can also continue their education to enter professional nursing and other health care fields. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to sit for the National Council Licensing Examination (NCLEX-PN). Success in the examination qualifies graduates to function as licensed practical nurses.
Program of Learning
Anatomy & Physiology ~ 97hr.
A study of basic anatomy and physiology of all body systems is prefaced with a brief introduction to the principles of chemistry, microbiology and physics as they relate to body physiology.
Family Centered Health Care ~ 60hr.
This course deals with the normal physical, psychological, and social patterns of development from conception through adolescence. Included are theory and related clinical experience in the care of mothers, newborn infants, and children.
Geriatrics ~ 32hr.
A study of the concepts, theories and characteristics of aging. The student is introduced to the programs available to help the elderly maintain quality of life. Death and dying are presented with an emphasis on the role of the care provider as he/she relates to the event and significant other.
Mental Health Nursing ~ 24hr.
An introduction of basic mental health nursing as it relates to the total health of the patients. Theories of crisis intervention, mental defense mechanisms, and basic communication techniques are presented. The student is introduced to the more common mental health disorders and their treatment modalities, including medications.
Nursing I ~ 93hr.
A study of theory and clinical practice of basic bedside nursing care. Course emphasizes the principles underlying
procedures, development of skills in patient observation, effective communication and utilization of principles of teaching to help achieve patient, family and community health. Note: Includes 17 hours of lab/Clinical hours.
Nursing II ~ 27hr.
A study of theory and clinical practice of advanced nursing care. This course emphasizes the principles underlying
procedures, development of skills in therapeutic measures, and preparation of the patient for diagnostic tests. Note: Includes 9 hours of lab/Clinical hours.
Nursing III ~ 208hr.
A study of specific diseases and disorders affecting the various body systems of adults and children that includes common symptoms, diagnostic studies, treatment regimens (including diet therapy and related pharmacology), and nursing care as it relates to that specific disorder. Note: Includes 16 hours of lab/clinical hours and 18 hours of NCLEX Review.
Nursing IV ~ 25hr.
A study of basic leadership skills in geriatric settings is discussed. Observations of roles of Treatment Nurse, Clinical Manager and/or Charge Nurse are scheduled for the students. Various cultural aspects will be studied, as well as community services available to the public. Immunological disorders, cancer & AIV are discussed, including the pathology, etiology and treatment options.
Pharmacology ~ 114hr.
Students will learn the fundamental principles of drug action; develop skills to administer specific drugs used in the
treatment, prevention, and diagnosis of disease; and develop the ability to implement appropriate nursing actions to maximize the desired outcomes of therapy. Note: Includes 12 hours of lab/Clinical hours.
Personal and Vocational Relations ~ 40hr.
The student is oriented to Practical Nursing and the health delivery system. A study of vocational, legal, and ethical aspects of nursing preparation for the world of work; and the process of applying for licensure and the NCLEX are included.
Clinical Practicum ~ 771hr.
Each clinical term is an entity unto itself with unique experiences that enable the student to apply skills in a specific clinical setting.
STC Practical Nursing Program
Program of Learning
The Practical Nursing Program consists of 1545 hours. Students receive 720 hours of theory and 825 hours of clinical exposure.
This program encompasses the giving of direct patient care, recording data, performing treatments, assisting with restoration of function, and administration of medications. Practical Nursing also involves participation in assessment of planning,
implementation, and evaluation of nursing care in all settings where nursing takes place.
Theory and laboratory sessions are held at the Schuylkill Technology Center ~ North Campus in Frackville. Clinical experience is concurrent and/or sequential to theory, and is scheduled at Rest Haven in Schuylkill Haven, Schuylkill Center Genesis Eldercare, Schuylkill Medical Center-East Norwegian Street and Schuylkill Medical Center-South Jackson Street in Pottsville, Broad Mt. Manor Nursing & Rehab Center and STC School Nurse, Frackville, Schuylkill IU 29 Early Intervention Preschool, Schuylkill IU 29 Maple Avenue, Schuylkill Learning Academy Maple Avenue, Marlin. Reliable transportation is imperative to proper learning.
*********GRADING*********
Students are required to complete each “Term” with a satisfactory minimum grade of 80% in each “Theory” course of study, and satisfactory grade in the “Clinical Practicum” for the term.
Passing Grade - 80% in Theory Performance 1. Grading Scale:
94 - 100 = A 87 - 93 = B 80 - 86 = C 79 - Failure
2. Numerical grades are used for theory achievement, as well as reports, and care plans, pass or fail is used for clinical achievement. 3. Final grade for Academic Achievement is determined by:
A. Written Exams B. Class Presentations C. Class Projects
This grading policy is refined to meet program guidelines and all requirements of the Schuylkill Technology Center’s grading policy. The student must achieve an 80% in all theory courses required, as well as a satisfactory grade in the clinical practicum in each term. Students who have failed or withdrawn are readmitted on a space-available basis only in accordance with the Practical Nursing Program policies.
*********FINANCIAL AID*********
The Schuylkill Technology Center recognizes the expense of a quality education and encourages students to apply for all available financial aid. The Financial Aid Office assists students in applying for federal grants, loans, and the Veterans Administration Program. Other agencies providing funding are Team PA Career Link and the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation. Financing opportunities available to qualified students include: Federal Pell Grants, Subsidized Federal Stafford Loans, Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans, and Federal Plus Loans.
*Tuition and fees are established by the Schuylkill Intermediate Unit Board of Directors. The tuition and fee schedule for the current year is listed below.
2014-2015*Tuition & Fee Schedule
Program Start Date Length Cost
Practical Nursing Full Time Day March August
12 months (1545 hours)
$12,360.00
(Does not include textbooks, uniforms, clearances, medical, lab & test fees)
*The tuition and fee schedule is subject to change on June/July 1 of each year. In the event that a student fails to pay the term tuition payment in full (less any approved PELL, GSL, or Scholarship Awards), the student will not be permitted to continue attending classes.
Definition of an Academic Year: PN Program – 48 weeks/1545 clock hours. When determining refunds, the following fees will be considered NON-REFUNDABLE
$80* ($30 Application Fee and $50 Pre-entrance Test Fee)
$275.00* Enrollment Deposit Fee (Lab/Test Fees)
All books, uniforms, medical, lab, and test fees
For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at www.stcenters.org
Schuylkill Technology Center
Post~Secondary
Schuylkill Technology Center ~ North Campus
101 Technology Drive
Frackville, PA 17931
(570) 874-1034
FAX: (570) 874-4028
Schuylkill Technology Center ~ South Campus
17 Maple Avenue
Marlin, PA 17951
(570) 544-4748
FAX: (570)544-3895
Important Telephone NumbersNorth Campus (570) 874-1034 South Campus (570) 544-4748 Pre-Admissions Testing Ext. 4885
Admissions: Ext. 4881 Job Placement: Ext. 3116
Student Accounts Office Ext. 4814 Fax: 544-3895
Job Placement: Ext. 4816 Practical Nursing Office Ext. 4881
Fax 874-4028
Financial Aid Coordinator Email address: [email protected]
717-464-7050 Ext. 7115
Airport Campus
Tractor Trailer Program 544-4904 Heavy Equipment Operator 544-4904
Fax 544-4952
*********NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
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The Schuylkill Intermediate Unit #29 will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices, based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, union membership, or any other legally protected category. This policy is in accordance with state law, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, and with federal law, including Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The Schuylkill Intermediate Unit’s commitment to non-discriminatory practices extends to prospective students and employees, current students and employees, parents of students, community members, and representatives of outside agencies.
Schuylkill Intermediate Unit employees, community members, and agency representatives who have a complaint of harassment or discrimination or who seek information about accommodations for individuals with disabilities should contact Dr. Diane M. Niederriter, Executive Director, Equal Rights and Opportunities Director, Schuylkill Intermediate Unit #29, PO Box 130, 17 Maple Avenue, MarLin, PA 17951, telephone number 570.544.9131, or fax number 570.544.6412.
The TEAS®V
(Test of Essential Academic Skills)
Purpose of the TEAS®V
The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS®V) measures basic essential skills in the academic area domains of Reading, Mathematics, and English and language usage. The test is intended for use primarily with adult nursing program applicant populations. The objectives assessed on TEAS®V are those which nurse educators deemed most appropriate and relevant to measure entry level skills and abilities of nursing program applicants.
The TEAS®V is a 116-item, three-option, multiple-choice assessment. To prepare in an organized and efficient manner, you should know what to expect from the real assessment.
Content Area Number of Test Items Amount of Time Allotted
Reading 48 58 minutes
Mathematics 34 51 minutes
English and Language Usage 34 34 minutes
Total 116 143 minutes
*116 questions will be scored.
Two products are available to help as you prepare for the TEAS®V Assessment: Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS®V) Study Guide)
The study manual is written specifically to address the needs of students preparing to take the TEAS®V or those who need additional help after testing.
Strategies: “Your Guide to Classroom & Test Taking Success” (This book is available for test taking strategies.
Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS®V) Online Practice Assessment
The TEAS®V Online Practice Assessment is available for students desiring additional test preparation material.
For a complete student preparation package, the TEAS®V Online Practice Assessment and the TEAS®V Study Guide and book may be purchased at www.atitesting.com/onlinestore .
Answers your Important Questions
The Guide will also answer your two most urgent questions:
What is on the TEAS®V examination? How can I best prepare for this test?
Observance of a few simple test taking guidelines can improve your understanding of what is required on the test, without a great effort on your part. For example, numerous investigations have shown that applicants can often save from one fourth to one third of their test taking time if they systemize their efforts in accordance with well researched, but well know, principles of test taking.
Reading & Math Skills
The Guide will assess your reading comprehension and basic mathematics skills that are assessed on the TEAS®V
English and Language Usage Skills
Grammar and Word Meanings in Context, Spelling and Punctuation, and Structure will be covered.
Avoid Exam Stress
With the Guide you can anticipate the test with fewer unknowns and, therefore, less stress and anxiety as you prepare for the TEAS®V
Prepare for Your New Career
The Guide will also improve your basic academic processing skills of math, reading comprehension, and English and Language Usage which is absolutely essential for success in your chosen career.
To order the TEAS®V Study Guide visit www.atitesting.com or Call 1-800-667-7531
Reading Sample Questions:
Directions: Read the following passage and answer questions 1 and 2.
The 2,315-mile Missouri River tops this year’s list of the “10 Most Endangered Rivers in North America,” compiled annually by the conversation group American Rivers. The “Big Muddy” has been dammed, channeled, and diked to the point that one-fifth of the species native to the river and its floodplain are now classified as endangered, threatened, or of special concern, according to American Rivers. The other nine rivers on the list are New York’s Upper Hudson, Washington’s White Salmon, California’s San Joaquin, Wisconsin’s Wolf River, Arizona’s Pinto Creek and Potomac, Ohio’s Mill Creek, the Lower Colorado and the Tennessee River.
1. Which of the following may be concluded from the passage? A.Wolf River is located in Washington, DC.
B.Bodies of water with “creek” in their names are not rivers.
C.The damming, diking, and channeling of a river is detrimental to the organisms that inhabit it. D.The rivers of North America have been found to be more endangered than those of South America.
2. A conservation group organizes for which of the following principle purposes? A.Collecting data for scientific research
B.Saving rain forests C.Channeling rivers D.Preserving nature
Mathematics Sample Questions:
3. Thirty percent of the students in a mathematics class received an “A.” If 18 students received an “A,” which of the following represents the number of students in the class?
A.18 B.30 C.54 D.60
4. A student earns $1,280.50 each month at a part-time job. The student pays the following amounts for expenses each month:
Rent………. $350.00 Food……… $320.00 Utilities………. $215.60 Car expenses $240.00
After paying the monthly expenses listed above, which of the following represents the amount of money the student has left for other expenses?
A.$106.70 B.$154.90 C.$1,075.60 D.$1,125.60
English and Language Usage Sample Questions:
5. The rapacity of our vile, disgusting, and despicable stepfather was not satisfied until he had taken all that we had.
Which of the following words are redundant in the sentence above? A.rapacity, vile
B.vile, disgusting C.rapacity, despicable D.disgusting, despicable
6. Jennifer mailed a sympathy card to the family of the dead man in a hurry.
Which of the following phrases is misplaced in the sentence above? A.in a hurry
B.to the family C.of the dead man
D.Jennifer mailed a sympathy card
Solutions to sample questions 1 – C 2 – D 3 – D 4 – B 5 – B 6 – A
SCHUYLKILL TECHNOLOGY CENTER
101 Technology Drive, Frackville, PA 17931
(570) 874-1034 or Fax (570) 874-4028
Practical Nursing Program ~ Fees and Tuition
Please Note: Term I is the most costly term. Approximate cost is $4,974.00.
Tuition: Students are responsible for payment for their tuition amounts (less any approved Pell, GSL, or Scholarship Awards) within ten (10) days prior to the start of each new term. The Practical Nursing Program is comprised of four terms. Refer to your student handbook for term dates. Students are also responsible for the following: application/lab/test fees, clearances, uniforms, textbooks, immunizations, drug screening, and graduation expenses. In the event that a student fails to pay in full the term tuition payment (less any approved Pell, GSL or Scholarship Awards), the student will not be permitted to attend classes.
Tuition Refund will be based on each term payment. If a student enrolled in a program withdraws or is terminated by the school, the following refund policy is applicable after the first full class day:
Refund Due Practical Nursing Program
75% Day 2 to 10
50% Day 11 to 15
25% Day 16 to 30
No Refund After Day 30
Students receiving Pell or Loan money will be subject to additional refund policies set forth by each respective agency. The major factor in determining Title IV Funding is class attendance. Any money returned to these agencies will be charged to the student when applicable. STC students receive a complete FA Policy Handbook upon acceptance.
*All costs are approximate and subject to change. Tuition and fee schedule is subject to change on July 1 of each calendar year. Revised: 9/09, 10/09, 1/10, 4/10, 7/10, 10/10, 2/11, 5/11, 12/11, 1/11, 6/12, 8/12, 1/13, 2/13, 7/13, 12/13, 1/14, 4/14, 5/16/14, 09/14 C: Desktop/Day/Class #93/93 Program Costs 2014-15
Term I Term II Term III Term IV Total 406 Hrs. 374Hrs. 391.5 Hrs. 373.5 Hrs. 1545 Hrs.
Tuition (hours by term) $3,451.00 $3,179.00 $3,327.75 3,174.75 $13132.50
Lab/Test Fees 310.00 250.00 250.00 250.00 1060.00
Enrollment Deposit 275.00 275.00
Application/Test 80.00 80.00
Background 49.00 49.00
Uniforms (Estimated) 200.00 200.00
Medical Screening (Estimated) 250.00 250.00
Textbooks (Estimated) 640.00 240.00 880.00
Total $404.00 $4851.00 $3669.00 3577.75. 3424.75 $15926.50
*Term I Additional Fees Estimated Costs
Application/Test 80.00
State Police Criminal Record Check 10.00
Child Abuse History 10.00
FBI Fingerprinting Background Checks 29.00
Enrollment Deposit/Lab Fees 310.00
Textbooks: Required 565.00
Optional 315.00
Uniforms 200.00
Medical Screening (Physical, Immunizations, Drug Screening) 250.00
Estimated Additional Term I Total 1769.00
Graduation Costs Estimated Costs
Graduate Nursing Pin 33.00
Cap 10.00
Graduate 60.00
PA Temporary Practice 35.00
PA State Board of Nursing Licensing Fee 35.00
NCLEX Testing 200.00
Total Graduation Fees $373.00
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST $16299.50
439.00
880.00
The following are current costs (subject to change) related to the Practical Nursing Program.
Student Financial Aid Services, 1730 Hans Herr Drive, Willow Street PA 17584, Ph: (717)464-7059 Fx: (717)464-9518
Questions: contact Linda Losito at 717-464-7059 or [email protected]
Students are required to complete their financial aid applications on-line. The school cannot determine your financial aid eligibility until your financial aid applications have been processed and verified if required, so, it is important to complete your applications as early as possible. Some FAFSA applications are flagged for a process called verification. If your application is flagged, additional information will be required by our office. You will be notified in writing of what documentation is needed and no financial aid will be processed until it is received and verified. Once you have completed and submitted your financial aid applications AND the Office of Financial Aid has received all required paperwork from you, our office will have everything required to determine your financial aid eligibility.1. Gather required Information for FAFSA application.
Before you begin completing the FAFSA application, you will want to gather the information required to apply. Listed below are some of the data items you will need in order to complete this application. You will be notified in writing if your application is flagged for
verification.
Your Social Security Number and your parents’ Social Security number if you are providing parent information.
Your driver’s license number if you have one.
Your Alien Registration Number if you are not a U.S. Citizen.
Information on savings, investments, and business and farm assets for yourself, your spouse if you are married, and for your parents if you are providing parent information. When calculating investments, do not include IRA accounts or the home in which you live.
Child Support Received or Paid2.
Complete your financial aid application requirements on-line at
www.studentloans.gov.
Obtain a PIN number from the US Department of Education. If you already have a PIN number, skip this step.
Select “Apply for a PIN” option located in the Tools & Resources section of the www.studentloans.gov webpage. You will use this number to sign each of your on-line financial aid applications.
NOTE: If you are required to provide parent information on your FAFSA application, then one of your parents must also apply for a PIN number of his/her own in order to be able to sign your application electronically.
Complete the 15-16 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
School Code –Your school code is located at the top of the Cover Letter attached to these instructions
Select “FAFSA” located in the Tools & Resources section of the www.studentloans.gov webpage. You must complete a FAFSA application in order to receive any federal assistance—Grants OR Loans. This step cannot be omitted.
When completing the tax section of this application, it is highly recommended that you import your 2013 Tax Returninformation from the IRS. If you do not use the IRS Data Retrieval tool when completing your initial FAFSA
application, youcan return to FAFSA.gov, log in to your FAFSA record, select “Make FAFSA Corrections,” and navigate to the Financial Information section of the form. Follow the instructions to determine if you are eligible to use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool totransfer 2014 IRS income tax information into your FAFSA. It takes up to two weeks for IRS income information to be availablefor the IRS Data Retrieval Tool for electronic IRS tax return filers, and up to eight weeks for paper IRS tax return filers.
Complete Loan Entrance Counseling.
Sign-in to the www.studentloans.gov website using the green “Sign In” button located under the “Managing My Direct Loan”section of the page. If prompted, select the Language and Correspondence options you prefer, select ‘Complete Counseling’,and then select
‘Entrance Counseling’ and follow the on-screen prompts. You are completing Entrance Counseling to receiveand
Undergraduate Loan.
Complete a Master Promissory Note.
Sign-in to the www.studentloans.gov website using the green “Sign In” button located under the “Managing My Direct Loan” section of the page. Next select, ‘Complete MPN’ located on the left hand side of the screen and follow the on-screen prompts.
STC Financial Aid Application Process
NOTE: You must complete the Pre-Assessment Testing and be cleared for the TEAS test before submitting this application.
SCHUYLKILL TECHNOLOGY CENTERS
101 Technology Drive, Frackville, PA 17931
(570) 874-1034 or Fax (570) 874-4028
www.stcenters.org
An $80.00 non-refundable application fee must accompany this application.
Please print in ink or type all information.
ALL APPLICATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
PART I – DEMOGRAPHICS
Social Security Number: _____-_____-_______
Name: _____________________________________________________________(________________)
First Middle Name Last Maiden Name
Address: _______________________________City: _______________ State: _____ Zip Code: _______
Email address: _____________________________
Home Phone (___) ____-________ Cell Phone: (___) ____-________ Work Phone: (___) ____-_______
School District: __________________________________________ Birth Date: _____/_____/______
Gender: ____Male ____ Female
Ethnic Background:
____White (Non-Hispanic) ____Black (Non-Hispanic)
____Race/Ethnicity Unknown
____Hispanic
____American Indian/Alaskan Native
____Non-Resident Alien
Have you been a resident of Pennsylvania for two or more years? ____ Yes ____ No
Are you an American Citizen? ____ Yes ____ No
If no, please complete:
Permanent Resident Card No: ________________ Foreign Student (F1 Student Visa): _______________
Country of Citizenship: _____________________ Other VISA (Please list): _______________________
In Case of Emergency Contact:
Name: ____________________________________________ Relationship: ______________________
Address: ____________________________________________________ Phone: (___) ____-________
PART II – EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
1.
Are you a high school graduate?
Yes ____ What year did you graduate ________
No ____ Anticipated graduation date ________
2.
Name of high school you attended or will graduate from: ___________________________________
3.
If you are not a high school graduate, do you possess a GED? Yes____
No____
4.
For which year are you applying?
Year _______________
5.
Have you previously attended STC? Yes____
No____ Dates attended _________________
6.
Have you attended another college or school? Yes____
No____
If yes name of college or school: _____________________________________
7.
Have you completed? Certificate Program____
Associate Degree____ Bachelor’s Degree____
Master’s Degree____
Master’s Degree Plus____
PART III – EDUCATIONAL GOALS
Please indicated your primary educational goal at the STC (please check one):
____Improvement of existing job skills
____Preparation for a job
____Personal interest
____Preparation for articulation to Associate Degree Program
____Other (specify)
______________________________
PART IV – EMPLOYMENT DATE
List all present and past employment beginning with the most recent.
Employer Name &
Address
Position
Date Employed
From To
Reason for Leaving
Please indicate where you obtained this application or where you heard about our program:
____College Fair
____High School
____Mail
____Public Agency
____STC Admissions Office ____STC Career Fair ____Radio
____Friend/Relative
____Newspaper
______________________________
Other______________________________
________________________________
______________________________
Signature Date
The Schuylkill Intermediate Unit #29 will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices, based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, union membership, or any other legally protected classification. Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The Schuylkill Intermediate Unit’s commitment to nondiscriminatory practices extends to prospective students and employees, current students and employees, parents of students, community members, and representatives of outside agencies.
Schuylkill Intermediate Unit employees, community members, and agency representatives who have a complaint of harassment or discrimination or who seek information about accommodations for individuals with disabilities should contact Dr. Diane Niederriter, Executive Director and Equal Rights and Opportunities Director, at Schuylkill Intermediate Unit 29, P.O. Box 130, 17 Maple Avenue, Mart-Lin, PA 17951, telephone number (570) 544-9131, fax number (570) 544-2169. Revised: 5/10, 7/11, 7/13, 12/13, 2/14, 4/14
For Office Use only
Date Application Received: ________________ Date of Application Fee Payment: ______________
Test Fee Payment Waived: ________________ Test Fee Waived: ________________
Form of Payment: Check#:________________ Cash: __________ Money Order#:________________
Amount Paid: ________________ Comments: _____________________________________________
SCHUYLKILL TECHNOLOGY CENTER
Practical Nursing Program
101 Technology Drive, Frackville, PA 17931
(570) 874-1034 or Fax (570) 874-4028
Request for Secondary Education
(High School) Transcript
I am requesting an
Official Transcript
. Since this transcript is for educational purposes, please forward to:
Schuylkill Technology Center~North Campus
Practical Nursing Program
101 Technology Drive
Frackville, PA 17931
570-874-1034, Extension 570-874-1034, Extension 4881.
My signature below authorizes you to send my transcripts.
Please print the following information:
Name: ______________________________________________________________________________
Other Name (if applicable): _____________________________________________________________
Current Address: ____________________________________________________________________________
City: ________________________________________ State: ______________ Zip: _______________________
Year of Graduation: ______________
Signature: __________________________________________________________________________
Submit this form to your high school guidance counselor or principal. Most institutions require a fee for
processing transcripts. It is your responsibility to contact the high school to determine the institutional policy
and remit the proper amount with this request.
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SCHUYLKILL TECHNOLOGY CENTER
Practical Nursing Program
101 Technology Drive, Frackville, PA 17931
(570) 874-1034 or Fax (570) 874-4028
Request for Transcript of GED
Test Scores
I have applied for admissions to the
Practical Nursing Program of the Schuylkill Technology Center.
An
Official
Transcript
of my scores on the General Education Development Test (GED) is required to complete the
application process. Note: If you are a third party requesting information on behalf of a GED test-taker, the
test-taker
MUST
complete and sign this release.
Please print the following information:
Name at time of testing: ________________________________________________________________________
Date of Birth (00/00/0000) ____________________________________
Social Security Number (000-00-0000) __________-_____-__________
Current Address: ____________________________________________________________________________
City: ______________________________________________ State: ______________ Zip: ________________
GED Testing Center when GED Tests were taken__________________________________________________
Approximate year of test: ________________
Daytime Telephone Number with area code: (_______) ________- ___________
Check appropriate box (es):
Please send ____ transcript(s) to me at the address above.
Please send ____ transcript(s) to _______________________________________ at the address below.
(Person/employer/institution)
Signature of GED Test-taker: ___________________________________________ Date __________________
Please mail transcript to:
My signature above authorizes you to send my transcripts to:
Schuylkill Technology Center~North Campus
Practical Nursing Program
101 Technology Drive
Frackville, PA 17931
570-874-1034, Extension 4881
Print out, sign, and mail this request to:
Commonwealth Diploma Program
Pennsylvania Department of Education
333 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333
A non-refundable processing fee of
$3.00 is required
for each transcript requested. Please submit a money order made
payable to
“Commonwealth of Pennsylvania”
. Allow 2-4 weeks for processing.
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