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McCann School of Business & Technology

School Catalog - 2021-2022 Version 1.0
Effective February 6, 2022

McCann School of Business & Technology

7495 Westbranch Hwy.
Lewisburg, PA 17837

Phone: (570)286-3058
Fax: (570)286-4723
http://www.mccann.edu/

This catalog is an official publication of McCann School of Business & Technology and is subject to revision at any time.  The school reserves the right to change, withdraw, or supplement this catalog as it deems necessary or appropriate in its policies and operating procedures, curricula, class schedules, course content, training, equipment, tuition and fees, faculty, and staff. Students are individually responsible for being aware of information contained in the catalog and any amendments thereto.  Failure to read and comply with school regulations will not exempt students from penalties that they may incur.  Students are advised to read and fully understand the rules, regulations, and policies stated herein and to retain this catalog for use as a reference.   Students are encouraged to visit the student portal for updates to this catalog.

McCann School of Business & Technology is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), as a branch campus of Miller-Motte College – Chattanooga, 6397 Lee Highway, Suite 100, Chattanooga, TN 37421 (423)510-9675.   

ACCSC is located at 2101 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 302, Arlington, VA  22201, 703-247-4212, www.accsc.org.

The McCann School of Business & Technology Surgical Technology Associate in Specialized Technology (AST) Degree program at the Lewisburg campus is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (

) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA).    

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 25400 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite 158 Clearwater, FL 33763 Phone: 727-210-2350

www.caahep.org

• The school is authorized by the Department of Education, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to confer the degree of Associate in Specialized Business/Technology for completion of certain two-year programs.
• The school is licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed Schools.
• The school is an eligible institution for students to receive Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency Grants.
• The school is an eligible institution for students to receive United States Department of Education Title IV Aid (Pell, SEOG, FWS) and for participation in the Federal Direct Loan Program.
• The school is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education for Veteran’s training.
• The school is approved by the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation for the training of rehabilitation students.

Students may contact the Executive Director if they wish to view campus/programmatic accreditation or licensure documents.

**Campus and offices closed.

The Mission of McCann School of Business & Technology is to Inspire and empower individuals through education and skill development.

To accomplish this mission, we utilize our core values as a blueprint to create an environment centered on the personal and professional development of students, employees, and employers.

The McCann School of Business & Technology Core Values utilized to create positive experiences are grounded in:

McCann School of Business was founded by Louis C. McCann in 1897 in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania, as a school of accountancy and secretarial training. Louis McCann’s sons, Dwight and Charles, entered the field and held administrative positions at the school and its additional locations. After the death of Dwight McCann in 1956, Dorothy Houser began serving as director. In 1959, Ms. Houser purchased the school in partnership with her husband, Harry D. Houser.  

In 1981, James and Elizabeth Noone purchased the school from the Housers and McCann Education Centers, Inc. was formed. In 1995, the school opened an additional location in Pottsville, Pennsylvania to provide a better service and quality of education to residents of southern Schuykill County. A third campus of McCann commenced operations in September, 1998, in downtown Sunbury, Northumberland County.  This campus relocated to Lewisburg, Pennsylvania in January 2016.

In August 2002, McCann Educational Centers Inc. was acquired by Delta Career Education Corporation headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The Scranton campus opened in 2003 and relocated to Dickson City, Lackawanna County, in 2008. The original Mahanoy City campus relocated to Hazleton in 2005, and in 2009 the school opened additional locations in Carlisle, Pennsylvania and Allentown, Pennsylvania. In early 2012, an additional location of McCann was opened in Wilkes-Barre, PA

In 2018, the Carlisle, Dickson City, Hazleton, Pottsville, and Wilkes-Barre campuses were closed.

In January 2018, the McCann School of Business & Technology – Lewisburg was purchased by STVT-AAI Education Inc., dba Ancora Education and received accreditation by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).

Lewisburg Campus — The facilities of McCann School of Business & Technology Lewisburg are conveniently located on Westbranch Highway in a modern and spacious air conditioned building. The building is approximately 28,000 square feet and supports the education programs by providing both classroom and laboratory settings. The campus houses staff and faculty offices, classrooms, library, computer labs, medical labs, and a student lounge. Furniture and equipment have been selected to give maximum comfort and utility for the students and faculty.

• Payment Period - a defined time frame that measures a student’s progress in their selected program of study allowing for the administration of Title IV funding. Payment periods will vary depending on a students selected program of study (i.e. term vs clock hour) 
• Grading Period - the period of time for which students receive final grades, this can be a module, term, or payment period, varies by program. 
• Term-based Programs - Typically comprised of 10/12 week courses in a term, varying by program 

The school with maintain a proper ratio between teachers and students to allow adequate attention to each individual in both theory class and the laboratory.  The student-teacher ratio will generally not exceed 20:1 in theory classes and 12:1 in laboratory classes.

The student-teacher ratio for the Medical Clinical Assistant program will generally not exceed 12:1.

McCann School of Business & Technology seeks students who have a strong desire for practical career preparation in their chosen fields and who have the ability to achieve academic success.  Applications for admission are accepted throughout the year.  Refer to the academic calendar for the exact starting dates.  Information about enrollment in McCann School of Business & Technology may be obtained from any of the school’s Admissions Representatives.

General Admissions Requirements
The admission procedure requires an exchange of information between the applicant and an Admissions Representative either on campus or by remote representatives.  These representatives conduct a personal interview with each applicant, during which the representative discusses the school’s educational programs in relation to the applicant’s career preferences, training needs, and individual motivation. This interview plays an important role in helping the  applicant determine if the programs offered at the campus will help them achieve their career goals and if they will move forward with enrollment. High school applicants are encouraged to be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

In addition, applicants who plan to enter a program must meet the following admission requirements: 

• Complete the SmarterMeasure Learning Readiness Indicator (see Assessments section for further information). Applicants in all programs must achieve a score of 70% or higher on the Reading Recall section of SmarterMeasure OR receive a score of 13 or higher on the Wonderlic SLE prior to acceptance. Additionally, applicants in all programs (except clock hour and non-Title IV programs) must score a minimum score of 60% on the Technical Competency sections.  Applicants who do not score the minimum score on the Technical Competency section are required to complete the Technology for Success (ORN0001) supplemental student orientation and achieve a minimum score of 60% on the Technology for Success assessment.

Students must demonstrate that they have met the minimum reading comprehension level requirements through either:

1. Achieving a score of 70% or higher on the Reading Recall section of the SmarterMeasure Assessment  OR
2. Completing the Wonderlic SLE and achieving a score of 13 or higher   

In an effort to maintain a safe educational and working environment for students and staff, the school reserves the right to not accept applicants who are known to have/disclose certain types of criminal convictions in their backgrounds. Admitted students who are discovered to have misrepresented their criminal conviction history in the application process may be subject to immediate dismissal. Similarly, students who commit certain types of crimes while enrolled may be subject to immediate dismissal. The school reserves the right to conduct criminal background checks on applicants and students in circumstances deemed appropriate.  

Prior Education Requirement
Each applicant must have earned one of the following educational credentials from a McCann School of Business & Technology recognized organization: a high school diploma or equivalent or a General Educational Development (GED) certificate.

Prior to starting classes, applicants will be required to submit proof of high school graduation or a recognized equivalency certificate (GED) to the school by providing the school with a copy of the diploma, transcript confirming graduation, GED certificate or other equivalent documentation.

A condition of enrollment is the signing of an enrollment agreement by both the Student and a School administrator. The following provisions with respect to arbitration are part of the enrollment agreement.  PLEASE READ THEM CAREFULLY TO ENSURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND EACH PROVISION AND YOUR RIGHT TO OPT OUT OF THEM. 

You (the Student) and the School agree that any dispute arising out of or relating to this enrollment agreement, your enrollment or your attendance at the School, whether such dispute arises during or after your attendance and whether the dispute is based on contract, tort, statute, or otherwise, shall be resolved by binding arbitration in the city and county in which the School is located. You (the Student) and the School each further agrees that this arbitration provision provides each party with its exclusive remedy for redress of any grievance or resolution of any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement (the Dispute), AND EACH PARTY EXPRESSLY WAIVES ANY RIGHT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY, IT MIGHT HAVE TO SEEK REDRESS.

THE STUDENT AND THE SCHOOL ALSO AGREE THAT DISPUTES MAY ONLY BE BROUGHT IN THE STUDENT’S INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY AND NOT ON BEHALF OF, OR AS PART OF, A CLASS ACTION OR REPRESENTATIVE PROCEEDING. If this specific paragraph is found to be unenforceable, then the entirety of these arbitration provisions shall be null and void and rendered of no further effect with respect to the Dispute.

If the Dispute is not resolved pursuant to the School’s Dispute Resolution procedures as outlined in the School’s catalog within 45 days from the date the Student submits a written complaint to the STVT-AAI Education Inc. Corporate Office, then the Dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with the Commercial Arbitration Rules and the Supplementary Procedures for Consumer Related Disputes of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) then in effect, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.

1. The Federal Arbitration Act shall govern this arbitration agreement. The substantive law which will govern the interpretation of a student’s Enrollment Agreement and related documents and the resolution of any Dispute will be the law of the state where the School is located.    
2. Arbitration shall be the sole method of resolving all Disputes between the parties to this agreement.
3. The arbitrator shall have the authority to decide all questions of arbitrability.
4. Arbitration will take place before a single neutral arbitrator, chosen according to the AAA Commercial Rules, in the city in which the School attended by the Student is located.
5. The parties may take discovery through interrogatories, depositions and requests for production that the arbitrator determines to be reasonable and necessary.    
6. The arbitration shall be conducted in the English language.     
7. The arbitrator shall have the authority to grant interim remedies pursuant to the AAA’s Optional Rules for Emergency Measures of Protection then in effect. The arbitrator shall have the authority to award monetary damages measured by the prevailing party’s actual damages and may grant any non-monetary remedy or relief that the arbitrator deems just and equitable and within the scope of this agreement between the parties. Judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.     
8. The arbitrator shall not have any authority to award punitive damages, treble damages, consequential or indirect damages, or other damages not measured by the prevailing party’s actual damages.
9. The arbitrator also shall not have any authority to alter any grade issued to a student.The parties shall bear their own costs and expenses. 
10. The parties also shall bear an equal share of the fees and costs of the arbitration, which include but are not limited to the fees and costs of the arbitrator, unless the parties agree otherwise.The Student is responsible for all other additional costs that the Student incurs in the arbitration including, but not limited to, attorney’s fees or expert witness costs unless otherwise required of the School under applicable law.
11. Except as may be required by law, neither party nor an arbitrator may disclose the existence, content, or results of any such arbitration without the prior written consent of both parties.
12. If any clause within these arbitration provisions is found to be illegal or unenforceable, that specific clause will be severed from these arbitration provisions, and the remainder of the arbitration provisions will be given full force and effect.
13. If the Student does not wish to be bound by these arbitration provisions, the Student must notify the School in writing within 30 days of the date that these arbitration provisions become effective. The Student may opt out by mail to the campus mailing address. The Student’s written notification to the School must include the Student’s name and address as well as a clear statement that the Student does not wish to resolve disputes with the School through arbitration.

Finally, the School cannot require the Student to participate in arbitration or any internal dispute resolution process offered by the School prior to filing a borrower defense to repayment application with the U.S. Department of Education pursuant to 34 C.F.R. § 685.206(e); the School cannot, in any way, require the Student to limit, relinquish, or waive his or her ability to pursue filing a borrower defense claim, pursuant to § 685.206(e) at any time; and any arbitration required by this pre-dispute arbitration agreement tolls the limitations period for filing a borrower defense to repayment application pursuant to § 685.206(e)(6)(ii).

All students applying for admission are required to undergo a background check. The campus uses an unaffiliated service provider to perform these background checks.  The campus may deny admission to a prospective student based on the results of his/her background check, or may deny enrollment into certain programs based on those results.  The campus may also dismiss an enrolled student as a result of a criminal conviction during the student’s course of study. Certain programs offered by the campus require students to successfully complete externship, practicum or clinical coursework at unaffiliated sites.  Before accepting students, certain sites require background checks of their own. A student who cannot be placed at a site for any reason, including a background check result unsatisfactory to that site, may be unable to finish the program’s required coursework and, therefore, may be unable to graduate.  Employers in many fields also require pre-­employment background checks of their own. Background check results unsatisfactory to employers in a particular field may limit a student’s employment opportunities even if that student has graduated from a program in that field offered by the campus.

Contracted externship/practicum sites may require students to undergo a drug test prior to beginning an externship/practicum experience. Students who refuse to submit may be unable to continue in their academic programs and may also be ineligible for employment in their career fields.

The school does not require that students provide proof of vaccinations as a condition of enrollment or graduation. However, externship or clinical sites, particularly hospitals and other medical facilities, may have additional vaccination requirements.  These requirements may vary by externship or clinical site but typically include the following:

• Tuberculosis test (PPD) or chest X-ray with report administered no more than one year prior to initiation of training
• Documentation of two rubeola, one rubella and one mumps vaccinations or positive titers
• Documentation of two varicella vaccines or positive varicella serology titer
• Evidence of Hepatitis B vaccination or declination as required by the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens standard
• Tetanus (within past 10 years)
• Flu vaccination (if externing between October-March)
• Urine drug screening

Students are required to comply with any additional vaccination requirements of these sites and provide proof of vaccination to the school.  If the student does not provide vaccination records for an externship or clinical site that requires proof, the school will work with the student to find another site where possible but this may lead to the inability to complete the externship element. The Education Department will review any additional criteria of an externship site.

As part of the initial enrollment process, the school requires completion of the SmarterMeasure Assessment.  Additionally, the school requires completion of the SmarterMeasure Reading Recall section with a score of 70% or higher OR Completion of the Wonderlic SLE with a score of 13 or higher.  SmarterMeasure is a Learning Readiness Indicator entrance assessment. The SmarterMeasure assessment measures student readiness to engage in postsecondary learning based on non-cognitive indicators of success. The school uses the results of the assessment to determine the type of support that will be most beneficial to the student throughout the program of study. Applicants are required to complete the Technical Competency, Technical Knowledge, Learning Styles and Reading Recall sections prior to acceptance. Applicants in all programs must achieve a score of 70% or higher on the Reading Recall section of SmarterMeasure or receive a 13 or higher on the Wonderlic SLE prior to acceptance. Applicants in all programs (except clock hour and non-Title IV programs) must score a minimum score of 60% on the Technical Competency sections.  Applicants who do not score the minimum score on the Technical Competency section are required to complete Technology for Success (ORN001) supplemental orientation and score 60% on the Technology for Success assessment prior to beginning their program offering. During orientation the student advisor/ program director/hybrid teaching assistant or student resource coordinator will schedule a meeting with each student to review the results of the SmarterMeasure Learning Readiness Indicator to discuss the results and develop success strategies based upon the SmarterMeasure assessment results.

Additionally, the school uses results from either the SmarterMeasure Reading Recall section or the Wonderlic SLE to evaluate each student’s qualification for admission. An applicant who has previously completed a degree will not be required to take the SLE if the applicant shows evidence of degree completion in the form of an official transcript prior to enrollment. An applicant who does not provide evidence of having completed a degree will be required to take  either the SmarterMeasure Reading Recall or the Wonderlict SLE and achieve the requisite score. If an applicant requests to take the Wonderlic SLE in Spanish they are considered Limited English Proficient applicants. In addition to the Wonderlic, the applicant must also take the CELSA exam to determine his/her English language level. 

The school uses the CELSA exam to determine whether or not an application will need to take English Language Foundation courses. Once the CELSA exam has been completed, the applicant is bound by the score regarding the required English Language Foundations courses.   *The ELF - English Language Foundations courses are not included within the school's scope of accreditation with ACCSC.

1. McCann School of Business & Technology declares and affirms a policy of equal employment opportunity, equal educational opportunity, and nondiscrimination in the provision of educational services to the public.  The school will make all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed or religion, sex,(including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or other factors which cannot lawfully be the basis for an employment decision.
2. McCann School of Business & Technology reaffirms its policy of administering all of its educational programs and related supporting services and benefits in a manner which does not discriminate because of a student’s or prospective student’s race, color, creed or religion, sex, (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or other characteristics which cannot lawfully be the basis for provision of such services.
3. McCann School of Business & Technology adheres to the provisions of the following federal laws, in each case as they have been amended to date: (a) the Higher Education Act of 1965, (b) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and (c) the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.  Inquiries concerning the application of these laws and their implementing regulations may be referred to the Executive Director.

This policy and procedure enables Ancora Education campuses to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which requires reasonable accommodations made for qualified students with disabilities and prohibits Ancora Education from excluding such students from, or denying them the benefits of, its programs or activities.

It is the policy of Ancora Education to provide qualified students who have disabilities with reasonable accommodation based upon relevant law, the academic program’s educational standards, and sound ethical practice in disability services.

Having provided sufficient evidence of a disability and need for accommodation, a student may make official requests for accommodation by submitting an official disability accommodations request form and supporting materials. Students should make accommodation requests as far in advance of the relevant course, entrance assessment, activity or program, to allow for appropriate consideration and planning.  Because the reasonableness of any individual accommodation request can vary substantially depending upon a student's current course load, schedule, or course content, accommodation requests must be reviewed by the Director of Education each term of enrollment. When possible, students entering a program of study for the first time should submit information related to disability at least six weeks prior to enrollment so that reasonable accommodation can be arranged and delivered prior to the start of the term. The Director of Education will consider the information (documentation) provided by the student, consult with faculty and/or other campus officials as needed, and determine what constitutes reasonable accommodation(s) for the student’s disability.  

The Director of Education will identify a list of approved accommodations in accordance with the manifestations of the disability, a copy of which will be shared with the student.  For academic accommodations, following review and approval at the start of each term of enrollment, the Director of Education will prepare individual letters for each instructor summarizing the approved accommodations relevant to his/her course. These letters will be delivered to the student and appropriate instructors through email.  Faculty and other campus officials then are required to provide reasonable accommodation(s) in accordance with the Director of Education’s letter(s).  If a faculty member or other campus official does not agree to an accommodation request, the student should seek the assistance of the Director of Education

The high school articulation program allows high school seniors to earn credits for skills they have acquired in a particular subject(s) by demonstrating proficiency in that subject(s) through examination given by McCann School of Business & Technology or through AP testing at their high school.

The tests given by McCann School of Business & Technology are the equivalent of a comprehensive final examination in a subject area and a grade of “B” is required. Any proficiency test may be taken only one time, must be for a course required in the student’s program, and the student must have taken the subject(s) during their high school studies. There is no charge for the tests and they must be taken during the testing dates published by the campus and no later than May 1 of the student’s senior year. A student may earn up to 49% of the total credit or clock hours toward their selected program of study through proficiency. Students must enroll and attend classes within six months of their high school graduation date to earn the articulation credits.

High school students may also opt to pay a fee for AP testing at their high school after completing an AP course. AP test scores will be recognized for college credit as long as the AP course is considered to be equivalent to McCann School of Business & Technology coursework, and a minimum score of 4 is achieved. If a score of 3 is earned on the AP English Language or Composition or Calculus examinations, students are not required to take the placement assessment as part of entrance requirements. Students are required to submit their AP scores to McCann School of Business & Technology administration for applicable credit assignment.

See the Admissions Office for more information regarding high school articulation.

Students who wish to transfer credits from another institution must submit transcripts from all postsecondary schools attended. An applicant may be granted transfer credit for courses taken at other schools that are determined to substantively address a consistent set of learning objectives compared with courses offered at Ancora Education campuses. Transfer of credit evaluations will be conducted using the following guidelines:

• An official transcript of the student's coursework must be furnished directly by the institution where the coursework was completed before any application for transfer credits can be accepted.
• The campus may request additional information such as course descriptions or syllabi if there is question on the comparability of program content to the program in which the student will enroll. The student is responsible for providing any requested additional information.
• The student may be required to demonstrate through testing any hands-on competencies before transfer credit is accepted for courses where such competencies are required.
• Credits must have been earned in courses offered at institutions accredited by an agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation at the time the credit was earned.
• A grade of "C" or higher must be earned in each course completed to be eligible for transfer from a non-Ancora owned school.
• A grade of "D" or higher must be earned in each course completed to be eligible for transfer from a commonly owned Ancora Education school.
• Credits will be evaluated on a course by course basis. In most instances, core requirements must be transferred within seven (7) year of completion. No timeframe restrictions will be imposed on general education coursework.
• Courses taken at institutions operating on quarter systems will be evaluated as direct equivalent credits into quarter credit programs. Those transferred from institutions operating on a semester basis to quarter hour institutions are multiplied by one and one half to convert them to quarter credit hours.
• In the case of a clock hour program, any course accepted must be at least the same number of clock hours as the course for which it is accepted. The student will also be required to demonstrate through testing any hands-on competencies prior to clock hour course credit being accepted for transfer.
• Courses that are classified as foundational in nature are not transferable.
• Transfer credits may impact the student’ schedule, causing the student to be less than full-time, which may impact eligibility for some sources of financial aid.
• The student will not be charged any fees from the receiving institution for transferring in credits from other institutions. Students are responsible for all fees for obtaining official transcripts and supporting documentation for transfer of credit (Students receiving VA funding, see Proof of Previous Education).
• In all cases of transfer of credit, Ancora campuses will attempt to avoid excessive loss of previously earned credit and avoid coursework duplication. Any questions about transfer of credits/clock hours should be discussed with the Director of Education, or designee.

Maximum Transfer Credits Accepted (Residency Requirement)
The total credits not earned in residency, including credit by transfer and credit by proficiency testing, may not exceed seventy five percent 75% of the total credit hours (or clock hours for non-credit hour programs) required for the completion of the program of study. 25% of the student’s total credit hours (or clock hours for non-credit hour programs) must be completed in residency.

Coursework Completed at Foreign Institutions

Notice Concerning Transferability of Credits and Credentials Earned at Our Campus

Each Ancora Education campus is an accredited campus that is designed to provide the student with vocational career training and is not designed to prepare the student for transfer to other institutions. Acceptance of credits earned at a Ancora Education campus is determined solely by the receiving institution. The campus cannot and does not guarantee credit transfer. Students wishing to transfer credits should first consult with the Registrar at those institutions concerning acceptance. Ancora Education campuses will provide official transcripts, for a fee, as well as course descriptions by request. Students with outstanding financial obligations will receive only unofficial transcripts, when requested. Accreditation alone does not guarantee credit transfer.

Transfer to Other Ancora Education Campuses

Procedure: Transfer of Credit
The student is responsible for requesting official transcripts be sent from the prior institution directly to Ancora Education campuses. 

• All requests for transfer credit must be submitted by the end of the first term of attendance at the school.
• Since transfer credits impact scheduling and on time completion for students, students who submit official transcripts after the drop/add period in the student’s first term may see changes to scheduling and on time completion.
• If needed to evaluate comparability of credit, the student may need to request course descriptions and syllabi from the prior institution.
• The Director of Education, or designee, will review credits based on the guidelines listed above.
• The Director of Education, or designee, will fill out the Transcript Evaluation Form and notify the student of the credits accepted for transfer.
• Students wishing to appeal decisions on transfer credit should submit request in writing to the Executive Director to identify reasons for appeal.
  • The Executive Director will request follow-up information as needed for the appeal. 
  • The Executive Director will submit appeal through the Office of the Chief Academic Officer.
  • The Executive Director will notify student of final decision regarding transfer credit. The decision from the Office of the Chief Academic Officer will be final.
• Once transfer credit is accepted, the student’s tuition will be adjusted based on the number of credits successfully transferred in.

Ancora Education campuses may offer the opportunity for students to demonstrate proficiency in a course’s content and receive course credit by examination. Both internal and external proficiency credit may be considered. Internal proficiency exams are available for certain courses to provide students with the opportunity to earn credit for course material in which they have previous experience. Students must apply to request a proficiency examination for a particular subject. Such a request should be granted if an examination is available and the Director of Education has reason to believe the student’s experience or training warrants such an evaluation. Students who were enrolled in the course beyond the Drop/Add period are not eligible to sit for the exam and a proficiency exam may only be attempted once. A score of 80% or higher is required to earn internal proficiency credit. Students will not be approved to test out of 300 or 400 level courses. Equivalent coursework from another institution may be evaluated for transfer credit per the transfer credit policy.

External Proficiency credit may also be granted to students who achieve acceptable scores on specific nationally recognized examinations such as Advanced Placement (AP), CLEP, and DANTES. The Director of Education, or designee, will review examinations proposed for credit to determine whether the material covered in the examination matches coursework in the student’s program of study.

Procedure: Internal Proficiency Examinations
The student is responsible for requesting the Application for Proficiency Examination from the Office of the Registrar.

• The student must request the Application for Proficiency Examination form from the Academic Department within the first five weeks of the student’s first term of enrollment.
• The student will fill out the form, including information as to why the student is requesting a proficiency examination. The campus may deny an application for a student who does not have relevant coursework, certification, or prior work experience.
• The Director of Education, or designee, will review the request, and if approved, will set up the proficiency examination.
  • Some examinations may be scheduled for a specific day and time.
  • Other examinations may be scheduled to be turned in by a specific day.
  • Some examinations may have a hands-on component that must be proctored.
• Students wishing to appeal decisions on proficiency examinations should submit the request in writing to the Executive Director to identify reasons for appeal.
  • The Executive Director will request follow-up information as needed for the appeal.
  • The Executive Director will submit appeal through the Office of the Chief Academic Officer.
  • The Executive Director will notify student of final decision regarding proficiency credit. The decision from the Office of the Chief Academic Officer will be final.
• Once a proficiency examination is passed, the student’s tuition will be adjusted based on the number of credits successfully passed.

As a student receiving any Veteran Affairs (VA) funding, it is required to show proof of all previous education obtained for Post-Secondary studies. When applying for VA Benefits, a student must complete a transcript request for all schools previously attended. The school will submit the request at no cost to the student applying, and the student will initially be certified for the first academic term. The school should receive the requested transcript(s) within the students first term to ensure accurate scheduling and timely certification of future charges. Each state has published limitations for how long a student may be certified without receipt and evaluation of prior coursework transcripts.  Students with transcript(s) not received within their State’s Limitation will no longer be certified for future coursework until the school has received the required transcript(s). Exceptions to these limitations must be approved by the State Approving Agency and Executive Director.

The following table lists the expected program length in months for each program:

McCann School of Business & Technology students may have the opportunity to complete a portion of their programs of study, subject to limits established by the institution’s state licensure and accreditation, through distance education. The following chart outlines each program’s mode(s) of delivery. Refer to the Distance Education section of the catalog for more information. C: On-Campus (no courses are available online) F: FlexTrack (some courses are available online) H: Hybrid (each course is partially on-campus and online)

McCann School of Business & Technology students may have the opportunity to complete a portion of their programs of study, subject to limits established by the institution’s state licensure and accreditation, through distance education 100 percent online or hybrid courses. Admission requirements for these programs do not vary from admission requirements for programs of study offered entirely on ground, with the exception of the following: Applicants who plan to enter a distance education program must complete the SmarterMeasure Learning Readiness Indicator entrance assessment. The SmarterMeasure assessment measures student readiness to engage in postsecondary learning based on non-cognitive indicators of success. The school uses the results of the assessment to determine the type of support that will be most beneficial to the student throughout the program of study. Applicants are required to complete the Technical Competency, Technical Knowledge and Learning Styles sections prior to acceptance. Applicants in all programs (except clock hour and non-Title IV programs) must score a minimum score of 60% on the Technical Competency sections.  Applicants who do not score the minimum score on the Technical Competency section are required to complete Technology Remediation (ORN001) supplemental orientation and score 60% on the Technology Remediation assessment. During orientation the student advisor/ program director or a member of the academic staff will schedule a meeting with each student to review the results of the SmarterMeasure Learning Readiness Indicator to discuss the results and develop success strategies based upon the SmarterMeasure assessment results. Hybrid programs of study allow students in certain programs of study to complete up to 49 percent of their program online.  Hybrid programs contain courses that are a combination of online and face-to-face instruction. Students are expected to interact with faculty and other students through online discussion boards as well as traditional face-to-face classroom activities. Students are required to participate in all face-to-face classroom activities and online activities as outlined in the course syllabi. These online courses are specifically designed for the student who will be accessing online courses from a standard home or personal computer.  Students enrolling in online courses should have basic computer competency and skills. All students have access to the same support services regardless of the mode of instructional delivery.  All students have access to library services, academic advising, tutoring, and career services.  All distance education/online courses and programs offered by the campus have been deemed as equivalent in content and quality to the same courses offered via traditional delivery methods. Under certain circumstances, such as a student getting out of sequence with course schedules or courses that may not be offered each term, students enrolled in Flex programs may be required to take fully online classes to graduate. Students participating in 100% online or hybrid courses are expected to complete the online orientation prior to the start of classes.

Hybrid Learning

Hybrid learning provides the student with an opportunity for greater flexibility in the learning environment.  Hybrid courses are designed as a combination of online and residential (on-ground classroom) based learning.  Each course has a specific percentage of the course delivered through online delivery.  In most situations, a hybrid course consists of 55% classroom based instruction and 45% online instruction.

Authentication and Protection of Student Identity

Users are provided a unique username and password and are prohibited from providing the user’s name and password to any other individual.

The students’ username, password, and email address are used to authenticate the student’s identity in order to complete assignments within the Learning Management System. All testing is completed through the Learning Management System, and the student’s unique username and password is used to verify the student’s identity

The student’s unique username and password is used to verify student identity. Neither the Institution nor Ancora Education will release any student’s username and password to any individual that would violate a student’s rights under the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act.

No student is assessed any additional charges or fees associated with the verification/authentication of student identity.

Technology Specifications for Online Courses

Each student enrolled in an online or hybrid course(s) or program of study provided through the College is expected to have access to an internet connection, computer hardware and operating software as outlined below. Campus computer labs are available to access online course content and to meet the necessary technology requirements.

Students Accessing Courses
All students receive a device that meets the requirements for their enrolled program. If a student did not receive a device, they will be required to use a computer that meets or exceeds the following specifications: 

• Operating System:
  • Windows 7 and greater
  • OS X 10.13 and greater
  • Chrome (latest version)
• Memory: 4GB or higher
• Chrome Browser (most recent release)
• headset or speakers
• Internet Connection: High Speed Cable or Faster

Acceptable use Internet access, which connects thousands of computers and millions of subscribers, is available to students and staff. Internet access can promote educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation, and communications.

Throughout the educational community, the Internet can be used to educate and inform staff and students. As a learning resource, the Internet is similar to books, magazines, audio recordings, videos, and other information media. Students and educators use the Internet to participate in distance learning activities, to ask questions, and consult with experts, to communicate with other students, educators, and individuals, and to locate materials to meet educational needs.

While each user has the right to free speech, each user is expected to abide by the School’s accepted code of conduct. Appropriate behavior in telecommunications includes, but is not limited to:

1. Being polite
2. Using appropriate conduct. Do not swear, use vulgarities, be abusive, post or publish objectionable material.
3. Not engaging in illegal activities.
4. Not revealing personal addresses or phone numbers.
5. Recognizing that school electronic mail is not private. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities or in violation of the acceptable use policy will be reported to appropriate authorities.
6. Not knowingly or carelessly performing an act that will interfere with the normal operation of computers, peripherals, or networks.
7. Respecting copyright laws. All communications and information access via the network are private property unless otherwise stated.
8. Not employing the network for commercial purposes.
9. Not transmitting material that infringes upon the right of others.

e. Security
Security on a computer system is critical especially when a system involves many users. Proper procedures for logging in and off the network must be followed. If a security problem is identified, the user must notify a system administrator or staff member. The problem may not be demonstrated to other users. Unauthorized use of accounts is strictly prohibited. Attempts to log on the Internet as the network administrator will result in immediate cancellation of user privileges. Users who have a history of problems with other computer systems or who have been identified as a security risk for any other reason will be denied access to the network.

Users are provided a unique username and password and are prohibited from providing the user’s name and password to any other individual.

The students’ username, password, and email address are used to authenticate the student’s identity in order to complete assignments within the Learning Management System. All testing is completed through the Learning Management System, and the student’s unique username and password is used to verify the student’s identity.

A student’s unique username and password is used to verify the student identity and neither the Institution nor Ancora Education will release the student’s username and password to any individual which would violate the student’s rights under the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act.

Vandalism will result in suspension or cancellation of privileges. Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy the data of another user or to damage other networks. This includes but is not limited to the uploading or creation of computer viruses.

Refer to the catalog’s Student Code of Conduct section for a list of possible disciplinary sanctions.

Prior to registration all students must meet with financial aid concerning tuition arrangements. The school reserves the right to increase tuition costs with prior notice of at least 60 days. Students who leave school for any reason and later return will re-enter at the then current tuition rate and program fee rate in accordance with the current catalog. 

Program Fees
Program fees represent an adjustment to the basic tuition rate and reflect the cost of specialized facilities, equipment, materials, instruction, or other circumstances required to offer a program. The total program fees are divided by the projected terms to calculate a per-term charge. note that Program fees apply to all courses in the designated program. 

Tuition, fees, and book supply charges are due and payable at registration. Arrangements may be made for students to pay on a monthly basis the portion of their charges not met by financial aid, scholarships, grants, or other sources. All payment arrangements must be discussed with the Financial Services office prior to registration.

Students expecting to use loan and grant funds must realize that it is their responsibility to provide all information and documentation necessary to obtain all forms of financial aid by the deadlines imposed by the school and the funding sources. Failure to do so may result in the student being required to provide immediate payment of all applicable charges.

Working students who are eligible for company-sponsored tuition reimbursement are required to advise and provide appropriate documentation to the Financial Services office.

Textbooks  are available for purchase at the campus’ online-bookstore and may be in addition to tuition and fees based on your enrollment agreement.

Appropriate charges for textbooks will be added to your student account. Textbooks purchased by the student become the property of the student. The bookstore is offered as a service to students.  Students are not required to purchase their books at the bookstore or from the school.

Section 668.164(m) of the regulations under Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, requires that a school provide a way for a Federal Pell Grant eligible student to obtain or purchase required books and supplies by the seventh day of a payment period under certain conditions if the student were to have a Title IV credit balance. To satisfy this requirement, the institution provides the opportunity for students to purchase books and supplies through a third party online bookstore.

Students may choose to opt out of this method and obtain necessary books and supplies on their own that may be needed for their program offering. To do so, the student will need to notify Financial Aid prior to the start of the term.

The student is obligated for tuition, books, and other fees for each period of enrollment. Students whose accounts are past due are subject to dismissal and/or referred to a collection agency at the discretion of the school.

Financial Aid is available to assist for those who qualify to assist with paying for educational expenses. Financial assistance for qualified students may consist of federal grants and/or loans, which may supplement the student’s own contribution toward completing their educational program. McCann School of Business & Technology offers various financial assistance programs to qualified students including federal, state, local and private programs. Students interested in financial assistance should see the school’s Financial Aid Office.
Applying for Student Financial AssistanceAll students seeking or applying for financial assistance must meet with a member of the school’s Financial Aid Office staff to complete the application process. During this process, the staff member will provide guidance to the student on how to access the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA, https://studentaid.gov/) for completion by the student. The Financial Aid Office staff will provide the student with any other forms necessary to determine the student’s eligibility and complete the application process. It is the student’s responsibility to provide all required documents in order to verify eligibility and process the application in a timely manner.

Federal Pell Grant The Federal Pell Grant is a need-based grant program awarded to eligible students. The maximum award for full-time enrollment for the 2021- 2022 award year is $6,495.  Eligibility and need are determined by the U.S. Department of Education regulations and are based on the financial need of each student. A student’s need is determined based on the Expected Family Contribution (EFC). The EFC is calculated based on the student’s FAFSA data. The EFC is reflected on the student’s ISIR.

The amount of Federal Pell Grant funds received over a lifetime is limited to the equivalent of six years of 100% Pell Grant eligibility, an aggregate limit of 600%. Students can monitor their aggregate balance by logging on to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) website at https://nsldsfap.ed.gov/nslds_FAP/ and viewing their Lifetime Eligibility Used found on the Financial Aid Review page.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) FSEOG is a need-based federal student assistance program. FSEOG funds are first awarded to Pell eligible students demonstrating the greatest financial need with the lowest EFC. Individual student awards may vary but typically range from $100 to $600. The U. S. Department of Education allocates FSEOG funds each award year. Each participating location will award and disburse as long as funds remain available. Eligible students demonstrating financial need are awarded based on a first come first serve basis.

Presidential
Up to five (5), 25% scholarships will be awarded to students in the top one-tenth of their high school graduating class. This scholarship applies only to tuition costs. Graduating high school seniors who begin their full-time program of study at McCann School of Business & Technology in the same year as their high school graduation are eligible. The process includes an application, and an interview. Applications are available in the Admissions office.

Academic Excellence
Up to three (3) 50% scholarships will be awarded to students. This scholarship applies only to tuition costs. Graduating high school seniors who begin their full-time program of study in the same year as their high school graduation are eligible. The process includes an application, and an interview. Applications are available in the Admissions office.

High School to Career Tuition Grant
The High School to Career Institutional Tuition Grant encourages high school graduates to begin their post­secondary education in a career­focused program of study. It is awarded to each eligible high school graduate who enrolls in McCann School of Business & Technology program of study and begins classes within 6 months of receiving their diploma, as verified by their high school transcript. The 20% institutional grant award will be divided equally by the number of terms applicable to the program of study and will be applied to each term as the student progresses through their program of study. Students must maintain active, continuous enrollment to continue to qualify for the grant award from one term to the next.

Re-Entry Student Debt Forgiveness Grant Program
The Re-Entry Student Debt Forgiveness Grant encourages first-time drop students who withdrew from school after July 1, 2020 to re-enter and complete a career-focused program of study. It is awarded to each eligible re-entry student who enrolls, meets admissions requirements and is fully financially packaged to return to a program of study. The grant amount is determined based on the amount due to the institution on the student ledger card from prior attendance and is applied to that prior balance owed. The amount is determined after any eligible Pell or Direct Loan post-withdrawal disbursement is accepted/received. The maximum grant amount is $10,000. The student must remain active, continuous enrollment in their program for no less than one academic term or the grant may be withdrawn and the prior balance owed restored. A withdrawal after the first term will prevent any future scheduled grant payments from being made. The grant is applied to the prior balance in equal amounts over three (3) academic terms or the total remaining terms to graduate, whichever is less.  This is a need-based grant and students must demonstrate financial need by signing an attestation regarding their inability to repay the prior balance owed. This grant is not available to students in the CDL Class A Tractor Trailer or Expanded Function Dental Assisting program.

Scholarships and institutional grants are not awarded in excess of tuition and fee charges and are not eligible for stipends.

Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) Grants are available to students who are residents of Pennsylvania. Eligibility is determined by financial need for Pennsylvania residents who are at least half-time students enrolled in PHEAA approved programs at McCann School of Business & Technology. Full-time students can receive a maximum of six (6) awards. Part-time students can receive a maximum of twelve (12) awards.

Direct Subsidized Stafford Loan
The subsidized loan is a need based loan.  Maximum awards are: $3,500 – First Year, $4,500 – Second Year, and $5,500 – Third Year or Beyond.  Students may be eligible for this program in an amount not exceeding the cost of attendance minus Expected Family Contribution (EFC) less other financial aid awarded.  For students who qualify, loans are provided with repayment options beginning six months after the student graduates or withdraws from school, or if their enrollment status changes to less than half time for the payment period.  The interest is paid by the federal government until the end of the six-month grace period.  On July 6, 2012, the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21) (Public Law 112-141) was enacted.  MAP-21 added a new provision to the Direct Loan statutory requirements (see HEA section 455(q)) that limits a first-time borrower’s eligibility for Direct Subsidized Loans to a period not to exceed 150 percent of the length of the borrower’s educational program.  Under certain conditions, the provision also causes first-time borrowers who have exceeded the 150 percent limit to lose the interest subsidy on their Direct Subsidized Loans.  Only first-time borrowers on or after July 1, 2013 are subject to the new provision.  Students qualify to apply for different loan amounts based on their need and grade level in school each School year.  The interest rate for loans first disbursed between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022 is fixed at 3.73%.
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan The unsubsidized loan is a non-need based loan. Maximum loan amounts for independent students and dependent students whose parents are not eligible for a Federal PLUS loan: $6,000 – First Year and Second Year, $7,000 – Third Year and Beyond. Maximum amounts for dependent students whose parents are not denied a Federal PLUS: $2,000 – First Year, Second Year, Third Year and Beyond. Students may be eligible for this program in an amount not exceeding the cost of attendance less other financial aid awarded. The interest rate for loans first disbursed between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022 is fixed at 3.73%. For students who qualify, loans are provided with repayment options beginning six months after the student graduates or withdraws from school, or if their enrollment status changes to less than half time for the payment period. Students have the option of paying interest only on the loan while they are in school or having the interest accrue until they begin repayment immediately following the six-month grace period. Students qualify to apply for different loan amounts based on their grade level in school each year.

Direct PLUS Loan
Under the PLUS loan program, parents may borrow up to the full cost of education minus other financial aid received.  Interest is charged during all periods and credit checks are required.  The Federal PLUS loan program is available for eligible parents of eligible students to assist the student with tuition and school related expenses.   The interest rate for loans first disbursed between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022 is fixed at 6.28%.

• Private Loans - Students are eligible to apply for private educational loans to help cover tuition and educationally related expenses. Students may apply for private loans offered by private lenders; eligibility is determined by each lender. Private loans may require additional fees. Interest rates on private loans are generally higher than federal loans. Federal Regulations and the Truth in Lending Act require lenders to provide all borrowers with detailed disclosures. Please review the lender’s disclosures for additional loan information prior to signing a promissory note.

• The student’s Cost of Attendance (COA) for the period of enrollment to be covered by the loan;
• Any Estimated Financial Assistance (EFA) for the period of enrollment to be covered by the loan; and
• The difference between the COA and EFA.

The Federal Work Study (FWS) Program provides funds for part-time employment to help students in need finance the cost of post-secondary education. Students may be employed by the institution itself, a federal, state, or local public agency, a private non-profit organization, or a private for-profit organization. Institutions must use at least 7 percent of their FWS allocation to support students working in community service jobs including reading tutors for preschool age or elementary school children, mathematics tutors for students enrolled in elementary school through ninth grade, literacy tutors in a family literacy project performing family literacy projects, or emergency preparedness and response. Students demonstrating financial need may be eligible to participate in FWS. FWS eligibility may not exceed the cost of attendance minus Expected Family Contribution (EFC) less other financial aid awarded.

The U.S. Department of Education allots a specific amount of FWS funds each award year. Students must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as part of the application process for FWS assistance. The FAFSA can be completed online at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. Students seeking a specific job or a student with a potential job may request a review by the Centralized Financial Services Center to determine if the job meets the FWS requirements.

A student with a physical or mental disability which may be a handicap to employment may be eligible for training services provided through the state government agency for Vocational Rehabilitation.  Students desiring further information should contact the admissions office or call Vocational Rehabilitation directly.

Veterans or eligible beneficiaries may qualify to use the GI Bill® at McCann School of Business & Technology. Many Veterans can qualify for more than one education benefits program. Available programs include Post 911 GI Bill (Chapter 33), Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30), Survivor and Dependents Educational Assistance Program (DEA/Chapter 35), Chapter 1606 (Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve) and Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grants (Awarded to eligible students who had a parent or guardian that died as a result of military service in Iraq or Afghanistan after September 11, 2001). Veterans can contact the Financial Aid Office at their school location for more information or apply online at https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

A certificate of eligibility (COE) or other equivalent documentation is required to be certified for Veterans Education benefits. McCann School of Business & Technology will not take punitive action on a covered individual (Chapter 31 or Chapter 33 recipient) in effort to collect an outstanding balance until the earlier of the below dates:

• The date on which the VA payment is made to the institution
• 90 days after the date the institution certified tuition and fees following the receipt of the COE

Penalties or collections efforts will not be imposed prior to the above timeline due to a covered individuals inability to meet financial obligations due to delays in disbursement of VA funding.

Student financial aid applicants must satisfy certain requirements in order to be able to receive and continue to use financial aid.  These requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Fulfilling of all admission requirements;
• Submitting of all documentation requested by the school or lender(s) or both;
• Maintaining satisfactory academic progress in accordance with school policy;
• Completing “aid specific” requirements, such as entrance loan counseling, annual student loan acknowledgement and exit loan counseling.    

In addition, graduating students who received federal student loans must complete exit loan counseling and meet all other graduation requirements before they will be considered a graduate and awarded a specialized degree, diploma, or certificate.  Withdrawing students who used federal student loans must attend exit counseling.

The SCHOOL has adopted this Cancellation and Refund Policy for all of its campuses. The reason for a student’s cancellation or withdrawal does not affect how this Cancellation and Refund Policy is applied.

Applicants who have not visited the school prior to enrollment will have the opportunity to withdraw without penalty within three business days following either the regularly scheduled orientation procedures or following a tour of the school facilities and inspection of equipment where training and services are provided.

All monies paid by an applicant will be refunded within five days after signing an enrollment agreement and making an initial payment or prior to the end of the drop/add period, whichever is later.

Notice of cancellation or withdrawal will take place on the date the notification is received or if in writing, the date the letter is postmarked or in a case where the notice is hand carried, it shall occur on the date the notice is delivered to the SCHOOL. The date of acceptance will be the delivery date of the notice of acceptance or verbal notification. If the notice is delivered by mail, it will be the postmarked date of the letter of acceptance. Written notice of cancellation or withdrawal is not required for payment of refund.

This section of the Cancellation and Refund Policy determines the amount of institutional charges that the SCHOOL has earned, and for which the student must pay, based on the student’s attendance. For purposes of determining the refund or the amount a student owes for the time attended, the last date of attendance is used. A student shall be deemed to have withdrawn when any of the following occurs: (a) the student notifies the SCHOOL of the student’s withdrawal or the actual date of withdraw, (b) the SCHOOL terminates the student’s enrollment as provided in the ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT or (c) the SCHOOL withdraws the student if the student fails to attend as outlined by the attendance policy.

When such withdrawal occurs prior to the end of the drop/add period of the initial period of enrollment, all tuition, fees, and other charges will be refunded in full. If a student ceases attendance or provides notice of cancellation or withdrawal after the start of the period charged, but at or before completion of 60% of the period charged (75% for students attending in Texas), the amount charged for tuition for the completed portion of the course(s) shall not exceed the prorated portion of the total tuition charged for the period arrived at by multiplying the total tuition charged for the period by the ratio of the number of days attended to the total number of days in the period. Example: Assume that a student, upon enrollment in a 70 day (10 week) term with the following costs $3,884 for tuition and $540 Program Fee, as specified in the ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT, withdraws after attending 25 days. The pro rata refund to the student would be $2496.86 based on the calculation set forth below: $3,884      ÷       70 Days × 45 Days Remaining       = $2,496.86

Amount charged                                                        Actual Refund Amount

If the student ceases to attend the SCHOOL after completing 60% of the period charged (75% for students attending in Texas), the student will be charged 100% of the tuition and charges applicable for all courses in the payment/academic period.

SUMMARY OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF 34 CFR 668.22 - TREATMENT OF TITLE  IV AID WHEN A STUDENT  WITHDRAWS

The law specifies how McCann School of Business & Technology must determine the amount of Title IV program assistance that a student earns if the student withdraws from school. The Title IV programs that are covered by this law are: Federal Pell Grants, Iraq Afghanistan Service Grants, Academic Competitiveness Grants, National SMART grants, TEACH Grants, Stafford Loans, PLUS Loans, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOGs), and Federal Perkins Loans.  Please note that McCann School of Business & Technology does not participate in all of these Title IV programs.

When a student withdraws during his or her payment period or period of enrollment the amount of Title IV program assistance that a student has earned up to that point is determined by a specific formula.

If a student did not receive all of the funds that the student earned, the student may be due a Post-withdrawal disbursement. The school may automatically use all or a portion of the student’s Post-withdrawal disbursement of grant funds for tuition and fees. If the student’s Post-withdrawal disbursement includes loan funds, the school must get the student’s permission before McCann School of Business & Technology can disburse them. The student may choose to decline some or all of the loan funds so that the student doesn’t incur additional debt. However if the student owes a balance to the school, the student may want to authorize the loan disbursement to pay those charges in order to avoid having a payment to the school in addition to the Federal Loan payment.

While McCann School of Business & Technology will automatically use all or a portion of the student’s Post-withdrawal disbursement of grant funds for tuition and fees, the school needs the student’s permission to use these funds for any other school charges. If the student did not give permission, the student will be offered the funds.

There are some Title IV funds that cannot be disbursed to the student once he or she withdraws because of other eligibility requirements. For example, a first-time, first-year undergraduate student who has not completed the first 30 days of his or her program before withdrawing will not receive any Direct Loan funds that the student would have received had the student remained enrolled past the 30th day.

If a student receives (or the school or parent receives on the student’s behalf) excess Title IV program funds that must be returned, the school must return a portion of the excess equal to the lesser of:

1. The student’s institutional charges multiplied by the unearned percentage of the student’s funds, or
2. The entire amount of excess funds.

The regulations require that the school return Title IV funds to the programs from which the student received aid during the payment period or period of enrollment as applicable, in the following order, up to the net amount disbursed from each source:

1. Unsubsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loans 2. Subsidized Federal Direct Stafford Loans 3. Federal Direct PLUS Loans 4. Federal Pell Grants 5. Iraq & Afghanistan Service Grants

6. FSEOG

Refunds to the student or any of the Title IV or State programs will be paid within 45 days from the withdrawal/termination date or any shorter period required by applicable law (student refunds will be paid within 30 days to Pennsylvania residents). If the school is not required to return all of the excess funds, the student must return the remaining amount. Any loan funds that the student must return, the student (or parent for a PLUS Loan) must repay in accordance with the terms of the promissory note. That is, the borrower makes scheduled payments to the holder of the loan over a period of time. Any amount of unearned grant funds that the student must return is called a grant overpayment.  Any overpayment as a result of withdrawal will be returned to the Department of Education on the student’s behalf.  However, the return of this overpayment may result in a debt owed to McCann School of Business & Technology. The requirements for Title IV program funds when a student withdraws are separate from the school’s refund policy. Therefore, a student may still owe funds to the school to cover unpaid institutional charges that the school was required to return. For purposes of calculating a clock hour return to Title IV that has externships or clinic courses without a defined schedule in CampusVue, the scheduled hours used in the return to Title IV calculation will be determined by using the total contact hours for the course divided by the number of weeks in the externship or clinic courses.  If a daily hour subdivision is needed, to determine a student’s LDA, a week in an externship or clinic course will be divided by 5 days.  This is only in the case a student drops in that course and they need to calculate scheduled hours up to LDA.

For purposes of calculating Return to Title IV, a student is considered to have withdrawn from a payment period or period of enrollment if—  

1. In the case of a program that is measured in credit hours, the student does not complete all the days in the payment period or period of enrollment that the student was scheduled to complete;
2. In the case of a program that is measured in clock hours, the student does not complete all of the clock hours and weeks of instructional time in the payment period or period of enrollment that the student was scheduled to complete; or
3. For a student in a non-term or nonstandard-term program, the student is not scheduled to begin another course within a payment period or period of enrollment for more than 45 calendar days after the end of the module the student ceased attending.

For answers to questions about Title IV program funds, students should contact one of the school’s Financial Services Officers.

For purposes of calculating Return to Title IV, because this institution voluntarily records attendance in all programs and classes, the school is determined to be a school that is required to take attendance, and as such, uses the student’s last recorded day of attendance in determining the percentage of Title IV aid earned for the payment period or period of enrollment.

The primary purpose of Career Services is to help McCann School of Business & Technology graduates obtain employment in their areas of specialization. Satisfactory completion of program course work by the student is an essential step to successfully complete your program so you can being the employment process. The Career Services office provides specific training in various job-seeking skills through required coursework, optional training sessions, graduation seminars, and individual advisement. The Career Services staff works with each student throughout his or her program to determine areas of employment interest and to explore placement options. This assistance continues through graduation and for alumni. Students are required to provide information that enables them to partner with Career Services in achieving their career goals. Students and graduates are notified of appropriate employment opportunities as they arise. Although it is impossible to guarantee each graduate a job, the Career Services office works to provide job leads and to assist the student in the placement process.

The campus provides a success and professional growth program required for students enrolled in hybrid, online, and technology-enabled content programs. The program acquaints new students with what the school expects of the student and what the student can expect from the school. The program is designed to provide the opportunity for advisement on academic matters, registering for classes, and answering questions. All new students are required to participate in the orientation program.

Advising services are available to assist students in resolving educational, career, and vocational problems. General personal concerns relating directly to academic success can be addressed on campus whereas more serious concerns will be referred to the appropriate outside agency. The Director of Education, Student Resources Coordinator, Registrar, and Program Directors can help students plan their educational programs as well as adjust to the demands of school. 

 The school provides assistance for students experiencing academic difficulties.  Faculty will make every effort to identify students in need of assistance.  Students are urged to take the initiative in seeking out-of-class help and to discuss their difficulties with their instructors.  Tutors are available to work with students on an “as needed” basis at no charge to the student.

McCann School of Business & Technology has no health services located at the school. However, hospitals, clinics, and physicians are located nearby. The school seeks to assist students who have special health problems or limitations in the attainment of their educational goals. Services are provided in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

In the event of accident or illness on campus, the Director of Education should be notified immediately. Students who become ill, injured, or develop health problems requiring professional attention are referred to the emergency room of the hospital or to a local physician in accordance with instructions given by the student or the student’s family. In an emergency situation that requires immediate attention, a student may be taken directly to the hospital.

Environmental health and safety on the campus are the responsibility of the school. It is the policy of the school to have all facilities comply with the requirements of the state and local building codes, the board of health, and fire department regulations.

When a student relocates to a different address, it is important to update the address on record so that campus correspondence sent by mail reaches the student or graduate.  To update your address, follow these steps. 

1. Log into the student portal. 
2. Click “Edit Your Profile” located after your student ID in the green bar that runs across the top of the page. 
3. On the next page, click the Edit button located in the bottom right corner of the page. 
4. Make any necessary changes and then click the Save button in the bottom right corner of the page. 

When inclement weather causes the possible delay or closing of the school, this information will be announced on local television stations after 6:00 a.m. for day classes and after 3:00 p.m. for evening classes.  Closings for day and evening classes will be announced separately. 

 In the event of a fire or other disaster that requires evacuation of the campus, students should vacate classrooms and other areas of the building in an orderly fashion and gather at the designated locations so that the instructor may take attendance.  Re-entry into the building is allowed only when the all-clear signal has been given.  Students will find evacuation routes posted in each classroom.

The library offers curriculum related resources, a quiet room to study, computers, and a friendly and comfortable environment for tutoring, reading, research, and the exchange of ideas.

Library collections are online through the LIRN (Library and Information Resources Network) Research Databases, and via the Library website’s other curated and professionally vetted resources.  Every student has access to millions of academic, peer-reviewed full -text articles, journals, transcripts, audio, video, e-books, photos, and more to support general interest, reference items, and subject specific interests. In addition to resources, there are trained library staff to help each student successfully complete their chosen program.  As well as on-site assistance, students can phone, and email a professional Librarian online. A professional online Librarian can be accessed live via the Student Portal or LMS through the Library Website at the following times: 

Phone (Hours in EST)
Monday-Friday 7am to 9pm
Saturday-Sunday 12pm to 7pm

As most students reside within commuting distance, the school does not maintain dormitory facilities. However, students desiring housing accommodations should contact the Director of Admissions for information.

Announcements can be read via the student portal. Announcements and updates are also posted on the bulletin boards throughout the corridors, classrooms, and student lounge. Student should check the student portal and bulletin boards periodically for any notices and/or special announcements.

Classes are scheduled Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 am to 10:30 pm and Fridays and Saturdays as needed.  Administrative offices are open Monday through Friday. The dates of operation of the online bookstore are announced prior to the beginning of each term and at registration.  Hours for each department are posted on office doors or near the offices. For current information, check the student portal.

Students are to report to the Executive Director, or in his/her absence to a faculty/staff member, any criminal activities taking place on the premises or in the parking lot of McCann School of Business & Technology. This includes any school-sponsored function. Such actions will then be reported to the proper authorities.

Visitors to the school must check in at the reception desk upon arrival.  Students are invited to have their parents, relatives, or friends tour the campus.  If visitors have questions, they are welcome to meet with the staff.

Children are not allowed to accompany a student to class or to be left unattended on campus. If a student brings a child to class, the instructor should inform the student of the policy and ask him or her to remove the child from the classroom. If a child is left unattended, the Director of Education or other administrator should be notified. The Director of Education will then locate the parent and inform him or her of the policy. The school assumes no liability for injuries incurred by minors while on campus.

Statement of Shared Responsibility
Students, faculty, staff and administration constitute a community of learners.  Collectively, we share responsibility for exchanging knowledge and information, creating a culture that respects and values diversity and for maintaining an environment of accountability.  Within the challenging and supporting learning environment at McCann School of Business & Technology, students of all ages, ethnicities, religions, genders, abilities, socio-economic backgrounds and sexual orientations are welcome to engage in the process of preparation for career readiness, active citizenship and lifelong learning. In order to realize its mission, all members of the McCann School of Business & Technology community have a responsibility to promote and the right to expect:

McCann School of Business & Technology affirms its commitment to provide an engaging learning environment and promote the exchange of ideas among the members of the learning community.  All individuals who come to McCann School of Business & Technology to work and study will be accepted as unique individuals worthy or making a valuable contribution to the learning environment.  Discrimination, disruption or harassment on the basis of age, ethnicity, religion, gender, ability, socio-economic background or sexual orientation will not be tolerated. McCann School of Business & Technology accepts responsibility for communicating these values to students, faculty, staff, administration and the community served by the institution.  The success of the policy to protect the learning environment and those engaged in the learning process is dependent upon the willingness of members of the community to make known behaviors and conduct that violate the policy. A student found to have committed any one of the following Student Code of Conduct Offenses will be subject to the full range of sanctions including written reprimand, suspension and expulsion.

• Behavior that intentionally inflicts mental or bodily harm on another person;
• Behavior that attempts to inflict mental or bodily harm on another person;
• Taking reckless, but not accidental, action that could result in infliction of mental or bodily harm on another person;
• Causing another individual to believe that the offender may cause mental or bodily harm to them;
• Sexual misconduct;
• Any act that demeans or degrades another individual; and/or
• Coercion of an individual to inflict mental or bodily harm to another person.

Sex Discrimination and Harassment  – Conduct that encompasses discrimination on the basis of an individual’s sex in any aspect of employment or education, including but not limited to,

• Hiring and firing;
•  Compensation, assignment, or classification of employees;
• Transfer, promotion, layoff, or recall;
• Job advertisements;
• Recruitment;
• Testing;
• Grading;
• Acceptance or participation in an academic program or school activity;
• Use of employer's facilities;
• Training programs;
• Fringe benefits;
• Pay, retirement plans, and disability leave; or other terms and conditions of employment; and
• Engaging in conduct that has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual's academic or work performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment in which to work or learn. 

Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of discrimination; it is illegal.  No employee or student, either in the workplace or in the academic environment, should be subject to unwelcome verbal or physical conduct that is sexual in nature. Sexual harassment does not refer to occasional compliments of a socially acceptable nature. It refers to behavior of a sexual nature that is not welcome, that is personally offensive, and that interferes with performance.  It is expected that students, faculty and staff will treat one another with respect.  All students, faculty, staff, and other members of the campus community, including intern/extern/practicum sites, are subject to this policy. 

Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other visual, verbal or physical conduct of a sexual or gender bias nature, constitute sexual harassment when: 

• Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual's employment or academic status;
• Submission to or rejection of the conduct is used as a basis for academic or employment decisions or evaluations, or permission to participate in an activity; or
• The conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual's academic or work performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment in which to work or learn.

 Sexual harassment may take many forms-subtle and indirect, or blatant and overt, including but not limited to, the following:  

• It may occur between individuals of the opposite sex or of the same sex;
• It may occur between students, between peers and/or co-workers, or between individuals in an unequal power relationship (such as by a supervisor with regard to a supervised employee or an instructor regarding a current student);
• It may be aimed at coercing an individual to participate in an unwanted sexual relationship or it may have the effect of causing an individual to change behavior or work performance;
• It may consist of repeated actions or may even arise from a single incident if sufficiently severe;
• It may also rise to the level of a criminal offense, such as battery or sexual violence. 

Sexual violence is a physical act perpetrated against a person's will or where a person is incapable of giving consent due to the victim's use of drugs or alcohol. An individual also may be unable to give consent due to an intellectual or other disability. Sexual violence includes, but is not limited to, rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, and sexual coercion.

Determining what constitutes sexual harassment under this policy is dependent upon the specific facts and the context in which the conduct occurs. Some conduct may be inappropriate, unprofessional, and/or subject to disciplinary action, but would not fall under the definition of sexual harassment. Examples of unwelcome conduct of a sexual or gender related nature that may constitute sexual harassment may, but do not necessarily, include, and are not limited to: 

• Rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, sexual coercion or other sexual violence;
• Sexually explicit or gender related statements, comments, questions, jokes, innuendoes, anecdotes, or gestures;
• Other than customary handshakes, uninvited touching, patting, hugging, or purposeful brushing against a person's body or other inappropriate touching of an individual's body;
• Remarks of a sexual nature about a person's clothing or body;
• Use of electronic mail or computer dissemination of sexually oriented, sex-based communications;
• Sexual advances, whether or not they involve physical touching;
• Requests for sexual favors in exchange for actual or promised job or educational benefits, such as favorable reviews, salary increases, promotions, increased benefits, continued employment, grades, favorable assignments, letters of recommendation;
• Displaying sexually suggestive objects, pictures, magazines, cartoons, or screen savers;
• Inquiries, remarks, or discussions about an individual's sexual experiences or activities and other written or oral references to sexual conduct. 

 Any employee or student bringing a discrimination or sexual harassment complaint or assisting in the investigation of such a complaint will not be subjected to retaliation in terms and conditions of employment and/or academic standing, nor discriminated against, terminated, or expelled because of the complaint. Intentionally providing false information, however, is grounds for discipline. 

"Retaliation" may include, but is not limited to, such conduct as:  

• The denial of adequate personnel to perform duties;
• Frequent replacement of members of the staff;
• Frequent and undesirable changes in the location of an office;
• The refusal to assign meaningful work;
• Unwarranted disciplinary action;
• Unfair work performance evaluations;
• A reduction in pay;
• The denial of a promotion;
• Dismissal;
• Transfer;
• Frequent changes in working hours or workdays;
• Unfair grade;
• Unfavorable reference letter. 

Determining what constitutes discrimination under this policy will be evaluated on a case by case basis and depends upon the specific facts and the context in which the conduct occurs. Some conduct may be inappropriate, unprofessional, and/or subject to disciplinary action, but would not fall under the definition of discrimination. Individuals who violate this policy are subject to discipline up to and including termination and/or expulsion, in accordance with the McCann School of Business & Technology’s Student Code of Conduct. Other, lesser sanctions may be imposed, depending on the circumstances.   Victims of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking should contact his or her Executive Director to request changes to academic and working situations and how to request protective measures and receive support resources as set forth in the campus Annual Security Reports.

Discrimination- Civilly, criminally or administratively prohibited unequal treatment of a person based upon age, ethnicity, religion, gender, ability, socio-economic background, veteran status or sexual orientation.

The Student Code of Conduct has been developed to ensure that the learning process is not inhibited or disrupted for any individual or group of individuals. The Code of Conduct additionally serves as a mechanism for educating members of the learning community about appropriate standards of behavior.  In the event that a violation of the Code of Conduct occurs, the school will strive to utilize the incident as a teachable moment, imposing fair and progressive discipline.  However, should an individual commit an egregious violation of the Student Code of Conduct, the school has the responsibility to impose the strictest of sanctions upon the student, up to and including suspension or expulsion.

Disciplinary sanctions are described below.

Written Reprimand
A reprimand is an official written notification of unacceptable behavior that is in violation of the Student Code of Conduct.  The reprimand will be entered into the Student Information System and will become a permanent document in the student’s file. The student will be asked to sign the document and will be provided a copy of the reprimand.  Any further misconduct may result in more serious disciplinary sanctions up to and including suspension or expulsion.
Disciplinary probation is a conditional status imposed for a designated period of time within a term prohibiting the student from being present without permission on the campus or any property associated with the campus, including internship/externship sites.  The period of time may not exceed 14 calendar days.  Disciplinary probation requires completion of a Code of Conduct Violation Form by an instructor and an approval by the Director of Education or Executive Director.  Disciplinary probation may be used in those limited instances where a student is asked to leave a class for the duration of the day or until the Procedural Interview is conducted. The Procedural Interview should be scheduled within two business days of the incident. A copy of the form should be mailed and/or emailed to the student, indicating when he/she may return to class.  The Disciplinary Probation Form becomes a permanent part of the student file and should also be notated in the Student Information System.  The student must meet with the Director of Education or Executive Director to sign the form prior to returning to class. Any further misconduct may result in more serious disciplinary sanctions up to and including suspension or expulsion.

Suspension is the loss of privileges of enrollment at the institution for a designated period of time and prohibits the student from being present without permission on the property of the campus or any property associated with the campus, including internship/externship/clinical/practicum sites. As a result of being placed on suspension, the student will be awarded a grade of W for any course in which they are currently enrolled. Regardless of whether or not the student is subsequently allowed to return to school to complete the program of study, the student is responsible for payment of tuition and fees and/or repayment of financial aid. The student shall be notified of the suspension in writing. The notification of suspension indicates the earliest possible date, in a future term, in which the student may consider submission of a request to return to school.  The student is entitled to an opportunity to appeal the suspension. The notification of suspension becomes a permanent part of the student record and also must be noted in the Student Information System. Any further misconduct may result in more serious disciplinary sanctions. The Office of the Chief Academic Officer or the Chief Compliance Officer of Ancora Education must approve suspensions before they are imposed and before a student is notified.

All Code of Conduct Violation Forms are first reviewed by the Director of Education.  If the Director of Education determines that sufficient evidence exists to warrant further exploration of the complaint, the next step is for the accused to be scheduled for a Procedural Interview. The accused is sent a copy of the Code of Conduct Violation Form, via email and/or UPS or FedEx, providing a receipt and proof of delivery, which includes a detailed description of the incident, accompanied by a Notification of Violation Letter that indicates the date and time of the procedural interview.  The Notification of Violation Letter provides details concerning the student’s rights and explains the entire process for resolving the alleged violation.

The purpose of the Procedural Interview is to provide the accused with the opportunity to discuss the allegation that resulted in the filing of the Code of Conduct Violation Form. The Director of Education and/or the Executive Director will begin the meeting by delineating the student’s rights and options, as well as the potential sanctions that may be imposed for the alleged violation.  The accused will have an opportunity to admit or deny the charge made against him/her in the Procedural Interview.  The complainant also has the opportunity to attend the Procedural Interview either in person or via conference call.

In the event that the accused admits to the charge filed against him/her, the Director of Education and/or the Executive Director will determine the sanction during the Procedural Interview.  The sanction will be notated on a copy of the original Code of Conduct Violation Form. The Code of Conduct Violation Form will then be signed by the Director of Education and/or the Executive Director. The student will be required to sign and date the form as well. The Code of Conduct Violation Form with the original signatures will be placed in the student file; the student will be provided with a copy of the signed form.  The Director of Education will enter a notation in Contact Manager within the Student Information System.

The accused may deny the alleged violation of the Student Code of Conduct and request a Hearing to further explore the facts concerning the alleged violation.  If a hearing is requested, the date and time of the hearing are determined during the Procedural Interview and they are documented on a copy of the original Code of Conduct Violation Form.  The student is provided a copy of the updated Code of Code of Conduct Violation Form with this information as well as a copy of the Hearing Guide.

The Executive Director or otherwise designated Hearing Authority will begin the Hearing by explaining the accused’s rights and will assure that fairness will be observed throughout the hearing. Attendees of the hearing are limited to the Executive Director or designee, the complainant and the accused.

The complainant will be given the opportunity to state the main points of the violation, providing evidence supplemented with statements by witnesses. After the complainant concludes his/her presentation, the accused will have the opportunity to state his/her case. The Executive Director or designee may question both the complainant and accused.

After all evidence and testimony has been presented, the Executive Director will determine whether or not the allegation is warranted.  If the accused is found not to be in violation, the case will be dismissed and the Code of Conduct Violation Form will be documented accordingly and the student will be provided with a copy.

If the accused is found to be in violation of the Student Code of Conduct, the Executive Director will dismiss the complainant and the accused, indicating that notification of the sanction will be communicated to the student at a specified date and time in the office of the Executive Director.

• Statements from witnesses and evidence presented during the hearing;
• Seriousness of the violation;
• Prior disciplinary record of the student;
• Academic record; and
• Student progress in their program of study. 

Upon reaching a decision, the Executive Director is expected to update the Conduct Violation Form by indicating the sanction that will be imposed as a result of the violation of the Student Code of Conduct. The Executive Director then meets with the student at the predetermined date and time to discuss the sanction and consequences of any repeat violation of the Student Code of Conduct.  The student is required to sign the form and is provided a copy.  At the same time the student is notified of the outcome of the hearing, a copy of the updated Conduct Violation Form will be provided to the complainant. The Executive Director is expected to make a notation in Contact Manager in the Student Information System and returns the hard copy of the Code of Conduct Violation Form to the student file.

In the event that the Executive Director determines either suspension or expulsion to be the appropriate sanction, the Code of Conduct Violation Form should be completed accordingly and emailed to the Office of the Chief Academic Officer and the Chief Compliance Officer.  Upon approval from either the Office of the Chief Academic Officer or the Chief Compliance Officer, the Executive Director may proceed with the suspension or expulsion.

• Inappropriate sanction; or
• New evidence that was not available at the time of the hearing has become available and is found to be substantial enough to change the outcome of the hearing. 

The Appeal Board should be comprised of the Executive Director, Director of Education, and three other members of the administrative staff of the institution.  In the event that the complainant is a member of the Appeal Board, that individual will recuse him/herself from the decision-making process. The Appeal Board meets in a closed session, within a reasonable period of time, and either grants or denies the appeal by a majority vote. In the event that there is a tie, due to absence of a member of the Appeal Board, the Executive Director will determine the outcome. In the event that the Executive Director was the complainant, the Director of Education will determine the outcome. If the appeal is granted, the sanction may be changed.

The individual filing the appeal will be notified in writing, utilizing the Code of Conduct Violation Form, of the decision of the Appeal Board within a reasonable period of time. The notification will be emailed and/or sent through the U.S. Postal Service. A hard copy of the form will be placed in the student file and the Director of Education will enter notes in the Contact Manager Field within the Student Information System.

The school will not permit, tolerate or condone harassment against any individual for any reason, including, but not limited to, harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Comments, conduct, or innuendoes that might be perceived by others as offensive or harassing are wholly inappropriate and are to be strictly avoided. This policy applies to students, company employees, customers, vendors and visitors to the premises. The school intends to provide a school environment that is pleasant, healthy, comfortable and free of intimidation, hostility or other offenses that might interfere with a student’s educational performance.

Employees and students must avoid offensive or inappropriate behavior in school or employment‐related relationships and are responsible for ensuring that all student‐employee and employment‐related relationships remain professional and free from harassment at all times.

Employees and students must avoid offensive or inappropriate behavior in school. Relationships will remain professional and free from harassment at all times, this includes, employment‐related relationships and student‐employee and employment‐related relationships.

Harassment can include, but is not limited to the following actions:

• Inappropriate Communication – involves any language that is offensive, unnecessarily loud or that degrades or berates others, including, but not limited to, racial, religious, or sexual comments or jokes, sexual innuendos, or threats of any kind, whether communicated verbally, in writing, or electronically.
• Physical Abuse – includes, but is not limited to, touching, hitting, kicking, or threatening another person, including restraining by force or blocking the path of another.  
• Interference or Hostile Environment – includes any behavior or action that interferes with a student or employee’s ability to perform job duties and responsibilities, or participate in the education process, or which results in or creates a hostile or intimidating environment.
• Sexual Harassment – includes, but is not limited to, unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual acts or favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:

• Submission to such conduct is made, either explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of an individual’s employment or continuation of education; continuation of education;
• Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment or educational decisions affecting such individual; or
• Such conduct is severe and pervasive and has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with the individual’s work or school performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment.

• Retaliation - – includes any adverse action or threat of adverse action taken or made because a student or employee has exercised or attempted to exercise any rights under applicable laws or under policies of the company. Retaliation includes, but is not limited to, threats, or withholding or withdrawal of pay, promotions, training, grades or employment opportunities.

It is important that students and employees clearly understand the serious effects of harassment. Such behavior may result in personal liability, as well as a liability to the school.

If an individual feels that he/she has been subjected to any type of degree of harassment, he/she must report the incident verbally or in writing to the Executive Director or Director of Education, immediate supervisor, department head, and any other member of management, the Chief Executive Officer or the Human Resources department. A complaint must include the specific nature of the incident and the date(s) and place(s) such alleged harassment took place, as well as the name(s) of any individual(s) known to be involved, but does not have to be in writing.

When the school’s management becomes aware that harassment might exist, it is obligated by law to take prompt and appropriate action, whether or not the victim wants the school to do so. Complaints of violations will be promptly and carefully investigated, including interviews with all relevant persons. Investigators will conduct an objective investigation with consideration given to each person’s desire for privacy; however, no student or employee is guaranteed complete confidentiality and/or anonymity during an investigation. Only individuals with a legitimate “need to know” will be given any information regarding the complaint(s).   

Employees and students who utilize this procedure are assured that they will be free from any reprisal or retaliation for reporting such violations or cooperating in an investigation.

Any student found to have harassed a fellow student or school staff member would be subject to severe disciplinary action, including possible expulsion from school. In addition, any staff member found to have harassed a student or other staff member would be subject to severe disciplinary action including possible discharge from employment. The school will take necessary action to remedy the situation appropriately. However, if an investigation of a complaint shows that the complaint or information was knowingly false, the individual who provided the false information will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the school or, if a staff member up to and including termination from employment.

Students are expected to maintain the highest standards of academic conduct by always submitting their own original work for all assignments, research papers, tests, and projects. Students found to engage in plagiarism, cheating, or other forms of academic dishonesty will be subject to negative consequences up to, and including termination from School.

Plagiarism is the use of another’s words or ideas without proper citation, and includes copying large sections of text or images from print or electronic resources, or another student’s work. Students may avoid plagiarism by forming ideas in their own words, quoting only limited passages of borrowed text, and always acknowledging the origin of borrowed ideas or words with a correct citation.

Members of the McCann School of Business & Technology community are expected to follow copyright law, Title 17 of the United States Code, while fulfilling the core mission of teaching, research, and extending knowledge and creativity in all areas. The provisions in the copyright law allow an author, artist, composer or other creator of a work to control the use of his or her work by others, with important exceptions. Copyright protections and the accompanying exceptions extend to print and digital formats of literary works, computer software, musical works, unpublished materials such as manuscripts, dramatic works, pantomimes and choreographic works, pictorial and graphic works, sculpture, motion pictures and other audiovisual works, sound recordings, and architectural works. Failure to observe copyright or license agreements Unauthorized distribution of copyrighted material and unauthorized peer-to-peer sharing using the institution’s information technology system may result in disciplinary action, including dismissal from the school, legal action by the copyright owner, and/or criminal penalties.

Since the files distributed over peer-to-peer networks are primarily copyrighted works, there is a risk of liability for downloading material from these networks. To avoid these risks, there are currently many "authorized" services on the Internet that allow consumers to purchase copyrighted works online, whether music, ebooks, or motion pictures. By purchasing works through authorized services, consumers can avoid the risks of infringement liability and can limit their exposure to other potential risks, e.g., viruses, unexpected material, or spyware.  Other legal alternatives for downloading or otherwise acquiring copyrighted material include utilizing the school’s library facilities or public lending libraries.

Questions concerning this institution’s copyright policy should be directed to Centralized Library Services.

Summary of Civil and Criminal Penalties for Violation of Federal Copyright Laws

  Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or “statutory” damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For “willful” infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys’ fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505.

Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense. For more information, please see the website of the U.S. Copyright Office at 

Copy equipment at the school may not be used to copy copyrighted material. In addition, none of the material listed below may be copied by students or employees. Copyrightable works include the following categories: 

1. Literary works, including computer software
2. Musical works, including any accompanying words
3. Dramatic works, including any accompanying music
4. Pantomimes and choreographic work
5. Pictorial, graphic, and sculptured works
6. Motion pictures and other audiovisual works
7. Sound recordings
8. Architectural works 

These categories should be viewed broadly. For example, computer programs and most “compilations” may be registered as “literary works;” maps and architectural plans may be registered as “pictorial, graphic, and sculptured works.”

McCann School of Business & Technology computer systems and networks are provided for student use as a part of school's academic programs. Students are not permitted to use their personal devices on the school's computer network.  This poses a security risk to the school's infrastructure and is prohibited.  All students have a responsibility to use McCann School of Business & Technologycomputer systems and networks in an ethical and lawful manner. Students found to have misused computer systems and networks may receive disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. McCann School of Business & Technology will not tolerate any abuse of computer systems and networks. This is not an all-inclusive list. In the case of a dismissal, the student will be subject to the refund policy as outlined in the school catalog.

Examples of behaviors considered to be in violation of the school's policy on student computer systems and network include:

• Sending obscene, harassing, intimidating and/or threatening messages through email or other means. Viewing or downloading, displaying, printing or otherwise disseminating material that is sexually explicit, profane, obscene, harassing, fraudulent, racially offensive, defamatory or otherwise unlawful.
• Downloading any software programs, files or other items including but not limited to internet accelerator programs, search engines, upgrades, enhancements, fonts, graphic images, photos or other items unless authorized to do so by the Director of Education or Executive Director. Transferring personal software to McCann School of Business & Technology computers is prohibited.
• Soliciting business, selling products, or otherwise engaging in commercial activities or personal advertisements. Using McCann School of Business & Technology computer and/or network to perpetrate fraud, misrepresentation or illegal activity. 
• Providing others with access to one’s personal computer accounts or attempting to gain access to the computer accounts, files or system to which authorized access has not been granted.
• Attempting to circumvent or compromise McCann School of Business & Technology computer security or the security of any remote system accessed through South McCann School of Business & Technology equipment or networks.
• Creating or releasing computer viruses or engaging in other destructive or potentially destructive programming activities.
• Modifying, altering, or tampering with systems hardware or software unless explicitly authorized to do so by the Executive Director.

Title IX Compliance Policy
The school is committed to providing a school environment that ensures the equality, dignity, and respect of every student. In keeping with this commitment, the school strictly prohibits discriminatory practices, including sexual harassment, and will not deny or limit the ability of any student to participate in, or benefit from, any school program on the basis of sex, (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity. Sexual harassment, whether verbal, physical or environmental, is unacceptable and will not be tolerated, whether it occurs on school grounds or at outside school‐sponsored activities. This policy applies to all school employees and students. All employees have a duty to ensure that no student is subjected to sexual harassment and to help maintain a school environment free of such harassment.  Ancora Education's Title IX Coordinator is responsible for each school's overall compliance with Title IX, including response to reports of sexual misconduct affecting the campus community, as set forth in further detail in Ancora's Title IX Compliance Policy. For questions regarding Title IX procedures and how the schools complies with Title IX please see the Ancora Education Consumer Information and Annual Security Report, which is located at:

https://www.mccann.edu/why-mccann/consumer-information/

William Caswell

Ancora Education

(817) 369-8061

You may also file a complaint of sexual harassment and/or sexual violence from students and employees using the EthicsPoint online reporting system. Please note that feedback may be submitted anonymously, and the EthicsPoint system strips away Internet addresses so that anonymity is maintained. While anonymous complaints are accepted, McCann School of Business & Technology’s ability to address misconduct reported anonymously is significantly limited. Individuals may use the information below to electronically file a report of sexual misconduct with McCann School of Business & Technology. McCann School of Business & Technology will investigate each report received through the process established in the institution's sexual harassment and sexual violence policy. Complaints can be submitted 24 hours a day, seven days a week via the following NAVEX Global website and telephone number:

Portal:  https://ancoraeducation.ethicspoint.com

Telephone:  1-844-987-0402

The student is responsible for initiating any request to make up work missed because of class absence (see Make-Up Policy). Makeup of missed classes does not remove an absence from a student’s record. If a student is absent from all classes for 14 or more consecutive calendar days, the student may be withdrawn from school.

CDL Program: Students enrolled in the CDL program should refer to the CDL Program Of Study attendance policy. 

Ground courses: Attendance for ground courses is taken in the physical classroom by the instructor. Students who fail to attend the physical class sessions for 14 or more consecutive calendar days may be withdrawn. Regardless of the situation resulting in an absence from class, students are expected to be in attendance a minimum 60% per grading period to pass a course.  Any attendance below 60% may result in the student failing the course. 

Online courses: Attendance for online courses is taken by students logging in and completing work in the online classroom. Students are expected to actively participate in their online courses at least twice per week. Students who do not submit substantive work for their online courses for 14 or more consecutive calendar days may be withdrawn.  Regular Attendance in an Online Class is an important contributor to student success in online courses. To comply with federal mandates for school’s handling of student aid, certain kinds of student activity may or may not count as participation sufficient to qualify as attendance in online courses.

For attendance to be earned, the student must complete at least one of the following academic events: (1) complete a quiz, (2) complete and post an assignment, or (3) post at least once a week to a relevant class discussion board.

Hybrid courses: Attendance for hybrid courses is taken both in the physical classroom and by students logging in and completing work in the online classroom. Students are expected to attend both the physical class sessions and actively participate in their online classes. Students who fail to either attend the physical class or post attendance by completing substantive work in the online classroom for 14 or more consecutive calendar days may be withdrawn.  Regardless of the situation resulting in an absence from class students are expected to be in attendance a minimum 60% per grading period to pass a course.  Any attendance below 60% may result in the student failing the course.

Some programmatically accredited programs or programs that require licensure may have additional attendance requirements. These requirements are outlined under State/Programmatic-Mandated Policies. Where the state attendance and makeup work policy differs from the institutional policy, the stricter policy applies.

The grade of Incomplete (I) is given for a valid reason when a student is unable to complete all the work in the course by the time the course ends. An Incomplete Grade Request Form must be submitted to the Director of Education, or designee, prior to the last day of the course. Students must initiate arrangements with instructors and receive approval of the Director of Education, or designee, to make up the required work within 14 calendar days after the end of the course. At that time, the grade will be calculated based on the work submitted and will replace the Incomplete. Incomplete grades count as credits/hours attempted but not completed. When the Incomplete is converted to a letter grade, it will be computed as credits/hours completed or failed, depending on the grade assigned.

Procedure:

• The student must request the Incomplete prior to the last day of the course using the Incomplete Grade Request;
  •  In order to approve an Incomplete, the student must have earned a minimum of a 25% in the course.
  • The Director of Education, or designee, may approve students under an earned 25% with mitigating circumstances.    
    • Additional documentation may be required to approve exceptions.
• If approved, The Director of Education, or designee, will notify the student prior to an “I” grade being entered in the Student Information System;
• Student must make up all Incomplete grades within 14 days of the end of the course;
  •  All hours completed with a qualified instructor on campus to assist with makeup work will count toward the student’s attendance hours and is documented with an AD – Attendance Change Form;
• Grade will be converted to “F” or the grade the student has earned at the end of the incomplete period approved unless special approval is given to extend the deadline;
• Appropriate supporting documentation for the grade will be uploaded into Image Now along with the approved Incomplete Grade Request once the “I” grade is resolved;
• Students who are approved for an “I” grade in their final course may be withdrawn until the “I” is resolved if the approval extends beyond the Drop/Add period and the student isn’t enrolled in any other courses;
  • In these cases, the student must be dropped, finish hours, reinstated, grades and hours finalized, then approved to graduate.
• Students may request a late incomplete after the course has closed through the Director of Education or Designee, Student Services Coordinator; Student Resource Coordinator, or Hybrid Teaching Assistant (SSC/SRC/HTA).
  • Late incomplete requests must be submitted in writing within 7 calendar days of the end of the course and will be approved only based on mitigating circumstances.
  • Late incompletes beyond a week may only be granted by the VP of Academics or the AVP Online Academic Operations in cases where the campus fails to provide the student with reasonable access to complete coursework.

The campus recognizes that there are circumstances and events which require students to miss classes, resulting in the need for makeup work. Because Ancora Education believes the purpose of completing work is to help the student learn and be successful, instructors are expected to work with students on the submission of makeup work. Students must initiate contact with the instructor to discuss the makeup work in question. The student will work with the instructor on new deadlines and any deductions that may result based on the late work, not to exceed 20% per assignment. Examinations may be made up only with documented extenuating circumstances. The deadline must be prior to the end of the term, or else the student must apply for an Incomplete (see the Incomplete policy). Online modality assessments are considered normal makeup work, not examinations for purposes of this policy. The procedure for requesting the opportunity to makeup required work can be obtained from the instructor. Students will not be charged for completing makeup work.

An approved Leave of Absence (LOA) is a temporary interruption in a student’s academic attendance for a specific period of time in an ongoing program.

Leave of Absence Conditions

The following conditions may be considered: 

• Medical Leave (including pregnancy)
• Family Care (unexpected childcare issues or medical care of family)
• Military Duty
• Jury Duty

The following requirements apply:

A student may be granted a Leave of Absence (LOA) if: 

• A LOA request is submitted in writing within 14 calendar days of the student’s last date of attendance, but prior to the student taking the LOA.  The written request includes the reason for the request and is signed and dated by the student and an authorized school official.  If unforeseen circumstances prevent the student from providing a written request within 14 calendar days the campus may use its discretion to grant the student’s request if the student provides the written documentation validating the unforeseen circumstances  by the last day of the campus’s attendance policy. In this situation the school documents its decision and collects the written request at a later date.
• Generally, only one leave of absence may be granted to a student in a 12-month period. However, more than one leave of absence may be granted for limited, well documented cases due to unforeseen circumstances that are listed below, provided that the total number of days the student remains on LOA may not exceed 180 days during a consecutive 12-month time frame. Reasons for potential second leaves of absence include:
  • One additional leave of absence, if it does not exceed 30 days and the campus determines that it is necessary due to unforeseen circumstances; this type of leave of absence would have to be subsequent to the granting of the single leave of absence, which is granted at the campus's discretion.  This may not be possible in all programs based on term structure.
  • Subsequent leaves of absence if the campus documents that they are granted for jury duty, military reasons, or circumstances covered under the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) (Public Law 103-3), enacted February 5, 1993. The circumstances that are covered under the FMLA, as applied to students, are:
    • Birth of a son or daughter of the student and the need to care for that son or daughter (within 12 months of the date of birth)
    • Placement of a son or daughter with the student for adoption or foster care (within 12 months beginning on the date of the placement)
    • Need to care for the student’s spouse, or a son, daughter, or parent, if the spouse son, daughter, or parent has a serious health condition
    • A serious health condition that makes the student unable to function as a student
• There may be limitations on LOA eligibility for students enrolled in term-based programs due to scheduling requirements.  This is due to the requirement that a student must return into the same classes when coming off of an LOA.
• The total days considered on LOA will include days up to the point in the coursework where the student left on LOA.  It is strongly advised that the student return at the beginning of the term when possible in order to benefit from a review of the material.  Any resubmitted work the student completes will be graded, and the higher of the two grades will be counted.
• The student must have earned a successful grade in at least one course before being eligible to apply for an LOA
• A student may not apply for an LOA between terms, they are only eligible if they start an LOA during a term.

Failure to return from an approved leave of absence will result in withdrawal from the campus, may have an impact on aid, loan repayment and exhaustion of the loan grace period for the total days the student was on the LOA, and any unearned tuition shall be refunded within refund guidelines. Students in a LOA status may not receive further financial aid disbursements until returning to active status.  Contact the financial aid office for more information about the impact of an LOA on financial aid.

An LOA will not be granted during the term for students enrolled in our standard term programs.

Students desiring to withdraw from the school or an individual course should contact the Director of Education or Registrar to obtain the necessary forms and procedures for official withdrawal. Students who withdraw from one or more courses during drop/add but maintain enrollment in at least one or more courses will be unregistered from the courses being dropped. Students withdrawing after the drop/add period and prior to the last day to withdrawal will receive a “W.” Students withdrawing from one or more courses after the last day to withdrawal will receive the grade earned in the course. “Ws” are not computed in the student’s GPA. Students who receive Federal Student Loans must schedule an exit loan counseling with a Financial Services Officer before they leave school, either by graduation or withdrawal. 

Last Day to Withdraw: A student is awarded a grade of W (Withdrawal) when withdrawing from an active course or all courses prior to the last day to withdraw for a term or grading period. The last day to withdraw from a course is prior to the last week of the student’s course.

Students who have withdrawn from McCann School of Business & Technology and wish to be readmitted should contact the school. If the application for re-admission is for a different curriculum, the standard requirements for a change of program will apply. All applicants for re-admission will be required to complete the Smarter Measures Assessment. The assessment measures student readiness to return to school and engage in post-secondary learning based on non-cognitive indicators of success. The school uses the results of the assessment to determine the type of support that will be most beneficial to the student through the program of study. Approval for readmission for the same curriculum or an alternate selection will be based on the applicant's ability and aptitude, the time elapsed since withdrawing, recommendations of the instructors of the program to which the applicant is reapplying, and the applicant's career objectives. Prior tuition balances and student loan statuses must be clear before readmission application forms will be processed. Re-entering students must meet all admission requirements in place at the time of their re-entry. Applicants granted re-admission may have course load restrictions, specific grade and attendance requirements, and/or required advisement sessions in order to remain enrolled at McCann School of Business & Technology.

A re-entering student who was required to withdraw because of active military status will be promptly re-entered with no advance notice required by the student if re-entering within five years of completion of service, unless unusual circumstances require the institution to admit the student at a later date. Re-entry will be processed into his/her same program of study at the same enrollment status and with the same number of hours previously completed. If that program is no longer offered, the student will be re-admitted to the program that is most similar in terms of content and credit hours unless the student requests admission to a different program. If the School assesses that additional academic preparation is required before resuming active enrollment, this will be provided by the School at no charge to the student. In all cases, the student will be charged the same tuition and fees that would have been assessed at the time the student left the School for active military service. Students may contact the Director of Education or designee for more information about this policy and eligibility, or when ready to re- enroll.

The school does not assume responsibility for the loss of books or other personal property. However, all instructors and students are requested to give the Receptionist all articles found so that the owner may claim them.

 The school reserves the right, at any time, to make changes as it deems necessary or desirable in its policies and operating procedures, to modify its tuition rates, to add to or withdraw members from its faculty and staff, to rearrange its courses and programs as teaching policies render it desirable, and to withdraw or re-sequence subjects, courses, and programs if registration falls below the required number.

McCann School of Business & Technology’s stated objective is the preparation of its graduates for a career in their chosen field of training. If a student has a grievance, the following procedure must be followed. It is McCann School of Business & Technology’s desire that a grievance be settled at the lowest possible level, and resolved as rapidly as possible. 

1. A student will attempt to resolve a grievance with the person involved.
2. If a student is unable to resolve the grievance with the person involved, it should be submitted in writing to that person’s supervisor.
3. If the grievance is still unresolved after two days, the student should submit a written summary to the Executive Director. A meeting will be set up to include the student, person involved, and the Director. Every effort will be made to resolve the grievance at this point.
4. If the student notifies the Executive Director in writing that the student does not consider the grievance to be resolved, a written summary by the Executive Director, along with all other materials, will be forwarded to: Ombudsman Department STVT-AAI Education Inc. 2241 S Watson Road, Suite 181 Arlington, Texas 76010

A written decision on the grievance report will be sent to the student and the School Director within five working days after receipt of the signed grievance. Grievances may also be directed to the Pennsylvania Department of Education:

Pennsylvania Department of Education

Arlington, Virginia 22201

A copy of the accrediting agencies complaint form is available at the School and may be obtained by contacting the Executive Director or online at www.accsc.org. 

830 First Street, N.E.

Washington, DC 20202-5144

In many instances, Ancora Education must rely on individual faculty, staff, and students to report to the appropriate office cases where it appears that a member or members of the community are not complying with applicable law or policy. A major deterrent to such reporting is the fear that the person or persons against whom the report is made will retaliate against the person making the report. The purpose of this policy is to clearly articulate that Ancora Education prohibits retaliation against those who make reports of possible non-compliance and good-faith grievances raised by students.

Faculty, administrators, and staff shall not intimidate or take retaliatory action, as defined below, against any member of the community, who makes a report of the type defined below in good faith and without malice.

The prohibition against retaliation applies to:  

1. The disclosure of information concerning conduct that the reporter believes is illegal or in violation of campus policies;
2. Disclosures made during compliance review or a peer review process;
3. The filing of a legitimate complaint, grievance, or incident report

 The types of retaliation that are prohibited include but are not limited to:  

1. Intimidation;
2. Adverse actions with respect to the reporter's work assignments, salary, vacation, and other terms of employment;
3. Unlawful discrimination;
4. Termination of employment;
5. Adverse actions against a relative of the reporter who is a Ancora Education employee or student at an institution owned and operated by Ancora Education; and
6. Threats of any of the above   

Note that an adverse personnel, academic or other disciplinary action against an employee or student whose conduct or performance warrants such action for reasons unrelated to the reporting of a concern will not be deemed a violation of this policy.

Smoking, eating, and drinking are prohibited in the classrooms and the hallways of McCann School of Business & Technology. The school has provided a student lounge for eating and drinking and an outside area for smoking.  McCann School of Business & Technology maintains a smoke-free environment.

The Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended by the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 1998, and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 requires institutions to provide annual notice to students of the availability of consumer information on a range of topics, including:  

• retention and graduation rates;
• financial assistance available to students and requirements and restrictions imposed on Title IV aid;
• campus crime statistics;
• other institutional information including: the cost of attendance, accreditation and academic program data, facilities and services available to disabled students, and withdrawal and refund policies.  

In addition to the annual notice, students and the general public can access each disclosure and related consumer information online at the following address:

http://www.mccann.edu/why-mccann/consumer-information/

Students are entitled to receive a paper version of this information upon request from the Executive Director.

a. Full-time Student - For credit hour programs, a full-time student is a student scheduled for 12 or more credit hours per term.  For clock hour programs, all students enrolled in a program of at least 900 clock hours are considered to be full-time.

b. Three-quarter time Student - A three-quarter time student is a student scheduled for at least 9 but less than 12 credit hours per term.

c. Half-time Student - A half-time student is a student scheduled for at least 6 but less than 9 credit hours per term.

d. Regular Student - A regular student is an admitted student who is enrolled in a specialized degree, diploma, or certificate program in good academic standing.

e. Non-Matriculating Students – Non-matriculating students are those who seek admission for course credit in order to meet specific educational needs but do not wish to take the entire required curriculum leading to an academic credential. The non-matriculating student is required to submit an application as such and is not eligible for federal or state aid.

f. Auditing Students – In some instances a student may be allowed to audit a previously passed course in his/her program for the purpose of improving skills or knowledge base. Audited courses are assigned a grade of AU and do not count as credits attempted or earned for any purposes and do not have any effect on calculations of pace or GPA.

McCann School of Business & Technology awards quarter credit hours for all specialized degree programs and most diploma/certificate programs, with the exception of some clock hour programs as noted below.

A credit hour is defined as an amount of work represented by intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than (1) one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work for ten to twelve weeks for one quarter hour of credit, or the equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time; or (2) at least an equivalent amount of work as required in paragraph (1) of this definition for other academic activities as established by the institution including laboratory work, internships, practica, and other academic work leading to the award of credit hours.

Credit in traditionally delivered programs is measured in credit hours and is calculated based upon the following attribution formula:

One quarter credit hour equals, at a minimum, 10 classroom hours of lecture, 20 hours of laboratory, and 30 hours of externship. A class hour is an instructional period of fifty (50) minutes of instruction in a sixty (60) minute period. For Title IV purposes, the school uses the classroom hours of instruction plus out-of-class hours (Study/Prep/Review) identified for the course(s).

A clock hour is defined as fifty minutes of instruction within a sixty-minute period.

Students are admitted to classes only with official written authorization (i.e., schedules, class change notifications, and attendance change notifications). No visitors (including relatives, spouses, children, friends, and pets) are permitted in classes at any time. Students are expected to attend all classes beginning with the first class session. To remain officially enrolled in a class, a student must attend at least once prior to the conclusion of the drop/add period.

All students are expected to register during the time scheduled for that purpose. Quarterly registration dates are published and announced. The school reserves the right to schedule courses that are deemed appropriate for the best educational sequence for the student and the school. Course schedules and course loads should be carefully planned by the student in consultation with his/her Program Director or the Director of Education. Each student is responsible for being familiar with the requirements of his/her program of study and for keeping account of progress toward completion of graduation requirements. The student is expected to be familiar with the regulations set forth in the catalog. Copies are available in the administrative offices. An electronic copy of the catalog is available on the student portal. A student who desires to register for course work above the normal course load outlined for the curriculum must obtain written permission from his/her Program Director who must receive final approval from the Director of Education.

For a student beginning their program version, or re-entering into their program version for their re-entry term, the equivalent of the first fourteen (14) calendar days are designated as the “drop/add” period. For continuing students, the equivalent of the first seven (7) calendar days of each term are designated as the “drop/add period” for schedule changes involving individual courses for students who start at the beginning of the term. By the end of the drop/add period, each student’s schedule must be in place for the remainder of the term. Individual courses dropped during drop/add will not appear on a student’s transcript and no tuition will be charged for those courses. For students enrolled in an institution located in the state of Texas, a student beginning their program version, or re-entering into their program version for their re-entry term must sit 1 of the first 3 days of class or their enrollment shall be canceled.

+Satisfactory grades are 70% or higher for Title IV programs. Non-Title IV programs may have other requirements for S grades (75% or higher). Check with the Director of Education for specific STCT grading information.

Grade Measurement

Grades measure the degree to which a student masters the competencies in program coursework and are one measure of a student's ability to meet employment standards in the field for which the student is preparing. Upon the completion of each term, the student is given a letter grade in each course based upon written examinations, practical exercises, projects and other submitted work, as defined in the course syllabus. Every course for which a student officially registers will appear on the student's official transcript unless the student cancels his/her enrollment prior to the commencement of classes or drops an individual course prior to the end of the drop/add period. All courses entered on a student's official transcript are assigned a letter grade.

Each course within a program of study is thoughtfully designed to build upon prior knowledge, introduce new concepts, provide supportive resources, allow the student to validate and remediate personal mastery of the content, and to assess student development of a defined set of competencies and the achievement of a prescribed list of learning objectives. Each activity, assignment and/or assessment associated with a course is carefully constructed to support the development of one or more course learning objectives and one or more competencies. Therefore, the institution does not provide opportunities to earn “extra credit.”

The Student Portal indicates the final grade earned in each course and associated grade point average. Students who may be demonstrating unsatisfactory work at midterm are notified by academics staff and instructors through advising sessions. Students are encouraged to discuss their progress with their instructors throughout each term. Students with questions about a grade should contact the instructor immediately upon receiving the grade.

Students wishing to contest a grade for a valid reason must do so by the end of the Drop/Add period immediately following the term in which the original grade was earned. A Grade Change Request Form must be submitted to the Director of Education prior to the last day Drop/Add of the immediately following term. The Director of Education will investigate the original grade based on the information provided by the student. The grade change must be resolved within 30 days of the request being made.

Candidates for graduation must:

1. Complete successfully all courses, credits, and hours (if applicable) required for the program
2. Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least a 2.0. Certain programs may require a higher a cumulative grade point average. Refer to the section on program requirements
3. Complete all competency and skill performance testing required for the program
4. Attend exit interview(s) conducted by the Financial Services Office if the student has utilized student loans
5. Be free of all indebtedness to the school

Students who meet the requirements for graduation with associate in specialized business/technology degrees and whose cumulative grade-point averages meet the following criteria are graduated with the honors indicated.

HONORS                                MINIMUM GRADE
                                                POINT AVERAGE

Cum Laude                                        3.25 Magna Cum Laude                            3.50

Summa Cum Laude                           3.75

Diploma and Certificate graduates whose cumulative grade point averages meet the following criteria are graduated with the honors indicated:

HONORS                                MINIMUM GRADE
                                                POINT AVERAGE

Students achieving academic and attendance excellence at the end of each term are eligible for the following awards:

Academic Excellence: Term GPA 4.0

Academic Honors: Term GPA 3.5-3.99

A formal graduation ceremony is held biannually in January and July. Candidates who have fulfilled all graduation requirements at the end of that quarter are eligible to participate in the ceremony.

A complete record of every course for which a student registers is maintained in an electronic student records system.  The record of all credits attempted and earned is posted to this form concurrent with the issuance of term grade reports to students.  A record that has been delivered electronically through the secure transcript request website or is printed, sealed and dated constitutes an Official Transcript.  One “Issued to Student” Transcript will be provided at no charge to the student upon request.  Official Transcripts provided to any institution or agency designated by the student will incur a charge of $10.00 each for electronic delivery.  Students who have not satisfied their financial obligations to the school are not eligible to receive transcripts.  Written authorization by the student is required for the school to release a Transcript to a third party.

Transcripts may be requested at www.parchment.com

Satisfactory Academic Progress

  A student must meet the following standards of academic achievement and successful course completion while enrolled. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) applies to all students including full or part time status, and all periods of an active regular enrollment regardless of whether or not the student receives financial aid. Student enrollment status is determined at the end of the drop/add for any given term or payment period (determined by program, defined herein as “academic term”). All courses in a program must be successfully completed in order for a student to graduate from the program. Permanent records are maintained for every student indicating courses completed and grades earned. Students must be considered to be in good standing, either as a result of having met SAP, having an approved appeal on file, or having met the terms of a given academic plan, in order to maintain enrollment in a subsequent scheduled academic term. SAP does not apply to students enrolled in professional development/continuing education courses, which are courses not included within the scope of the institution's accreditation and are not eligible for Title IV funding. 

The following SAP standards are for Credit Hour Programs: 

For credit hour programs, credits attempted are those credits for which the student is enrolled at the end of the drop/add of an academic term. Credits earned are credits for which the student receives a passing grade at the end of the academic term. 

Satisfactory Progress Thresholds for Credit Hour Programs: 

At the end of any SAP Evaluation period, if a student’s CGPA or Pace is below the stated threshold, the student’s academic progress is considered unsatisfactory. 

Maximum Timeframe/Maximum Program Length 

Unsatisfactory Academic Progress 

Financial Aid Warning for Credit Hour Programs 

Financial Aid Probation for Students in Credit Hour Programs 

Appeals of Adverse Determinations 

If an appeal is denied, the student will be dismissed and is ineligible to receive financial aid. If the appeal is upheld, the student will be placed on Financial Aid Probation status for one academic term. An academic plan will be created for the student, and the student will be considered eligible to receive financial aid. The academic plan must be structured so that a student reestablishes SAP within a reasonable timeframe. The student’s performance against the academic plan will be reviewed at the end of each academic term with the use of an Academic Plan Reviewed document. If, at the end of an academic term the student’s performance is consistent with the terms of the academic plan, the student remains eligible to receive financial aid and may continue in school for the subsequent academic term. If, at the end of an academic term the student’s performance is determined to be unsatisfactory, the student will be dismissed from the program of study. Students on academic plans will be advised at the end of each academic term to ensure that they understand their required performance for reestablishing satisfactory academic progress by the end of the plan. 

Financial Aid Dismissal for Students in Credit Hour Programs 

Students Receiving Veterans Education Benefits  Students using Veterans Education Benefits are subject to the same calculations of CGPA and Pace, but have different limitations as to how long they may remain not meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress standards. Students using Veterans Education Benefits will be subject to the following limitations.  Students will no longer eligible to be certified for Veterans Education Benefits once they fail to meet SAP standards for a third consecutive SAP evaluation period. This means students who fail to meet SAP at the end of their Financial Aid Probation term will have their benefits terminated. Student will only be eligible for certification if they return to Satisfactory Academic Progress. If a student exceeds Maximum Time Frame as defined in the SAP policy above, they are no longer eligible to be certified for Veterans Education Benefits. 

Other Factors Impacting Academic Standing for Credit Hour Programs 

Program Changes: When a student transfers to a new program, the total program length of the new program is used as a basis for determining the maximum program length. All previously attempted coursework that is applicable in the new program is carried forward into the new program, whether it was completed successfully or not (i.e., including grades of F or W), for the purposes of calculating both qualitative and quantitative academic progress. A student who is not meeting SAP standards is not eligible for a program change without approval of the Director of Education or designee. This also applies to students who were not meeting SAP standards at the point of being withdrawn and wish to re-enter in a different program. 

Transfer and Proficiency Credits: Transfer and Proficiency credits are entered as grades of “T” or “TO” which are not computed in a student’s qualitative grade point average. Transfer and proficiency credits are counted as credits attempted and earned for the purposes of calculating a student’s pace of progress in the program. See also Transfer of Credit in this catalog. These grades will be used in calculating both qualitative grade point average and pace of progress as defined in the Standards of Academic Progress policy. 

Additional Degrees/Diplomas: Degree or diploma students who wish to remain continuously enrolled and pursue an additional program must complete all requirements of the first program before enrolling in a subsequent program. Any successfully completed courses that are contained in the subsequent program will be counted towards completion of that program. (Note: students may not be enrolled concurrently in and receive funding for two Title IV eligible programs). 

Pass/Fail Courses 

Repeated Courses While in an Active Degree Seeking Status 

Audited Courses 

Grades and CGPA 

Students are able to access their student portal at any time to view academic progress, including grades. 

Withdrawal Grades for Institutional Withdrawals 
The W grade is assigned to class withdrawals when a student withdraws or stops attending all courses prior to the withdrawal deadline. The earned grade in the course is awarded after the withdrawal deadline. 

Withdrawal Grades for Individual Course Withdrawals 

Incomplete Grades 

A student’s enrollment status in a term-based program for Title IV purposes may include previously passed coursework being repeated in the program, but may not include more than one repetition of a specific previously passed course.

A student may also request to audit any course within their program version with their Director of Education.

All students shall have the right to inspect and review their educational records, to request corrections or deletions, and to limit disclosure of the records in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (also referred to as the Buckley Amendment).

The Registrar oversees the educational records.  Students may request a review of their records by writing to the Registrar or his/her designee and identifying the record(s) they wish to review.  Such review will be allowed during regular school office hours under appropriate supervision and within 45 days of the date the request is received by the school.  A copy of the records may be obtained for $1.00 per page.  When grades are included, the transcript charge applies.

A student may request the school to amend his/her educational records on the grounds that they are inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of his/her right to privacy. However, grades and course evaluations can be challenged only on the grounds that they are improperly recorded. The student should write to the Registrar and identify the part of the record he or she wants to change and specify why it is inaccurate. The Registrar, together with other involved school personnel, will review the written request and confer with the student to make a determination.  If the student is not satisfied with the result of the conference, the school will notify the student of his or her right to a formal grievance hearing. Within 45 days of the hearing, the student will be provided with a written decision, which will be considered final. Written documentation of the hearing and of the decision will be included as part of the student’s permanent record.

The following are exemptions to FERPA: 

• Financial records submitted by a student’s parent(s);
• Grades and access to student education records to parents who certify that the student is financially dependent;
• A school official who has a legitimate educational interest and needs to review an educational record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.  A school official is a person employed by the school in an administrative, supervisory, academic, research, or support staff position, or a person or company with whom the school has contracted, such as an attorney, auditor, collection agent, employment agency, or loan management agency, or a person serving on the Board of Governors, or a student serving on an official committee or assisting another school official in performing his/her tasks; 
• Confidential letters of recommendation received by the school prior to January 1, 1975.  For such letters received after December 31,1974, the Act permits students to waive their right to access if the letters are related to admissions, employment, or honors;
• School security records;
• Employment records for school employees who are not current students;
• Records compiled or maintained by physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, or other recognized professionals or paraprofessionals acting or assisting in such capacities for treatment purposes, and which are available only to persons providing the treatment; 
•  Authorized representatives of the U.S. Government, state and local  authorities where required, and accrediting agencies;
•  Appropriate persons or agencies in the event of a health or safety emergency, when a release without consent is necessary under the circumstances; and
• Records requested through court order or subpoena. 

The school will generally release certain student directory information without the consent of the student unless the student has specifically requested that the information not be released.  The student should inform the school in writing within ten (10) days after the first date of attendance if the student does not wish to have any or all of such information released by the school.  Such directory information includes some or all of the following data: student’s name, address(es), telephone number, e-mail address, program, dates of attendance, photograph, specialized degree or diploma awarded, post-graduation employers and job titles, participation in activities and recognition received, previous secondary and postsecondary educational institutions attended by the student, and date and place of birth.   

The school also reserves the right to release to police agencies and/or crime victims any records or information pertinent to a crime which has occurred on campus, including the details of and disciplinary action taken against the alleged perpetrator of the crime.  The student has the right to file a complaint concerning alleged failures by the school to comply with the requirements of FERPA at the following U.S. Department of Education office:

Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202-5901 

Additional information on FERPA is available from the Executive Director’s office.

The externship is a course that is a requirement in designated programs.  Students participate in an externship during their final term or final modules.  Learning takes place “on the job” as students experience first-hand the day-to-day operations of their career field.  Supervised externships are customized to each student’s program area and capabilities.  Because it is an academic requirement, it requires oversight by academic staff members who are specialists in the career field.

Prior to a student's beginning an externship, a completed Externship Agreement and Externship Assignment Form must be executed with McCann School of Business & Technology, the externship site and the student . A copy of this information is maintained by the Program Director and Career Services Department and become part of the student’s permanent record.  The externship site and the student are also provided a general competency list for the student’s program that reflects the competencies acquired by the student. This provides guidance to the site supervisor on the student’s expected skill sets.

The student submits weekly reports to document his/her externship attendance, activities and learning.  The sponsoring externship host evaluates the student at the mid-point and at the conclusion of the required hours. In addition, evaluations are made by the externship supervisor based on site visitation and observations.

The Externship Instructor makes a planned visit to the externship site to observe the student on the job.  The site supervisor is notified of the visit and is involved in communicating with the Externship Instructor about the student’s progress.  Each student is visited at least once a term by an Externship Instructor.  A second visit may be necessary if a student needs additional coaching or training, or at the request of the site.

The Externship Instructor completes a Mid Point Evaluation form for each visit that is conducted. This visit report becomes a part of the student's permanent record. These visit reports are filed with the Director of Education. Students are required to provide their own transportation to and from the externship site.  Externship hours are generally scheduled during the day, but may include nights and weekends.

McCann School of Business & Technology is an independent, co-educational, postsecondary institution and is owned and operated by STVT-AAI Education Inc., a Texas corporation with headquarters located in Arlington, Texas. The affairs of the school are managed by the governing board and the Executive Director. The address of the corporate office is 2241 S Watson Rd. Suite 181, Arlington, TX 76010, telephone number 682-334-5680, email address . The website of the principal corporate office is: www.ancoraeducation.com.

GOVERNANCE

Board of Directors of STVT-AAI Education Inc.

William Hansen

Pete Kirchof

Michael Williams

Andrew Milgram

Daniel Ducote Jr.

Stephanie Nellons-Paige

Aron Schwartz

Michael Zawisky
Bill Nance - President and Chief Executive Officer

Jessica Rohrbach

Executive Director

Sarah Loughhead

Manager - Education & Career Services

Emily Peters

Director of Admissions

Hannah Spatzer

Admissions Representative

Jennifer Delbaugh

Financial Services Officer

Cody Shrawder

Admissions Representative

Angie Filiman

Academic Administrative Assistant

Jamie Pauling, CST

Program Director - Surgical Technology

AST, McCann School of Business & Technology

Crystal Hans, LPN, RMA

Program Director - Allied Health Programs

AAS, Miller-Motte College

Dawn Raynes

Program Director - Information Technology and Business Administration

BS, Kutztown University

Cory Heath

Lead Instructor - Criminal Justice 

MA, Illinois State University

M. Jorjia Campbell

Instructor - Business Administration, General Education

MS, Capella University

Shane Doolittle

Instructor - Information Technology

BS - Computer Science & Programming

Joshua Garver

Instructor - General Education

MS - Mathematics, Bucknell University

Alysha Hammer, CST

Instructor - Surgical Technology

AST, McCann School of Business & Technology

Timothy Kincaid

Instructor - Allied Health Programs

BA - Liberal Arts, God’s Bible School and College

Tracy Kohl

Instructor - General Education

ME - Educational Leadership, Virginia Commonwealth University

Bruce Marion, RMA

Instructor - Allied Health Programs

BA - English, University of Scranton

Stephanie Moyer

Instructor - Allied Health Programs

BS - Technical Management, DeVry University

Kelly Ryan, RN

Instructor - Allied Health Programs

MS - Nursing, Bloomsburg University

Travis Williams

Instructor - Information Technology

MS - Middle Level Social Studies, Wilkes University