College catalog of Randolph Community College

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Table of Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................4 – 18
Enrollment Information............................................................................................................................19 – 33
Expenses (Tuition & Fees)..........................................................................................................................34 – 36
Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs Information........................................................................................37 – 40
Academic Policies......................................................................................................................................41 – 52
Other Regulations......................................................................................................................................53 – 65
Programs of Study (Curricula-Credit)......................................................................................................66 – 174
Arts and Sciences Division
Associate in Arts (College T
ransfer)................70 – 72
Associate in Arts Pre-Majors
(College T
ransfer).............................................73 – 79
Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, . Finance, and Marketing Pre-Major...................73
Criminal Justice Pre-Major....................................74
English Pre-Major..................................................74
English Education Pre-Major................................74
Health Education Pre-Major.................................75
History Pre-Major..................................................75
Information Systems Pre-Major............................75
Liberal Studies Pre-Major......................................76
Middle Grades Education Pre-Major.....................76
Nursing Pre-Major.................................................76
Physical Education Pre-Major...............................77
Political Science Pre-Major...................................77
Psychology Pre-Major............................................77
Social Science Secondary Education
Pre-Major...............................................................78 . Social Work Pre-Major..........................................78
Sociology Pre-Major..............................................78
Special Education Pre-Major.................................79
Associate in Science (College Transfer)..................80
Engineering Pre-Major..........................................81
Biotechnology (collaborative program)...........82 – 84
Humanities/Fine Arts and Social/
Behavioral Science Courses.............................85 – 86
Business and Commercial Arts Division
Accounting.......................................................87 – 89. Advertising & Graphic Design........................90 – 92. Business Administration...................................93 – 94
Business Administration: Human Resource................... Management Concentration........................95 – 96. Computer Information Technology.................97 – 98. Entrepreneurship......................................................99. Global Logistics...........................................100 – 102. Healthcare Management Technology ........103 – 104. Interior Design.............................................105 – 106
Medical Office Administration...................107 – 109. Networking Technology..............................110 – 111. Office Administration.................................112 – 114. Photographic Technology: Biocommunications ........... Photography Concentration....................115 – 116
Photographic T
echnology: Commercial ........................ Photography Concentration....................117 – 118
Photographic T
echnology: Photojournalism ................. Concentration ........................................119 – 120
Photographic T
echnology: Portrait Studio .................... Management Concentration...................121 – 122
Health Sciences and Public Service Division
Associate Degree Nursing............................123 – 125. Associate in General Education..................126 – 129
Basic Law Enforcement T
raining............................130
Cosmetology.................................................131 – 135
Cosmetology Instructor...........................................136
Criminal Justice T
echnology.......................137 – 139
Early Childhoo
d Education.........................140 – 143
Funeral Service Education
(collaborative program) ..........................144 – 146
Manicuring/Nail T
echnology..................................147
Medical Assisting.........................................148 – 149
Nursing Assistant....................................................150
Physical Therapist Assistant 1+1
(collaborative program)...........................151 – 152. Radiography.................................................153 – 154. Industrial, Engineering and Transportation Division
Automotive Systems T
echnology................155 – 157
Collision Repair & Refinishing ..................................... Technology..............................................158 – 160
Computer
-Integrated Machining.................161 – 164
Electrical/Electronics T
echnology...............165 – 168
Industrial Engineering Technology..............169 – 171
Industrial Systems T
echnology....................172 – 173
W
elding Technology...............................................174
University Center of Randolph County................................................................................................175 – 176
Continuing Education (Noncredit) Programs and Services.................................................................177 – 180
Course Descriptions..............................................................................................................................181 – 254
College Personnel............................................................................................................................................255
Index.....................................................................................................................................................256 – 257
Campus Maps........................................................................................................................................258 – 260
Published by Randolph Community College Spring 2012. The content contained in the College Catalog is subject to change.
For more information, contact the Office of College Marketing at 336-633-0208 or e-mail cdhefferin@randolph.edu.4
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WELCOME
from the President
Welcome to Randolph Community College, a very special place where our
faculty, staff, administration, and trustees are fully committed to the success
of our students and the economic/workforce development of our community.
When I was a young boy, my mother told me that I could be anything in
the world I wanted to be if I got my education and worked hard. Her wise
counsel and constant support gave me the direction and encouragement to
pursue my education, which opened doors of opportunity that I would have
never dreamed of otherwise. That is precisely why I chose the community
college as the best place to invest my life­­—
to give the wonderful gift to
others that my mother gave to me.
The accessible, affordable, quality education offered in the community college
is the very best opportunity that many thousands of North Carolinians will ever have to enter the world of
higher education and earn the skills and credentials to fulfill the careers of their dreams.
Our graduates have a proven record of remarkable success, both in the four-year universities to which many
transfer and in the careers they enter. The formula for their success is really no secret. In large part, it is due
to the following factors:
1. Students at RCC sit in relatively small classes, where their instructors know them individually and are
committed to their success.
2. On day one and throughout their studies at RCC, students are taught by superbly qualified, fully credentialed,
highly dedicated faculty.
3. Our support services are comprehensive, including financial aid, scholarships, academic advisors, career
counselors, mentoring programs, disability services, tutoring, early-intervention retention services for
those who struggle in class, student success classes, and student workshops on test-taking skills, study
skills, time-management, stress-management, and other relevant, helpful topics.
We take our motto very seriously: Creating Opportunities. Changing Lives. For whatever reason you are here
or are thinking about attending here, you could not find a better place than Randolph Community College
to help you become everything in life you ever dreamed of. That’s what we do! That’s why we’re here!
Again, welcome to RCC, a very special place that can help you turn your dreams into realities!
Sincerely,
Dr. Robert S. Shackleford Jr.
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The College
Randolph Community College, a member institution of the North Carolina Community College
System, is a public, two-year, comprehensive, community college established to serve the citizens of
Randolph County. The College began operation in 1962 as a joint city-county industrial education center
under the direction of the Trades and Industrial Division, Department of Vocational Education. The North
Carolina legislature in 1963 established a separate system of community colleges and the College became
part of that system.
Since opening its doors in 1962 as Randolph Industrial Education Center, the College has seen many
changes including
• three name changes—Randolph Technical Institute, Randolph Technical College, and Randolph
Community College,
• facilities expansion—from 33,000 square feet to more than 384,000 square feet in three locations
(Asheboro Campus, Archdale Center, and the Emergency Services Training Center), and
• enrollment growth—from 75 students in 1962 to more than 3,700 credit students and more than
9,000 noncredit students in the 2010-2011 academic year.
The College is approved by the North Carolina Community College System under the State Board
of Community Colleges, as specified in Chapter 115D of the General Statutes of North Carolina. The
College Board of Trustees has been granted authority to award the Associate in Applied Science, the
Associate in Arts, and the Associate in Science degrees, vocational diplomas, and certificates by the North
Carolina Community College System and the State Board of Community Colleges.
Continuing Education curricula include a state-approved Adult High School Diploma program,
General Educational Development program, and a variety of preparatory level programs. Degree, diploma,
and preparatory programs (including high school) are approved for veterans.
As a member of the North Carolina Community College System, Randolph Community College offers
occupational and adult education to meet the educational needs of the youth and adults served by the
College. The College accepts men and women for enrollment in a wide variety of subjects designed to meet
the changing technology and complex social development of its community.
■ Institutional Memberships (Selected)
Randolph Community College holds membership in the following:
• American Association of Community Colleges
• Association of Community College Trustees
• North Carolina Association of Community College Trustees
• North Carolina Association of Colleges & Universities
• Piedmont Triad Education Consortium
• Council for Resource Development
Vision, Mission, and Strategic Priorities
■ Vision
To be the premier educational resource for helping the people of Randolph County achieve their
	
career goals and personal dreams.
■ Mission
To provide educational and training opportunities that make a positive change in the lives of students
and the community.
■ Values/Strategic Focus Areas
• Community
• Employees
• Quality Education
• Radical Hospitality
• Student Success
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The Catalog as a Contract
This Catalog is not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract. Randolph Community College reserves
the right to modify, revoke, and add to College fees, regulations, or curricula at any time as defined under
North Carolina Community College System, State Board of Community Colleges Guidelines.
Any changes occuring after the publication date will be reflected in the online version at
www.randolph.edu/catalog.
Accreditation
Randolph Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Contact the Commission on Colleges at
1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Ga. 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation
of Randolph Community College. Randolph Community College is authorized by the State Board of
Community Colleges to award the Associate in Applied Science, the Associate in Arts, and the Associate
in Science degrees. Copies of this accreditation and authorization may be obtained by contacting the
director of planning and assessment, 336-633-0206.
Equal Opportunity
Randolph Community College offers equal employment and educational opportunities to all employees
and students, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, political affiliation, gender, age,
disability, medical condition, veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local
anti-discrimination laws.
All inquiries and questions about Randolph Community College’s compliance with Title VI and
VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and/or the College’s Equal
Opportunity Policy may be addressed to Equal Opportunity Officer and Title IX Coordinator, RCC, 629
Industrial Park Avenue, Asheboro, N.C. 27205.
Persons With Disabilities
Randolph Community College recognizes the barriers which confront disabled persons in access to
education. RCC is an equal access institution that accommodates the needs of students with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal statutes which affirm and protect the equal opportunity rights
of disabled persons, Randolph Community College will not tolerate conduct that displays hostility or
aversion toward an individual because of that person’s race, color, religion, creed, national origin, political
affiliation, gender, age, disability, medical condition, veteran status, and all other categories protected by
federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.
Credit Programs of Study
■ Arts and Sciences Division
Associate in Arts (College Transfer)
Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Finance, and Marketing Pre-Major
Criminal Justice Pre-Major
English Pre-Major
English Education Pre-Major
Health Education Pre-Major
History Pre-Major
Information Systems Pre-Major
Liberal Studies Pre-Major
Middle Grades Education Pre-Major
Nursing Pre-Major
Physical Education Pre-Major
Political Science Pre-Major
Psychology Pre-Major
Social Science Secondary Education Pre-Major
Social Work Pre-Major
Sociology Pre-Major
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Special Education Pre-Major
Associate in Science (College Transfer)
Engineering Pre-Major
Biotechnology (*This program is offered in conjunction with another community college.)
■ Business and Commercial Arts Division
Accounting
Advertising & Graphic Design
Business Administration
Business Administration: Human Resource Management Concentration
Computer Information Technology
Entrepreneurship
Global Logistics
Healthcare Management Technology
Interior Design
Medical Office Administration
Networking Technology
Office Administration
Photographic Technology: Biocommunications Photography Concentration
Photographic Technology: Commercial Photography Concentration
Photographic Technology: Photojournalism Concentration
Photographic Technology: Portrait Studio Management Concentration
■ Health Sciences and Public Service Division
Associate Degree Nursing
Associate in General Education
Basic Law Enforcement Training
Cosmetology
Cosmetology Instructor Certificate
Criminal Justice Technology
Early Childhood Education
Funeral Service Education (*This program is offered in conjunction with another community college.)
Manicuring/Nail Technology
Medical Assisting
Nursing Assistant
Physical Therapist Assistant 1+1 (*This program is offered in conjunction with another community college.)
Radiography
■ Industrial, Engineering and Transportation Division
Automotive Systems Technology
Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology
Computer-Integrated Machining
Electrical/Electronics Technology
Industrial Engineering Technology
Industrial Systems Technology
Welding Technology
Noncredit Programs and Services
■ Basic Skills Programs
Adult Basic Education
Adult High School Diploma
Compensatory Education
English as a Second Language
General Educational Development
■ Business & Industry Training
Customized Training Program
Small Business Center
■ Community Service/Personal Enrichment
■ Occupational Extension
Human Resources Development
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■ Fall Semester 2012
August 3 (F) – Tuition due for 7/17-8/3/12 registrants
August 8 (W) – Fall semester late registration; tuition
due for 8/4-8/8/12 registrants
August 15 (W) – Fall semester classes begin
August 15-16 (W-Th) – Schedule adjustment*
August 16 (Th) – Tuition due for 8/9-8/16/12
	
registrants
August 20 (M) – Last day for partial refund for 1st
8-week minimester
August 24 (F) – Last day for partial refund for 16-week
semester
September 3 (M) – Labor Day holiday+
September 4 (T) – Classes resume
September 20 (Th) – Last day to withdraw from a 1st
8-week minimester class without grade penalty
October 2 (T) – Registration for 2nd 8-week
	
minimester; tuition due for 10/2/12 registrants
October 10 (W) – End 1st 8-week minimester; Monday
classes are in session.
October 11 (Th) – Begin 2nd 8-week minimester
October 15-16 (M-T) – Fall break (no classes; college
open)
October 17 (W) – Classes resume
October 17-November 2 – Spring priority registration
opens for currently enrolled students by
	
appointment
October 18 (Th) – Last day for partial refund for 2nd
8-week minimester
October 30 (T) – Last day to withdraw from 16-week
course without grade penalty
November 2 (F) – Tuition due for 10/17-11/2/12
registrants
November 7-20 – Advising & registration for spring
applicants by invitation & appointment
November 19 (M) – Last day to withdraw from a 2nd
8-week minimester class without grade penalty
November 20 (T) – Tuition due for 11/3-11/20/12
registrants
November 22-23 (Th-F) – Thanksgiving holidays+
November 26 (M) – Classes resume
December 11 (T) – End of fall semester
■ Spring Semester 2013
January 3 (Th) – Spring semester late registration;
tuition due for 11/21/12-1/3/13 registrants
January 7 (M) – Spring semester classes begin
January 7-8 (M-T) – Schedule adjustment*
January 8 (T) – Tuition due for 1/4-1/8/13 registrants
January 10 (Th) – Last day for partial refund for 1st
8-week minimester
January 16 (W) – Last day for partial refund for 16-
2012 – 2013 Curriculum Calendar
week semester
January 21 (M) – Martin Luther King Jr. holiday+
January 22 (T) – Classes resume
February 12 (T) – Last day to withdraw from a 1st
8-week minimester class without grade penalty
February 27 (W) – Registration for 2nd 8-week
minimester; tuition due for 2/27/13 registrants
March 4 (M) – End 1st 8-week minimester
March 5-8 (T-F) – Spring break (no classes; college
open)
March 11 (M) – Casses resume; begin 2nd 8-week
minimester
March 14 (Th) – Last day for partial refund for 2nd
8-week minimester
March 26 (T) – Last day to withdraw from a 16-week
course without grade penalty
April 1 (M) – Easter holiday+
April 2 (T) – Classes resume
April 2-18 – Advising & registration for summer
& fall semesters for currently enrolled students
by appointment
April 16 (T) – Last day to withdraw from a 2nd 8-week
class without grade penalty
April 18 (Th) – Tuition due for 4/2-4/18/13 summer
registrants
April 22-26 (M-F) – Advising & registration for
summer & fall semesters for new students by
invitation & appointment
April 26 (F) – Tuition due for 4/19-4/26/13 summer
registrants
May 6 (M) – End of spring semester
May 8 (W) – Curriculum Graduation
■ Summer Session 2013
May 16 (Th) – Summer session late registration;
tuition due for 4/27-5/16/13 registrants
May 20 (M) – Summer session classes begin
May 20 (M) – Schedule adjustment*; tuition due for
5/17-5/20/13 registrants
May 24 (F) – Last day for partial refund for 10-week
session
July 3 (W) – Last day to withdraw from a course
without grade penalty
July 4 (Th) – July 4th holiday+
July 5 (F) – Classes resume
July 17 (W) – Tuition due for 4/2-7/17/13 fall
registrants
July 22-August 2 (M-F) – Advising & registration for
fall applicants by invitation & appointment
July 29 (M) – Summer session ends (make-up for
Thursday 7/4/13, Thursday classes are in session)
*During schedule adjustment, students may enroll in classes on a seat available basis.
+Campus is closed – holiday.
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■ Fall Semester 2013
August 19 (M) – Fall semester classes begin
September 2 (M) – Labor Day holiday+
September 3 (T) – Classes resume
October 14 (M) – End 1st 8-week minimester
October 15 (T) – Begin 2nd 8-week minimester
October 21-22 (M-T) – Fall break (no classes; college
open)
October 23 (W) – Classes resume
November 27 (W) – Thanksgiving break (no classes;
college open)
November 28-28 (Th-F) – Thanksgiving holidays+
November 26 (M) – Classes resume
December 16 (M) – End of fall semester
■ Spring Semester 2014
January 13 (M) – Spring semester classes begin
January 20 (M) – Martin Luther King Jr. holiday+
January 21 (T) – Classes resume
March 10 (M) – End 1st 8-week minimester
March 11-14 (T-F) – Spring break (no classes; college
open)
March 17 (M) – Spring semester classes resume; begin
2nd 8-week minimester
April 21 (M) – Easter holiday+
April 22 (T) – Classes resume
May 12 (M) – End of spring semester
May 14 (W) – Curriculum Graduation
■ Summer Session 2014
May 21 (M) – Summer session classes begin
July 4 (F) – July 4th holiday+
July 7 (M) – Classes resume
July 30 (W) – Summer session ends (make-up for
Friday, 7/4/14, Friday classes are in session)
2013 – 2014 Curriculum Calendar
Advising and Registration dates will be printed in the 2013-2014 catalog.
+Campus is closed – holiday.
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Student Services
Randolph Community College strives to create an atmosphere where the student is the focus of
the academic community. The College’s attention is thereby fixed on the student and his/her life at the
College. Student Services serves as a facilitator to the student for the various areas of campus life, including
the following:
• An effort to assist the student in making the adjustment to the more specialized and/or general
postsecondary education of Randolph Community College;
• personal guidance of students that will encourage openness and involvement, and will aid in
developing self-reliant, responsible behavior;
• a testing and placement program in keeping with the needs of the College to accurately
recommend proper classes;
• up-to-date and accurate records on all students of the College with necessary security and
confidentiality enforced;
• accurate and informative recruiting/marketing programs;
• seeking avenues of financial aid for eligible students;
• leadership and encouragement for the development of student organizations and activities;
• health promotion activities appropriate to the needs of the student body;
• information and aid to students for career development, job referral, and program advisement.
Orientation
Students are oriented to the College’s social, physical, and academic environment, to include policies
and procedures, through the required freshman ACA courses.
Registration
Registration is the process of enrolling in a schedule of courses, or a program, at the beginning of each
semester or at other specified times. Certain days are set aside for the purpose of registration. Registration
is announced on the College website, through e-mail, and other venues. On these days, personnel are
available to aid students in completing forms and to collect tuition and fees. Registration is not complete
until all tuition and fees are paid.
Financial Aid
Randolph Community College makes every effort within the limitations of its available financial
resources to assure that no qualified student will be denied the opportunity to attend the College because
of a lack of adequate funds to meet expenses. Financial assistance is available in a variety of forms to help
students who meet the need criteria for eligibility. Grants, work-study, loans, and scholarships may be
used singularly or in combination to meet a student’s total need. (See pages 37-40 for more financial aid
information.)
Faculty Advisors
Students enrolling in a curriculum program of study will be assigned a faculty advisor as part of the
admissions process. Once an application for admission has been received by the Admissions Office, an
advisor is assigned based on the choice of curriculum area made by the student. Students will meet with
their advisor prior to enrolling each term. For students who are undecided about their major, an admissions
counselor will be available to help with course selection. Students may choose to meet with a faculty
member in the Advising Center for general guidance.
Tutoring
The Student Success Center coordinates peer tutoring. For more information, visit the Welcome
Center or call Dean Beck at 336-633-0265.
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Student Counseling
Professionally trained counselors are available to assist students at Randolph Community College
with academic/educational, occupational, and personal concerns. The Student Success Center provides
counseling services during the College’s day and evening operating hours, except weekends, and may be
used by applicants and the general community, as well as by current and former students. Those in need of
counseling services are encouraged to contact a member of the counseling staff. Individual appointments
are recommended and most often can be made at a time convenient to the student.
Admissions counseling is provided to assist students to understand the various types of training
programs available at the College and to clarify matters which pertain to qualifications, prerequisites, and
transfer credit.
Career counseling is provided to students to assist selection of a college major and vocational
objective. Counselors may utilize interest inventories, aptitude testing, and personal interviews to obtain
a vocational history and other pertinent information while exploring career alternatives with a student.
Interest inventories may be correlated with current RCC programs.
The Student Success Center strives to provide other services such as tutorials, workshops, success
sessions, and class presentations.
Writing Center
The Writing Center is staffed by full-time English instructors and other qualified personnel and is
located on the second floor of the Learning Resources Center. During each semester, the Writing Center is
open during morning, afternoon, and evening hours to best accommodate the needs of students. Writing
Center services are also provided at the Archdale Center on a limited basis each semester. Additionally,
online Writing Center services are available to students by appointment only. The Writing Center
schedule varies each semester and is available on the College’s website.
The purpose of the Writing Center is to help students with their writing by providing more
individualized assistance. Specifically, the Writing Center offers guidance in prewriting, drafting, and
revising. Additionally, help is provided in the area of research, specifically MLA and APA styles of
documentation.
Career Development/Placement
RCC offers career assessments, vocational guidance, occupational resource information, job listings,
and career decision-making instruction through the JobLink Career Center, and the Student Services
counseling staff.
■ JobLink Career Center
The JobLink Career Center, located on Randolph Community College’s Asheboro Campus, is a
partnership among the Employment Security Commission (ESC), Department of Social Services (DSS
with WorkFirst program), Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), Regional Consolidated Services (RCS with Job
Training Partnership Act or JTPA program), public schools (with JobReady/School-to-Work program), and
Randolph Community College. Operating hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.,
Tuesday, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.; and Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
JobLink’s convenient location in the Administrative/Educational Center, Room 123, provides
students and residents with easy access to a variety of resources and services offered by the partner agencies.
Typical services include academic/vocational assessments, job-seeking and keeping skills, employment
referral, job openings in print and on computer, and career counseling. In addition, students may seek
assistance through programs such as JTPA, VR, and WorkFirst; and English as a Second Language (ESL)
and Human Resources Development (HRD) classes.
■ Human Resources Development (HRD)
Adults who are unemployed, underemployed, or who are seeking a career change find assistance through
this program. The goal of the Human Resources Development program is to educate and train individuals
for success in the workplace. The program focuses on employment training, counseling, and assistance in
preparing individuals for entry or reentry into the workforce. Courses are available in career exploration
and planning, job-seeking and job-keeping strategies, study skills, economic literacy, and computer skills
training. HRD instructors assist students in many areas including communication skills, career decision-making,
problem solving, self-assessment, skills identification and awareness, interviewing, résumé writing,
and application completion. Fees for HRD courses are waived for those who are unemployed, who have
received notification of pending layoff, or who meet income eligibility requirements. For additional
information or to register for HRD classes, please call 336-633-0268.
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Student Activities
Randolph Community College, through Student Services, provides activities and services to enhance
and broaden the educational experiences of students. While the College maintains a supervisory role over
student activities, as specified in the following paragraphs, students are encouraged to take active roles in
participation and leadership.
RCC attempts to provide extracurricular activities for students since the College believes that such
activities contribute to the overall growth and educational development of an individual. Social activities
will include fall and spring campuswide events, holiday celebrations, opportunities to meet with the
College president, and intramural sports. Cultural activities have included writers’ contests and sponsorship
through the SGA of Martin Luther King Jr. remembrance activities. Educational activities have included
sponsorship of visiting college representatives, Open Houses, and tours to four-year schools. Physical
activities have included games at the fall and spring flings and participation in walk-a-thons.
Unless otherwise specified, activities will require the approval of the vice president for student services
or designee and may require notification of additional individuals and/or offices as designated by the vice
president.
In general, requests should be made in writing at least four weeks in advance. Please check with the
vice president for student services for specific details.
■ Student Government Association (SGA)
All curriculum students of the College are eligible to be represented through the student government.
The Student Government Association formulates an annual budget from student activity fee proceeds,
directs student elections and holds regular meetings to promote the interests of students.
Student Governance
Students are involved in College decision making through their participation on standing committees
of the College and ad hoc committees appointed by the College president. Their role is to share and discuss
views held by students pertaining to any particular topic.
The jurisdiction of the SGA is to represent the student body as outlined in the SGA Constitution.
Although the SGA does not participate in the governance of the College, the SGA president does serve as
a nonvoting member of the College Board of Trustees. For more information, contact Lorie McCroskey in
Student Services.
Social Functions
1. Social functions will be planned by the SGA and its advisor.
2. An appropriate number of chaperones shall be in attendance. Chaperones will be solicited by the
SGA from members of the faculty and staff.
3. The vice president for student services or the vice president’s representative shall be notified at
least four weeks in advance of a planned social function in order to have the date cleared with the
school administration and school calendar, and names of chaperones shall be given at least five
days prior to the function.
4. All clubs and recreational activities are to be organized under the sponsorship of the SGA and
Student Services offices. All plans are tentative and must receive final approval from the vice
president for student services.
Some activities may require the approval of the Board of Trustees.
■ Student Intramural Sports, Clubs & Organizations
RCC supports student participation in clubs and organizations. Groups wishing to form a club should
first submit a written request to the vice president for student services. Requests should support the
interests and goals of the institution. Following approval by the vice president, such interested parties
should request to meet with the Student Government Association. All clubs must be approved by the
SGA before they will be allowed to hold meetings.
Randolph Community College will permit club participation without regard to race, color, religion,
creed, national origin, political affiliation, gender, age, disability, medical condition, veteran status, and all
other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws.
All clubs must have an advisor who is an RCC employee willing to supervise and participate in club
activities.
Clubs may not enter into contracts for goods and services without the expressed permission of the club
advisor and vice president for student services.
Clubs which do not hold formal meetings at least once per semester may be terminated by the vice
president for student services. Such clubs will then be required to request reorganization to begin holding
meetings.
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Any club that allows illegal or otherwise improper activities or behaviors will be terminated by the vice
president for student services. Consequently, a request for reorganization would be required.
Club activities, to include but not limited to cookouts and forums, must be sanctioned by the Student
Government Association and be approved by the specific club advisor and the vice president for student
services.
All major activities will require that an outline of events, including a budget if appropriate, be
submitted to the vice president for student services no later than one month prior to the event. Activities
that include community participation may require a detailed synopsis and budget, and should be submitted
to the vice president for student services no later than one month prior to the event.
Currently, there are nine student organizations at RCC:
Campus Crusaders is a club for students who want to fellowship with Christians through Bible
study, sharing their thoughts and ideas about how to live a Christian life. All students are invited to
participate and the group meets every week. For more information, contact Lisa Hughes or Don Ashley.
Cheerleading Club is a competitive cheerleading team. Members are expected to attend all
practices and competitions. Any student wishing to be a part of the club is allowed to attend.
Members can expect additional cost for uniforms, competitions, and lessons.
Common Threads is a lunch table discussion group on finding unity in diversity and ending
prejudice. The group meets every Wednesday at noon in the Student Services conference room.
People of all racial, national, and religious backgrounds are welcome. For more information,
contact Chuck Egerton in RCC’s Business and Commercial Arts Division.
G.R.I.T.S. (Guys/Gals Reading in the South) is a club to promote a love of reading. The club
is an outlet for students, staff, and friends to read and discuss books of various genres. Members
are encouraged to recommend monthly reading selections. The group will meet and discuss the
selected book. Everyone will be given the opportunity to share about other books and offer reviews
and provide suggestions. For more information, contact Lorie McCroskey.
Intramural Sports is a program organized by the SGA. Currently students are offered a
variety of sports such as basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, etc. For more information, contact Lorie
McCroskey.
Multi-Cultural Club is a club to offer support for increased multicultural communication,
contact and connections, as well as community service and academic excellence among students
and faculty of RCC. The club seeks to promote multiculturalism on campus, but also in our shared
community. Additionally, it seeks to aid in the retention and recruitment of students from diverse
cultural and ethnic backgrounds here on campus. For more information, contact Mark Dowell,
Spanish instructor, or Arnold Gaines, director of student retention.
Phi Beta Lambda is a national organization for individual students preparing for business
occupations. RCC’s chapter was chartered in the fall of 2000. For more information, contact
Erin Palmer or Curby Simerson in RCC’s Business Division.
Phi Theta Kappa is the International Honor Society of the two-year college. Since its founding,
the purpose of Phi Theta Kappa has been to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year
college students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa provides opportunity for the
development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals,
for lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence.
The society affords international recognition to students of distinguished achievement and provides a
vehicle which reflects the academic integrity of the associate degree program. Randolph Community
College chartered the Beta Theta Rho chapter of Phi Theta Kappa in November of 1999. For more
information, contact faculty members Melissa Earliwine, Clark Adams, or Waymon Martin.
The RCC Student Nurse Association is a chapter of both the North Carolina Association of
Nursing Students (NCANS) and the National Student Nurse Association. The primary focus of
the group is to help nursing students become aware of their influence on policy making and stay
abreast of the issues related to health care and nursing. The organization serves as a networking
mechanism for jobs and educational endeavors. Members seek to have service projects to benefit
people in need. For more information, contact the Health Sciences and Public Service Division.
Toastmasters is a club in which participants hone their speaking and leadership skills in a
friendly and fun atmosphere. They meet to practice public speaking techniques. They learn skills
related to the use of humor, gestures, eye contact, speech organization, and overall delivery. They
also learn leadership skills by taking on different roles as club officers. For more information, contact
Mark Brumley, English instructor.
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Uwharrie Dreams is a club for students interested in creative writing, under the auspices of
the SGA. It began in 2003, as part of the fine arts activities for RCC students. This group helps
students prepare submissions to RCC’s Writers Contest, sponsored annually by the SGA. For more
information, contact faculty member Dorothy Hans.
Science Club is dedicated to providing students with a club focused on science-oriented
activities. The goal is for students to learn, develop professionally, and enjoy social interaction with
fellow students in an extracurricular environment. Club members will participate in field trips,
campus projects and other science-related activities. All students are welcome to attend. For more
information, contact Bryan Marbert at 336-633-4134 or bsmarbert@randolph.edu.
■ Student Lounge
RCC provides a student lounge for the comfort and relaxation of its student body. It is open day and
	
evening so that students may relax in an informal atmosphere. It is the duty of both students and staff
to help keep the lounge area as neat and clean as possible at all times. Good housekeeping practices
	
should be maintained.
■ Student Publications
Students at RCC have the right and privilege of freedom of expression through student publications.
	
Requests for student publications will be presented to the Review Committee, which will determine
	
their purpose, content and appropriateness to the goals of the College and its role in the community
	
The committee will appoint a supervising editorial advisor. This individual will oversee all aspects
	
of the approved publication.
The Review Committee is composed of the following:
• the vice president for instructional services;
• the vice president for student services;
• one member from the English faculty;
• two representatives from the student body, one from Curriculum and one from Continuing
Education;
In cases where the final decision of the Review Committee is not satisfactory to the student, the
	
normal due process of the College is observed (see pages 60 – 62).
Locale
■ Asheboro Campus
Situated near the geographic center of North Carolina, Randolph Community College lies adjacent
to the ancient mountains in the area known as the Uwharries. The College is located in Asheboro at the
McDowell Road exit of Highway 220 (I-73/I-74), just south of the interchange with Highways 64 and 49.
The College is 26 miles south of Greensboro, North Carolina, and Interstate Highways 40 and 85, making
it accessible from all parts of the state.
The College is located in an area rich with tradition. Arts and crafts are preserved both commercially
and individually. Today people see the same mountains and streams and pass the same locations of
homesteads, mills, churches, and schools that were known to the people of 1799.
Asheboro, with a population of 25,012, is the home of the North Carolina Zoological Park located
off U.S. 64, five miles southeast of Asheboro. Countywide, the College draws from a population base of
141,752.
■ Archdale Center
RCC’s Archdale Center is located in Creekside Park off Highway 311 south of Archdale. It is easily
accessible from Highway 311 and is just minutes from Interstate 85.
The fast growing Archdale/Trinity area provides most of the students for the Archdale Center. The
City of Archdale has 11,415 people and is larger than seven square miles. Trinity has a population of 6,614.
■ Emergency Services Training Center
RCC’s Emergency Services Training Center is located at 895 Training Center Drive, just outside of
Asheboro. Take Highway 64 East from Asheboro. Turn left onto East Presnell Street and make an immediate
right onto Henley Country Road. Go about 1.3 miles. At the stop sign, take a right onto Old Cedar Falls
Road. Go another 1.3 miles and the ESTC will be on the left.
■ Cosmetology Center
The Randolph Community College Cosmetology Center is located in the Hillside Shopping Center at
1003 S. Fayetteville St., Asheboro.
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College Facilities
■ Asheboro Campus
Randolph Community College’s 40-acre main campus in Asheboro includes 13 buildings. The original
building, constructed in 1962 with additions in 1968, 1972, and 1995, is known as the Administration/
Education Center. In addition to a centralized administrative service, this building contains many
classrooms, labs, and shops, as well as a 30,000-square-foot photography studio, the business office, the
Continuing Education offices, the Small Business Center, and the JobLink Career Center.
The Basic Skills Programs Area
The Basic Skills Programs area is located in the Administration/Education Center, Asheboro Campus.
Professional assistance for Basic Skills students is available Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m., and Friday,
8 a.m. – 3 p.m. and at the Archdale Center in Archdale.
The Basic Skills Programs area offers assessment of each student’s skills in reading, language, and math
prior to placement in an appropriate course of study. Each student is counseled concerning the various
classes that are available and takes an active part in deciding on an instructional plan that will help him/
her attain individual educational goals.
A variety of programs is available to help adults learn, whether their goal is to learn to read and
perform mathematical computations, to complete high school by taking the Adult High School Diploma
program or the GED tests, or just to brush up on their skills. Other programs include English as a Second
Language classes for those who need to learn to speak, read, and write in English; and Compensatory
Education classes to help adults with intellectual disabilities to become more independent and to
maintain employment. A variety of instructional approaches is used by the staff to meet the wide range of
educational needs of adults. The counselor on duty will assist with helping adults get started in a course of
their choosing.
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Welcome Center/Student Services Center
In 2011, a 1,700-square-foot Welcome Center was added to the front of the Student Services Center.
It includes a large welcome desk and waiting area, and two small offices, one of which contains computers
dedicated to students who need to fill out admissions applications or financial aid forms. The Welcome
Center is the first place that visitors are directed. The Student Services Center also houses a student lounge,
the Armadillo Café, and office facilities for Student Services.
Campus Store & Armadillo Café
In an effort to provide facilities that will make the educational process more complete, RCC provides an
attractive Campus Store and the Armadillo Café. The Campus Store is located directly behind the Student
Services Center. It is connected to the back door of the Student Services Center by a covered walkway. In
addition to textbooks for curriculum and continuing education classes, the Campus Store carries postage
stamps, greeting cards, drinks and snacks, plus many RCC insignia items including clothing, binders, and
pens. The Armadillo Café, located in the Student Services Center, offers delicious choices for breakfast,
lunch and dinner at reasonable prices, as well as a wide variety of fountain and bottled beverages, snacks,
and ice cream. Hours for both the Campus Store and the Armadillo Café vary during registration periods,
semester breaks, inventory, holidays, weather-related delays, campuswide events, and other changes to the
normal college operational schedule.
R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center (LRC)
The R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center includes the library, an open access computer lab, the
Writing Center, and the Department of Distance Education. Also, housed in the LRC is an auditorium with
a 206-seat capacity.
Library Services
The library collection includes approximately 33,200 books, subscriptions to approximately 71 print
periodicals and newspapers, over 5,000 audiovisual programs, and a variety of microform materials to support
the total instructional program of the College. The library’s online catalog provides access to local resources
as well as resources in other participating community college libraries. Online services include access to
the Internet, NC LIVE, electronic books and locally-licensed databases. The library maintains a Web page
(www.randolph.edu/library/) that provides a gateway to information, services, and resources. The library is
open Monday – Thursday, 7:45 a.m. – 10 p.m., and Friday, 7:45 a.m. – 3 p.m.
An open access computer lab is available to users on a first-come, first-served basis. Word processing,
spreadsheet, database, presentation and selected course-specific software programs are available.
Distance Education
The Distance Education Department offers support services for faculty, staff, and students. The
department coordinates RCC’s distance education programs and provides technical assistance in the
implementation and use of distance education technologies to assist faculty and staff with curriculum
development and instruction for students. Offices for Distance Education are located on the second floor of
the Learning Resources Center.
Other Asheboro Campus Buildings
The J. W. “Willie” Plummer Vocational/Technical Center provides electrical/electronics labs and houses
some classes for the Randolph Early College High School. A modular unit added in 2008 is also dedicated to
RECHS classes.
The M. H. Branson Business Education Center is a modern facility with classrooms, labs and offices
for the College’s Business curricula. The Design Center provides space for Advertising & Graphic Design
and Interior Design. A Computer Technology Center houses the College’s administrative computers and
part of the Business curricula. The Health & Science Center houses biology, physics, chemistry, and health
occupations classes and includes a multimedia lab and faculty offices.
Opened in the summer of 2009, the Richard Petty Education Center showcases the College’s Collision
Repair and Refinishing Technology and Automotive Systems Technology programs. The Building Trades
Center is home to many Continuing Education classes. The Foundation Conference Center houses the
Foundation offices and a flexible meeting space for College and community groups.
The Continuing Education and Industrial Center, which was under construction when this catalog
was published, is a 46,000 square foot facility that will double the space available for the College’s
Corporate & Continuing Education classes, double the size of the Small Business Center, and more than
double the size of the lab space for RCC’s Computer-Integrated Machining program. The building will
also house the Electrical/Electronics Technology and Industrial Engineering Technology programs and
provide a 3,000-square-foot Business & Industry Training Center for local businesses to hold meetings and
conferences.
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■ Archdale Center
Randolph Community College’s Archdale Center is located on 13.9 acres at 110 Park Drive, inside the
city of Archdale’s Creekside Park.
The Center was built in 1990 and expanded in 2006 to serve the changing needs of the northwest
community of Randolph County. While the Archdale Center originally focused on Continuing Education
training and Basic Skills classes, the scope has been expanded in recent years to include college credit
courses in the Associate in Arts (College Transfer) curriculum, Nursing Assistant courses, Early Childhood
Education courses, and partnerships with area high schools.
The Archdale Center was extensively renovated in 2011 in order to offer a two-year associate in
applied science degree in Medical Assisting. Among the many campus-wide improvements, the Archdale
Center now boasts a state-of-the-art biology lab to serve the needs of the Medical Assisting students as well
as others engaged in health- or science-related studies.
Also in 2011, the College opened a state-of-the-industry Welding Center at Archdale, enabling
students to pursue various welding certifications or to enroll in a one-year, comprehensive Welding
Technology diploma program. The Welding Center has 15 welding stations of Spray Transfer MIG and
20 stations overall and is designed to keep up with the rapid changes in welding technology. It includes
a VRTEX 360 Virtual Reality Arc Welding Trainer, which combines realistic puddle simulation and arc
welding sound tied to the welder’s movement providing a realistic hands-on training experience.
Starting in Fall 2012, students planning careers in the expansive and lucrative fields of logistics, supply
chain management, distribution, and warehousing will be able to pursue a two-year associate in applied
science degree in Global Logistics at the Archdale Center.
Additionally, the Archdale Center continues to offer a wide variety of Continuing Education courses
such as computers, phlebotomy, business and industry training, motorcycle rider safety; Human Resources
Development computer classes for the unemployed or underemployed; Compensatory Education classes;
Adult Basic Education and General Educational Development (GED) classes; and Personal Enrichment
classes ranging from health and wellness to the creative arts.
The Archdale Center is open Monday – Thursday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Friday.
For additional information, please call the Center at 336-862-7980.
■ Emergency Services Training Center
The Emergency Services Training Center is located at 895 Training Center Drive, Randleman, on
the east side of Asheboro. This is the training facility for the Basic Law Enforcement Training certificate
program and the RCC Firefighter Academy. The ESTC is also used for Continuing Education programs for
fire, rescue, law enforcement (CJC), emergency services, and concealed carry handgun courses.
The 60-acre facility maintains modern equipment and props for each respective emergency service,
including three firing ranges, an emergency vehicle driving course, a five-story drill tower, a live burn
building, a tactical building, an LP Gas facility with six props, a USAR course, and an underground
confined space/trench area. There are six classrooms with current computer technology, including SMART
Boards.
The criminal justice section uses standardized police equipment for law enforcement/CJC programs.
The fire and rescue section also utilizes modern fire and rescue equipment, including a new fire engine
added in 2011.
■ Cosmetology Center
The Cosmetology Center, opened in fall 2009, is 6,000 square feet of leased space that accommodates
36 students at a time at styling stations on the floor, plus students in two classrooms. The Center is open
to the public in order for the students to gain hands-on experience in a salon environment. Hours may
vary during registration periods, semester breaks, holidays, weather-related delays, and other changes to the
normal College operational schedule.
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Numbers to Know
Inquiries for specific information about the College should be addressed to the following people or
departments at RCC. The mailing address is Randolph Community College, 629 Industrial Park Avenue,
Asheboro N.C. 27205. The main phone number is 336-633-0200. Visit RCC’s website at the following
address: www.randolph.edu.
■ Records, Registration & Admissions
Brandi F. Hagerman - Director of Enrollment Management/Registrar – Registration and Graduation
	
Information; 633-0213; bfhagerman@randolph.edu
Lynn P. Brady - Assistant to Director of Enrollment Management/Registrar – Requests for Transcripts,
	
Grades; 633-0225; lpbrady@randolph.edu
Ann Smith or Deanna Schrader, Admissions Records Technicians – Requests for Records; 633-0239;
	
masmith@randolph.edu or dlshrader@randolph.edu
■ Financial Aid & Veterans Affairs
Chad Williams - Director of Financial Aid & Veterans Affairs – Scholarships, Work-Study Jobs, Grants,
	
Loans, VA Benefits, Child-Care Grant; 633-0183; gcwilliams@randolph.edu
Cathy D. Aikens - Financial Aid Specialist/VA Certifying Official; 633-0308; cdaikens@randolph.edu
■ Student Success Center
Sheila Gothard - Director of Student Success Center – Academic Counseling; 633-0205;
smgothard@randolph.edu
G. Dean Beck - Student Services Counselor & Coordinator of Assessment/Tutoring – Tutoring and
	
Placement Tests; 633-0265; gdbeck@randolph.edu
Shamere Morrison - Student Services Counselor & Coordinator of Students with Disabilities – Request for
Accommodations; 633-0246; slmorrison@randolph.edu
■ Instructional Programs
Anne B. Hockett - Vice President for Instructional Services – Information on Coordination of Educational
Programs, Collaborative Agreements, Educational Partnerships; Information on Credit Courses of
	
Study, Correspondence Regarding Curricula; 633-0218; abhockett@randolph.edu
Amanda P. Byrd - Dean of Basic Skills; 633-0156; apbyrd@randolph.edu
Melinda A. Eudy - Dean of Curriculum Programs; 633-0227; maeudy@randolph.edu
Robert O. Leslie - Dean of Corporate & Continuing Education; 633-0217; roleslie@randolph.edu
Lisa L. Bock - Director of the Archdale Center– Information and Inquiries for the Archdale Center;
862-7980; llbock@randolph.edu
Lonnie R. Hamm – Director of Small Business Center; 633-0240; lrhamm@randolph.edu
Robert T. Durand – Director of Customized Training Program; 633-0260; rtdurand@randolph.edu
Brian C. Causey – Director of Emergency Services Training Center, Coordinator/Instructor Fire Programs;
633-4165; bccausey@randolph.edu
■ Library Services
Deborah S. Luck - Dean of Library Services – General Library Services, LRC Student Computer Lab;
633-0272; dsluck@randolph.edu
■ Business Matters
Susan I. Rice - Director of Financial Services/Controller – Information on Business Affairs, Fees,
	
	
Financial Arrangements, Purchasing; 633-0282; sirice@randolph.edu
■ Administrative Affairs
Daffie H. Matthews - Vice President for Administration – Policies, General Campus Services; 633-0290;
dhmatthews@randolph.edu
■ Supporting RCC
Joyce B. Wolford - Executive Director of the RCC Foundation Inc. – Gifts, Bequest and Endowments;
	
633-0295; jbwolford@randolph.edu
■ Student Government Association (SGA)
Current SGA President – SGA, Clubs, and Activities; 633-0244 (office hours and availability vary due to
SGA president’s class schedule)
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Enrollment Information
Curriculum Enrollment Quick Reference
■ Steps to Enrolling & Graduating
• Complete an RCC application and speak with a student counselor.
• For limited enrollment programs and some financial aid verifications, provide official copies of high
school transcript and/or GED test scores.
• Provide official transcripts from all colleges attended.
• Take the RCC placement test.
• Submit a FAFSA online if applying for financial aid.
• Meet with your faculty advisor (during specified advising period).
• Register for classes (during specified registration period as published on the College website).
• Complete all course requirements for your program of study as published in your catalog of record,
maintaining an overall GPA of 2.0. (Associate Degree Nursing, Medical Assisting and Radiography
students must maintain a 2.0 GPA in all health program and health program-related courses with no
grade less than “C.” Programs may have other graduation requirements. Students should discuss with
their advisor.)
• Apply to graduate by the deadline.
■ Curriculum Expenses to Consider
• Books & supplies which will be more costly in majors like Advertising & Graphic Design, Associate
Degree Nursing, Cosmetology, Interior Design, and Photographic Technology
• Lab Fees
• Transportation
• Off-campus room and board
• Personal expenses
• Tuition & Activity Fees as follows
In-State 1 through 15 $66.50/Credit Hour
16 and up $1,064.00/Semester
Out-of-State 1 through 15 $258.50/Credit Hour
16 and up $4,136.00/Semester
*Activity Fee – $1.75 per credit hour ($28.00 maximum per semester).
	 Technology Fee – $1 per credit hour ($16.00 maximum per semester).
*Activity fees for the summer session will be one half the normal charge, up to a maximum of $9.
The College reserves the right to modify, revoke, and add to tuition and fees at any time as defined
under North Carolina Community College System, State Board of Community Colleges guidelines.
To obtain an application or transcript release forms, or for more information, contact Student
Services at 336-633-0122.
■ Housing
Randolph Community College has no residence hall facilities. Students who must live away from home
must make their own housing arrangements. The College takes no responsibility for locating or supervising
student housing. Students are encouraged to use campus bulletin boards, local newspapers, and realtors as
aids in obtaining housing.
The Open Door Policy
Randolph Community College is an open door admission institution. This means that any person,
whether a high school graduate or nongraduate, who is 18 years old or older and who is able to profit from
further formal education will be served by the institution. The exception to this rule is that Randolph
Community College may refuse admission to any applicant who has been suspended or expelled from any
other educational entity.
Counseling and advising services are available to help students decide which programs best serve their
needs and objectives in life, as indicated by their background, abilities and expressed interests.
The open door policy does not mean that there are no restrictions on admission to specific programs.
It does mean that these restrictions are flexible enough to allow students opportunities to improve their
educational status by eliminating deficiencies through remedial work. New students seeking admission
to a specific program must provide appropriate transcripts and participate in placement testing to meet
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prerequisites/corequisites. When new students are able to meet the specific admission requirements for a
given curriculum, they may then be enrolled in that curriculum and remain in the program as long as they
make satisfactory progress and remain enrolled on a continuous basis as required by their curriculum. (For
students transferring to RCC, see Transfer Student Admissions on page 22.)
Although the College follows an open door policy, there will be no compromise with academic
standards set by the State Board of Community Colleges and the Randolph Community College Board
of Trustees.
The College offers curriculum programs for current high school students within the parameters set by
the State Board of Community Colleges.
The College reserves the right to limit enrollment in a curriculum to a number that can be
accommodated by the resources of the College. The vice president for student services is designated as the
admissions officer for the College.
Undocumented Student Admissions
The State Board of Community Colleges’ rule 23 N.C.A.C. 02C .0301 “Admission to Colleges,”
effective July 10, 2010, implements a consistent admissions policy for undocumented immigrants
throughout public higher education in North Carolina. Under this rule, North Carolina community
colleges will admit undocumented immigrants if three requirements are met: 1. Must be a graduate of a
U.S. public high school, private high school, or home school that operates in compliance with state or
local law (undocumented immigrants with a GED are not eligible to be admitted to a community college);
2. Must pay out-of-state tuition, meaning no cost to N.C. taxpayers; and 3. May not displace a North
Carolina citizen or U.S. citizen.
General Admissions Requirements for
Curriculum Programs
Applicants for admission to Randolph Community College must be 18 years of age or high school
graduates. The College will accept students with a high school equivalency diploma. A high school
diploma or the equivalent is required for some curriculum programs (see Additional Admissions Policies &
Procedures on pages 22-31).
Randolph Community College will admit high school students between the ages of 16 and 18 to
appropriate courses at the College. Guidelines established by RCC and area schools will be observed (see
Additional Admissions Policies & Procedures on pages 31-32).
Persons intending to enroll in a specific curriculum are encouraged to submit their applications at
least two months prior to the term in which they wish to enroll. Applicants are not admitted into specific
curriculum programs, and thus, not eligible for financial aid until admission requirements are met (i.e.
transcripts, testing, etc.). Applications are available online. The Welcome Center is open from 8 a.m. –
10 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., on Friday. For admissions information, call
Student Services, 336-633-0239. If needed, individual appointments may be made by personally speaking
with a counselor at 336-633-0200.
Developmental Studies courses exist as prerequisites to Arts and Sciences courses. The College
uses the Assessing Student Success Entry Transfer/Computerized Adaptive Assessment and Support
System (ASSET/COMPASS) test to determine whether students have met Developmental Studies
prerequisites for Arts and Sciences courses. This test is given as part of RCC’s admissions process. In place
of the College’s testing, students may present appropriate, prior college credit or adequate SAT, ACT or
Accuplacer test scores to document their meeting these prerequisites. New tests are being created and may
be implemented within the academic year.
Students who do not remove prerequisites through test scores or prior credit must take the appropriate
math, reading, or English courses in Developmental Studies prior to enrolling in certain Arts and Sciences
courses. Students should take their Developmental Studies courses in their first semesters at RCC to
prepare for higher level classes. Developmental Studies classes are offered day and evening to accommodate
every student who needs them. Grades earned in Developmental Studies are not included in the student’s
grade point average and credit hours earned do not count toward graduation.
At the time of testing, the test administrator will help applicants who are affected by any situation
that might reduce test performance to make arrangements for alternate testing. Applicants with diagnosed
learning disabilities are especially encouraged to make an appointment for untimed testing. It is the
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applicant’s responsibility to make the test administrator aware of any special testing needs.
Applicants for the Associate Degree Nursing program, the Basic Law Enforcement Training
program, the Radiography program, the Medical Assisting program, the Nursing Assistant program, and
the Cosmetology program have additional admissions requirements. For more information, see pages 22-31.
Applicants for the Physical Therapist Assistant 1+1 program have additional admissions requirements.
For more information contact Student Services at 336-633-0205. Information regarding transfer student
admissions is on page 22.
Placement Testing
■ What Are Placement Tests?
The College currently uses the ASSET/COMPASS as a series of short placement tests covering the
areas of English, reading, and mathematics developed by American College Testing (ACT). New tests are
being created and may be implemented within the academic year
■ Who Takes the Placement Test?
All students applying for an associate degree or diploma program* at Randolph Community College
are required to take the ASSET/COMPASS tests unless determined to be exempt. Possible exemptions are
listed below.
1. Students who have attended another accredited postsecondary institution and have earned
credit for
• entry-level English composition (exempt from Reading and Writing Skills),
• math (exempt from Numerical Skills), or
• college algebra (exempt from Numerical Skills, Elementary & Intermediate Algebra).
2. RCC will accept ASSET/COMPASS, SAT, ACT or Accuplacer test scores from another school
taken within a three-year period. These scores should be received prior to tests at RCC.
3. Students who have taken the SAT within the last three years will be placed into appropriate
college-level English and math courses if their scores are
• 480R (new score) or above on the verbal portion (exempt from Reading Skills),
• 480W (new score) or above on the writing portion (exempt from Writing Skills),
• 480 (new score) or above on math portion (exempt from Numerical Skills & Elementary
Algebra), or
• 520 (new score) or above on math portion (exempt from all developmental math requirements).
4. Students who have taken the ACT within the last three years will be placed into appropriate
college-level English and math courses if their scores are 21 on writing, reading, and numerical and
23 on elementary algebra.
* The Cosmetology, BLET, and Nursing Assistant certificates also require placement testing.
■ When Do You Need to Take the Placement Test?
Students required to take ASSET/COMPASS must do so before they register for their first semester at
RCC. Students required to take the placement test and unable to test before the term begins will not be
able to register.
■ Why Do You Need to Take the Placement Test?
RCC counselors and advisors use test scores as an assessment of an applicant’s skill level in reading,
English, and math. Students’ scores on ASSET and COMPASS determine placement into or exemption
from Developmental Studies courses. For more information about Development Studies courses,
see page 59. The test scores for exemption from Developmental Studies courses follow:
Developmental Studies Courses ASSET Test COMPASS Test CPT
ENG 085 Reading & Writing Foundations *70 *109 124
ENG 090 Composition Strategies 41 70 86
MAT 060 Essential Mathematics 41 47 55
MAT 070 Introductory Algebra 41 46 55
MAT 080 Intermediate Algebra 41 66 75
RED 090 Improved College Reading 41 81 80
*Indicates combined scores of reading and writing.
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■ Retest Procedure
Retesting is allowed in many community colleges in North Carolina. At RCC, a student may retest
one time. He/she may not retest after enrolling in the Developmental Studies course(s) recommended by
the original test score. Students must wait at least two weeks from the original test date before retesting.
Students must successfully complete their Developmental Studies course work before enrolling in English
and/or math classes required for their program. Should a student be required to enroll in ENG 085, an
additional retest may be given after successful completion of ENG 085.
■ Special Needs & Accommodations for Testing
Testing accommodations for students with special needs are available upon advance request and with
appropriate documentation. Contact the disability counselor at 336-633-0246 before scheduling placement
testing.
Transfer Student Admissions
Students who have attended other colleges/universities are considered transfer students. Transfer
students seeking admission into a specific program must
1. meet the same admissions requirements as new students, and
2. submit official transcripts from all colleges attended. (Official transcripts are received in a sealed
envelope from the institution(s) attended.)
Applicants who have attended other institutions of higher learning may transfer credit earned in
comparable courses or programs of study. (See Awarding Credit in the Academic Policies section.)
For more information, contact Sheila Gothard at 336-633-0205 or e-mail smgothard@randolph.edu.
Additional Admissions Policies & Procedures
■ Associate Degree Nursing Admissions
The Associate Degree Nursing program understands and accepts the concept of the open-door policy
for general admission to Randolph Community College. Admission to the college does not, however,
guarantee admission to the Associate Degree Nursing program. Admission to the nursing program is
competitive. If you have questions about the admissions process for the Associate Degree Nursing program,
please call the limited enrollment admission and retention specialist at 336-633-0201.
Note: It is the responsibility of the student to maintain an active Campus Cruiser e-mail. Faculty
and staff will only notify students through Campus Cruiser e-mail.
In addition to the Randolph Community College requirements for admission, the following are
minimum requirements for admission to the Associate Degree Nursing program:
PHASE I - Completed by January 15 (Day) or July 15 (Evening)
1. Complete general admission requirements of Randolph Community College including placement
testing.
A. Complete an RCC application for fall 2013 (day) admission or spring 2013 (evening/weekend)
	
admission.
B. Provide official copies of high school transcript and/or GED test scores and all college transcripts.
	
	 High school seniors must submit current high school transcripts by January 15 and an official high
	
	 school transcript, upon graduation, by June 15.
C. Take placement assessment. Go to the Welcome Center to take the placement assessment.
	 SAT/ACT scores may be used to fulfill general admission requirements. Students who do not meet
	 the cut scores on placement assessment(s) must complete and pass Developmental Studies courses
	 with a grade of “C” or better. Placement assessment scores are valid for three years from test date.
D. Meet with Financial Aid Office if necessary.
2. Evidence of “C” or greater in the following:
• High school biology, or college-level general biology, or SCI 095.
• High school chemistry, or college-level chemistry, or SCI 095.
• High school algebra, college algebra, has met the placement test cut score for MAT 070 or has
successfully completed MAT 070.
3. A 2.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA) on the most recent transcript, college or high school.
A 2.5 GPA must be maintained throughout the admissions process.
4. Attend mandatory information session. Attendance serves as your intent to pursue the ADN program
and meet ALL admission requirements. Information session dates are posted on the RCC website.
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PHASE II - Completed by March 15 (Day) or September 15 (Evening)
1. Take the Test of Essential Academic Skills V (TEAS V). There will be a charge assessed to students to
	
take the TEAS V. Students must meet the minimum cut score, however, the higher the score, the more
points the student will receive in the ranking process for competitive admissions
Students will be notified by e-mail of acceptance into the Associate Degree Nursing program by April
1 for fall enrollment and October 1 for spring enrollment. Students must respond by e-mail within
seven calendar days to accept placement in the program. If a student declines or does not respond by
the deadline, another student will be offered placement.
PHASE III - Completed by June 15 (Day) or November 15 (Evening) of each applying year
1. Proof of successful completion of a state-approved Nurse Aide I Training program, including clinical
	
component.
2. Current, active, unrestricted listing on the North Carolina Department of Health Services Regulation
	
NAI Registry.
3. Current CPR Certification for adult/child/infant/AED as offered by the American Heart Association.
4. Completion of student medical information form and evidence of physical and emotional health as
	
defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing Standards for Educational Unit in Nursing within one
year of admission date into the program. Associate Degree Nursing program director or designee will
verify medical compliance and documentation.
Note: Students should begin immunizations and titers no later than May 1 (Day) or September 30
(Evening) in order to meet this deadline.
NEW NURSING STUDENT ORIENTATION AGENDA
1. Students will be notified of date and time.
2. Attend the College Orientation/Registration session (new students only) during regular registration.
3. Pay tuition. Purchase liability insurance. Liability insurance is purchased at the time fees are paid each
	
fall while enrolled in the ADN program.
4. Purchase textbooks, uniforms, and other required nursing supplies.
5. Meet any additional clinical facility requirements. (Criminal background check and drug screening)
NOTIFICATION OF ADMISSIONS/INFORMATION SESSION
Students can view the dates and time of the information sessions via RCC website. The purpose of
the information session is to answer questions about the program and for representatives from the ADN
program to share important information.
The Admissions Office will begin making early offers of admission to a selected number of highly
qualified applicants in March. Applications received after January 15 will be considered on a space
available basis.
Applicants who are not admitted may reapply before the January 15 deadline of the next year.
Applicants are admitted in the fall and spring semesters.
READMISSIONS
Readmission to the Associate Degree Nursing program is based upon successful completion of the
requirements for readmission and space availability. A student may be readmitted to the ADN program
one time only, and this admission must occur within one academic year of separation. Students dismissed
for unsatisfactory clinical performance are not eligible for readmission. Students dismissed for academic
failure are eligible for readmission, pending successful completion of readmission process and final approval
of ADN department head. The number of students approved for readmission will be based upon the
availability of resources to support them.
The ADN department head may require a readmitted student to re-take a previously successful course
in order to better ensure success in the program. Students will be readmitted on a probationary status.
A student applying for readmission into the ADN program must
1. Submit a letter of intent to return within seven days of exiting a nursing course to the ADN
department head.
2. Participate in a formal interview with the ADN department head and nursing faculty.
3. Receive written approval to continue the readmission process from the department head of the
ADN program.
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A student approved for readmission must
1. Pass a written competency and medication calculations test with a score of 90%.
2. Demonstrate safety in performing selected skills in the laboratory and need receive ‘satisfactory’ in
all skills.
3. Receive written approval for readmission from the department head of the ADN program.
The ADN department head and nursing faculty reserve the right to impose additional requirements
and/or recommendations in the form of an academic contract intended to improve the student’s
opportunity for successful completion of the program. The individual who fails to complete the readmission
procedure is denied readmission.
TRANSFER CREDIT FOR NURSING COURSES
Students requesting transfer credit for a nursing course from another college or university are required
to submit a copy of the course outline and syllabus for the course. The student is required to successfully
complete a written and practical competency exam for the course prior to transfer credit being granted.
Transfer credit for the Associate Degree Nursing program courses shall be approved by the Associate
Degree Nursing department head.
PHYSICAL & EMOTIONAL EXPECTATIONS OF A STUDENT NURSE
The Board of Nursing Standards for Educational Units in Nursing require that there be evidence
that the physical and emotional health of the student be such that he/she can be expected to provide safe
nursing care to the public. This is documented initially on the medical form completed by a physician.
If a physical or emotional health problem threatens to prevent or prevents satisfactory classroom or
clinical performance, the student is referred to an appropriate professional. The recommendation of the
professional will be utilized to determine whether admission or continued enrollment in the program is
appropriate. Applicants or students may be denied admission or continued enrollment until the identified
problem is satisfactorily corrected.
Nursing is a practice discipline with cognitive, sensory, affective, and psychomotor performance
requirements. For the purposes of nursing program, compliance with the 1990 Americans With Disabilities
Act, a “qualified individual with a disability” is one who, with or without reasonable accommodation or
modification, meets the essential eligibility requirements for participation in the nursing programs.
Admission to and progression in the ADN program is not based on these standards. Rather, the
standards should be used to assist each student in determining whether accommodations or modifications
are necessary. Standards provide an objective measure upon which a student and the advisor base informed
decisions regarding whether a student is “qualified” to meet requirements.
If a student believes that he/she cannot meet one or more of the standards without accommodations or
modifications, the student will be directed to the disability coordinator in Student Services.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR STUDENTS IN THE ASSOCIATE DEGREE
NURSING PROGRAM
In compliance with the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act, the following standards have been
established.
The following are examples of the kind of activities that a student in the Associate Degree Nursing
program would be required to perform in order to successfully complete the program. If an accepted
applicant believes that he/she cannot meet one or more of the standards without accommodations or
modifications, the applicant should consult with the Health Sciences and Public Service division chair.
1. Critical thinking ability sufficient for clinical judgment.
Example: Identify cause and effect relationship in clinical situations, develop nursing care plans.
2. Interpersonal abilities sufficient to interact with individuals, families, and groups from a variety of social,
emotional, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds.
Example: Establish a relationship with patients and colleagues.
3. Communicate with others orally and in writing.
Example: Explain treatments and medications, document nursing actions, record patient responses to
	
treatment.
4. Physical abilities sufficient to move from room to room and maneuver in small spaces.
Example: Answer calls from patients, retrieve equipment, and move about in patient rooms.
5. The ability to manipulate equipment and to assist patients with physical limitations.
Example: Use equipment, calibrate equipment, position patients, administer CPR, administer injections,
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and insert catheters.
6. Hearing ability sufficient to monitor and assess health needs.
Example: Hear a monitor alarm, listen to heart and breath sounds, hear a cry for help.
7. Vision sufficient for observation and assessment necessary in nursing care.
Example: Observe patient responses to treatment, see a change in skin color, read the scale on a syringe.
8. Sense of touch sufficient to perform a physical examination and to detect movement.
Example: Detect pulsation.
The examples given are representative of those activities required and are not all-inclusive.
LEGAL LIMITATIONS OF LICENSURE
Students who enroll in the Associate Degree Nursing program should be aware that the application for
licensure at the completion of the program might be denied or restricted by the North Carolina Board of
Nursing. Please reference Nursing Practice Act, State of North Carolina 90-171.37.
Affiliating clinical agencies may require a criminal background check and drug screening as a
prerequisite for clinical learning experiences. Positive results can result in the clinical agency denying
the student access to clinical practice in the facility. Any student who is denied access to any clinical
facility will not be allowed to progress in the program.
NUMERICAL RANKING SYSTEM
The numerical ranking system was implemented as an objective means for evaluating nursing applicants.
Applicants will be ranked based upon points earned. Students with the highest number of points will be
selected for admission into the Associate Degree Nursing program.
When two or more students have the identical point count total, the highest score on the reading
comprehension portion of the TEAS V will be the deciding factor. If additional distinctions need to be
made due to identical scores, the highest score on the math skills portion of the TEAS V will be the next
deciding factor. Should additional distinctions need to be made due to identical scores, letter grades in
science courses will be the final deciding factor. The point value for Residency of Randolph County may be
used as a final tie breaker if two students have equal point values. The Randolph County resident would be
given preference.
Transfer of TEAS V score
RCC will consider accepting TEAS V scores from other institutions pending proof that all four sections
have been completed within three years and/or minimum scores have been met. RCC reserves the right to
refuse TEAS V scores from other institutions should there be concern that all four sections have not been
taken.
TEAS V: Students must achieve the minimum score, or above, when tested in essential math,
science, English, and reading comprehension. Failure on any one section will result in not meeting this
requirement. The test scores are good for three years. Students may test twice in a one-year period, but
must wait at least six months to retest.
The lowest acceptable score for the TEAS V is
Math: 55
Reading Comprehension: 59
Science: 41
English: 48
GPA: A minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA) on the most recent transcript, college or
high school is required.
GENERAL COURSES:
College Courses: Points will be awarded in the ranking process for a grade of “C” or better in BIO 168,
BIO 169 and MAT 110 or higher.
High School Courses: Points will be awarded in the ranking process for a grade of “C” or better in AP or
Honors Biology, AP or Honors Chemistry, and Algebra II.
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■ Basic Law Enforcement Training Admissions
In addition to the general admissions requirements for Randolph Community College, Basic Law
Enforcement Training students
• Must meet with BLET director or assistant. This must be the first step in the process. Call for
	 an appointment at 336-633-4165.
• Must be 20 years old. A waiver can be obtained if the student will be 20 before the completion of
	 the BLET class.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and provide Birth Certificate OR Naturalization Certificate.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have a clean criminal history (only minor offenses).
• Must obtain an Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) check from each county/state resided
	 OR charged in since legally becoming an adult (age 16 in N.C./age 18 in some states). Other
	 criminal history requirements will be explained at your meeting with BLET director.
• Must have a valid N.C. driver’s license and provide a copy.
• Must pass a medical exam (we provide the forms).
• Must obtain sponsorship from a N.C. Law Enforcement Agency and must maintain sponsorship
	 once enrolled to remain in BLET.
• Must complete the BLET Application Form and have it notarized.
• Must take a Reading Test and score at a 10th grade reading level prior to acceptance into BLET.
	 Appointments will be scheduled during the first meeting with BLET director.
• Must be evaluated on the POPAT Course prior to acceptance into the BLET program.
	 Appointments will be scheduled during the first meeting with BLET director.
• All of the previously stated requirements must be met one week prior to registration.
■ Cosmetology Admissions
In addition to the general admissions requirements for Randolph Community College, Cosmetology
students must complete the following requirements.
• Students must complete RED 090 or have an acceptable reading placement score before enrolling in
	 COS 111 or COS 112.
• Purchase of the Cosmetology book bundle, required student kit, and uniforms will be made from the
	 RCC Campus Store.
• Purchase of shoes and name badges.
• Students enrolled in the program should not be subject to color blindness or have sensitivity to
	 chemicals.
• Students should be physically able to use cosmetology equipment, such as scissors and clippers, and
	 should be able to stand for long periods of time.
■ Medical Assisting Admissions
Medical Assisting is a limited enrollment program beginning each fall. Resources, such as clinical
facilities and faculty, limit the number of applicants accepted into the program. All applicants must meet
minimum requirements to be considered for admission to the program. Please note, however, that meeting
the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
All applicants must meet minimum requirements and specific deadlines. Applicants who have
completed minimum requirements must meet with an admissions advisor in order to be considered as a
qualified applicant for the program. Twenty-four students will be accepted to the program and an alternate
list established. An alternate will be admitted to the program when an applicant originally accepted
declines admission. Alternates not admitted to the program and other applicants denied admission must
re-apply if they wish to be considered for the next year’s class.
Requirements
• Students must first complete the general admissions and application requirements, including
	 placement tests, for Curriculum programs.
• If the placement test score(s) is below the minimum required for acceptance, an applicant
	 must complete the appropriate developmental coursework as determined by an academic advisor.
All developmental coursework must be completed before an applicant will be considered for
	
admission.
• Keyboard Proficiency - Students must demonstrate proficiency by typing 35 words per minute with
	 3 errors or less. A college-level keyboarding class with a “C” or higher within the past 5 years will
	 waive the test. Students not meeting this requirement must complete OST 131 with a “C” or
	 higher prior to consideration for acceptance.
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• Biology Competency with a grade of "C" or higher. A high school or college-level biology course
	 taken since 2001 with a grade of “C” or higher will meet this requirement.
READMISSION INTO THE MEDICAL ASSISTING PROGRAM
Readmission to the Medical Assisting program is based upon successful completion of the requirements
for readmission and space availability. A student may be readmitted to the Medical Assisting program one
time only, and this admission must occur within one academic year of separation. Students dismissed for
unsatisfactory clinical performance are NOT eligible for readmission. Students dismissed for academic
failure are eligible for readmission, pending successful completion of readmission process and final approval
of the Medical Assisting department head.
The Medical Assisting department Head may recommend a readmitted student to re-take a previously
successful course in order to better ensure success in the program. Students will be readmitted on a
probationary status.
A student applying for readmission into the Medical Assisting program must
1. Submit a letter of intent to return, within one year from the date of exiting a Medical Assisting course,
to the Medical Assisting department head.
2. Participate in a formal interview with the Medical Assisting department head and affiliated faculty.
3. Pass a written competency test with a minimum score of 80% and demonstrate safety in performing
	
selected laboratory skills with a ‘satisfactory’ in all the skills.
Students wishing to be readmitted into the Medical Assisting program must meet admission
requirements and will be readmitted according to the following priority:
1. Students in good academic standing who had to withdraw due to documented medical reasons.
2. Students who have withdrawn or been suspended or dismissed for disciplinary, attendance or academic
reasons.
The student may continue the readmission process upon written approval from the department head.
The Medical Assisting department head and affiliated faculty reserve the right to impose additional
requirements and/or recommendations in the form of an academic contract intended to improve the
student’s opportunity for successful completion of the program. The individual who fails to complete the
readmission procedure is denied readmission and will be subjected to the student appeals process to file a
formal appeal.
■ Nursing Assistant Program Admissions
The Nursing Assistant program understands and accepts the concept of the open door policy for
general admission to Randolph Community College. Admission to the college does not, however,
guarantee admission to the Nursing Assistant program. Admission to the Nursing Assistant program is on
a first-come, first-served basis upon completion of the Nursing Assistant program admission requirements.
If you have questions about the admissions process for the Nursing Assistant program, call the limited
enrollment program admission and retention specialist at 336-633-0201.
In addition to the Randolph Community College requirements for admission, the following are
minimum requirements for admission to the Nursing Assistant program:
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
PHASE I
1. Complete an RCC application for Nursing Assistant for the semester.
2. Provide official copy of high school diploma and/or GED test scores and all college transcripts.
3. Take placement tests. Students who do not meet the cut score on the COMPASS Reading placement
	
test must complete and pass the RED 090 course with a grade of “C” or better.
4. Meet with Financial Aid Office if necessary.
PHASE II
1. Completion of Student Medical Form for North Carolina College System Institutions, including
	
current vaccination record and evidence of physical and emotional health as defined by program. Forms
may be obtained from the administrative assistant’s office in the Health & Science Center.
2. Current certification for HealthCare Provider CPR (adult/child/infant/AED) as offered by the
American Heart Association.
3. Meet any additional clinical facility requirements.
Affiliating clinical agencies may require a criminal background check and drug screen as a
prerequisite for clinical learning experiences. Positive results can result in clinical agency denying
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the student access to clinical practice in the facility. Any student who is denied access to any clinical
facility will not be allowed to progress in the program. Students are responsible for fees associated with
background check/drug screen.
NOTIFICATION OF NURSING ASSISTANT PROGRAM ORIENTATION SESSION
After Phase II has been successfully completed, applicants will be notified to attend a mandatory
orientation session. The purpose of the orientation session is to answer questions about the program and for
representatives from the Nursing Assistant program to share important information.
Guidelines for Evaluation of Physical Health
Physical health is defined as being free of disabling or contagious diseases, being able to perform fine
and gross motor skills, and being able to perform normal weight-bearing activities.
Initial assessment of physical health is based on a completed physical/health form. A physical
examination performed no more than one year prior to the prospective date of entry into the program is
required. The Admissions Office will provide each applicant with a copy of the physical examination form.
This examination may be performed by a licensed physician, a registered physician’s assistant, or a
certified nurse practitioner. Completion of the health form for the state of North Carolina is required.
If a physical health problem threatens to prevent or prevents satisfactory classroom or clinical
performance the student is referred to an appropriate professional. The recommendation of the professional
is utilized to advise the student regarding admission or continued enrollment. Applicants or students may
be denied admission or continued enrollment until the identified problem is satisfactorily corrected.
Guidelines for Evaluation of Emotional Health
Emotional health is defined as reacting appropriately to stressful situations, coping with everyday
stressors effectively, using healthy coping mechanisms, and understanding one’s own ability to cope with
stressful situations.
Initial assessment of emotional health is based on physician information provided through the
completed health history form. If an emotional health problem threatens to prevent or prevents satisfactory
classroom or clinical performance, the applicant or student is referred to an appropriate professional.
The recommendation of the professional will be utilized to determine whether admission or continued
enrollment in the program is appropriate. Applicants or students may be denied admission or continued
enrollment until the identified problem is satisfactorily corrected.
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR STUDENTS IN THE NURSING ASSISTANT
PROGRAM
In compliance with the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act, the following standards have been
established. The following are examples of the kind of activities, which a student in the Nursing Assistant
program would be required to perform in order to successfully, complete the program. If an accepted
applicant believes that he/she cannot meet one or more of the standards without accommodations or
modifications, the applicant should consult with the Health Sciences and Public Service division chair.
• Critical thinking ability sufficient for clinical judgment.
	 Example: Identify cause and effect relationship in clinical situations
• Interpersonal abilities sufficient to interact with individuals, families, and groups from a variety of
	 social, emotional, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds.
	 Example: Establish a relationship with patients and colleagues.
• Communicate with others orally and in writing.
	 Example: Explain procedures, document actions, record client responses to treatment.
• Physical abilities sufficient to move from room to room and maneuver in small spaces.
	 Example: Answer calls from clients, retrieve equipment, and move about in client rooms.
• The ability to manipulate equipment and to assist clients with physical limitations.
	 Example: Use equipment, calibrate equipment, position clients, administer CPR, and insert
	
	 catheters.
• Hearing ability sufficient to monitor and assess health needs.
	 Example: Hear a monitor alarm, listen to heart and breath sounds, hear a cry for help.
• Vision sufficient for observation and assessment necessary in nursing care.
	 Example: Observe client responses to treatment; see a change in skin color, read the scale on a
	 syringe.
• Sense of touch sufficient to perform a physical examination and to detect movement.
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	 Example: Detect pulsation.
The examples given are representative of those activities required and are not all-inclusive.
Attendance
In accordance with Federal laws that govern Nurse Aide training, the Nursing Assistant program
attendance policy is very strict for class, lab and clinicals. Attendance plays a critical role in your success in
the Nursing Assistant courses. Satisfactory progress is difficult without regular attendance.
*Please note that clinical days/times and location may vary from your class schedule. A flexible
schedule is a must.
■ Radiography Admissions
The Radiography program understands and accepts the concept of the open-door policy for general
admission to Randolph Community College. Admission to the college does not, however, guarantee
admission to the Radiography program. Admission to the Radiography program is competitive. If you have
questions about the admissions process for the Radiography program, please call the limited enrollment
program admission and retention specialist at 336-633-0201.
In addition to the Randolph Community College requirements for admission, the following are
minimum requirements for admission to the Radiography program:
PHASE I (Completed by January 15)
1. Complete general admission requirements of Randolph Community College including placement
	
testing.
A. Complete an RCC admissions application for Radiography for the 2013 fall semester.
B. Provide official copies of high school transcript and/or GED test scores and all college transcripts.
	
	 High school seniors must submit current high school transcripts by January 15 and an official high
	
	 school transcript, upon graduation, by June 15.
C. Take placement tests. Go to the Welcome Center to schedule placement tests. SAT/ACT scores may
	 be used to fulfill general admission requirements. Students who do not meet the cut scores on
	 placement test(s) must complete and pass Developmental Studies courses with a grade of “C”
	 or better.
D. Meet with Financial Aid Office if necessary.
2. Evidence of “C” or greater in the following:
• High school biology, or college-level general biology, or SCI 095.
• High school chemistry, or college-level chemistry, or SCI 095.
• High school algebra, college algebra, has met the placement test cut score for MAT 070 or has
successfully completed MAT 070.
3. A 2.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA) on the most recent transcript, college or high school.
A 2.5 GPA must be maintained throughout the admissions process.
4. Attend mandatory information session. View the upcoming information session dates/times on the
	
Radiography home page on the RCC website.
Students will be notified by e-mail of acceptance into the Radiography program by April 1 for fall
enrollment. Students must respond by e-mail within seven calendar days to accept placement in the
program. If a student declines or does not respond by the deadline, another student will be offered
placement. Only 20 students will be admitted.
PHASE II (Completed by June 15 of each applying year)
1. Complete a one-hour class and lab observation experience in Radiography. Students should contact the
program head for the Radiography program to schedule.
2. Current CPR certification for adult/child/infant/AED as offered by the American Heart Association.
3. Complete student medical information form (including current immunizations and negative TB test).
PHASE III (Completed in August)
1. Attend New Radiography Student Reception. Students will be notified of date and time.
2. Attend the College Orientation/Registration session (new students only) during regular registration.
3. Student will complete a statement of intent at the Radiography Reception.
4. Pay tuition. Purchase liability insurance. Liability insurance is purchased at the time fees are paid each
fall while enrolled in the Radiography program.
5. Purchase textbooks, uniforms and other supplies.
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NOTIFICATION OF ADMISSIONS/INFORMATION SESSION
Students can view dates and times of information sessions via Campus Cruiser or the RCC website.
The purpose of the information session is to answer questions about the program and for representatives
from the Radiography program to share important information. Students who do not attend will not be
admitted into the program.
The Admissions Office will begin making early offers of admission to a selected number of highly
qualified applicants in March. Applications for fall admission into the program will not be accepted after
January 15.
Applicants who are not admitted may reapply before the January 15 deadline of the next year. Twenty
students will be accepted into the program each fall.
READMISSIONS
Readmission is limited to one time only and only in the fall semester.
To initiate the readmission process, the student must submit a written request for readmission to
the College. This written request must be sent to the vice president for student services by January 15
for readmission the following fall semester. The circumstances for leaving the program must be clearly
documented and include a compelling reason why readmission should be granted. Requests for readmission
must be reviewed and approved by the Admissions Committee of the College. A plan for success, including
certain requirements and/or restrictions, may be imposed on the student as a condition of readmission.
Any previous Radiography classes completed with a “C” or better must be audited by the student at
their expense. The student is expected to fulfill all attendance requirements. Classroom activities and
assignments for the class are to be completed as assigned but no grade will be awarded. This will ensure the
student benefits from the class audit and successful completion of the program. Students will also complete
testing, without a grade, to be used for study purposes. In order to progress to the next course level, the
student must complete competency testing with a score of 77% or greater at the end of each semester.
All clinical competencies completed during an earlier admission are invalid. The student will receive
notification from the College regarding their readmission by April 1. The student will be required to attend
the fall Radiography orientation prior to the start of classes.
TRANSFER CREDIT FOR RADIOGRAPHY COURSES
Students requesting transfer credit for a radiography course from another college or university are
required to submit a copy of the course outline and syllabus for the course. The student is required to
successfully complete a written and practical competency exam for the course prior to transfer credit being
granted.
PHYSICAL & EMOTIONAL HEALTH
It is required that there be evidence that the physical and emotional health of the student be such that
he/she can be expected to provide safe care to the public.
Evaluation of health will continue throughout the program. An applicant or student who presents
problems in physical or emotional health which have not responded to appropriate treatment within a
reasonable time may be denied admission or asked to withdraw. The student is denied admission or asked
to withdraw to protect his/her own health and that of clients to whom he/she is assigned.
Guidelines for Evaluation of Physical Health
Physical health is defined as being free of disabling or contagious disease, being able to perform fine and
gross motor skills, and being able to perform normal weight-bearing activities.
Assessment of physical health is based on a completed physical/health form, a medical examination,
and observations by Radiography faculty. A physical examination performed no more than one year prior
to the prospective date of entry into the program is required. The Admissions Office will provide each
applicant with a copy of the physical examination form. A licensed physician, a registered physician’s
assistant, or a certified nurse practitioner may perform this examination.
Completion of the health form for the state of North Carolina is required.
If a physical health problem threatens to prevent or prevents satisfactory classroom or clinical
performance, the student is referred to an appropriate professional. The recommendation of the professional
is utilized to advise the student regarding admission or continued enrollment. Applicants or students may be
denied admission or continued enrollment until the identified problem is satisfactorily corrected.
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Guidelines for Evaluation of Emotional Health
Emotional health is defined as reacting appropriately to stressful situations, coping with everyday stress
effectively, using healthy coping mechanisms, and understanding one’s own ability to cope with stressful
situations.
Assessment of emotional health is based on physician information provided through the completed
health history form, observations by nurse faculty, and evaluation by a qualified mental health professional
when previous or current emotional health problems have been identified.
If an emotional health problem threatens to prevent or prevents satisfactory classroom or clinical
performance, the applicant or student is referred to an appropriate professional. The recommendation
of the professional will be utilized to advise the applicant or student regarding admission or continued
enrollment.
Applicants or students may be denied admission or continued enrollment until the identified problem
is satisfactorily corrected.
NUMERICAL RANKING SYSTEM
The numerical ranking system was implemented as an objective means for evaluating Radiography
applicants. Applicants will be ranked based upon points earned. Students with the highest number of
points will be selected for admission into the Radiography program.
GPA: A minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average (GPA). Actual GPA will be multiplied by five.
GENERAL COLLEGE COURSES: Points will be awarded in the ranking process for a grade of “C”
or better in BIO 163, MAT 115 or MAT 161, ENG 111, ENG 114, PSY 150, and PHI 240. The points
received for MAT 115 or 161 and BIO 163 will be multiplied by two, thus carrying double weight.
ADDITIONAL DEGREES: Points will be awarded in the ranking process for diplomas or degrees
in science, health care or related fields with a 2.5 GPA or higher. Points will also be awarded for active
certifications in the healthcare profession.
Career & College Promise
Career and College Promise provides seamless dual enrollment educational opportunities for eligible
North Carolina high school students in order to accelerate completion of college certificates, diplomas
and associate degrees that lead to college transfer or provide entry-level job skills. High school students
enrolled in Career and College Promise pathway courses are considered college students in all aspects
and receive college credit for courses taken. CCP students are required to meet all prerequisite and course
admission requirements. Career and College Promise pathways are aligned with the K-12 curriculum and
career and college ready standards adopted by the State Board of Education.
■ Core 44 College Transfer Pathway
The CCP Core 44 College Transfer Pathway offers at least 30 semester hours of transfer courses,
including English and mathematics. To be eligible for enrollment, a high school student must meet the
following criteria:
a. Be a high school junior or senior;
b. Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 or higher on high school courses; and
c. Demonstrate college readiness by meeting benchmark scores on an approved assessment or
	
placement test in English, reading and mathematics.
A high school junior or senior who does not demonstrate college readiness on an approved assessment
or placement test may be provisionally enrolled in a College Transfer Pathway. To qualify for Provisional
Status, a student must meet the following criteria:
a. Have cumulative weighted GPA of 3.5;
b. Have completed two years of high school English with a grade of “C” or higher;
c. Have completed high school Algebra II (or a higher level math class) with a grade of “C” or
higher;
d. Obtain the written approval of the high school principal or his/her designee; and,
e. Obtain the written approval of the community college president or his/her designee.
A Provisional Status student may register for only college mathematics (MAT) and college English
(ENG) courses within the chosen Pathway. To be eligible to register for other courses in the Pathway, the
student must first successfully complete the mathematics and English courses with a grade of “C’ or higher.
To maintain eligibility for continued enrollment, a student must continue to make progress toward
	
high school graduation and maintain a 2.0 GPA in college coursework after completing two courses.
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A student must enroll in one Core 44 College Transfer Pathway program of study and may not
substitute courses in one program for courses in another.
With approval of the high school principal or his/her designee and the college’s chief student
development administrator,
• a student may change his or her program of study major;
• a student who completes a Core 44 College Transfer Pathway while still enrolled in high school
may continue to earn college transfer credits leading to the completion of the 44-hour general education
transfer core;
• a student may enroll in both a Core 44 College Transfer pathway program of study and a Career
Technical Education program of study.
■ Career Technical Education Pathway
The Career and College Promise Career Technical Education Pathway leads to a certificate or diploma
aligned with a high school Career Cluster. To be eligible for enrollment, a high school student must meet
the following criteria:
a. Be a high school junior or senior;
b. Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses or have the recommendation of the high
	
	 school principal or his/her designee; and
c. Meet the prerequisites for the career pathway and for specific courses in the pathway.
To maintain eligibility for continued enrollment, a student must continue to make progress toward
graduation and maintain a 2.0 in college coursework after completing two courses. A student must enroll
in one program of study and may not substitute courses in one program for courses in another. The student
may change his or her program of study major with approval of the high school principal or his/her
designee and the college’s chief student development administrator.
■ Placement Testing for Career and College Promise Students
High school students desiring to enroll in Core 44 College Transfer Pathway courses must meet
college readiness benchmark scores in English, reading and mathematics on one of the following approved
diagnostic assessment tests: ACT, Accuplacer, Asset, Compass, PLAN, PSAT, SAT.
Students seeking to enroll in Career Technical Education Pathway courses that require placement
testing must take the placement test prior to registration. Call 336-633-0200 for placement testing times
and dates.
Those students who do not achieve the current cutoff score(s) on the placement tests will need to work
with the RCC coordinator and a counselor from their high school to decide their eligibility for classes.
Tech Prep
Tech Prep is defined as a combined secondary and postsecondary program that builds student
competencies in math, science, and communications and leads to an associate degree, two-year certificate,
two-year registered apprenticeship and leads to employment. This course of study in the high school
allows high school students to earn community college credit for certain courses taken while in high
school. In order for community college credit to be awarded, a grade of “B” or higher must be attained for
the course and a score of 93 or higher must be achieved on the standardized CTE post-assessment test.
Official standardized CTE post-assessment scores are required to verify that the criteria has been met to
award credit for articulated course work. In order to receive articulated credit, students must enroll in
a community college within two years of their high school graduation date. The student must inform
the RCC registrar that he/she wishes to receive Tech Prep credit. The courses covered by Tech Prep
articulation agreements vary from school to school. Consult the high school guidance counselor to see
what courses offered are covered by the Tech Prep articulation agreement.
International Student Admissions
International students are those who have been issued an F or M visa. The College is not authorized to
admit those with J visas. Further, the College only admits international students into curriculum programs
at the college level.
In addition to the admissions procedures required of native students, international applicants must
demonstrate English comprehension. International applicants, for whom English is not a native language,
may demonstrate adequate comprehension of English by one of two methods.
1. Submission of a TOEFL score of 500 or above paper based or 173 or above computer based.
2. Successful completion of one or more years of a U.S. high school or postsecondary education and a
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TOEFL score of 450 or above paper based or 133 or above computer based.
In addition, international applicants must submit an RCC application for admissions, high school/
GED evidence of completion, and college transcripts if applicable, and take the College’s placement test.
Please note: International applicants are responsible for having their transcripts translated into English,
if needed, and evaluated by an approved transcript evaluation service if requested. The international
student counselor in Student Services can provide assistance in locating such services.
Application materials for admission should be received from international applicants two months
prior to the semester in which the student wishes to enroll. Also, U.S. Immigration law requires proof of
financial support for the student’s entire program of study. Once all requirements have been met, RCC will
issue the I-20 immigration form.
For more information about international student admissions, contact Sheila Gothard by phone at
336-633-0205, by fax at 336-629-9547, or by e-mail at smgothard@randolph.edu.
Special Students
Students who have not applied for admission into a specific program are classified as Special Students.
Special Students are required to submit an application for admission and are eligible to take an unlimited
number of courses. Special Students must meet the prerequisites/corequisites for courses they plan on
taking. Special Students are not eligible for financial aid.
Proficiency examinations may be used to earn credit for additional courses taken as a Special Student.
Should a Special Student desire to declare a major, he/she should complete/submit a Change of Major
form online, provide the appropriate transcripts, and participate in placement testing to meet prerequisites/
corequisites. For assistance in choosing a major, counselors are available through the Welcome Center.
The responsibility for initiating the change from Special Student status to a major lies with the
student. Any questions should be directed to the Admissions Office. It is the responsibility of the student
to verify with their home institution that the RCC course(s) will be accepted as transfer credit.
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Randolph Community College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all students
with documented disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who wish to request accommodations in
compliance with the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of
1990 must identify themselves to the admissions counselor before placement testing.
If you would like to receive a Request for Accommodation form, a copy of the College’s policy on
accommodations for students with disabilities, or would like more information, the Disability Handbook is
available online. New or currently enrolled students with disabilities who wish to request accommodations
under ADA must contact the coordinator of students with disabilities at 336-633-0246 in sufficient time
for the College to assist if necessary.
General Admissions Requirements for Continuing
Education Programs
1. Participation in RCC’s Continuing Education programs is open to any adult, 18 years or older, who
is not currently enrolled in the public school system. (In some cases, high school students between
16 and 18 years old may participate on a space available basis with written permission from their
principals.)
2. Preregistration and pre-payment are due before the first class in Continuing Education programs.
	 For more information, contact Continuing Education, 336-633-0268.
Basic Skills Programs Referral Policy
RCC offers two levels of remedial instruction. In addition to Developmental Studies, the College offers
Basic Skills. Following College placement testing, the RCC admissions counselors will advise students
who would be better served in Basic Skills. Basic Skills staff will administer the TABE placement test, and
students who show need below the ninth grade level may work in Adult Basic Education. After working
in ABE, these students will enter the Developmental Education Courses as needed and will take other
curriculum courses as may be appropriate. There is no charge for instruction in Basic Skills Programs.
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`Expenses (Tuition & Fees)
Asheboro and Randolph County area Curriculum students who commute to Randolph Community
College may expect to spend an average of $2,500 per year for tuition, books, and supplies, depending on
the major selected. Books and supplies will be more costly in majors like Advertising & Graphic Design,
Associate Degree Nursing, Interior Design, and Photographic Technology. Transportation is an additional
expense. Certain students must consider off-campus room and board and personal expenses in addition to
the above. Students in this category could expect a substantial difference in expense. Students are advised
to contact the Admissions Office for specific College expenses.
Tuition & Activity Fees for Curriculum Programs
Please note: The North Carolina General Assembly sets tuition rates for in-state and out-of-state
residents. They are subject to change by the General Assembly without notice. Fees are established
by state legislative action and/or State Board action and/or RCC Board action and are subject to change.
Semester Hours
In-State 1 through 15 $66.50/Credit Hour
16 and up $1,064.00/Semester
Out-of-State 1 through 15 $258.50/Credit Hour
16 and up $4,136.00/Semester
*Activity Fee – $1.75 per credit hour ($28.00 maximum per semester)
	 *Technology Fee – $1.00 per credit hour ($16.00 maximum per semester)
	 *Lab Fees – Dependent on course(s)
*All full-time and part-time regular students will pay an activity fee by the semester on an academic
year basis. Activity fees for the summer session will be one half the normal charge, up to 12 credit hours
($9 maximum). Activity fees are used for items and activities that directly benefit students. Examples
include accident insurance, parking stickers, spring and fall fests, and student identification cards.
N.C. residents 65 years or older are exempt from registration fees for up to six credit hours per semester.
Books & Supplies for Curriculum Programs
The cost for books and supplies will vary according to programs. Equipment costs will be presented at
the time of the admissions interview.
Fees for Continuing Education Programs
Registration fees for Continuing Education courses vary according to the type of course and are set by
the College according to the State Board of Community Colleges regulations.
Fees are as follows:
	 Adult Basic Education – No fee
	 Adult High School – No fee
	 Community Service – The majority of these courses are self-supporting. Fees are determined by
		 course length and total cost.
	 Compensatory Education – No fee
	 English as a Second Language – No fee
	 General Educational Development (classroom) – $25 for GED test.
	 Human Resources Development – Free to those who are unemployed, have been notified of
		 impending layoff, or meet eligibility requirements.
	 Small Business Center Seminars – Small fee to cover course costs.
Occupational Extension – Fees are determined by course length according to the following schedule. A
fee for materials and insurance may be charged in addition to the registration fee.
$65 0-24 hours
$120 25-50 hours
$175 51 or more hours
Occupational Extension – Fee supported
In unique situations, it may be beneficial for all parties involved for the College to conduct
training on a fee-supported basis. The College reserves the right to make that determination.
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If the decision is made to conduct training using this option, the fee is established according to
actual costs incurred by the College in providing training.
The College reserves the right to revise Continuing Education fees on a course-by-course basis,
depending upon total instructional and support costs.
North Carolina residents 65 years or older are exempt from registration fees for one course per
semester, except for courses beginning with CSP or SEF prefix.
■ Course Repeat Policy
Students who take a Continuing Education Occupational Extension course (the same course title)
more than twice within a five-year period are required to pay a fee in line with the actual cost of providing
instruction. An example of the difference in pricing is as follows: For a 33-hour course, the fee for a
person who is taking the same course for the third time would be $224.40 ($6.80 per hour of scheduled
instruction) rather than the current $120.00 registration.
Institutional Refund Policy
The college refund policy is established by state and legislative action and is subject to change
without prior notice to students. The refund policies stated below were in effect at the time this
publication was published.
■ Curriculum
A 75 percent tuition refund may be made upon the request of the student if the student officially
withdraws from the class prior to or on the official 10 percent point of the semester. Activity fees are
nonrefundable except when a course fails to