ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT AND APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION
License # 5126
1499 Forest Hill Blvd, Ste. 106, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406
(561-350-1697)
RN to BSN PROGRAM
This Enrollment Agreement and Application for Admission is the binding document/contract by which students may apply for entrance into the Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science Degree Nursing Program at the College of Health and Allied Development. This document shall also be the binding document by which the financial terms of enrollment, all costs, and terms of payment are disclosed. In addition, this agreement shall specify the date of matriculation for the student as well as the date anticipated for completion of the program. The policies and procedures for refunds are also contractually specified.
RN TO BSN PROGRAM
The Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing course is designed to prepare Registered Nurses to proceed into administrative and supervisory positions in the nursing and related health care fields, and to work in a variety of medical settings. The program combines theory and clinical components in addressing the concepts of professional nursing roles: caregiver, advocate, educator, communicator, manager, and leader. Each graduate will be qualified to participate as an active partner in meeting the healthcare needs of the community, and to participate in educating and preparing nurses to practice in various medical settings.
The Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing course is provided 100% online or 100% residentially. Acceptance of earned credits is determined by the receiving institution.
RN TO BSN PROGRAM
The Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing program requires the scholar to create time to complete coursework, meet submission deadlines, and respond to instructor discussions/comments, and to interact in class. Coursework requires structured community engagement and leadership engagement. Scholar is also encouraged to participate in other non-academic school activities.
Successful completion of program requires completion of All pre-requisites, all general education, all required, and core courses.
Course consists of 60 credit/Semester hours. Full time schedule is completed within 16 months, Part-time must be completed within 32 months.
College of Health and Allied Development and the above listed applicant/student enter into an agreement under which the student will pay tuition and fees as indicated below as well as adhere to the school’s rules and regulations as set forth in the school catalog. The College will instruct the student in the curriculum listed.
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be awarded the Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing.
Entrance and admission Requirements and procedures
Prospective students are first interviewed by the school director or his/her designee to determine their interest and applicability of the academic program of the School for the prospective student.
Applicants will complete and submit the application/enrollment agreement with the $150 non-refundable application and registration fee to the director of the school or his/her representative
Minimum requirements for admission to the Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science Degree Nursing (BSN) Program include:
- Completed College of Health and Allied Development Application for Admission
- Official High School transcript or GED
- Official Registered Nursing school transcript.
- Current Registered Nursing License (to be photocopied by the college), or proof of application for license.
- Copy of CPR certificate that will remain current for the duration of the program.
- Copy of government-issued photo ID
COST OF ATTENDANCE
Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing
(60 Semester/credit hours)
Program cost is based on one (1) credit hour at $420.00
Tuition
Application and Registration Fee: $ 150.00
Tuition: $ 25,200.00
Estimated Cost of Textbooks $ 2,200.00
Technology service charge $ 3,220.00
Graduation fee $ 205.00
Estimated Total with Textbooks: $ 30,975.00
Other fees
BLS certification $110
ACLS $210
PALS $210
Health Screening & Immunizations $700
TERMS OF PAYMENT
Payment of fees
A non-refundable Application and Registration Fee of $150.00 is due at the time of signing the application for admission.
Full payment for all courses is due at or prior to the start of each semester. Cost for a full semester course load is: $7,743.75. Payment plan available via financial agreement.
TRUTH-IN-LENDING DISCLOSURE
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It is understood by all parties that failure to comply with terms of payment constitutes grounds for termination or suspension from the program. In addition, it is understood by all parties that no student will be allowed to graduate until all financial obligations to the School have been satisfied.
CLASS SCHEDULE FOR REGISTERED NURSE TO BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE NURSING PROGRAM
Online week begins on Tuesday at 00:00am and ends the following Monday at 11:59pm.
Day Classes meet Monday – Friday from 9:00am -5:00pm
Evening Classes meet Monday – Thursday from 5:30pm -9:30pm
Cancellation and Refund Policy for all programs
Should a student be terminated or cancels for any reason, all refunds will be made according to the following refund schedule:
- Cancellation notice must be made in person, in writing, or by certified mail.
- All monies will be refunded if school does not accept the application or if the student cancels within five (5) business days after signing the enrollment agreement.
- Cancellation after the fifth (5th) business day, but before the first class, will result in a refund of all monies paid, except the application and registration fee.
- Cancellation after attendance has begun, but prior to completion of 50% of the program will result in a Pro Rata refund computed on the percentage of the total program completed.
- Cancellation after completing 50% of the program will result in no refund.
- Termination Date. The termination date for refund computation purposes is the last date of in-class interaction by the student unless written notice is received with termination/withdrawal date.
- Refunds will be made within 30 days of termination or receipt of Cancellation Notice.
- A student may be dismissed at the discretion of the director for insufficient progress, non-payment of fees, or failure to comply with rules.
I affirm that I have been notified, I have read, I understand, and I accept the terms of the refund policy.
LICENSURE STATUS
College of Health and Allied Development is licensed by the Commission for Independent Education, Florida Department of Education (license #5126). Additional information regarding this institution may be obtained by contacting the Commission at 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414, Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400. Toll free telephone: 888-224-6684.
EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER
Students are furnished names and addresses of employment possibilities. Inquiries made to the school from potential employers will be posted on the bulletin board. The school will assist the student with placement to the best of its ability but cannot guarantee employment.
CREDIT DISCLAIMER
Transfer of course credit is at the discretion of the receiving Institution.
Acknowledgement of Receipt of Enrollment Agreement and Application for Admission and the Academic Catalog
I have received a copy of this Enrollment Agreement and Application for Admission and the current Academic Catalog. My signature below indicates I have read and accept the policies and procedures as presented in these documents and hereby make application to College of Health and Allied Development in this application and at the fees and terms as stated herein.
Academic Disclosure and Agreement
Disclosures
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Elements
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Enrollment
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Your acceptance into program is contingent upon you meeting all enrollment requirements and fulfilling financial obligations
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Schedule
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Classes are scheduled to allow you to meet the required academic instruction to qualify for degree of your choice.
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Assigned classes
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Your classes will be assigned based on your academic needs to fulfil diploma or degree completion.
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Attendance
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Attendance is an essential part of your requirements.
o Student must agree to fulfil attendance requirements by responding to instructor, submitting assignments, and completing academic tasks as assigned.
o Student must participate:
§ at least two times per week, and…
§ within 5 days of last interaction.
***5 DAYS ABSENCE CONSTITUTES A WITHDRAWAL AND STUDENT WILL BE UN-ENROLLED***
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Clinicals
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The course for which you are enrolled requires clinical practice. You will be scheduled and notified of clinical rotation dates, times, and location at least 4 weeks prior to rotation. Student must agree to comply with all clinical requirements for program.
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Background check
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Health care Programs requiring clinical practice often require clear background checks.
Please notify us prior to enrollment into a program requiring background check if you have any of the following on any law-enforcement files:
§ Felony charge
§ Abuse charge
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Medical fitness
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Health care programs typically require candidates to successfully pass a medical check-up that includes:
§ Physical check
§ Drug test
§ Immunization test
This may be required annually based on clinical location requirements.
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Removal from class
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A student will be removed from class:
o For non-payment of fees
o Failure to meet attendance requirements
o Failure to meet academic requirements
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Advancement
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Student will be allowed to advance to next semester when pre-requirements for upcoming classes are met.
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Examination
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For students to be cleared to sit state examinations, students must:
o Pass final examination
o Pass any model exams assigned
o Successfully complete the mandatory review for said program
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Graduation
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For students to participate in graduation activities, student must:
· Complete or have less than 3 credit hours to successfully complete the program
· Fulfill all financial requirements
· Apply for graduation
· Comply with graduation requirements and procedures
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Diplomas and Degrees
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Diplomas and degrees are released to student once all academic and financial obligations are met
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Financial Disclosures and Agreement
Disclosures
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Elements
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Registration fees
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Diploma programs $50.00
Degree programs $150.00
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Tuition
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Diploma programs $360.00 per credit hour
Degree programs $420.00 per credit hour
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Payments
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Upon registration, all students are required to pay the entire balance of their accounts, by either full payment or through the deferred payment plan.
Timely payment of tuition is required to continue your attendance at the college. If unforeseen circumstances occur that preclude you from paying in a timely fashion, please contact the Business Office.
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Deferred Payment Plan
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If student needs to pay educational expenses in installments, a deferred payment plan may be arranged. Payment options are discussed and agreed-upon by you and the finance associate managing your file. You will then sign to agreed-upon payment option and schedule. Any payment not made by the due date is subject to a late payment charge. All students not paying in full upon registration are required to sign a deferred payment contract with the College.
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Balance from a previous semester
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Balance from a previous semester remains your responsibility and is brought forward on your bill. If you have not signed a Deferred Payment Plan agreement with College of Health and Allied Development,
Until the balance is paid, the student will NOT:
1. Register for subsequent semesters 2. Obtain a transcript 3. Obtain academic credentials
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Drops/Withdrawals while on a deferred payment plan
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If you decide to leave prior to the end of your program for any reason, your total balance becomes due immediately.
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Drops/Withdrawals while on a scholarship
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Scholarships are awarded to students under the assumption that the student will complete the course of choice. When a student ceases academic attendance prior to the end of program, the student relinquishes eligibility for scholarship and assumes liability and responsibility for full non-scholarship cost of all services rendered according to the terms of enrollment agreement.
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Refund policy
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All monies will be refunded if school does not accept the application or if the student cancels within five (5) business days after signing the enrollment agreement. Cancellation after the fifth (5th) business day, but before the first class, will result in a refund of all monies paid, except the registration fee and any applicable service fees. Cancellation after attendance has begun, but prior to completion of 50% of the program will result in a Pro Rata refund computed on the percentage of the total program completed minus any applicable fees. Cancellation after completing 50% of the program will result in no refund.
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Non-refundable
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Registration fee, applicable service fees
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Scholarship
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Available scholarships are communicated to current and prospective students as they become available. Each student is responsible for submitting required application, and meeting and fulfilling criteria for obtaining and retaining scholarships.
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Loss of Scholarship
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If scholarship is lost due to failure to maintain scholarship criteria or due to discontinuation of course, you become liable for full cost of all classes and services rendered at the non-scholarship costs.
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Consequences of non-payment
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Failure to make agree-upon payments at scheduled dates will attract late payment fee per terms of payment. If payment is more than 2 weeks late, a reminder will be sent. If payment is not made 2 weeks after reminder, you will be removed from class until appropriate arrangements are made with the finance department.
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Mandatory services and fees
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Technology service charge $169.00 per class
Library service fee $ 50.00 per calendar year
Clinical Fee $1,960.00 per clinical rotation
NCLEX review $1,000.00 per review session
NCLEX examination fee $ 360.00
Transcript evaluation fee (For students who wish to transfer credits) $75.00
Service fee $38.10
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Optional services and fees
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Background/drug testing/fingerprinting $ 200.00
Estimated Cost of Textbooks $ 4,400.00
Admission Pack $ 121.00
BLS certification $ 110.00
Health screening and immunization $ 700.00
Clinical Pack $ 1,525.00
ACLS $ 210.00
PALS certification $ 210.00
Lost training hours/repeat $45.50 per clock hour
Graduation fee $ 205.00
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Re-instatement
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An inactive student, whether terminated or voluntarily withdrawn, may be readmitted to the previously enrolled program under the following conditions:
• Correction of all deficiencies
• The payment of a $ 80.00 re-entry fee
• Fulfilment of prevailing financial requirements
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Payment Options
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Payment may be made by:
Cash []Bank Check
Debit Card []Personal Check
Credit Card
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Return check policy
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Current bank service fee for returned checks, stop payment on check or card payment, plus amount allowed by law; the current returned check fees are as follows:
· Checks under $50.00 will be charged $36.50.
· Checks from $50.00–$299.99 will be charged $47.50.
· Checks from $300.00–$800.00 will be charged $57.50.
· Checks over $800.00 will be charged 18 percent of the check amount.
Students who have presented two returned checks will no longer be allowed to pay by personal check. All fees are subject to change.
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Late fee
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A late fee of $36.00 will be applied for each late payment after the two-day grace period, and $36.00 per week thereafter until paid in full.
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Failure to make payments
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Failure to make payments will result in:
1. Removal from class
2. Account will be placed in default.
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Defaults
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Student will be given the opportunity to remedy defaults. Failure to remedy defaults within 2 weeks of notice will result in removal from class until suitable arrangements are made with the finance department. Failure to make arrangements and/or to remedy financial obligations within 30 days of due date will result in permanent default and legal action will be taken to recover outstanding balance including garnishment of wages.
Student will be responsible for legal, bank, service fees, and any other fees that are charged to College of Health and Allied Development due to the actions to collect, or caused by non-payment, or due to return of payments.
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Interest
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Interest not to exceed 18% per year is charged on balance due after graduation.
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Deferred Payment Plan Agreement
The price of obtaining a career can be cost prohibitive. It is with this in mind that College of Health and Allied Development provides payment options to allow qualified persons to fulfill their career goals and resolutions. Students are notified of scholarships, grants, and any other incentives available to lower their financial demands of obtaining a career.
Student/responsible party is given the opportunity to choose the payment option that suits you best. Payment plan options form is and returned to your admission coordinator. The payment option form shows your payment commitment and therefore becomes a part of your file and is used to determine your payment schedule.
Terms of Payment and Schedule
All forms are required to be filled out, signed, and submitted prior to submission of payments. Application fee is non-refundable and must be paid upon signing of Enrollment Agreement. Transcript evaluation fee, Technology fee, Clinical lab fees, and NCLEX review fees are non-refundable. Refund of tuition will be made per the terms outlined in enrollment agreement.
Tuition payments per payment plan are collected as follows.
- Bi-Weekly,
- Every 4 weeks, or
- Per semester. Semester payments are collected on the 25th of the month, or the last Friday of the month prior to the start of the semester.
A late fee of $36.00 will be applied to late payments after the two-day grace period, and $36.00 per week thereafter until paid in full.
Failure to make payments will result in default and review of the account. Student will be given the opportunity to remedy defaults. Failure to remedy defaults within 2 weeks of notice will result in removal from class until suitable arrangements are made with the finance department. Failure to make arrangements and/or to remedy financial obligations within the 2-weeks allowed will result in permanent default and legal action will be taken to recover outstanding balance including garnishment of wages. Student will be responsible for legal, bank, and any other fees that are charged to College of Health and Allied Development due to the actions to collect, or caused by non-payment, or due to return of payments.
AGREEMENT NOTE
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I, assume full responsibility for payment of tuition and fees for program undertaken at College of Health and Allied Development. I, hereby agree to the tuition terms as outlined above for College of Health and Allied Development and authorize payment per the payment options indicated above. I agree to the financial and performance conditions set forth and as agreed-upon and will comply with all payments accordingly. I have read and accept the terms of payment. I understand and accept that any Scholarship funds are applied at the end of the payment plan. All payments must be made per schedules while enrolled in program and after graduation if balance remains.
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[X] Registration fee of $150.00
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