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2015-2016

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX

ONLINE

ACADEMIC CATALOGVolume 49

July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016 catalog

With Updates Added:

May 1, 2016(see addenda pages for a summary of updates added by month)

“As we move to meet the educational needs of working adults in a mobile society, our conception of the university must extend beyond place and embrace process. An adult university cannot be campus bound, rather its borders must be defined by the lives of

its students.”

Dr. John G. Sperling

Founder

Information contained in this catalog is subject to change at the discretion of the University of Phoenix without prior notification.

Unless specifically stated otherwise in a particular Catalog policy, in the event of any inconsistency or conflict between the informa-tion contained in this catalog and any other material, the information contained in the catalog shall take precedence.

The University of Phoenix is not responsible for information or claims made by individuals not affiliated with the University that is contrary to University of Phoenix published material.

Annual Security Report Notice

The University of Phoenix annual security report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University, and on public property

within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes the sex offender registry, institutional policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other related matters. You

can obtain a copy of this report by contacting your local Campus Security Authority or by accessing the following Web site: http://www.phoenix.edu/about_us/campus-safety.html.

University of Phoenix is authorized by the Washington Student Achievement Council and meets the requirements and mini-mum educational standards established for degree-granting institutions under the Degree-Granting Institutions Act. This authorization is subject to periodic review and authorizes University of Phoenix to offer, advertise and recruit for specific

degree programs. The Council may be contacted for a list of currently authorized programs. Authorization by the Council does not carry with it an endorsement by the Council of the institution or its programs. Any person desiring information about the requirements of the act or the applicability of those requirements to the institution may contact the Council at P.O Box 43430,

Olympia, WA 98504-3430.

University of Phoenix is authorized by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission. This authorization must be renewed each year and is based on an evaluation by minimum standards concerning quality of education, ethical business practices, health

and safety, and fiscal responsibility.

University of Phoenix is registered with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to Minnesota Statutes sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may not transfer to all other institutions. Minnesota residents may enroll in the following programs: Associate of Arts/Concentration in General Stud-ies, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Communications, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Accounting, Associate of Arts/Con-

centration in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Foundations of Business, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Accounting, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism, Associate of Arts/Concentra-tion in Human Services Management, Associate of Arts in Psychology, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Health Care Adminis-

tration, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Health Care Administration/Medical Records, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Criminal Justice, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information

Technology/Networking, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Programming, Associate of Arts/Concen-tration in Information Technology/Web Design, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Information Tech-

nology Support, Bachelor of Science in Communication, Bachelor of Arts in English, Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Bachelor of Science in Health Administration, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Jus-

tice Administration, Bachelor of Science in Organizational Security and Management, The Bachelor of Science in Business, Bachelor of Science in Management, Bachelor of Science in Management Concentration in Manufacturing Sector, Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in

Psychology, Master of Health Administration, Master of Health Administration Bridge, Master of Health Administration/Edu-cation, Master of Health Administration/Education Bridge, Master of Health Administration/Gerontology, Master of Health

Administration/Gerontology Bridge, Master of Health Administration/Informatics, Master of Health Administration/Informat-ics Bridge, Master of Science/Administration of Justice and Security, Master of Science/Administration of Justice and Security

Bridge, Master of Business Administration, Master of Public Administration, Master of Management, Master of Science in Accountancy, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing/Specialization in Nursing/Health Care Education,

Master of Science in Nursing/Specialization in Informatics, Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Health Administration, Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership, Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership with a specializa-

tion in Information Systems and Technology, Doctor of Health Administration, Visual Communication Certificate, Information Systems Security Certificate, APLUS Fundamentals Certificate, Information Systems Security Minor, Multimedia and Visual Communication Minor, Graduate Health Care Informatics Certificate, Gerontology Health Care Certificate, Graduate Certifi-

cate in Human Resources Management, Graduate Accounting Certificate, Graduate Marketing Certificate

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.....................................................................................................................................................................................ADDENDUM - SUMMARY OF POLICY UPDATES ADDED TO THE CATALOG ON MAY 1, 2016

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.....................................................................................................................................................................................GENERAL POLICY UPDATES

• The Corporate Partnerships-Credit Recommendation Guide and Prior Learning Assessment Submission Posting and Fees sections were updated. (see UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS)

• The State and International Licensures section was updated. (see CONSUMER INFORMATION)

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.....................................................................................................................................................................................CAMPUS POLICY UPDATES

• The address for the Washington Student Achievement Council was updated. (see COVER AND PREFACE)

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.....................................................................................................................................................................................PROGRAM POLICY UPDATES

• The Professional Focus for the AA/PF was updated. (see UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS- COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SCIENCES)

• The Additional Admission Requirements for the MAED/TED-E (Utah) were updated. (see GRADUATE PROGRAMS- COLLEGE OF EDUCATION)

• The Candidacy Status for the MAED/TED-E (Utah) was updated. (see GRADUATE PROGRAMS- COLLEGE OF EDUCATION)

• The Additional Admission Requirements for the MAED/TED-S (Utah) were updated. (see GRADUATE PROGRAMS- COLLEGE OF EDUCATION)

• The Candidacy Status for the MAED/TED-S (Utah) was updated. (see GRADUATE PROGRAMS- COLLEGE OF EDUCATION)

• The Additional Admission Requirements for the MAED/SPE (Utah) were updated. (see GRADUATE PROGRAMS- COLLEGE OF EDUCATION)

• The Candidacy Status for the MAED/SPE (Utah) was updated. (see GRADUATE PROGRAMS- COLLEGE OF EDUCATION)

• The Additional Admission Requirements for the BSED/E (Utah) were updated. (see UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS- COLLEGE OF EDUCATION)

• The Candidacy Status for the BSED/E (Utah) was updated. (see UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS- COLLEGE OF EDUCATION)

• The course title for ADMIN 510 was updated. (see GRADUATE PROGRAMS-COLLEGE OF EDUCATION)

• The course title for EDU 430 was updated. (see UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS-COLLEGE OF EDUCATION)

• The course title for LDR 722 was updated. (see SCHOOL OF ADVANCED STUDIES)

• The course title for MTE 503 was updated. (see PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS)

University of Phoenix, 2015-2016

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.....................................................................................................................................................................................TABLE OF CONTENTS

ADDENDUM - SUMMARY OF POLICY UPDATES ADDED TO THE CATALOG ON MAY 1, 2016.......... iiiGENERAL POLICY UPDATES.......................................................................................................... iiiCAMPUS POLICY UPDATES............................................................................................................ iiiPROGRAM POLICY UPDATES......................................................................................................... iii

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX .......................................................................................................................... 1Official School Colors ...................................................................................................................... 1Ownership Information..................................................................................................................... 1Our Mission Statement .................................................................................................................... 1Our Purpose .................................................................................................................................... 1Accreditation and Affiliations............................................................................................................ 2Academic Programs ........................................................................................................................ 2Enrollment and Student Profile ........................................................................................................ 2University Library ............................................................................................................................. 3Current Resources of the University Library.................................................................................... 3

THE UNIVERSITY’S TEACHING AND LEARNING MODEL........................................................................ 5Active Learning ................................................................................................................................ 5Collaboration.................................................................................................................................... 5Emphasis on Application and Relevance ........................................................................................ 5University-Wide Learning Goals ...................................................................................................... 5Curriculum ....................................................................................................................................... 5Awarding Credit Hours..................................................................................................................... 5Access and Convenience of Time and Place .................................................................................. 6Program Format............................................................................................................................... 6Class Size........................................................................................................................................ 6Learning Teams............................................................................................................................... 6Faculty ............................................................................................................................................. 7Staff Screening ................................................................................................................................ 7Student Technology Recommendations and Competencies........................................................... 7eCampus: Student and Faculty Portal ............................................................................................. 8Classroom Recording Policy............................................................................................................ 8

UNIVERSITY POLICIES................................................................................................................................ 9Calendar .......................................................................................................................................... 9Course Equivalencies ...................................................................................................................... 9Course Cancellation ........................................................................................................................ 9Directed Study ................................................................................................................................. 9Concurrent Enrollment................................................................................................................... 10Dual Enrollment ............................................................................................................................. 10Multiple University Degrees ........................................................................................................... 10Maximum Credit Limits .................................................................................................................. 10Course Credits............................................................................................................................... 10Student Identification Numbers...................................................................................................... 10Name and Social Security Number Changes ................................................................................ 10

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Letter Request ............................................................................................................................... 11Forms............................................................................................................................................. 11Record Maintenance...................................................................................................................... 11Duplication of Credit....................................................................................................................... 11Course Audit Policy........................................................................................................................ 11Military Deployment and Readmission........................................................................................... 11Transient Student Policy ................................................................................................................ 12Acceptable Transfer Activity .......................................................................................................... 13Evaluation of Transfer Activity ....................................................................................................... 13Servicemembers Opportunity College ........................................................................................... 14Nondiscrimination Policy................................................................................................................ 14Harassment Policy ......................................................................................................................... 15Disability Services.......................................................................................................................... 16Student Organizations ................................................................................................................... 16Acceptable Use of University Computing and Communication Resources ................................... 17Do Not Call Policies ....................................................................................................................... 19Institutional Review Board ............................................................................................................. 19Research, Scholarship, and Surveys............................................................................................. 20

CONSUMER INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................... 23Accreditation, Licensures, Reviews and Approvals ....................................................................... 23Academic Programs, Facilities and Instructional Personnel Information ....................................... 24Articulation Agreements................................................................................................................. 24Credit Transfer ............................................................................................................................... 25Disability Services.......................................................................................................................... 25General Contact Information.......................................................................................................... 25Graduation Rates........................................................................................................................... 25Retention Rates ............................................................................................................................. 26Student Diversity............................................................................................................................ 26Title II of Higher Education Act-Academic Year 2012-2013........................................................... 28Federal Financial Aid Application Process..................................................................................... 29Statement of Educational Purpose ................................................................................................ 30Federal, State and Institutional Financial Aid Programs ................................................................ 30Student/Parent Eligibility Policy ..................................................................................................... 30Grant Programs ............................................................................................................................. 33Scholarships .................................................................................................................................. 36Loans ............................................................................................................................................. 36Advancing Programs Policy ........................................................................................................... 39External Transfer Policy................................................................................................................. 40Program Changes Policy ............................................................................................................... 42Re-entry Policy............................................................................................................................... 43Cost of Attendance Policy.............................................................................................................. 45Grade-Level Determination............................................................................................................ 46Conflicting Information ................................................................................................................... 46Other Resources............................................................................................................................ 46Satisfactory Academic Progress .................................................................................................... 47Professional Judgment .................................................................................................................. 49Determining Enrollment at the University....................................................................................... 49

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Course Attendance Policy ............................................................................................................. 49Leave of Absence .......................................................................................................................... 50Financial Aid Disbursements ......................................................................................................... 52Federal Financial Aid Counseling .................................................................................................. 53Federal Loan Repayment .............................................................................................................. 54Veterans Educational Benefits....................................................................................................... 55Student Financial Responsibilities, Policies and Options .............................................................. 56Withdrawing from the University .................................................................................................... 57Return of Federal Financial Aid ..................................................................................................... 59Tuition Refund Policy..................................................................................................................... 62Consumer Policies and Codes of Conduct .................................................................................... 65Solomon Act .................................................................................................................................. 68Gainful Employment Disclosures................................................................................................... 68Student Loan Code of Conduct ..................................................................................................... 68Consumer Privacy Policy............................................................................................................... 68State Authorization and Contact Information for Filing Complaints ............................................... 70Copyright Infringement and Peer-to-Peer File Sharing Policy ....................................................... 71Digital Millennium Copyright Act Policy (DMCA) ........................................................................... 72Vaccinations and Immunizations ................................................................................................... 73Register to Vote ............................................................................................................................. 73Campus Safety and Security ......................................................................................................... 73Campus Crime Statistics ............................................................................................................... 73Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Prevention.................................................................................... 74

STUDENTS’ RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES....................................................................................... 77Policy on Nursing Ethics and Professional Competence............................................................... 77Students’ Right to Privacy.............................................................................................................. 77

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT.................................................................................................... 78Code of Academic Integrity............................................................................................................ 79Student Records Violations ........................................................................................................... 81Title IX and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Policy............................................................. 82University of Phoenix Professional Standards for Candidates in the School of Nursing ............... 84University of Phoenix Supplemental Standards for Candidates in College of Social Sciences Counseling and Human Services Programs ....................................................... 85University of Phoenix Supplemental Standards for Candidates in College of Education Programs ...................................................................................................................... 86University of Phoenix Supplemental Standards for Students/Candidates in School of Advanced Studies Programs ......................................................................................... 87

DISPUTE RESOLUTION POLICY AND PROCEDURES ................................................................ 88Step One: Internal Resolution........................................................................................................ 88Step Two: Mediation ...................................................................................................................... 88Step Three: Binding Arbitration...................................................................................................... 89Complaints to the Texas Education Agency .................................................................................. 90

ACADEMIC POLICIES................................................................................................................................ 91Academic Advisement ................................................................................................................... 91Registration.................................................................................................................................... 91Admission Statuses ....................................................................................................................... 91

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Student Academic Standing........................................................................................................... 92Program Academic Standing ......................................................................................................... 93Course Statuses ............................................................................................................................ 93Candidacy Statuses ....................................................................................................................... 93Enrollment Status........................................................................................................................... 94Student Falsification of Information................................................................................................ 94On-Camera Conduct Policy ........................................................................................................... 94General Grievances ....................................................................................................................... 94Academically-Related Appeals - Student Appeals Center (SAC) .................................................. 95Grading Procedures....................................................................................................................... 95Program and Cumulative Grade Point Average............................................................................. 96Grade Reports and Transcripts...................................................................................................... 96Grade Disputes and Grade Corrections......................................................................................... 97Program Changes.......................................................................................................................... 97Diploma Application and Degree Conferral.................................................................................... 97Braille Embossed Diplomas ........................................................................................................... 97Posthumous Degrees .................................................................................................................... 97Degree Posting .............................................................................................................................. 97Graduation with Honors ................................................................................................................. 97Participation in Commencement Ceremony .................................................................................. 97Program Completion Deadlines ..................................................................................................... 98Disclaimer on Job Placement ........................................................................................................ 98

ACADEMIC QUALITY AND OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT ........................................................................ 99Academic Quality and Outcomes Assessment-Ensuring Consistent Quality ................................ 99Academic Quality Improvement and Outcomes-based Assessment ............................................. 99

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX ALUMNI ASSOCIATION............................................................................. 101

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS ........................................................................................................... 103Admission Procedures ................................................................................................................. 103Undergraduate Admission Requirements .................................................................................... 104Residency Requirements and Course Waivers for Bachelor Programs ...................................... 106Residency Requirements and Course Waivers for Associate Programs..................................... 106University Orientation Workshops................................................................................................ 107Risk Free Period Policy................................................................................................................ 107Academic Progression Requirements.......................................................................................... 107Waivers ........................................................................................................................................ 108General Education ....................................................................................................................... 108Prior Learning Assessment.......................................................................................................... 110

COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SCIENCES ............................................................................. 113Associate of Arts/Professional Focus .......................................................................................... 113Bachelor of Science in Communication ....................................................................................... 115Bachelor of Arts in English........................................................................................................... 118Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science ........................................................................... 121Bachelor of Science in Biological Science ................................................................................... 125

COLLEGE OF SECURITY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE................................................................... 129Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice............................................................................................ 129

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Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice (Minnesota)........................................................................ 131Associate of Arts in Security Management .................................................................................. 133Associate of Arts in Security Management (Minnesota) .............................................................. 136Bachelor of Science in Security Management ............................................................................. 139The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Security and Management....................................... 142Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration............................................................... 144Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration (Maryland-Online) ................................. 148Bachelor of Science in Public Administration .............................................................................. 152

COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES............................................................................................... 157Bachelor of Science in Psychology.............................................................................................. 157Bachelor of Science in Human Services...................................................................................... 160Bachelor of Science in Correctional Program Support Services ................................................. 163

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS............................................................................................................... 167Associate of Arts/Concentration in Accounting Fundamentals .................................................... 167Associate of Arts/Concentration in Accounting Fundamentals (Minnesota) ................................ 169Associate of Arts/Concentration in Accounting Fundamentals (Certificate Track) ...................... 170Associate of Arts/Concentration in Accounting Fundamentals (Certificate Track) (Minnesota) .. 172Associate of Arts/Concentration in Business Fundamentals ....................................................... 174Associate of Arts/Concentration in Business Fundamentals (Minnesota) ................................... 176The Bachelor of Science in Business .......................................................................................... 178The Bachelor of Science in Business (Maryland-Online) ............................................................ 181Bachelor of Science in Management ........................................................................................... 186Bachelor of Science in Management Concentration in Manufacturing Sector............................. 189Bachelor of Science in Management Emphasis in Manufacturing Sector (Maryland-Online) ..... 192Bachelor of Science in Accounting .............................................................................................. 193Bachelor of Science/Concentration in Accounting (Ohio)............................................................ 197

COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY ................................................. 201Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology ........................................................ 201Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Information Technology (Maryland-Online) ................................. 203Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology (Minnesota) .................................... 205Bachelor of Science in Information Technology .......................................................................... 207

COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS ...................................................................................... 213School of Health Services Administration ...................................................................................... 213

The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration....................................................................... 213The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (Maryland-Online)......................................... 216The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (Certificate Track) (Maryland-Online) ........... 219

School of Nursing ........................................................................................................................... 223Accreditation- School of Nursing Programs................................................................................. 223International Nursing Honor Society ............................................................................................ 223Academic Progression Requirements for all Current Nursing Programs (excluding BSN/I)........ 223Bachelor of Science in Nursing.................................................................................................... 225Bachelor of Science in Nursing/International ............................................................................... 228Bachelor of Science in Nursing Partner....................................................................................... 231Bachelor of Science in Nursing Partner (California) .................................................................... 233

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (Online) ............................................................................................ 237Admission Requirements for University of Phoenix..................................................................... 237Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education............................................................ 238Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education (New Mexico) ..................................... 244

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Bachelor of Science Education/Elementary Education (Colorado).............................................. 248Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education (Hawaii) .............................................. 252Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education (Nevada) ............................................ 257Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education (Utah) ................................................. 261Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies (California)...................................................................... 265Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education (Education Pathway Partnership) ...... 270Bachelor of Science in Education/Early Childhood Education..................................................... 273Bachelor of Science in Education/Educational Studies ............................................................... 277Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education (Florida).............................................. 278

GRADUATE PROGRAMS........................................................................................................................ 285Admission Procedures ................................................................................................................. 285Graduate Admission Requirements ............................................................................................. 286

COLLEGE OF SECURITY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE................................................................... 289Master of Science/Administration of Justice and Security ........................................................... 289Master of Public Administration ................................................................................................... 290

COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES............................................................................................... 293Master of Science in Counseling Clinical Mental Health Counseling........................................... 293Master of Science in Counseling Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Utah)................................ 295Master of Science in Counseling Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Nevada)........................... 298Master of Science in Psychology ................................................................................................. 300Master of Science in Psychology Concentration in Industrial-Organizational Psychology .......... 301

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ............................................................................................................... 305Master of Business Administration............................................................................................... 305Master of Business Administration (Certificate Track) ................................................................. 308Master of Management ................................................................................................................ 312Master of Science in Accountancy............................................................................................... 313

COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY ................................................. 317 Master of Information Systems ................................................................................................... 317

COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS ...................................................................................... 319School of Health Services Administration ...................................................................................... 319

Master of Health Administration................................................................................................... 319Master of Health Administration Concentration in Education....................................................... 321Master of Health Administration Concentration in Gerontology ................................................... 323Master of Health Administration Concentration in Informatics ..................................................... 325Master of Health Administration Concentration in Sustainability Management ........................... 327Dual Degree in Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration .................. 329Dual Degree in Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration/Concentration in Gerontology ...................................................................................................... 331Dual Degree in Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration/Concentration in Gerontology (Certificate Track)......................................................................... 333Dual Degree in Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration/Concentration in Informatics ........................................................................................................ 335Dual Degree in Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration/Concentration in Informatics (Certificate Track)........................................................................... 337Dual Degree in Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration/Concentration in Sustainability Management............................................................................... 339Dual Degree in Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration/

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Concentration in Sustainability Management (Certificate Track)................................................. 341Dual Degree in Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration/Concentration in Human Resource Management........................................................................ 344Dual Degree in Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration/Concentration in Human Resource Management (Certificate Track) .......................................... 346Dual Degree in Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration/Concentration in Project Management ........................................................................................ 348Dual Degree in Master of Health Administration/Master of Business Administration/Concentration in Project Management (Certificate Track) ........................................................... 350

School of Nursing ........................................................................................................................... 352Accreditation- School of Nursing Programs................................................................................. 353International Nursing Honor Society ............................................................................................ 353Academic Progression Requirements for all Current Nursing Programs (excluding BSN/I)........ 353Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Administration ......................................... 354Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Administration Bridge.............................. 357Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Administration-International .................... 360Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Education ................................................ 362Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Education Bridge..................................... 365Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Education-International ........................... 368Dual Degree in Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Health Administration.................... 370Dual Degree in Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Health Administration Concentration in Gerontology ...................................................................................................... 373Dual Degree in Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Health Administration Concentration in Informatics ........................................................................................................ 375Dual Degree in Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Health Administration Concentration in Sustainability Management .............................................................................. 378

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (Online) ............................................................................................ 381Admission Requirements............................................................................................................. 381Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision ....................................................... 382Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (Colorado) ..................................... 385Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (New Mexico) ................................ 387Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (Nevada) ....................................... 389Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (Utah) ............................................ 392Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (California) .................................... 394Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (Texas) .......................................... 396Master of Arts in Education/Adult Education and Training .......................................................... 399Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education ....................................................... 400Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education ........................................................ 404Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (Colorado) ..................................... 408Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (Colorado) ...................................... 411Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (New Mexico) ................................ 414Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (New Mexico) ................................. 417Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (Hawaii) ......................................... 420Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (Hawaii) .......................................... 423Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (California)..................................... 427Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education Middle Level Generalist (Texas)....................... 431Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education Middle Level Mathematics (Texas)................... 434Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education Middle Level Science (Texas) .......................... 437

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Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education Secondary Mathematics (Texas)...................... 439Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education Secondary Science (Texas) ............................. 442Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (California)...................................... 445Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (Utah) ............................................ 449Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (Utah) ............................................. 453Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (Nevada)........................................ 457Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (Nevada)......................................... 460 Master of Arts in Education/Special Education (Hawaii) ............................................................. 463Master of Arts in Education/Special Education (New Mexico) ..................................................... 466Master of Arts in Education/Special Education (Colorado) .......................................................... 470Master of Arts in Education/Special Education (Utah) ................................................................. 473Master of Arts in Education/Special Education (Nevada) ............................................................ 476Master of Arts in Education/Special Education-Cross Categorical (Texas) ................................. 479Master of Arts in Education/Special Education ............................................................................ 482Master of Arts in Education/Educational Studies ......................................................................... 486Master of Arts in Education/Curriculum and Instruction............................................................... 487Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (Florida)......................................... 488Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (Florida) ......................................... 490Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (Florida) .......................................... 493

SCHOOL OF ADVANCED STUDIES............................................................................................. 499Admission Requirements ............................................................................................................. 499Educational Specialist.................................................................................................................. 500Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership/Higher Education Administration....................... 502Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership.................................................................. 505Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership with a Specialization in Information Systems and Technology............................................................................................................. 507Doctor of Business Administration ............................................................................................... 510Doctor of Health Administration ................................................................................................... 513Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership ........................................................................... 516Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership/Curriculum and Instruction ................................ 518Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership/Educational Technology.................................... 521

PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................ 525CREDIT-BEARING CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS .......................................................................... 525

Admission Requirements ............................................................................................................. 525CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL OF BUSINESS - UNDERGRADUATE.................... 527

Hospitality Management Certificate (Undergraduate).................................................................. 527Retial Fundamentals Certificate (Undergraduate) ....................................................................... 528Hospitality Fundamentals Certificate (Undergraduate) ................................................................ 529 Sales Management Certificate (Undergraduate) ........................................................................ 531Supply Chain Management Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................................. 532Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship Certificate (Undergraduate) ...................... 533Operations Management Certificate (Undergraduate)................................................................. 534Marketing Certificate (Undergraduate)......................................................................................... 535Human Resource Management Certificate (Undergraduate) ...................................................... 537General Management Certificate (Undergraduate)...................................................................... 538Project Management Certificate (Undergraduate) ....................................................................... 539Business Administration Certificate (Undergraduate) .................................................................. 540

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Bookkeeping Fundamentals Certificate (Undergraduate)............................................................ 541Digital Marketing Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................................................. 543Financial Planning Certificate (Undergraduate)........................................................................... 544

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL OF BUSINESS - GRADUATE................................. 545Graduate Human Resource Management Certificate.................................................................. 545Graduate Accounting Certificate.................................................................................................. 546Graduate Marketing Certificate.................................................................................................... 548Graduate CPA Bridge Certificate................................................................................................. 549Graduate Project Management Certificate .................................................................................. 550

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SCIENCES.............. 551Environmental Sustainability Certificate ...................................................................................... 551Cultural Studies and Communications Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................ 552Leadership Communication in Organizations Certificate (Undergraduate) ................................. 553Marketing and Sales Communication Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................. 554Journalism Certificate (Undergraduate)....................................................................................... 555

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES ............................... 556Human Services Management Certificate ................................................................................... 556Gerontology Certificate ................................................................................................................ 558Family and Child Services Certificate .......................................................................................... 559Addictions Certificate ................................................................................................................... 561

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE SCHOOL OF HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION. 562Long Term Care Certificate Program........................................................................................... 562Nursing/Health Care Education Certificate Program ................................................................... 564Graduate Health Care Sustainability Management Certificate .................................................... 565Graduate Health Care Informatics Certificate.............................................................................. 566Gerontology Health Care Certificate Program ............................................................................. 567Health Management Certificate Program .................................................................................... 568Health and Wellness Administration Foundations Certificate (Undergraduate)........................... 569Electronic Health Records Fundamentals Certificate (Undergraduate) ....................................... 570Medical Records Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................................................. 572Emergency Management Certificate Program............................................................................. 573

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE SCHOOL OF NURSING ................................................. 575Academic Progression Requirements for all Current Nursing Programs (excluding BSN/I)........ 575Post Master's Certificate in Nurse Administration........................................................................ 576Post Master's Certificate in Nurse Administration International ................................................... 577Post Master's Certificate in Nurse Education............................................................................... 579Post Master's Certificate in Nurse Education International.......................................................... 580

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION........................................... 582Alternative Pathway/Elementary Education (Hawaii)................................................................... 582Alternative Pathway/Secondary Education (Hawaii).................................................................... 583Alternative Pathway/Special Education (Hawaii) ......................................................................... 585Alternative Pathway/Elementary Education (Florida) .................................................................. 587Alternative Pathway/Secondary Education (Florida) ................................................................... 589Administration and Supervision Certificate Program (California)................................................. 591Principal Licensure Certificate Program (Utah) ........................................................................... 593Principal Licensure Certificate Program (Colorado) .................................................................... 594Certificate in Special Education (Nevada) ................................................................................... 596Certificate in Special Education (Colorado) ................................................................................. 598

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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY...................................................................................................................... 600

Storage Management Certificate (Undergraduate)...................................................................... 600Advanced Cyber Security Certificate (Undergraduate)................................................................ 601Advanced Software Developer Certificate (Undergraduate)........................................................ 602Programming Certificate (Undergraduate)................................................................................... 604Advanced Networking Certificate (Undergraduate) ..................................................................... 605Advanced Multimedia Development Certificate (Undergraduate)................................................ 606Database Administration Certificate (Undergraduate) ................................................................. 608Information Assurance and Security Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................... 609Multimedia Development Certificate (Undergraduate)................................................................. 610Cisco Networking Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................................................ 611Desktop Support Certificate (Undergraduate).............................................................................. 612Network Support Certificate (Undergraduate).............................................................................. 613Web Administration Certificate (Undergraduate) ......................................................................... 614A+ Fundamentals Certificate........................................................................................................ 616Health Care Information Technology Certificate (Undergraduate)............................................... 616Network+ Technologies Certificate .............................................................................................. 617Cisco Networking Fundamentals ................................................................................................. 618Graduate Cyber Security Certificate ............................................................................................ 619Graduate Business Analytics Certificate...................................................................................... 620Graduate Information Systems Management Certificate ............................................................. 621

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE COLLEGE OF SECURITY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE ... 622Enterprise Security Administration Certificate (Undergraduate) .................................................. 622Physical Security Operations Certificate (Undergraduate) .......................................................... 623Criminal Justice Management Certificate (Undergraduate) ......................................................... 625Critical Incident Response Certificate (Undergraduate)............................................................... 626Asset Protection/Loss Prevention Certificate (Undergraduate) ................................................... 627Cybercrimes Certificate (Undergraduate) .................................................................................... 628Human Services and the Criminal Justice System Certificate (Undergraduate).......................... 629Criminal Justice Security Certificate (Undergraduate) ................................................................. 631Certificate Awards........................................................................................................................ 632Accreditation and Affiliations........................................................................................................ 632

NONCREDIT-BEARING PROGRAMS........................................................................................... 632

TUITION AND FEES................................................................................................................................. 635UNDERGRADUATE (Online) ......................................................................................................... 635GRADUATE (Online)...................................................................................................................... 638

FACILITIES............................................................................................................................................... A-1

UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION............................................................................................................. A-5University of Phoenix Board of Trustees ......................................................................................... A-5University of Phoenix Senior Administration ................................................................................... A-5Enrollment Services Administration................................................................................................. A-5Operational Services ....................................................................................................................... A-6Campus Administration ................................................................................................................... A-6

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FACULTY .................................................................................................................................................. A-9COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SCIENCES .............................................................................. A-9

Executive Dean............................................................................................................................. A-9Academic Dean ............................................................................................................................ A-9Associate Dean............................................................................................................................. A-9Assistant Dean.............................................................................................................................. A-9Campus College Chairs................................................................................................................ A-9Campus Area Chairs .................................................................................................................... A-9

COLLEGE OF SECURITY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE ................................................................... A-9Executive Dean............................................................................................................................. A-9Associate Dean............................................................................................................................. A-9Assistant Dean.............................................................................................................................. A-9Campus College Chairs................................................................................................................ A-9Program Managers ....................................................................................................................... A-9Campus Area Chairs .................................................................................................................... A-9

COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES................................................................................................ A-9Executive Dean............................................................................................................................. A-9Assistant Dean.............................................................................................................................. A-9Campus College Chairs................................................................................................................ A-9Program Managers ....................................................................................................................... A-9Campus Area Chairs .................................................................................................................. A-10

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS.............................................................................................................. A-10Executive Dean........................................................................................................................... A-10Assistant Dean............................................................................................................................ A-10Campus College Chairs.............................................................................................................. A-10Campus Area Chairs .................................................................................................................. A-10

COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY ................................................ A-10Executive Dean........................................................................................................................... A-10Campus College Chairs.............................................................................................................. A-10Program Managers ..................................................................................................................... A-10Campus Area Chairs .................................................................................................................. A-10

COLLEGE OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS ..................................................................................... A-10Executive Dean........................................................................................................................... A-10Academic Dean .......................................................................................................................... A-10Assistant Dean............................................................................................................................ A-10Campus College Chairs.............................................................................................................. A-10Campus Area Chairs .................................................................................................................. A-11

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION ......................................................................................................... A-11Associate Dean........................................................................................................................... A-11Assistant Dean............................................................................................................................ A-11Campus College Chairs.............................................................................................................. A-11Program Managers ..................................................................................................................... A-11 Campus Area Chairs ................................................................................................................. A-11

SCHOOL OF ADVANCED STUDIES............................................................................................ A-11Executive Dean........................................................................................................................... A-11Associate Dean........................................................................................................................... A-11Assistant Dean............................................................................................................................ A-11Campus College Chairs.............................................................................................................. A-11Campus Area Chairs .................................................................................................................. A-11

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COURSE GUIDE- COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ......................................................................................... B-1

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Beginnings -- A Brief HistoryIn 1976, the leading edge of the Baby Boom generation was just turning 30. That same year saw the introduction of the first per-sonal computer, the Apple I -- an event that signaled the birth of a new economic system in which intellectual capital would eventu-ally supplant industrial might as the dominant economic force. These milestones marked the beginning of a sea of change in higher education, though many (perhaps even most) within that system did not recognize it at the time. Considered together, these phenomena suggested that the jobs that would make up the workforce of the future were only just begin-ning to be created or imagined. In order to fill those jobs, the bulk of the new workforce would require higher-level knowledge and skills than those needed in a manufacturing economy. At the same time, the largest-ever age cohort of the population, adult learners, would be going through the stages of life during which they would be most affected by the coming economic dislocation and would need advanced education to adapt to these changes. It was in this historical context in 1976 that Dr. John Sperling, a Cambridge-educated economist and professor-turned-entrepre-neur, founded University of Phoenix. Sperling anticipated the con-fluence of technological, economic, and demographic forces that would in a very short time herald the return of ever larger numbers of adult learners to formal higher education.In the early 1970s, at San Jose State University in San Jose, Califor-nia, Sperling and several associates conducted field-based research in adult education. The focus of the research was to explore teach-ing/learning systems for the delivery of educational programs and services to adult learners who wished to complete or further their education in ways that complemented both their experience and current professional responsibilities. At that time colleges and uni-versities were organized primarily around serving the needs of the 18-22 year-old undergraduate student. That is not all that surpris-ing, given that the large majority of those enrolled were residential students of traditional college age, just out of high school. Accord-ing to Sperling adult learners were invisible on the traditional cam-pus and were treated as second-class citizens. Other than holding classes at night (and many universities did not even do this), no efforts were made to accommodate their needs. No university offices or bookstores were open at night. Students had to leave work during the day to enroll, register for classes, buy books or consult with their instructors and advisors. Classes were held two or three nights per week and parking was at the periph-ery of a large campus. The consequence, according to Dr. Sperling was that most adult learners were unable to finish a four-year pro-gram in less than eight years, or a two-year program in less than four years (Tucker, 1996, p. 5). Sperling's research convinced him not only that these underserved learners were interested in furthering their educational goals, but also that this group differed from their more traditional counter-parts in significant ways. He saw a growing need for institutions that were sensitive to and designed around the learning character-istics and life situations of a different kind of learner population. He suggested ways for institutions to pioneer new approaches to curricular and program design, teaching methods, and student ser-vices. These beliefs eventually resulted in the creation of University of Phoenix, and they continue to this day to inspire the University's mission, purpose, and strategies. As an institution, University of

Phoenix is unique in its single-minded commitment to the educa-tional needs of non-traditional students, who in fact today make up the majority (73 percent) of all college enrollees. This focus informs the University's teaching and learning model approach to designing and providing student services, and academic and administrative structure. It also guides the institution as it plans and prepares to meet the needs of the next generation of learners.Over the last three and a half decades, the University of Phoenix has been cause-driven working to build an institution with the agility to address directly the shifting economic and academic chal-lenges that many students face. Dr. Sperling's predictions concern-ing the innovations higher education would be required to make have come to pass. Today roughly 45 percent of all college students work at least part-time and approximately one quarter of all stu-dents have dependent children. The educational tenets set forth by Dr. Sperling in 1976 now apply to the majority of college students in the United States. The University's growth has been fueled by constant innovation, and ongoing efforts to improve the learning experience through advanced technology. The University has grown from a degree-completion institution serving an audience of mostly middle man-agers wishing to complete their education and excel in the work-place, to a comprehensive university serving students of all ages from the associate through the doctoral degree levels.

...........................................................................................Official School Colors

University of Phoenix Official School Colors are University of Phoenix Red and University of Phoenix Platinum.These are custom colors and proprietary to the University.

...........................................................................................Ownership Information

University of Phoenix, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Apollo Education Group, Inc. (the “Parent”). The Parent’s voting stock (Class B Common Stock) is 100 percent held by management. The Parent has one class of non-voting stock (Class A Common Stock) which is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Stock Exchange under the symbol “APOL”. The Parent files quarterly and annual finan-cial statements with the Securities and Exchange Commission and these are available to the general public. The University’s central administration offices are located in Phoenix, Arizona.

...........................................................................................Our Mission Statement

University of Phoenix provides access to higher education oppor-tunities that enable students to develop knowledge and skills nec-essary to achieve their professional goals, improve the performance of their organizations, and provide leadership and service to their communities.

...........................................................................................Our Purpose

• To facilitate cognitive and affective student learning-knowledge, skills, and values- and to promote use of that knowledge in the student's workplace.

• To develop competence in communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and information utilization, together with a commitment to lifelong learning for enhancement of students' opportunities for career success.

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• To provide instruction that bridges the gap between theory and practice through faculty members who bring to their classroom not only advanced academic preparation, but also the skills that come from the current practice of their professions.

• To provide General Education and foundational instruction and services that prepare students to engage in a variety of university curricula.

• To use technology to create effective modes and means of instruction that expand access to learning resources and that enhance collaboration and communication for improved student learning.

• To assess student learning and use assessment data to improve the teaching/learning system, curriculum, instruction, learning resources, counseling, and student services.

• To be organized as a private institution in order to foster a spirit of innovation that focuses on providing academic quality, service, excellence, and convenience to the working student.

...........................................................................................Accreditation and Affiliations

Regional AccreditationUniversity of Phoenix is accredited by The Higher Learning Com-mission (http://hlcommission.org).

The Higher Learning Commission230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500,

Chicago, Illinois 60604-1413Phone: 800.621.7440 | 312.263.0456 | Fax: 312.263.7462

http://hlcommission.org

Program AccreditationSchool of Business and Business ProgramsUniversity of Phoenix is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) to offer business degrees in Associate of Arts/Concentration in Business Founda-tions, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Accounting Foundations, Bachelor of Science in Business, Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Master of Business Administration, Master of Management, Master of Science in Accountancy, Doctor of Business Administration, and Doctor of Management.

Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP)11520 W. 119th Street

Overland Park, KS 66213(913) 339-9356

http://www.acbsp.org

School of Nursing ProgramsThe Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nurs-ing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

CCNEOne Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530

Washington, DC 20036(202) 887-6791

http://www.aacn.nche.edu/accreditation/

College of Education and Education ProgramsThe College of Education has approval for education programs through the following state agencies:• Arizona Department of Education• California Commission on Teacher Credentialing• Colorado Department of Education• Florida Department of Education• Hawaii Teacher Standards Board• Indiana Department of Education• Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education• New Mexico Public Education Department• Nevada Department of Education• Texas Education Agency• Utah State Office of EducationPrograms vary by state. Not all programs are approved in all states.The University also maintains voluntary memberships with numerous educational organizations, including the American Council on Education, the Association of American Colleges, the American Association for Adult and Continuing Education, the American Association for Higher Education, National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration, the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning, the College and University Per-sonnel Association, the Pacific Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, the Independent Colleges and Universities of Arizona, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing, National League for Nursing, the National Board for Cer-tified Counselors, the National Association for Foreign Student Admissions, Association of International Educators, the National Association of Veterans Program Administrators, the Service Mem-bers Opportunity College, and Defense Activity for Non–Tradi-tional Support. Additionally, the University maintains memberships in various professional, program specific organiza-tions.

...........................................................................................Academic Programs

Undergraduate and graduate programs at University of Phoenix are offered in business and management, nursing and health sci-ences, education, criminal justice, social sciences, natural sciences, humanities, and information technology. Undergraduate students are required to complete general education requirements that are distributed across traditional liberal arts categories and interdisci-plinary components. General Education requirements are described in greater detail in the Undergraduate Programs section of the catalog. Not all programs are offered at all campuses. Spe-cific programs offered are listed later in this catalog.

...........................................................................................Enrollment and Student Profile

As of the second quarter ending February 28, 2014, University of Phoenix had an enrollment of 250,300 students and had expanded to in excess of 190 campuses and learning centers in 40 U.S. States as well as locations in the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Additionally, University of Phoenix offers degree programs glob-ally through its online delivery system.According to students responding to a registration survey during fiscal year 2013, the average student is in his or her mid-thirties. Gender of entering students is approximately 66 percent female and 34 percent male. Approximately 48 percent of entering stu-dents reporting belonged to an ethnic minority.

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