Table of Contents

History ..................................................................... 2

Legal Structure ....................................................... 3

Mission Statement.................................................. 4

Administration & Faculty ....................................... 4

Admissions ............................................................. 5

Advanced Standing .............................................. 6

Financial Aid .......................................................6-9

Tuition .................................................................... 10

Refund Policy ..................................................11-13

Calendar .............................................................. 16

School Policies ................................................14-21

Graduate Services............................................... 22

Distance Learning Programs .............................. 23

Course Descriptions .......................................24-26

LETTER FROM THE

PRESIDENT

“Making the choice to

improve the quality of

your life is the first big

step. Choosing Newport

Business Institute is your

next step. We have been a

leader in business education

for over 100 years. Our

programs are designed

to meet the current job

requirements of employers.

At Newport Business

Institute, we provide a

high-quality education

and hands-on experience.

Newport Business Institute

provides you with the

training and skills that are

required for lifelong career

success.”

J. Bryant MullenPresident

oe.wpt. 09.13

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Newport Business Institute

Williamsport Campus

Newport Business Institute (formerly Williamsport School of

Commerce) was founded in 1955 by Raymond A. Cornelius

and Sara E. Cornelius and continued under their leadership

until September 1976. The school was purchased and formed

into Williamsport School of Commerce, Inc., under the laws of

Pennsylvania. The school is administered by J. Bryant Mullen

and Michelle L. Mullen. Neither subsidized nor endowed, the

institution is entirely dependent for its continuous success upon

the quality of its training as evidenced by the achievement of

its graduates

.

In June of 1982, The Williamsport School of Commerce purchased

the former Clay Elementary School from Williamsport Area School

District. Built in 1963, this beautiful brick building has six spacious

classrooms for instructional use. In January 1996 the name was

changed to Newport Business Institute, Inc. Although located in

a residential area, it is still not far from the business district.

Shortly after the building was purchased, air conditioning

was added to allow the students to study in a comfortable

environment during the warm, summer months.

Newport Business Institute continues to make every effort to

beautify the campus. The purchase of adjacent property will

allow for future expansion should the need arise.

MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS

Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges & Schools (ACICS)

New Kensington Area Chamber of Commerce

Strongland Chamber of Commerce

National Business Education Association

Western Pennsylvania Higher Education Council

Westmoreland School Counselors Association

Allegheny County Counselors Association

Allegheny Valley Chamber of Commerce

Alle-Kiski Valley Council for Human Services

Pennsylvania Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators

Pennsylvania Association of Private School Administrators

Alpha Beta Kappa

National Center for Certification Testing

Faculty Development Resource Association

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A Distinctive School of Business...LICENSED...by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Education, State Board of Private Licensed Schools.

ACCREDITED...by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools to award the Associate in Specialized Business Degree, Diplomas, and Certificates in various business-related subjects. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is listed as a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education. Its accreditation of degree granting institutions is also recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools is located at 750 First Street, NE, Suite 980, Washington, DC 20002-4241, phone: 202-336-6780.

AUTHORIZED...by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to grant the Associate in Specialized Business Degree for the completion of specified two-year programs.

APPROVED...for Veterans Training, War Orphans Educational Assistance, Rehabilitation Training, Workforce Investment Act (WIA), Bureau of Indian Affairs.

MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS

International Business Education Association

American Society of Clinical Pathologists (Medical Technology)

Business and Professional Women’s Club

National Association of Allied Health Professionals

National Healthcare Association

National Allied Health Test Registry

Career College Association

Pennsylvania Association for Adults Continuing Education

American Society of Information Science

Armstrong County Business Association

Pennsylvania Association for Two-Year Colleges

Network of Colleges and Universities Committee for the Elimination of Drug & Alcohol Abuse

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Board of DirectorsJ. Bryant Mullen ............................................... President/Treasurer

Michelle L. Mullen .................................. Vice President/Secretary

AdministratorsJanie Gatty ......................................................................... Director

Sue Crago ............................................... Director of Financial Aid

Theresa Risso ....................................... Admissions Representative

Stephanie Landman ....................................... Student Concierge

Graduate Services Coordinator

Bill Landman ..............Network/Technical Support Administrator

Faculty

Marjorie Adams, LPN

BA – Elementary Education

Medical

Mara Barreiro

BA – English

English, Psychology of Success

Angela Crescenzo

AAS – Criminal Justice

BS – Criminology

Paramedic

Medical, English, Law

S. Courtney Dunlap

B.S.Ed – Special Education

English

Deborah Gibb

Master’s Degree –

Business Administration

Management Specialization

Computers

Mission Statement

Maintain effective communication between students, faculty, and staff.

NBI is a coeducational institution that offers career-oriented programs to provide all students a quality education in an online environment. Newport Business Institute prepares students to meet their employment goals and to advance in their careers.

Objectives:

Prepare all students to meet the current needs of employers.

Support continuing education and training for faculty in order to keep up with changing technology by using a faculty professional development plan.

Provide best customer service possible through direct contact with students as needed.

Encourage all students to participate in lifelong learning through instruction and example.

Improve student communication and problem solving skills through written assignments and discussion forums.

Develop student computer proficiency and expertise by updating the technology curriculum on a regular basis.

Helen Hustead M.Ed. Math and Computer Science Computers

Melissa Iaquinta, RN BS – Nursing Medical

Kimberly Klazon BS – Business Administration Computers, Accounting

Nanette Lamb MBA - Management Computers

Jeanette Matthews M.Ed. – Adult Education Computers

Kathleen McGrath B.A. Education History, English

Malcolm Richard Juris Doctorate Law

Marcey Richard B.A. Criminal Justice Administration Keyboarding, Law, OfficeProcedures

Christine Shay-Downer, RN, CCTC BS - Nursing Medical

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Admission RequirementsA high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required for admission to all programs if the student desires to graduate and receive an Associate in Specialized Business Degree. A demonstrated readiness for the program selected must be shown, although no previous instruction in business subjects is required.

A home-schooled applicant must provide proof of graduation from an organization governed by the State Board of Education, such as Pennsylvania Homeschoolers Accreditation Agency. If the organization is not governed by the State Board of Education, the applicant must present a General Equivalency Diploma (GED).

Associate in Specialized Business Degrees are awarded for the specified two year program, Secretarial Science/Medical Option.

Enrollments for the Associate in Specialized Business Degree Program are accepted every six weeks for the distance learning program, according to the school calendar.

Acceptance into a particular program for a particular module is dependent upon a minimum enrollment in that program.

How to ApplyThe Application form for Admission must be completed and returned to the Admissions Department. The applicant should request that an official transcript of grades be submitted directly from the high school in which the applicant graduated or will graduate.

When all necessary records have been reviewed by the Admissions Department and Distance Learning Director, the student will be notified promptly of the group’s decision. Tentative acceptance is granted to high school seniors pending successful completion of high school.

Nondiscrimination PolicyThe school has a policy of nondiscrimination regarding students onthe basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, and religion in the administration of its admission policies, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other schooladministered programs, and also maintains a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of handicap in regard to admission or employment, and access to programs or activities. In addition, the school does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs, activities or employment policies required by the Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments.

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Except for reasons prohibited by applicable discrimination laws, students may be excluded from or dismissed from the school at any time for reasons considered appropriate by the school.

The following may be considered appropriate reasons fortermination:

1. Failure to make academic progression or to meet the special skill requirements.

2. Proven case of dishonesty. 3. Excessive absenteeism. 4. Failure to pay school charges. 5. Improper student conduct.

Students terminated for the above reasons will receive an “F” grade for the courses scheduled. The “F” grade will be included on all transcripts.

Advanced StandingStudents who transfer to Newport Business Institute may have previous courses taken elsewhere applied to their new program of study. The transcript must, of course, be approved by the Distance Learning Director. These transcripts should be submitted 30 days prior to the beginning of the module. The maximum amount of credits the institution will allow is 45.

Transferability of CreditsOther institutions may transfer courses on a credit-by-credit evaluation. The student transferring credits will be requested to provide school transcripts, a course catalog from the institution, course descriptions and if necessary the course syllabus and outlines.

Financing Your EducationThe Assistant to Financial Aid is available to work with families on an individual basis to help them determine how they can best utilize their own resources and other funds to meet educational expenses. Payment for the student’s education is a major concern for any family. In order to assist your educational expenses, Newport offers several types of financial assistance. Scholarships, grants, and student loans are available for qualified students.

The Assistant to

Financial Aid is

available to work

with families on

an individual

basis to help them

determine how

they can best

utilize their own

resources and

other funds to

meet educational

expenses.

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VerificationVerification is the process used to check the accuracy of the information that a student gives when applying for Federal Student Aid. Newport verifies all selected applicants (with the exception of the PLUS and Unsubsidized programs). The selected applicant and spouse must submit, at the minimum, U.S. Tax Return(s) if filed and a verification worksheet. The dependent student must also submit the parent’s tax return(s).

Policies and Procedures for Verification • All selected applicants will be verified. • Selected applicants must submit required verification before

start of next module. • If the student fails to provide the required documentation

within the established timeframe, then the student will be treated as a cash-paying student until the documents are provided.

• If the student does not meet the deadlines and is not capable of making a cash payment at the end of the deadline, he/she will be dismissed from the school. The student may re-enter the school only when he/she can provide the documentation.

• The Financial Aid office reserves the right to make exceptions to the above-stated policies due to extenuating circumstances, on a case-by-case basis.

• Students will be given a clear explanation of the documentation needed to satisfy the verification requirements and the process for document submission.

• The school will inform students in a timely manner of the consequences of failing to complete the verification requirements and the actions the school will take if the student does not submit the requested documentation within the time period specified by the school.

• Students will be informed of their responsibilities regarding the verification of application information, including the school’s deadline for completion of any actions required.

• Students will be notified by mail or in person if the results of verification change the student’s scheduled award.

• The school will assist the student in correcting erroneous information.

• Any suspected case of fraud will be reported to the Regional Office of the Inspector General, or, if more appropriate, to the state or local law enforcement agency having jurisdiction to investigate the matter. Referrals to local or state agencies will be reported on an annual basis to the Inspector General.

Students will

be given a clear

explanation of the

documentation

needed to satisfy

the verification

requirements.

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Federal Aid ProgramsThere are many ways to get financial help. Once you have decided upon a Newport Business Institute education, we can assist you in obtaining the various aids to pay for your education and are anxious to serve in this regard.

WILLIAM D. FORD FEDERAL DIRECT LOAN (Direct Loan program) -SUBSIDIZED/UNSUBSIDIZED - This low interest loan of up to $3,500 for the first academic year and up to $4,500 for the second academic year is available to qualified students enrolled in eligible programs. Repayment may be deferred until six months after graduation and spread over a period as long as ten years. Complete information is available from the Financial Aid office or lending institution.

FEDERAL UNSUBSIDIZED - Up to $6,000 per year is available to independent students enrolled in eligible programs, and up to $2,000 is available to dependent students.

FEDERAL PLUS PROGRAM - Parents of dependent undergraduate students may borrow under this program if eligible. More information can be obtained from the Financial Aid office or lending institution.

PELL GRANT PROGRAMThis is a Federal program, which provides funds to eligible students after high school. These are not available to students who have earned baccalaureate degrees.

STUDENT ASSISTANCE LOANS FROM OTHER STATESSimilar to PHEAA Loans, these loans are available to qualified out-of-state students through their home states’ higher education agencies.

We can assist

you in obtaining

the various aids

to pay for your

education and are

anxious to serve

in this regard!

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Federal Assistance ProgramsNewport Business Institute is approved for training students under the following programs:

G. I. BILLVeterans eligible for education and training under Title 38 of the United States Code are entitled to a legislatively set monthly allowance from the Veterans Administration while attending the school in an approved program of study.

WAR ORPHANS EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCEThis program provides financial aid for the education of sons and daughters of veterans who died during, or as a result of, active service. Benefits are similar to those of the G. I. Bill. Dependents of disabled or deceased veterans may also be eligible for this program.

VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION FOR VETERANSVeterans disabled during wartime and under certain peace-time service may be eligible for educational benefits and training.

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TuitionAs of September 1, 2013, the charge for the regular courses of four or five classes is $4,025. All tuition is payable at the beginning of every other module. At that time, the student should have made a tuition payment or have completed financial arrangements. Students scheduled for fewer than four classes will be charged $975 per class. The school reserves the right to change tuition and fees as conditions may require.

The total tuition for the 90 credit hour program is $24,150.00

There are charges which should be pointed out for completed understanding of the total cost of a Newport Business Institute Education. These include the following:

Application Fee (Due with Application) ............................ $25.00For 4 or 5 classes

Tuition per Two (2) Modules .............................................. 4,025.00For 4 or 5 classes

Total Tuition ...................................................................... 24,150.00For 90 credit hour program

Graduation Fee...................................................................... 50.00

Laptop Fee ........................................................................... 350.00Payable every two modules exceptpracticum module.

Tuition does not include books and supplies. An average cost of books and supplies is $360-$400 per (2) six week module. There is no refund on any used books or supplies.

All tuition is payable at the beginning of every other module and at that time, the student should have made a tuition payment or have completed financial arrangements.

Within five weeks after graduation, termination, or withdrawal from Newport Business Institute, the student’s unpaid balance must be paid or payment arrangements must be agreed upon or it will be turned over to a collection agency.

The school reserves the right to change tuition and fees as conditions may require. All tuition changes will be announced in writing 60 days prior to the effective change. Should such a change occur, a new enrollment agreement will be created.

“Learn as much

as you can at

Newport, because

you will use it in

the job market.”

Christopher WatkinsBusiness Administration / MicrocomputersECM TransportDispatch Load Finder

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Delinquent AccountsStudents will not be given an Associate in Specialized Business Degree or a transcript of records, including grades, until school indebtedness has been fully paid. If a student’s account remains delinquent 30 days after graduation, his/her account may be submitted to collection.

RefundsThe refund of school charges for students attending Newport Business Institute is as follows:If any student withdrawing has received a Federal Stafford Loan and the loan has been negotiated by the school and the student, any refund due to the student must be returned to the lender as a payment on the student’s loan. If the student is attending Newport Business Institute for the first two modules, the student must be enrolled 30 days before the school can negotiate the loan check. If the student withdraws within those 30 days, the loan check will be returned to the lender and the entire loan will be cancelled.

For students withdrawing from school, after classes begin, the refund of tuition charges only for every two modules will be as follows according to the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed School Regulations:

FIRST WEEK: For a student terminating after submission of the first completed lesson but within the first week of the 6 week module, the school shall refund 90% of the tuition of the module.

SECOND WEEK: For a student terminating after completing the first week but within the second week (25% of the module,) the school shall refund 75% of the tuition for the module.

THIRD WEEK: For a student terminating after completing the second week but with the 3rd week of the module (50% of the module), the school shall refund 50% of the tuition for the module.

After 50 percent: For a student terminating after completing the 3rd week of the module 50% of the module,) no tuition will be refunded for the module.

All refunds of prepaid tuition shall be made by the school within thirty days of termination of student attendance. The termination date for refund computation purposes is the last date of recorded attendance.There is no refund of books, fees or supply charges to students who fall under the Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed School Regulations.Veterans who withdraw prior to the completion of their courses are calculated on a pro rata basis.[38 USC, 1776 (c) (13)]

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Return of Title IV Funds PolicyA portion of Title IV Aid may have to be returned to the appropriate agency when a student withdraws or is terminated.

The amount of Title IV Aid to be returned will depend upon the date of the student’s last day of attendance.

Official notification of withdrawal must be in writing or orally to the Director of Distance Learning Programs.

In accordance with federal regulations, those students who receive federal financial aid and who withdraw from Newport Business Institute during the first 60 percent of the billing period will have their federal financial aid adjusted based on the percent of the period completed prior to withdrawal. Students will be entitled to retain the same percent of the federal financial aid received as a percent of the billing period completed. This percent is calculated by dividing the number of days in the billing period (less any consecutive breaks of 5 days or more) into the number of days completed prior to withdrawal or termination. There will be no adjustment to federal financial aid after the completion of at least 60 percent of the billing period.

Example:

# of days completed# of days in the billing period = % of aid earned100% - % of aid earned = % of funds to be returned

Student withdraws with a last day of recorded attendance on the 32nd day of the billing period. There are 78 days in the billing period:

3278 = 41.03 % of aid earned100% - 41.0 % = 59 % of funds to be returned

This policy applies to all federal financial aid. It includes PELL grants, Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford Loans, PLUS loans, and Academic Competiveness Grant.

Please note that students who receive a refund of financial aid for educational expenses prior to withdrawing from Newport Business Institute may owe a repayment of those funds. Students will be contacted by the Financial Aid Office in such situations and will be given procedures to follow to take care of the overpayment.

In most cases of overpayment, the student may consider the repayment of the Federal Stafford Loan as satisfactory repayment arrangements.

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Distributing Refunds & PaymentsRefund and repayment amounts must be distributed according to a specific order of priority prescribed in the law and regulations. Refunds on behalf of SFA recipients must be distributed in the following order:

1. Unsubsidized Federal Family Education Loan Program 2. Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan 3. Federal PLUS Loan 4. Federal Pell Grant 5. Academic Competiveness Grant

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AttendanceStudents are expected to log into their classes once a week and submit work. Failure to do so may result in removal from our program. Tuition charges may still apply.

The institution will maintain records of attendance. Absences must be reported to the Veterans Administration and other federal or state agencies.

Leave of AbsenceA leave of absence is granted only to students who wish to temporarily interrupt their training for personal or medical reasons. A request for a leave must be made in advance in writing. The student must obtain the form from the Registrar or Director of Distance Learning Programs. The Distance Learning Director must approve the leave. The Veterans Administration will be notified immediately when a student who is a veteran is granted a leave of absence. Taking a leave of absence may jeopardize funding from certain organizations.

Class CancellationsThe school has a minimum class size, which must be reached before a class is taught.

Dean’s ListA student is placed on the Dean’s List at the end of each two modules if he/she has a grade point average of 3.5 based on the 4.0 system. Individualized accumulation of grades is kept by the instructors and is then transferred at the completion of each two modules to the Registrar and the student’s computer record in the school’s office.

“I did not want to

go to a four-year

school. Newport

was close to home,

and I gained

experience and

knowledge to start

my career.”

Marla Wildi BurnetteSecretarial Science / ExecutiveGlarner & CO PCAdministrative Assistance

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IncompletesIncompletes caused by absence from school because of illness or some other excused reason must be made up within two weeks following the module in which they are received. Refer to the Student Handbook for Attendance Policy.

Graduation RequirementsTo qualify for graduation in the Associate in Specialized Business Degree Online Program, 90 credit hours must be attained and have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (“C” average) on a 4.0 scale.

If a student meets requirements for graduation but has not paid all tuition or other fees due, the student shall graduate but will not be entitled to a degree, transcript or other documents from the school.

DismissalA student may be dismissed for violation of conduct policy or non-payment of tuition. If a student wishes to return to school after a violation dismissal, he/she must reapply for admission. Each case will be handled on an individual basis by the Distance Learning Director and Administration.

Complaint ProceduresQuestions or concerns may be directed to the Director, the Distance Learning Director, or the President.

The school is licensed by the State Board of Private Licensed Schools. Questions or concerns that are not satisfactorily resolved by the school officials designated above or by other school officials may be brought to the attention of the State Board of Private Licensed Schools, Pennsylvania Department of Education, 333 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333, and our Accrediting Council (ACICS), 750 First Street, NE Suite 980, Washington, DC 20002-4241.

“Newport

Business Institute

is a great place to

start your career.”

Timothy E. CunninghamBusiness AdministrationComputer ProgrammingNorth Side Foods Corp.Director of Purchasing

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At Newport

Business

Institute, we help

you focus on your

future!

Newport

Graduates

Succeed!

Directory Information

Newport Business Institute may release the following directory

information without student consent: name, local and

permanent address, local and permanent telephone number,

email address, photographs, date and place of birth, dates

of attendance and degrees and honors awarded, major

fieldof study,class schedule,awards received,andprevious

educational agency or institution attended by the student.

2013-2014 School Calendar

Courses begin every six weeks for online programs. These dates

reflectthebeginningofeachmodule.

November 18, 2013

January 6, 2014

February 24, 2014

April 7, 2014

May 26, 2014

July 7, 2014

August 25, 2014

October 6, 2014

November 17, 2014

January 5, 2015

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Satisfactory Academic Progress PolicyAll degree/certificate seeking students who have completed the college admission requirements and have been granted admission to Newport Business Institute (NBI) must meet the following standards in order to establish and maintain eligibility for financial aid and scholarships. The Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) are monitored and enforced in all periods of enrollment. The Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress are evaluated and students are notified of their current SAP standing at the conclusion of each period of enrollment.

1) GPA Requirement

• Students must maintain a minimum graduation GPA of 2.00 (see “Terms and Definitions”). Please Note: Some financial aid and scholarship awards have higher GPA requirements.

2) Pace of Completion Requirement

• Students must progress toward completion of their declared degree/certificate while maintaining a minimum 67% completion rate. The completion rate is calculated by dividing the cumulative number of credit hours a student has successfully completed (see “Terms and Definitions”) by the cumulative number of credit hours a student has attempted.

3) Maximum Timeframe Requirement

• Students must be able to complete their declared degree or certificate program within 150% of the published number of credit hours required to complete the program. For example, if the published length of an Associate of Arts degree is 64 credit hours; students must be able to complete their degree within 96 attempted credit hours. The maximum timeframe calculation is performed as follows:

All NBI credit hours attempted (including repeated credits), plus (+);

All credit hours transferred* from other colleges/universities, minus (-);

The TOTAL number of credit hours used to determine current progress toward degree/certificate.

*All transfer credit hours accepted by the college are counted as both attempted and completed credits and are included in the maximum timeframe calculation (see “Appeals & Reinstatement”).

Please Note: If an SAP review makes it clear that a student cannot mathematically complete his/her declared degree/certificate program or the student cannot raise his/her graduation GPA to the minimum 2.00 within the maximum time frame, the student is placed on “Suspension” (see “Notifications”, “Appeals & Reinstatement”).

• Students who change declared degree/certificate programs prior to completion may do so, however all attempted credits in all degree programs are included in the maximum timeframe calculation (see “Appeals & Reinstatement”).

• Students who have previously completed the requirements for a degree/certificate at NBI and who wish to earn an additional degree/certificate may do so, however, all attempted credits that fill degree requirements - including elective requirements - will be counted (see “Appeals & Reinstatement”).

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Notifications

The Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress are evaluated and students are notified if their

current SAP standing does not meet the requirements.

“Warning”

• Students who have been in “Good Standing” and who have not met one or more of

the Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress will be placed on “Warning” and will

be required to meet with the Assistant Director or the Director to develop a plan for

academic success. A “Warning” does not prevent a student from receiving financial aid

and scholarships. A “Warning” is intended to alert the student to a current deficiency in

their academic progress. Continued lack of progress will ultimately lead to “Suspension”.

“Suspension”

• Students who have not met one or more of the Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress

while on “Warning” will be placed on “Suspension.” Without an approved appeal, students

who have been placed on “Suspension” are not eligible for financial aid and scholarships.

Please Note: if an SAP review makes it clear that a student cannot mathematically complete

his/her declared degree/certificate program or the student cannot raise his/her graduation

GPA to the minimum 2.0 within the maximum timeframe in any status (“Good Standing”,”

Warning”, or “Probation”), the student will be placed on “Suspension” (see “Appeals &

Reinstatement”).

• If a student does not have a grade point average of at least 2.0 at the end of the warning

period, the student shall be suspended from attending NBI for one 12 week quarter or two

six week modules.

• Students who have been placed on “Suspension” may appeal. Appeals are reviewed and

either approved or denied — submitting an appeal does not guarantee approval.

• If the appeal is not approved, the student must sit out one 12 week quarter or two six week

modules. When the student returns he/she must meet the following standards before financial

aid is reinstated:

- Cumulative Grade Point Deficiency: A student must enroll without financial aid and obtain

the minimum grade point average as required in section 1 of this policy.

- Deficient Credits Completed: A student must enroll without financial aid and complete

the adequate number of credits needed to reach the completion standards set forth in

section 2 of this policy.

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“Probation”

• Students who have been placed on “Suspension” and have successfully appealed are placed on “Probation” for one 12 week quarter or two six week modules. Students placed on “Probation” regain eligibility for financial aid and scholarships; if

o The student is able to meet ALL of the Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress by the end of one 12 week quarter or two six week modules period of enrollment;

o Students who do not adhere to the academic contract will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension. Students will lose their financial aid eligibility and no other appeals will be accepted until the min/max SAP requirements are met.

• Students who again begin meeting all of the Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress while on “Probation” will be placed in “Good Standing” at the conclusion of the period of enrollment or contract period.

• Students who do not meet all of the Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress while on “Probation” will again be placed on “Suspension.”

• If a student does not have a grade point average of at least 2.0 and a 67% completion rate at the end of the probation period, the student will be suspended from attending NBI for one 12 week quarter or two six week modules.

Appeals — Regaining Eligibility for Aid

Students who are placed on “Suspension” may appeal if there are extenuating circumstances which led to academic difficulties.

Extenuating circumstances are those over which the student has no control and may include death in the student’s immediate family, hospitalization, accidents, employment responsibilities, and illness. Supporting documentation is required.

• Students who are placed on “Suspension” as a result of “Incomplete (I)” or missing grades may also appeal in writing.

SAP Appeals must include:

• A completed SAP appeal form which includes an academic plan signed by the student, his/her academic advisor; and the Assistant Director or the Director. and

• A statement from the student addressing why the student failed to make satisfactory academic progress, and what has changed in the student’s situation that will allow the student to demonstrate satisfactory progress at the next evaluation; and

• Supporting documentation of extenuating circumstances. SAP appeals must be reviewed by the Director.

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• In order for an appeal to be approved, students must either be able to meet the Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress by the end of the next period of enrollment or the student must be placed on an academic contract that, if followed, will ensure that the student will be able to meet the Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress by a specific point in time.

Please Note: If a review of an SAP appeal makes it clear that a student cannot mathematically complete his/her declared degree/certificate program or cannot raise his/her graduation GPA to the minimum 2.00 within the maximum timeframe, the appeal will be summarily denied and the student will NOT be eligible for financial aid and scholarships. All appeals may take up to two weeks to review.

When considering an appeal:

• Transfer credit hours that do not fulfill graduation requirements in the student’s current program are excluded from the maximum timeframe calculation.

• For students seeking an additional degree/certificate, all attempted credit hours from a prior degree/certificate that can fill graduation requirements (including elective credit hours) in the additional degree/certificate must be counted. All other attempted credits that do not fill graduation requirements (including elective credits) in the additional degree/certificate program are excluded from the maximum time frame calculation.

• Students who successfully appeal are placed on “Probation” (see “Notifications”).

Terms and Definitions

Grading Symbols

• The following are credits successfully completed for SAP purposes: “A”, “B”, “C” “D”, ‘’P”

• The following are NOT credits successfully completed: “F” = Failure, “NC” = No Credit Granted, “NP” = No Pass, “I” = Incomplete, “W” = Withdrawal, “WIP” = Work In Progress.

Graduation GPA

• “Graduation GPA” is defined in the college catalog and includes all college level coursework receiving a letter grade taken at NBI and all college level transfer coursework accepted by NBI and is computed on a 4.0 scale.

Repeat, Incomplete, Open-Ended and Audit Courses

• Courses previously passed with a grade of “C”, “B”, or “A” may NOT be repeated with the assistance of financial aid and scholarships. Courses previously passed with a “D” or courses failed with an “F” may be repeated one time with the assistance of financial aid and scholarships (see also “Repeating Courses in the college catalog).

• Incompletes (“I”) must be arranged with instructors and must be completed as indicated by the instructor in accordance with the policy listed in the NBI catalog.

Please Note: Courses extended beyond the published end of the period of enrollment in which they were originally scheduled are NOT credit hours successfully completed.

• Audits (“AU”) must be arranged in advance with the instructor, declared by the due date published in the catalog, are not counted either as attempted or completed credits, and are not eligible for financial aid and scholarships.

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Change of Program/Additional Degree.When students seek an additional degree or change programs, only the credits attempted and grades earned for those courses applicable to the new program will be used to determine satisfactory progress. All previously attempted credits will count toward the maximum allowed for the new program of study.

Transfer Credits. Transfer credits that apply to the program count toward the actual timeframe (quantitative standard) of a student’s program, but not toward the students GPA (qualitative standard).

Transferability of Credits (High Schools)

Articulation agreements are in place with several local high schools. The Dean of Students will review each class taken by the potential student and compare the grade earned with the guidelines (minimum B or better) set by Newport Business Institute. Students attending high schools participating in the articulation agreement program will be given academic transfer of credit upon the satisfactory completion of subjects accepted by Newport Business Institute. Students who receive transfer of credits will be notified by their Academic Advisor of their revised schedule.

Transferability of Credits (Postsecondary Schools)

The Assistant Director or the Director will determine courses eligible for transfer based on the guidelines below:

• The course must be comparable in content, goals, and level to the Newport Business Institute course or content area for which credit is sought.

• The course must have been completed at a postsecondary school that is recognized by the Department of Education.

• The courses must have been taken for credit.

• Students must have earned a grade of “C” or higher (provided the “C” grade is defined as “average” or higher) for any course submitted.

• Transcripts are required for transfer credit to be considered.

Students may be required to provide a copy of the catalog description and/or the course syllabus from the institution where the credit was awarded to validate that the course satisfies the transfer credit criteria.

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“I loved the school

atmosphere, and

everyone was very

helplful.”

Chris Sieminski LaliberteStenographicAttorney Jerry R. LittleAdministrative Assistance

Grading 1. The following grading scale is used. A Excellent ............................ 90% to 100% ...................... 4.00 A* No QPA Computed ......... 90% to 100% ...................... 0.00 B Good ................................. 80% to 89% ........................ 3.00 B* No QPA Computed ......... 80% to 89% ........................ 0.00 C Average ............................ 70% to 79% ........................ 2.00 C* No QPA Computed ......... 70% to 79% ........................ 0.00 D Danger .............................. 60% to 69% ........................ 1.00 D* No QPA Computed ......... 60% to 69% ........................ 0.00 F Failure ................................ Below 59% ......................... 0.00 F* No QPA Computed ......... Below 59% ......................... 0.00 I Incomplete ....................... Credit Withheld ................ 0.00 P Passing ............................... Credit Granted ................. 0.00 CR Pre-tested Credit .............. Credit Granted ................. 0.00 TR Transfer Credit .................. Credit Granted ................. 0.00 NC Non Credit ........................ Credit Withheld ................ 0.00 AU Audited Class ................... Credit Withheld ................ 0.00 W Withdrawal........................ Credit Withheld ................ 0.00

A student will receive a “W” if the student withdraws before the third week; after the third week, the student will receive an “F” for the course.

2. The grading scale will be on the transcript, so employers may judge the quality of students’ work.

3. Cheating will not be tolerated. Our diplomas and degrees have value; we do not want someone who cheats to have one. When you cheat as an adult, you cheat yourself by not obtaining skills for the workplace. If you cheat and receive your degree, you cheat your fellow students and our institution, because you would be representing us without obtaining the skills we attempted to teach you. If you are caught cheating the first time, you will receive a zero on the assignment in question. If you are caught in the same class again, you will fail the course. If you are caught cheating in another course (in the same module or any other module), you will be terminated from the institution.

4. Each student is named to the Dean’s List at the end of every two modules if he/she maintains an average of 3.5 or higher.

Course Numbering SystemThe course numbering system consists of 100 and 200 level courses. The 100 level courses are taken in the first academic year, and 200 level courses are taken in the second academic year.

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Readmission ProcedureStudents requesting readmission must submit an application to the Distance Learning Director for consideration. The Distance Learning Director will contact the student to evaluate the reasons the student has requested readmission. If the student was dismissed due to academic progress deficiencies, that student must indicate in writing the desire to progress satisfactorily in the program. Students dismissed due to other reasons will be expected to provide sufficient reasoning in writing that would justify readmission. Following this evaluation, the Distance Learning Director will determine a final decision on readmission. Students granted readmission will re-enter on a probationary period of one module.

Student Conduct/Termination & DismissalIn addition to unsatisfactory grades, a student will be suspended or expelled for unacceptable behavior, malicious damage or theft of school property, or excessive absences. Newport reserves the right to suspend or permanently dismiss any student whose conduct is detrimental to the training environment. We further reserve the right to dismiss any student whose conduct, work, or attendance is for any reason unsatisfactory. A student may also be dismissed for financial delinquency.

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Student ServicesAll Associate in Specialized Business Degree graduates of Newport Business Institute are entitled to placement assistance. No school can guarantee placement for its graduates; however, we assure all our graduates full cooperation and assistance in securing employment upon graduation and also in the future.

It is possible in many cases to place Newport Business Institute graduates not only in the specific field they desire, but also in the locations they specify. Placement is not limited to a particular part of the country.

National Graduate ServicesIt is possible in many cases to place Newport Business Institute graduates not only in the specific field they desire, but also in the location they specify. Graduate Services is not limited to a particular part of the country.

As a member of the Career College Association, which includes hundreds of schools throughout the country, the school has many sources to contact when a new graduate wishes to secure his/her first position in a particular area or when a former graduate wishes to relocate.

The Graduate

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The need for secretaries who are trained in the field of medicine and surgery is growing each year. Medical associations, insurance companies, doctors, hospitals, and clinics look for men and women who have specialized in the medical secretarial field. This program prepares the student not only for the medical secretarial field, but also for secretarial positions in the field of business.

The following is a list of career options available upon completion of your classroom training:

• MEDICAL SECRETARY

• MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST

• MEDICAL ASSIstance

• MEDICAL RECORDS TECHNICIAN

• MEDICAL OFFICE MANAGER

• INSURANCE CODER

Medical Administrative AssistantAwards the Associate in Specialized Business Degree

Module 1K 101 Psychology of SuccessBA 107 Keyboarding for Microcomputers

Module 2C 101 Computer Concepts IGE 104 MathematicsMD 103 Medical Terminology

Module 3GE 101 Communications IMD 101 Anatomy and Physiology I

Module 4K 102 Intermediate KeyboardingMD 105 Medical Records IC102 Computer Concepts II

Module 5AC 101 AccountingGE 102 Communications II

Module 6MD 102 Anatomy and Physiology IIMD 107 Medical Records IIWP 101 Word/Information Processing

Module 7AC 109 Electronic SpreadsheetsGE 105 Human Relations

Module 8BA 102 Records/Database ManagementL 101 Law IC 110 PowerPoint

Module 9MD 108 Insurance CodingGE 103 Public Speaking

Module 10L 102 Business Law IIMD 104 Medical Office ProceduresEP 101 Intro to Business

Module 11 (Practicum or)MD 218 CPT 4 CodingMD222 Clinical Medical Procedures

Module 12MD 220 Healthcare Career DevelopmentMD 215 ICD 9 CodingMD 224 Management

(Formerly Secretarial Science/Medical Option)

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AC 101 ACCOUNTING I3 CreditsThe study and application of the entire accounting cycle starting with the business transaction and ending with the post-closing trial balance. The accounting cycle is considered for both a personal service enterprise and a retail enterprise. This course is the foundation of all future accounting courses.

AC 109 ELECTRONIC SPREADSHEETS3 CreditsPREREQUISITE COMPUTER CONCEPTS IThis course is designed to present to the student techniques for efficient and productive use of spreadsheets and provide them with a working knowledge of the basic capabilities of current applicable software.

BA 102 RECORDS AND DATABASEMANAGEMENT3 CreditsThe purpose of this course is for students to learn how to manage paper, film, and computer records. They will learn how to solve records and database management problems faced by employees in a variety of office occupations: administrative support, junior management, accounting, data processing, word processing, stenography, and records management. All basic rules of filing will be covered.

BA107 PSYCHOLOGY OF SUCCESS3 CreditsThis course develops a positive approach to lifelong learning. Students are encouraged to identify specific short and long-term goals with a detailed plan for personal and career achievement.

C 101 COMPUTER CONCEPTS I3 CreditsThis course provides a general introduction to computers and information processing. Topics covered include computer hardware and software; input, processing, and output; storage; database organization; the Internet; etc.

C 102 COMPUTER CONCEPTS II3 CreditsThis course introduces students to Microsoft Windows. Among the topics covered are use of a mouse; management of programs and files; use of Wordpad, Paint, Clipboard, and other accessories; and printing.

Course Descriptions C 110: Microsoft PowerPoint3 CreditsThis course is designed to introduce the student to creating online computer presentations. The course is a study of computer presentations and technology including the creation and modification of a presentation. Emphasis is placed on a practical project for business application. Microsoft PowerPoint will be used.

EC 102 ELECTRONIC CALCULATORS3 CreditsThe student will learn the correct use of an electronic calculator in relation to the four basic mathematical functions: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Speed and accuracy are emphasized in this course. Through the use of simulations, the student will integrate accounting, calculator, and business math knowledge.

EP101 EXECUTIVE OFFICE PROCEDURES I3 CreditsPREREQUISITE KEYBOARDING FORMICROCOMPUTERS AND INTERMEDIATEKEYBOARDING FOR MICROCOMPUTERSThis course focuses on completing projects that integrate business terms, critical thinking strategies, and Web-research skills into document production. Related learning and success tips are included to improve workplace efficiency and enhance professional development.

EP 102 EXECUTIVE OFFICE PROCEDURES II3 CreditsPREREQUISITE KEYBOARDING FORMICROCOMPUTERS, INTERMEDIATEKEYBOARDING FOR MICROCOMPUTERSAND EXECUTIVE OFFICE PROCEDURES IA continuation of Executive Office Procedures I, this course emphasizes the use correlation, and integration of various Microsoft programs such as Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel into an office environment while continuing to include Web-based research and productivity. Efficiency and professional development are stressed.

EP 103 EXECUTIVE OFFICE PROCEDURES III3 CreditsPREREQUISITE KEYBOARDING FORMICROCOMPUTERS, INTERMEDIATEKEYBOARDING FOR MICROCOMPUTERSAND EXECUTIVE OFFICE PROCEDURES I-IIThis course teaches the student to transcribe quickly and accurately over one hundred letters, memorandums, forms, and other documents from cassette dictation. Emphasis is upon correct spelling, punctuation, capitalization, and formatting.

K 101 KEYBOARDING FOR MICROCOMPUTERS3 CreditsThis course is an introduction to the keyboard by touch on microcomputers. A combination of text and software helps students gain speed and accuracy. Once they have mastered the keyboard, students move on to the formatting of reports, letters and tables.

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K 102 INTERMEDIATE KEYBOARDING FOR MICROCOMPUTERS3 CreditsPREREQUISITE KEYBOARDING FORMICROCOMPUTERSA continuation of Keyboarding for Microcomputers that includes straight copy, timed writings, letter styles, business forms, and more advanced tables and report formats.

L 101 LAW I3 CreditsThe purpose of this course is to give the student an understanding of the history and development of our legal system and a knowledge of the legal principles in the areas of contract, negotiable instruments, and agency.

L 102 LAW II3 CreditsPREREQUISITE LAW IThis course provides the student insight concerning governmental regulations as related to the leasing and transfer or personal and real properly.

MD 101 ANATOMYAND PHYSIOLOGY I3 CreditsThis course traces the organization of the human body from the single cell and includes the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, sensory, and endocrine systems. The student will build a foundation of medical terms to be used throughout all the medical courses.

MD 102 ANATOMYAND PHYSIOLOGY II3 CreditsPREREQUISITE ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY IBeginning where MD 101 ended, this course of study includes the blood, heart, circulatory system, immunity, lymph system, respiration, digestion, urinary and reproductive systems. An oral report is required at the end of the course.

MD 103 MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY3 CreditsThe student will analyze many medical words and establish a solid base on which to build a large medical vocabulary. Correct spelling is emphasized, and written homework reinforces classroom drills.

MD 104 MEDICAL OFFICE PROCEDURES3 CreditsPREREQUISITE MEDICAL TERMINOLOGYOne half of this course is designed to familiarize the medical secretary with the routine business office skills and procedures that will be used in the physician’s office and hospitals. Topics include medicolegal communication, telephone technique, medical records keeping, and introduction to insurance forms. The second half of the course introduces MediSoft, a widely used patient accounting software. Using the computer, students will learn to schedule appointments, handle billing, and produce reports.

MD 105 MEDICAL RECORDS3 CreditsThis course is designed to introduce the student to medical record transcription. Using transcribing equipment, the student will transcribe a variety of medical reports while learning format, punctuation, and medical terminology.

MD 106 MEDICAL PRACTICUM15 CreditsPREREQUISITE: A passing grade in each of the twenty-five courses required for the Associate in Specialized Business Degree-Medical Option program as stated on page 23 of the catalog.In cooperation with local medical organizations, the student will spend 375 hours gaining practical experience in a medical setting. This experience may be obtained in one or more departments of a hospital, such as radiology, or pathology; or at a physician’s office.

MD 107 MEDICAL RECORDS II3 CreditsPREREQUISITE MEDICAL RECORDSThe basic objective of this course is to familiarize the student with an extensive word and phrase base as well as the more basic reports used in a typical hospital or physician’s office. The objective is accomplished through use of the transcribing equipment to give students practical experience transcribing medical reports. The student will focus on accuracy while building transcription speed.

MD 108 INSURANCE CODING3 CreditsThis course will introduce the student to the statistical classification system of diseases and injuries known as ICD-9-CM. Medicare requires the use of these diagnosis codes on insurance forms. The student will learn entry-level coding procedures. In addition, the student will learn basic CPT coding techniques for coding procedures performed by the physician.

MD 215 ICD 9 CODING3 CreditsThis course provides the student with a basic understanding of coding and classification systems in order to assign valid diagnostic and procedural codes. MD 218 CPT 4 CODING3 CreditsThis course provides the student with a basic understanding of CPT/HCPCS coding in health care.

MD 220 HEALTHCARE CAREER DEVELOPMENT3 CreditsThis course covers concepts and information required for the medical insurance biller and coder to develop the skills and attributes necessary for a successful career as a medical office professional.

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GE 103 PUBLIC SPEAKING3 CreditsThis course provides the student with the skills necessary to achieve clarity and confidence in publ ic speaking. Pr incip les of speech communication are introduced. The student will be taught to select topics, devise a main theme, collect data, and organize support material in outline format. Techniques in analyzing listeners, effectively communicating ideas, and projecting selfconfidence will be covered.

GE 104 MATHEMATICS3 CreditsThis course is designed to offer students the opportunity to expand their mathematical knowledge into the areas of descriptive statistics, geometry, algebra, and equation solving. It is intended to provide a thorough understanding of mathematical concepts and principles necessary for success in many occupations as well as daily living.

GE 105 HUMAN RELATIONS3 CreditsHuman Relations is a study of the social sciences involving the development and interaction of individuals on a daily basis. Students will research, write reports, and discuss topics which prepare the student for life experiences. Topics addressed include diversity and global issues, ethics and social responsibility, creative problem solving, why people act the way they do, and the barriers that impede communication between people.

GE 106 GEOGRAPHY OF PENNSYLVANIA3 CreditsThis course provides an analysis of the regional patterns of Pennsylvania. Topics include: topography, climate, water resources, mineral resources, and the historical development of economic regions within the state.

AC Accounting BA Business Administration C Computer Concepts EC Electronic Calculators EP Executive Office Procedures GE General Education K Keyboarding L Law LP Legal Office Procedures M Math MD Medical S Speedwriting WP Word/Information Processing

MD 222 CLINICAL MEDICAL PROCEDURES3 CreditsThis course covers skills and knowledge required for the medical assistant to identify and practice clinical medical assistant duties in the medical office. Topics include, but are not limited to; assisting with minor surgery, physical and medical specialty exams; clinical laboratory testing procedures; radiology; electrocardiology and pulmonary function testing; physical therapy and rehabilitation.

BD 224 PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT3 CreditsThis class introduces the students to principles of scientific office management and the responsibilities of management for healthcare services, layout, space utilization, furniture and equipment, machines and appliances, branch office management, unions, personal problems, training for workers, costs, and methods of procedure.

S 101 SPEEDWRITING3 CreditsSpeedwriting offers a fast, easy-to-learn shorthand combining the alphabet with symbols. Theory isemphasized ; there is no speed requirement.

S 102 DICTATION3 CreditsPREREQUISITE SPEEDWRITINGExpanding on the theory learned in speedwriting, dictation applies the practical uses of shorthand in today’s office. Emphasis is also placed on the reference manual and proofreading.

WP 101 WORD/INFORMATION PROCESSING3 CreditsPREREQUISITE COMPUTER CONCEPTS I-IIThis course introduces students to Microsoft Word, a powerful and highly sophisticated windows-based word processing program widely used in law firms, medical settings, and business offices. Students learn to key, format, edit, store and print documents.

GE 101 COMMUNICATION I3 CreditsThis course is an introduction to the traditional college-level essay. While reading and analyzing good model essays by others, students work through all levels of essay writing: development of a thesis; advancing and supporting the thesis; organizing and connecting the specific evidence; generating introductions, conclusions, and titles; and revising based upon unity, support, coherence, and effective sentence structure.

GE 102 COMMUNICATION II3 CreditsPREREQUISITE COMMUNICATION IIn this course students read and analyze professional model essays while composing college level essays grouped according to pattern: description, narration, examples, process, cause and effect, comparison and contrast, definition, division and classification, and argumentation. Students also write a summary and a report.