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Volume 48 Effective July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015

Academic CatalogOnline Campus

2014-2015

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX

ONLINE

ACADEMIC CATALOGVolume 48

July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015 catalog

“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 and

Chairman of the

Board

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 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 endorse-

ment 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 as a private institution with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to sections 136A.61 to 136A.71. Registration is not an endorsement of the institution. Registration does not mean that credits earned at the institution can be transferred to all other institutions. Minnesota residents may enroll in the following programs: Associate of

Arts/Concentration in General Studies, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Communications, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Accounting, Associate of Arts/Concentration 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/Concentration in Human Services Management, Associate of Arts in Psychology, Associate of Arts/Concentra-tion in Health Care Administration, 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/Con-centration in Information Technology/Networking, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Programming, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Web Design, Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Tech-nology/Information Technology Support, Bachelor of Science in Communication, Bachelor of Arts in English, Bachelor of Sci-ence in Environmental Science, Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Bachelor of Science in Health Administration, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice 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, Mas-

ter of Science in Psychology, Master of Health Administration, Master of Health Administration Bridge, Master of Health Administration/Education, 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 Admin-istration/Informatics Bridge, Master of Science/Administration of Justice and Security, Master of Science/Administration of Jus-tice 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 specialization in Information Systems and Technology, Doctor of Health Administration, Visual Communication Certifi-cate, Information Systems Security Certificate, APLUS Fundamentals Certificate, Information Systems Security Minor, Multi-media and Visual Communication Minor, Graduate Health Care Informatics Certificate, Gerontology Health Care Certificate,

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

University of Phoenix, 2014-2015

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

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX .......................................................................................................................... 1Official School Colors ...................................................................................................................... 1Ownership Information..................................................................................................................... 1Mission............................................................................................................................................. 1Purposes.......................................................................................................................................... 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..................................................................................................................... 5Convenience of Time and Place...................................................................................................... 6Access ............................................................................................................................................. 6Program Format............................................................................................................................... 6Learning Teams............................................................................................................................... 6Faculty ............................................................................................................................................. 7Staff Screening ................................................................................................................................ 7Student Technology Recommendations and Competencies........................................................... 7eCampus: Student and Faculty Portal ............................................................................................. 8Classroom Recording Policy............................................................................................................ 8

UNIVERSITY POLICIES................................................................................................................................ 9Calendar .......................................................................................................................................... 9Course Cancellation ........................................................................................................................ 9Directed Study ................................................................................................................................. 9Concurrent Enrollment..................................................................................................................... 9Dual Enrollment ............................................................................................................................. 10Multiple University Degrees ........................................................................................................... 10Maximum Credits per Academic Year ........................................................................................... 11Course Credits............................................................................................................................... 11Student Identification Numbers...................................................................................................... 11Name and Social Security Number Changes ................................................................................ 11Duplication of Credit ...................................................................................................................... 11Course Audit Policy ....................................................................................................................... 11Academic Program Re–Entry Policy.............................................................................................. 11Transfer of Credit ........................................................................................................................... 11Nondiscrimination Policy................................................................................................................ 12Harassment Policy......................................................................................................................... 13

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Disability Services.......................................................................................................................... 14Acceptable Use of University Computing and Communication Resources ................................... 14

CONSUMER INFORMATION ..................................................................................................................... 17Accreditation, Licensures, Reviews and Approvals ....................................................................... 17Academic Programs, Facilities and Instructional Personnel Information ....................................... 18Articulation Agreements................................................................................................................. 18Credit Transfer ............................................................................................................................... 19Disability Services.......................................................................................................................... 19General Contact Information.......................................................................................................... 19Graduation Rates........................................................................................................................... 19Retention Rates ............................................................................................................................. 19Student Diversity............................................................................................................................ 20Title II of the Higher Education Act-Academic Year 2011-2012 Report......................................... 21Federal Financial Aid Application Process..................................................................................... 21Statement of Educational Purpose ................................................................................................ 21

FEDERAL, STATE AND INSTITUTIONAL FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS...................................... 22Grant Programs ............................................................................................................................. 22Scholarships .................................................................................................................................. 23Loans ............................................................................................................................................. 23Financial Aid Awarding .................................................................................................................. 26Consortium Agreements ................................................................................................................ 26Verification ..................................................................................................................................... 27Cost of Attendance Policy.............................................................................................................. 28Grade-Level Determination............................................................................................................ 29Conflicting Information ................................................................................................................... 29Other Resources............................................................................................................................ 29Satisfactory Academic Progress .................................................................................................... 30Professional Judgment .................................................................................................................. 32Attendance..................................................................................................................................... 32Leave of Absence .......................................................................................................................... 33Financial Aid Disbursements ......................................................................................................... 34Federal Financial Aid Counseling .................................................................................................. 37Federal Loan Repayment .............................................................................................................. 37Veterans Educational Benefits....................................................................................................... 38Student Financial Responsibilities, Policies and Options .............................................................. 40Withdrawing from the University .................................................................................................... 41Return of Federal Financial Aid ..................................................................................................... 42Tuition Refund Policy ..................................................................................................................... 45

CONSUMER POLICIES AND CODES OF CONDUCT.................................................................... 49University of Phoenix Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act................................................. 49Solomon Act................................................................................................................................... 52Gainful Employment Disclosures ................................................................................................... 52Student Loan Code of Conduct...................................................................................................... 52Consumer Privacy Policy ............................................................................................................... 53Copyright Infringement and Peer-to-Peer File Sharing Policy ....................................................... 54Digital Millennium Copyright Act Policy.......................................................................................... 55Vaccinations and Immunizations ................................................................................................... 56

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Register to Vote ............................................................................................................................. 56CAMPUS SAFETY AND SECURITY ............................................................................................... 57

Campus Safety Policies................................................................................................................. 57Campus Crime Statistics ............................................................................................................... 57Statement of Policy on Sex Offender Registration ........................................................................ 57Emergency Mass Notification Policy.............................................................................................. 57Campus Security Authority Contact List ........................................................................................ 57Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Prevention.................................................................................... 58

STUDENTS’ RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES....................................................................................... 59Student Organizations ................................................................................................................... 59University of Phoenix Supplemental Standards for Candidates in the College of Health Sciences and Nursing ....................................................................................... 60University of Phoenix Supplemental Standards for Candidates in College of Social Sciences Counseling and Human Services Programs ...................................... 60University of Phoenix Supplemental Standards for Candidates in College of Education Programs ..................................................................................................... 61Procedures for Processing Referrals............................................................................................. 62Policy on Nursing Ethics and Professional Competence............................................................... 63Students’ Right to Privacy.............................................................................................................. 64

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT.................................................................................................... 64Student Code of Academic Integrity .............................................................................................. 65

DISPUTE RESOLUTION POLICY AND PROCEDURES ................................................................ 69Step One: Internal Resolution........................................................................................................ 69Step Two: Mediation ...................................................................................................................... 70Step Three: Binding Arbitration...................................................................................................... 70

ACADEMIC POLICIES................................................................................................................................ 73Academic Advisement ................................................................................................................... 73Registration.................................................................................................................................... 73Admission Statuses ....................................................................................................................... 73Student Academic Statuses........................................................................................................... 74Program Academic Statuses ......................................................................................................... 75Course Statuses ............................................................................................................................ 75Candidacy Statuses....................................................................................................................... 76Student Falsification of Information ............................................................................................... 76General Student Grievances ......................................................................................................... 76Student Appeals Center (SAC)...................................................................................................... 76State Boards .................................................................................................................................. 76Grading Procedures....................................................................................................................... 77Grade Reports and Transcripts ..................................................................................................... 79Grade Disputes and Grade Corrections ........................................................................................ 79Program Changes.......................................................................................................................... 80Diploma Application and Degree Conferral ................................................................................... 80Posthumous Degrees .................................................................................................................... 80Degree Posting .............................................................................................................................. 80Graduation with Honors ................................................................................................................. 80Participation in Commencement Ceremony .................................................................................. 80

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Program Completion Deadlines ..................................................................................................... 80Disclaimer on Job Placement ........................................................................................................ 80

ACADEMIC QUALITY AND OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT ........................................................................ 81Academic Quality and Outcomes Assessment-Ensuring Consistent Quality ................................ 81Academic Quality Improvement and Outcomes Assessment ........................................................ 81

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX ALUMNI ASSOCIATION............................................................................... 83

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS ............................................................................................................. 85Admission Procedures ................................................................................................................... 85Undergraduate Admission Requirements ...................................................................................... 86Residency Requirements and Course Waivers for Bachelor Programs ........................................ 88Residency Requirements and Course Waivers for Associate Programs....................................... 88University Orientation Workshops.................................................................................................. 89Risk Free Period Policy.................................................................................................................. 89Academic Progression Requirements............................................................................................ 89Waivers .......................................................................................................................................... 92Degree Requirements.................................................................................................................... 92Degree Completion Options........................................................................................................... 92General Education ......................................................................................................................... 92Prior Learning Assessment............................................................................................................ 94Estimated Program Length ............................................................................................................ 95

COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SCIENCES ............................................................................... 97Associate of Arts Degree Through Credit Recognition** ............................................................... 97Associate of Arts/Concentration in General Studies** ................................................................... 99Associate of Arts/Emphasis in General Studies** (Maryland)...................................................... 100Associate of Arts - Professional Focus ........................................................................................ 102Associate of Arts/Concentration in General Studies** ................................................................. 103Associate of Arts/Emphasis in General Studies** (Maryland-Online) .......................................... 104Associate of Arts/Concentration in General Studies** (Minnesota/Arkansas) ............................. 106Associate of Arts/Concentration in Communications ................................................................... 108Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Communications (Maryland-Online)............................................ 110Associate of Arts/Concentration in Communications (Minnesota/Arkansas) ............................... 112Associate of Arts/Concentration in Communication..................................................................... 114Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Communication (Maryland) ......................................................... 116Bachelor of Science in Communication ....................................................................................... 118Bachelor of Science in Communication (Maryland-Online) ......................................................... 122Bachelor of Arts in English........................................................................................................... 127Bachelor of Science in History ..................................................................................................... 131Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science ........................................................................... 136Bachelor of Science in Biological Science ................................................................................... 140

COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND SECURITY................................................................... 145Associate of Arts/Concentration in Criminal Justice .................................................................... 145Associate of Arts/Concentration in Criminal Justice (Maryland-Online)....................................... 147Associate of Arts/Concentration in Criminal Justice (Minnesota/Arkansas) ................................ 149Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice............................................................................................ 152The Bachelor of Science in Organizational Security and Management....................................... 154

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Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration............................................................... 158Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration (Maryland-Online) ................................. 164

COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES............................................................................................... 173Associate of Arts/Concentration in Psychology ........................................................................... 173Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Psychology (Maryland-Online) .................................................... 175Associate of Arts in Psychology................................................................................................... 177Associate of Arts in Psychology (Maryland-Online)..................................................................... 180Associate of Arts in Psychology (Minnesota/Arkansas)............................................................... 182Associate of Arts/Concentration in Human Services Management ............................................. 185Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Human Services Management (Maryland-Online) ...................... 187Associate of Arts/Concentration in Human Services Management (Minnesota/Arkansas) ......... 189Bachelor of Science in Psychology.............................................................................................. 191The Bachelor of Science in Human Services .............................................................................. 195The Bachelor of Science in Human Services (Certificate Track) ................................................. 200

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ................................................................. 207Associate of Arts/Concentration in Accounting Foundations ....................................................... 207Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Accounting Foundations (Maryland-Online) ................................ 209Associate of Arts/Concentration in Business Foundations .......................................................... 211Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Business Foundations (Maryland-Online) ................................... 212Associate of Arts/Concentration in Accounting Fundamentals .................................................... 214Associate of Arts/Concentration in Accounting Fundamentals (Certificate Track) ...................... 217Associate of Arts/Concentration in Retail Management .............................................................. 219Associate of Arts/Concentration in Retail Management (Certificate Track) ................................. 222Associate of Arts/Concentration in Business Fundamentals ....................................................... 224The Bachelor of Science in Business .......................................................................................... 226The Bachelor of Science in Business (Maryland-Online) ............................................................ 230The Bachelor of Science in Business (Certificate Track) (Maryland-Online) ............................... 244Bachelor of Science in Management ........................................................................................... 249Bachelor of Science in Management Concentration in Manufacturing Sector............................. 252Bachelor of Science in Management Emphasis in Manufacturing Sector (Maryland-Online) ..... 256Bachelor of Science in Accounting .............................................................................................. 260Bachelor of Science in Accounting (Ohio) ................................................................................... 265

COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY ................................................. 271Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology ........................................................ 271Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Information Technology (Maryland-Online) ................................. 272Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology ........................................................ 274Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Information Technology (Maryland-Online) ................................. 276Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Networking ..................................... 278Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Information Technology/Networking (Maryland-Online) .............. 280Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Programming ................................. 281Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Information Technology/Programming (Maryland-Online) .......... 283Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Web Design ................................... 285Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Information Technology/Web Design (Maryland-Online) ............ 287Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Information Technology Support .... 289Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Information Technology/Information Technology Support (Maryland-Online) ........................................................................................................................ 291Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Database Development Concentration........................................................................................ 293

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Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Information Technology/Database Development Emphasis (Maryland-Online) ........................................................................................................................ 294Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology (Minnesota/Arkansas) .................... 296Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Networking (Minnesota/Arkansas) . 299Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Web Design (Minnesota/Arkansas) 301Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Information Technology Support (Minnesota/Arkansas) .................................................................................................................. 304Associate of Arts/Concentration in Information Technology/Programming (Minnesota/Arkansas) 306Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Maryland) ........................................................ 309Bachelor of Science in Information Technology........................................................................... 316Associate of Arts Concentration in Information Technology/Health Care Information Technology ........................................................................................... 319Associate of Arts Emphasis in Information Technology/Health Care Information Technology (Maryland-Online) ............................................................. 321Associate of Arts in Information Technology/General.................................................................. 323Associate of Arts in Information Technology/General (Maryland-Online) .................................... 324Associate of Arts in Information Technology/Network Support.................................................... 326Associate of Arts in Information Technology/Network Support (Maryland-Online) ...................... 328Associate of Arts in Information Technology/Desktop Support.................................................... 330Associate of Arts in Information Technology/Desktop Support (Maryland-Online) ...................... 332Associate of Arts in Information Technology/Web Administration ............................................... 334Associate of Arts in Information Technology/Web Administration (Maryland-Online).................. 336Associate of Arts in Information Technology/Cisco Networking (Maryland-Online)..................... 338Associate of Arts in Information Technology/Cisco Networking................................................... 340

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND NURSING.................................................................... 345International Nursing Honor Society ............................................................................................ 345Academic Progression Requirements for all Current Nursing Programs (excluding BSN/I) ........ 345Associate of Arts/Concentration in Health Care Administration................................................... 347Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Health Care Administration (Maryland-Online)............................ 349Associate of Arts/Concentration in Health Care Administration/Medical Records ....................... 350Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Health Care Administration/Medical Records (Maryland-Online) ........................................................................................................................ 352Associate of Arts/Concentration in Health Care Administration/Health and Wellness Administration ............................................................................................ 354Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Health Care Administration/Health and Wellness Administration (Maryland-Online) ........................................................................................................................ 356Associate of Arts/Concentration in Health Care Administration/Electronic Health Records ........ 358Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Health Care Administration/Electronic Health Records (Maryland-Online) ........................................................................................................................ 360Associate of Arts/Concentration in Health Care Administration/Medical Records (Minnesota/Arkansas) ...................................................................................... 362Associate of Arts/Foundations in Health Care Administration (Minnesota/Arkansas) ................. 364Associate of Arts/Foundations in Health Care Administration/Medical Records (Minnesota/Arkansas) ...................................................................................... 367Associate of Arts/Concentration in Health Care Administration/Electronic Health Records (Minnesota/Arkansas) .................................................................................................................. 370Associate of Arts/Concentration in Foundations in Health Administration ................................... 372Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Foundations in Health Administration (Maryland-Online)............ 374

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Associate of Arts/Concentration in Health Administration/Health Records Fundamentals (Certificate Track) ........................................................................................................................ 376Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Health Administration/Health Records Fundamentals (Certificate Track) (Maryland-Online) .......................................................................................... 379Associate of Arts/Concentration in Health Administration/Health and Wellness Administration Foundations (Certificate Track) ............................................................ 381Associate of Arts/Emphasis in Health Administration/Health and Wellness Administration Foundations (Certificate Track) (Maryland-Online) .............................. 383The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (Maryland-Online)......................................... 385The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration....................................................................... 391The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (Certificate Track) ......................................... 397The Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (Certificate Track) (Maryland-Online) ........... 402Bachelor of Science in Nursing.................................................................................................... 407Bachelor of Science in Nursing Partner....................................................................................... 411Bachelor of Science in Nursing Partner (California) .................................................................... 413Bachelor of Science in Nursing/International ............................................................................... 416State of California Public Health Nursing Certificate ................................................................... 419

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (Online) ............................................................................................ 421Admission Requirements for University of Phoenix..................................................................... 421Associate of Arts/Concentration in Education.............................................................................. 423Associate of Arts/Concentration in Education (California) ........................................................... 425Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education............................................................ 427Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education (New Mexico) ..................................... 433Bachelor of Science Education/Elementary Education................................................................ 438Bachelor of Science in Education Elementary Education (Hawaii).............................................. 443Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education (Nevada) ............................................ 449Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education (Utah)................................................. 454Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies (California)...................................................................... 459Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education (Indiana)............................................. 465Bachelor of Science in Education/Elementary Education............................................................ 470Bachelor of Science in Education/Early Childhood Education..................................................... 473

GRADUATE PROGRAMS......................................................................................................................... 481Admission Procedures................................................................................................................. 481Graduate Admission Requirements............................................................................................. 482Estimated Program Length .......................................................................................................... 484

COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND SECURITY .................................................................. 485Master of Science/Administration of Justice and Security ........................................................... 485Master of Science/Administration of Justice and Security Concentration in Global and Homeland Security......................................................................... 487Master of Science/Administration of Justice and Security Concentration in Law Enforcement Organizations ...................................................................... 489Master of Public Administration ................................................................................................... 491

COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES............................................................................................... 495Master of Science in Counseling Clinical Mental Health Counseling .......................................... 495Master of Science in Counseling Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Utah) ............................... 499Master of Science in Counseling Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Nevada)........................... 504Master of Science in Psychology................................................................................................. 508

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Master of Science in Psychology (Thesis Track) ......................................................................... 510Master of Science in Psychology Concentration in Industrial-Organizational Psychology .......... 513Master of Science in Psychology Concentration in Industrial-Organizational Psychology (Thesis Track) .............................................................................................................................. 515Master of Science in Psychology Concentration in Behavioral Health ........................................ 518Master of Science in Psychology Concentration in Behavioral Health (Thesis Track) ................ 520

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ................................................................. 525Master of Business Administration............................................................................................... 525Master of Management ................................................................................................................ 533Master of Science in Accountancy............................................................................................... 535

COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY ................................................. 539Master of Information Systems .................................................................................................... 539

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND NURSING.................................................................... 541International Nursing Honor Society ............................................................................................ 541Academic Progression Requirements for all Current Nursing Programs..................................... 541Master of Health Administration................................................................................................... 543Master of Health Administration Concentration in Education....................................................... 546Master of Health Administration Concentration in Gerontology ................................................... 549Master of Health Administration Concentration in Informatics ..................................................... 552Master of Health Administration Concentration in Sustainability Management ........................... 555Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Administration ......................................... 558Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Administration Bridge .............................. 560Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Administration-International .................... 564Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Education ................................................ 566Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Education Bridge..................................... 569Master of Science in Nursing Concentration in Nurse Education-International ........................... 572Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Health Administration............................................. 575

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (Online)............................................................................................. 581Admission Requirements ............................................................................................................. 581Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision ....................................................... 583Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (Colorado) ..................................... 586Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (New Mexico) ................................ 589Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (Nevada) ....................................... 593Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (Utah) ............................................ 596Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (California)..................................... 600Master of Arts in Education/Administration and Supervision (Texas) .......................................... 603Master of Arts in Education/Adult Education and Training........................................................... 607Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education ....................................................... 609Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education ........................................................ 614Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (Colorado) ..................................... 618Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (Colorado) ...................................... 622Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (New Mexico) ................................ 627Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (New Mexico) ................................. 631Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (Hawaii) ......................................... 635Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (Hawaii) .......................................... 639Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (Indiana) ........................................ 644Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (Indiana) ......................................... 649Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (California)..................................... 654

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Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education Middle Level Generalist (Texas)....................... 660Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education Middle Level Mathematics (Texas)................... 664Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education Middle Level Science (Texas) .......................... 668Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education Secondary Mathematics (Texas)...................... 672Master of Arts in Education/Teacher Education Secondary Science (Texas) ............................. 676Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (California)...................................... 680Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (Tennessee) .................................. 686Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (Tennessee) ................................... 690Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (Utah) ............................................ 694Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (Utah) ............................................. 699Master of Arts in Education/Elementary Teacher Education (Nevada) ....................................... 704Master of Arts in Education/Secondary Teacher Education (Nevada) ........................................ 708Master of Arts in Education/Special Education (Hawaii).............................................................. 713Master of Arts in Education/Special Education (New Mexico) ..................................................... 717Master of Arts in Education/Special Education (Colorado).......................................................... 721Master of Arts in Education/Special Education (Utah)................................................................. 725Master of Arts in Education/Special Education (Nevada) ............................................................ 729Master of Arts in Education/Special Education............................................................................ 733Master of Arts in Education/Special Education (Tennessee)....................................................... 737Master of Arts in Education/Educational Studies......................................................................... 741Master of Arts in Education/Curriculum and Instruction............................................................... 742

SCHOOL OF ADVANCED STUDIES............................................................................................. 747Admission Requirements............................................................................................................. 747Educational Specialist.................................................................................................................. 749Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership ................................................................. 751Doctor of Business Administration............................................................................................... 757Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership........................................................................... 763Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership/Curriculum and Instruction................................ 769Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership with a Specialization in Information Systems and Technology ......................................................................................... 776Doctor of Health Administration ................................................................................................... 782Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership/Educational Technology ................................... 788

PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS................................................................................................................. 795CREDIT-BEARING CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS.......................................................................... 795

Admission Requirements............................................................................................................. 795CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX SCHOOL OF BUSINESS - UNDERGRADUATE....................................................................................................................... 797

Project Management.................................................................................................................... 797Sales Management Certificate (Undergraduate) ......................................................................... 798Human Resource Management................................................................................................... 800Bookkeeping Certificate............................................................................................................... 801Supply Chain Management Certificate (Undergraduate)............................................................. 803Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship Certificate (Undergraduate) ...................... 805Retail Management Certificate (Undergraduate) ......................................................................... 806Operations Management Certificate (Undergraduate)................................................................. 808Marketing Certificate (Undergraduate) ........................................................................................ 809Hospitality Management Certificate (Undergraduate).................................................................. 811

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Human Resource Management Certificate (Undergraduate) ...................................................... 812General Management Certificate (Undergraduate)...................................................................... 814Project Management Certificate (Undergraduate) ....................................................................... 816Business Administration Certificate (Undergraduate) .................................................................. 818Bookkeeping Fundamentals Certificate (Undergraduate)............................................................ 819Digital Marketing Certificate (Undergraduate).............................................................................. 821Financial Planning Certificate (Undergraduate) ........................................................................... 822

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX SCHOOL OF BUSINESS - GRADUATE ................................................................................................................................... 824

Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management .............................................................. 824Graduate Accounting Certificate .................................................................................................. 825Graduate Marketing Certificate .................................................................................................... 828Graduate Project Management Certificate................................................................................... 829

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SCIENCES.............. 831Environmental Sustainability Certificate....................................................................................... 831Cultural Studies and Communications Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................ 832Leadership Communication in Organizations Certificate (Undergraduate).................................. 834Communications and Technology Certificate (Undergraduate) ................................................... 835Marketing and Sales Communication Certificate (Undergraduate).............................................. 837Journalism Certificate (Undergraduate) ....................................................................................... 838

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES................................ 840Graduate Mediation Certificate .................................................................................................... 840Human Services Management Certificate ................................................................................... 841Gerontology Certificate ................................................................................................................ 843Family and Child Services Certificate .......................................................................................... 845Addictions Certificate ................................................................................................................... 847Military Family Counseling Certificate.......................................................................................... 850

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND NURSING .... 851Academic Progression Requirements for all Current Nursing Programs (excluding BSN/I) ........ 851Graduate Health Care Informatics Certificate .............................................................................. 853Gerontology Health Care Certificate Program ............................................................................. 854Long Term Care Certificate Program........................................................................................... 855Health Management Certificate Program..................................................................................... 856Health and Wellness Administration Certificate ........................................................................... 858Health and Wellness Administration Foundations Certificate (Undergraduate)........................... 860Electronic Health Records Certificate .......................................................................................... 862Electronic Health Records Fundamentals Certificate (Undergraduate) ....................................... 863Emergency Management Certificate Program............................................................................. 865Graduate Nursing/Health Care Education Certificate .................................................................. 866

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION........................................... 868Administration and Supervision Certificate Program (California)................................................. 868Principal Licensure Certificate Program (Utah)............................................................................ 871Principal Licensure Certificate Program (Colorado)..................................................................... 873California Teachers of English Learners Certificate..................................................................... 876Transition to Teaching Certificate/Elementary Education (Indiana)............................................. 877Transition to Teaching Certificate/Secondary Education (Indiana).............................................. 880Certificate in Special Education (Nevada) ................................................................................... 883Certificate in Special Education (Colorado) ................................................................................. 885

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CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY ................................................................................................... 888

Advanced Virtualization Certificate (Undergraduate)................................................................... 888Advanced Cloud Computing Certificate (Undergraduate) ........................................................... 889Advanced Software Developer Certificate (Undergraduate)........................................................ 891Programming Certificate (Undergraduate)................................................................................... 892Advanced Networking Certificate (Undergraduate) ..................................................................... 894Advanced Multimedia Development Certificate (Undergraduate)................................................ 896Advanced Information Systems Security Certificate (Undergraduate) ........................................ 897Advanced Business Analytics Certificate (Undergraduate) ......................................................... 899Database Administration Certificate (Undergraduate) ................................................................. 900Information Assurance and Security Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................... 902Multimedia Development Certificate (Undergraduate)................................................................. 903Advanced Mobile Development Certificate (Undergraduate) ...................................................... 904Cisco Networking Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................................................ 906Desktop Support Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................................................. 908Network Support Certificate (Undergraduate) ............................................................................. 909Web Administration Certificate (Undergraduate) ......................................................................... 910A+ Fundamentals Certificate ....................................................................................................... 912Health Care Information Technology Certificate (Undergraduate) .............................................. 912Network+ Technologies Certificate .............................................................................................. 914Cisco Networking Fundamentals ................................................................................................. 915Graduate Business Analytics Certificate...................................................................................... 916Graduate Information Systems Audit and Control Certificate ...................................................... 917Graduate Information Systems Management Certificate............................................................. 919

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS FOR THE COLLEGE OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND SECURITY ... 920Criminal Justice Management Certificate (Undergraduate) ......................................................... 920Cybercrimes Certificate (Undergraduate) .................................................................................... 922Human Services and the Criminal Justice System Certificate (Undergraduate) ......................... 923Criminal Justice Security Certificate (Undergraduate) ................................................................. 925Certificate Awards........................................................................................................................ 926Accreditation and Affiliations........................................................................................................ 926

TUITION AND FEES ................................................................................................................................. 927UNDERGRADUATE (Online)......................................................................................................... 927GRADUATE (Online)...................................................................................................................... 928

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

ACADEMIC CABINET............................................................................................................................... A-8

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

Academic Dean............................................................................................................................. A-9Associate Dean............................................................................................................................. A-9Assistant Dean.............................................................................................................................. A-9Campus College Chairs ................................................................................................................ A-9Program Managers ....................................................................................................................... A-9Campus Area Chairs..................................................................................................................... A-9Faculty .......................................................................................................................................... A-9

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

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

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX SCHOOL OF BUSINESS ................................................................ A-10Executive Dean........................................................................................................................... A-10Dean of Operations..................................................................................................................... A-10Associate Dean........................................................................................................................... A-10Assistant Dean............................................................................................................................ A-10Campus College Chairs .............................................................................................................. A-10Program Managers ..................................................................................................................... A-11Campus Area Chairs................................................................................................................... A-11Faculty ........................................................................................................................................ A-11

COLLEGE OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY ................................................ A-11Executive Dean........................................................................................................................... A-11Associate Dean........................................................................................................................... A-11Campus College Chairs .............................................................................................................. A-11Program Managers ..................................................................................................................... A-11Campus Area Chairs................................................................................................................... A-11Faculty ........................................................................................................................................ A-11

COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES AND NURSING................................................................... A-12Executive Dean........................................................................................................................... A-12Academic Dean........................................................................................................................... A-12Associate Dean........................................................................................................................... A-12Assistant Dean- Division of Nursing............................................................................................ A-12Assistant Dean- Division of Health Sciences .............................................................................. A-12Campus College Chairs .............................................................................................................. A-12Program Managers ..................................................................................................................... A-12

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Campus Area Chairs .................................................................................................................. A-12Faculty ........................................................................................................................................ A-12

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION ......................................................................................................... A-12Executive Dean........................................................................................................................... A-12Dean of Operations..................................................................................................................... A-12Associate Dean........................................................................................................................... A-12Assistant Dean............................................................................................................................ A-12Campus College Chairs.............................................................................................................. A-12Program Managers ..................................................................................................................... A-12 Campus Area Chairs ................................................................................................................. A-13Faculty ........................................................................................................................................ A-13

SCHOOL OF ADVANCED STUDIES............................................................................................ A-13Executive Dean........................................................................................................................... A-13Academic Dean - Research and Scholarship ............................................................................. A-13Dean of Operations..................................................................................................................... A-13Academic Dean of Instruction..................................................................................................... A-13Associate Dean........................................................................................................................... A-13Assistant Dean............................................................................................................................ A-13Campus College Chairs.............................................................................................................. A-13Campus Area Chairs .................................................................................................................. A-13Faculty ........................................................................................................................................ A-13

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University of Phoenix, 2014-2015UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX

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.....................................................................................................................................................................................UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX

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.

...........................................................................................Mission

The Mission of University of Phoenix is to provide access to higher education opportunities that enable students to develop the knowl-edge and skills necessary to achieve their professional goals, improve the productivity of their organizations, and provide lead-ership and service to their communities.

...........................................................................................Purposes

1. To facilitate cognitive and affective student learning-knowledge, skills, and values - and to promote use of that knowledge in the student's workplace. 2. 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. 3. 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

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from the current practice of their professions.4. To provide General Education and foundational instruction and services that prepare students to engage in a variety of university curricula.5. 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. 6. To assess student learning and use assessment data to improve the teaching/learning system, curriculum, instruction, learning resources, counseling and student services. 7. To be organized as a for-profit institution in order to foster a spirit of innovation that focuses on providing academic quality, service, excellence, and convenience to the working student.8. To generate the financial resources necessary to support the University’s mission.

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

Regional AccreditationUniversity of Phoenix is accredited by The Higher Learning Com-mission and is a member of the North Central Association. Univer-sity of Phoenix was placed on Notice by The Higher Learning Commission, effective June 27, 2013. Notice is a Commission sanc-tion indicating that an institution is pursuing a course of action that, if continued, could lead it to be out of compliance with one or more Criteria for Accreditation. An institution on Notice remains accredited. At the end of the Notice period, The Higher Learning Commission Board of Trustees may remove the sanction, place the institution on Probation if the identified concerns have not been addressed, or take other action. For additional information, contact The Higher Learning Commission, ncahlc.org

The Higher Learning Commission230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-

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