VOLLMER UNIVERSITY

Catalog

January 1, 2019 – January 1, 2020

22600 Savi Ranch Road, A-13, Suite 1 Yorba Linda, CA 92887

www.vollmeruniversity.com

Phone: (833) 468-6556 Fax: (714) 364-0071

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Table of Contents MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT………………………………………....………………………4

VOLLMER UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2019-2020 ............................................. 6

VOLLMER UNIVERSITY HOLIDAYS 2019-2020 .................................................................... 6

VOLLMER UNIVERSITY DEGREES OFFERED ...................................................................... 7

GENERAL INFORMATION ......................................................................................................... 8

Mission Statement ..................................................................................................................... 8

Objectives................................................................................................................................... 8

Facility ........................................................................................................................................ 8

Faculty Mentored Approach .................................................................................................... 9

Credit Unit Measure ................................................................................................................. 9

Approval Disclosure Statement ............................................................................................... 9

PRE-ADMISSION ........................................................................................................................ 10

Distance Learning Education Methodology ............................................................................. 10

Skill Level ................................................................................................................................ 10

Requirements for Students..................................................................................................... 11

Distance Formats .................................................................................................................... 12

Technology Equipment ........................................................................................................... 12

How Does Distance Learning Work? .................................................................................... 13

ADMISSIONS .............................................................................................................................. 14

Applying for Admission ........................................................................................................... 14

Certification Admission Requirements ................................................................................. 14

Graduate Admission Requirements ...................................................................................... 15

International Students Admission Requirements ................................................................ 15

Academic Credential Evaluations from Other Colleges and Universities ......................... 16

TRANSFER OF CREDIT............................................................................................................. 16

Transferring Credits .................................................................................................................. 16

Credit for Military Experience .............................................................................................. 17

UNIVERSITY POLICIES ............................................................................................................ 17

Policy Regarding Updating Vollmer University Catalog .................................................... 17

Statement of Non-Discrimination .......................................................................................... 17

Attendance & Participation Policies ..................................................................................... 18

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Make-up and Accountability ................................................................................................. 19

Cancelation, Withdrawal, and Refund Rights ..................................................................... 19

Leave of Absence Policy ......................................................................................................... 19

Re-entry Policy ........................................................................................................................ 20

Academic Probation Policy .................................................................................................... 20

Student Appeal Policy............................................................................................................. 20

Disclosure and Retention of Education Records .................................................................. 21

Suspension and Dismissal ....................................................................................................... 21

Satisfactory Progress Policy ................................................................................................... 21

Student Grievance Procedures .............................................................................................. 21

Student Records ...................................................................................................................... 22

Student Conduct...................................................................................................................... 22

Ground for Disciplinary Action ............................................................................................. 22

Academic Integrity Policy ...................................................................................................... 22

Student Rights Policy .............................................................................................................. 23

Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) .............................................................................. 23

Institutional Policy on Drugs and Alcohol ............................................................................ 24

Hypothetical Refund Example ............................................................................................... 26

ACADEMIC SERVICES ............................................................................................................. 26

Academic Consultation ........................................................................................................... 26

Library Resources ................................................................................................................... 27

Access to Vollmer University Library................................................................................... 28

Career Services........................................................................................................................ 28

Housing .................................................................................................................................... 28

Fees and Payments ........................................................................................................................ 28

Schedule of Tuition & Fees .................................................................................................... 28

Additional Fees ........................................................................................................................ 29

GRADING SCALE ...................................................................................................................... 29

Academic Performance Grades ............................................................................................. 30

Non-Numerical Course Codes ............................................................................................... 30

Credit Hours ............................................................................................................................ 31

Degree Programs Offered ............................................................................................................. 32

Certificate Programs Offered ........................................................................................................ 32

Degree Requirements .................................................................................................................... 32

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Master’s Degree ........................................................................................................................ 32

Minimum Graduation Requirements ................................................................................... 32

Certificate Requirements .............................................................................................................. 32

Certificate Program ................................................................................................................... 32

Minimum Graduation Requirements ................................................................................... 33

MISSIONS AND THE OBJECTIVES OF EACH EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS .................. 33

Master of Science in Criminal Justice Management ........................................................... 33

Master of Science in Emergency Services Administration ................................................. 33

Certificate in Executive Leadership Studies......................................................................... 34

Certificate in Intelligence Studies .......................................................................................... 35

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE MANAGEMENT ...................................... 35

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN EMERGNCY SERVICES ADMINISTRATION .......................... 36

CERTIFICATE IN EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP STUDIES ..................................................... 36

CERTIFICATE IN INTELLIGENCE STUDIES ......................................................................... 36

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS.......................................................................................................... 37

Master of Science in Criminal Justice ...................................................................................…...37

Master of Science in Emergency Service Administration ………………………………………….…………39

Certificate in Executive Leadership Studies ................................................................................. 40

Certificate in Intelligence Services ............................................................................................... 41

FACULTY & THEIR QUALIFICATIONS ................................................................................. 42

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Acting, Learning and Thinking Strategically A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Welcome to Vollmer University, where our mission is to prepare and educate our

students in skill sets required to lead the next generation of public safety professions

for an unknown future.

Vollmer University focuses on students who are committed to public sector service. We

instruct the academic, theoretical, systems and practical application of concepts and

models applicable to solving todays and tomorrows challenges. Our curriculum requires

a dedication to substantial analytical and decision-making methodology, coupled with

collaborative communication skills and the ability to understand community needs.

August Vollmer introduced the concepts of training and education of American Police Officers. This

revolutionary idea was given substantial momentum by the 1931 Wickersham Commission that stressed

subscription to professionalism and its mandate to teach and to educate public safety officers. He was

influential in developing university-level courses dealing with public safety, including forensics and

criminology. He was widely credited with fostering the first performance measurement program in the

United States and played a prominent role in the inception of a standardized crime reporting system. His

efforts to separate politics from the law enforcement profession were pioneering and contributed to the

professional standing of today’s public safety services.

Vollmer University stands as a disciple of the Vollmerian system that spreads the demand for

professionalism in all of public safety. He was the founder and first president of the organization now

known as the American Society of Criminology, a profession standards service organization that presents

the August Vollmer Award to a distinguished criminologist. August Vollmer’s lifelong commitment to

education and the advancement of technology is reflected in the overriding mission and curriculum here

at Vollmer University.

Courses will emphasize meeting the needs and goals of not only academic rigor but also the creation of a

continuing evaluation of community issues on a regional, local and national basis long after graduation.

This will include embracing the concept of practice management. Practice Management ensures that skills

learned within the curriculum will soon be reflected in the policies and procedures regarding human

resource management, community environment public safety services, and organizational management

by our graduates. In addition, our graduates will be expected to promote competency and enhancement

of their profession by participating in personal and professional development through continuing

education, training, and research, long after they achieve completion of coursework. Emphasis will also

be placed on the promotion of competency and active involvement in professional organizational

affiliations that advance the science and art of public sector safety service.

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Finally, all students of the University will meet the challenge of completing a graduate Capstone Project

that will be directed by our faculty with the support and contributions of the executive level of regional

and state public sector safety professionals. The Capstone Project will address our communities most

‘wicked problems’ with creative and sound working applications/plans that can become transferable to

real-world settings. By bridging the gap between academia and the practical world of public sector safety

services, Vollmer University will establish a 21st-century approach to academics and community service.

An ancillary responsibility of Vollmer University is the establishment of a research base that will retain the

student's Capstone Projects for future use by community leaders. We will offer our University’s resources

to communities and seek out issues requiring resolution. In this way, our students can challenge

themselves in an academic environment that explores creative solutions of our most pressing issues.

This will be accomplished through the diligent instruction and dedication of our knowledgeable

professional faculty, their relationships, contacts, and expertise that is energized to continuously improve

public sector safety services. We will commit resources and the intellectual wisdom that comes from our

faculty and administration to leave a footprint with our students’ efforts, on behalf of a deserving

community.

It is the Vision of Vollmer University that our students will act, learn and think more strategically and

focus on creating public value in services and governance provided to our communities.

Join Vollmer University in our efforts to make a difference with our students and faculty on behalf of communities that deserve the very best in public sector services. Dr. Joseph C. De Ladurantey President, Vollmer University

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VOLLMER UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2019-2020

Fall Session II October 24, 2019 – December 18, 2019

Winter Break December 19, 2019 – January 2, 2020

Winter Session January 3, 2020 – February 26, 2020

Spring Session l February 27, 2020 – April 23, 2020

Spring Break April 24, 2020 – April 30, 2020

Spring Session ll May 1, 2020 – June 25, 2020

Summer Session June 26, 2020 – August 20, 2020

Summer Break August 21, 2020 – August 27, 2020

Fall Session I August 28, 2020 – October 22, 2020

Fall Session II October 23, 2020 – December 17, 2020

Winter Break December 18, 2020 – January 1, 2021

Winter Session January 2, 2021 – February 25, 2021

Spring Session l February 26, 2021 – April 22, 2021

Spring Break April 23, 2021 – April 29, 2021

Spring Session ll April 30, 2021 – June 24, 2021

Summer Session June 25, 2021 – August 19, 2021

Summer Break August 20, 2021 – August 26, 2021

Fall Session I August 27, 2021 – October 21, 2021

Fall Session II October 22, 2021 – December 16, 2021

VOLLMER UNIVERSITY HOLIDAYS 2019-2020

2019 2020 New Year’s Day Jan 1(Tue) Jan 1 (Wed) Martin Luther King, Jr., Day Jan 21 (Mon) Jan 20 (Mon)

Presidents Day Feb 18 (Mon) Feb 17 (Mon)

Good Friday Apr 19 (Fri) April 30 (Fri)

Memorial Day May 27 (SUN)) May 25 (Mon)

Independence Day Jul 4 (Thru) Jul 4 (Sat)

Labor Day Sep 2 (Mon) Sep 7 (Mon)

Thanksgiving Holiday Nov 28 (Thurs) Nov 26 (Thurs)

Christmas Holiday Dec 24 & 25 (Wed, Thursday) Dec 25 (Fri)

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VOLLMER UNIVERSITY DEGREES OFFERED

Master of Science in Criminal Justice Management Master of Science in Emergency Services Administration

Certificate in Intelligence Studies Certificate in Executive Leadership Studies

Instructional Location: Our office is at 22600 Savi Ranch Road, A-13, Suite 1, Yorba Linda, CA 92887

Since our programs are online the actual classroom will be on www.vollmeruniversity.com

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Mission Statement

As a premier institution of learning, The Mission of Vollmer University is to prepare, educate and

strengthen our students in skill sets required to act, learn and think strategically as they lead the next

generation of public safety professions to an unknown future. We embrace practice management in an

academically rigorous environment to instill the values and decision making that is required in

leadership positions that serve and demand public value.

Objectives

To attain our Mission we focus on the following objectives:

A challenging and robust curriculum that focuses on real community issues in the public sector

A committed faculty that is dedicated to substantial analytical methodology, coupled with

collaborative learning and communication skills

To emphasize the importance of critical thinking, problem solving and the pursuit and

maximization of additional responsibility for community leadership

Attention will be placed on creating, maintaining and sustaining public value and collaborative

governance in all public safety services our students’ impact

Emphasis will be placed on our students combining management AND leadership skills in a

manner that is displayed daily as they go about executing their duties

While they may not be able to solve all the ‘wicked problems’ faced by our communities, lessons

learned at Vollmer University will provide a strong foundation for amelioration, resolution and a

reduction of those problems to manageable proportions

Developing a strong Capstone curriculum that challenges each student to make a significant

contribution to the research needed in the public safety sector

Facility

The school located on the second floor of a two-story building. The school facility has a station for viewing in groups of up to 10 patrons to watch videos for educational purposes, and it has sufficient parking available in front of the building. The facility has an administrative office. The restroom is accessible in the building. Instruction is provided in the office. The facility complies with the Americans with Disability Act. Instruction provided in the administration office.

Vollmer University office is located in the city of Yorba Linda, about twenty-seven miles from the ocean. Yorba Linda (Spanish for "Beautiful Yorba") is a suburban city in Orange County, California, approximately 37 miles (60 km) southeast of Downtown Los Angeles. The suburb's most famous resident was Richard Nixon. His birthplace is a National Historic Landmark, at his presidential library and museum located there. Yorba Linda has several major highways and roads that are important throughout the city.

The university has invested in equipment, representing long-term commitments to fulfill its mission. The University owns and controls all equipment purchased with university funds. Custody and use of all assets is the responsibility within the university.

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Faculty Mentored Approach

Vollmer University’s faculty have distinguished academic credentials and professional experience from across the U.S. and from around the world. The rich diversity of the faculty brings to the University a variety of cultural perspectives and international experience. The faculty has lots of expertise and experience, and are highly qualified and trained specifically to teach online and provide individual support. Faculty at Vollmer University offers a unique mentoring approach to independent distance learners, based on a proven educational model helping them build their professional experience, in addition to helping them build a relevant professional network. This ensures that with Vollmer University online degree programs, students will have the personalized attention they need for academic success. Faculty mentoring provides important personal attention while allowing students to use their individual learning style.

Credit Unit Measure

Vollmer University awards credit earned based on credit unit hours. Most courses carry 3 credit units. It

is expected that a student taking the course of a 3-credit units will need to spend approximately 8-15

hours per week on learning experiences such as reading and study; research; faculty mentor-student

interaction; demonstration of defined learning outcomes through assignments; papers and projects;

examinations; and assessment of performance.

Approval Disclosure Statement

Vollmer University and any of its degree programs have not been accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. A graduate of the degree program will not be eligible to sit for the applicable licensure exam in California and other states. A degree program that is unaccredited or a degree from an unaccredited institution is not recognized for some employment positions, including, but not limited to, positions with the State of California, a student enrolled in an unaccredited institution is not eligible for federal financial aid programs.

This Institution is a private institution approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. (BPPE) Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of title 5 of the California code of Regulations.

This institution has not had a pending petition in bankruptcy, is not operating as a debtor in possession and has not filed a bankruptcy petition within the preceding five years nor has had a petition in bankruptcy filed against it within the preceding five years that resulted in reorganization under chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code.

As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement. You are also encouraged to review the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement.

Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at 2535 Capitol Oaks Dr., #400 Sacramento, CA 95833, P.O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798, www.bppe.ca.gov, toll free telephone number (888) 370-7589 Fax (916) 263-1897

A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling toll free (888) 370-7589 or by completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the bureau's Internet Web site www.bppe.ca.gov.

http://www.bppe.ca.gov/

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PRE-ADMISSION

Distance Learning Education Methodology

Vollmer University courses are taught using a web platform for course instructions via the internet to send

and receive course information and interactions between students and instructors. Distance Learning

removes the traditional boundaries of time and location to offer students and faculty the flexibility not

often found in other academic situations. Students can set their own pace and choose the most

convenient time and place to study.

These courses offered to students are delivered in a web-based accessible via the internet through

platforms. The Web-based course management system designed to allow students and faculty to

participate in classes, interact, and engage in the learning process. The students require to log onto a

specified URL to participate in the class and to use tools and links for class activities and assignments.

These classes do not require the student to attend class meetings in person or on campus but require

participation in a timely manner to review course materials and to submit their assignments.

Teaching and tutorial services are provided by a core faculty of renowned academics from various

universities, with the interaction between students and instructors taking place online. All the phases of

the course administration, from registration, student tests, assignments, feedback, and grading are

handled on the platform available to both students and instructors.

Skill Level

Vollmer University Distance Education or Technology Driven Delivery Modality (online platform) offer

students additional and broader educational opportunities and flexibilities, especially to those students

who have limited resources, time or flexible schedule to attend on-ground or face-to-face programs. At

the same time, students must have basic computer skills to be eligible to start distance education learning.

At Vollmer University each student will be evaluated by going through the following steps prior to the

admission process in order to determine whether the student has the minimum required skills and

competencies to succeed in online education.

1. Students should take a survey to be evaluated for being a self-motivated independent learner for

an online program. There will be three (3) points for answering strongly agree, two (2) points for

moderately agree and one (1) point for strongly disagree. If a student earns a score 43 or more,

he/she may be self-motivated and ready for distance education. If they score 23 to 42 points, an

online course may work for the student, but they need to make some adjustment in their schedule

and study habits in order to succeed. If they score 22 or less, online education may not be the

best alternative for the student.

2. Furthermore, Vollmer University staff will interview the potential student to find out their goals

and objectives and why they choose a certain program and how competent they are to complete

their program. Through this Process Vollmer University faculty will reconfirm and find out how

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committed the students are and whether they are ready, willing and able to be admitted to

Vollmer University, start and finish their program.

3. Vollmer University staff will reconfirm and make sure that each potential student has access to a

computer and customary software applications for their online assignments, homework, and

communications.

4. Vollmer University staff will check and test students’ computer skills and competency to make

sure they understand distance education and what it takes to succeed and complete their

program. Students go through 2 hours of training per week for 3 weeks to practice and review:

• Word documents • Where is the newsgroup? • How to read or write in a newsgroup. • How to communicate with classmates through newsgroup • How to post homework • How to use the library • What is in the student website? • Which newsgroup is read or write? • How to use the platform • How to get in touch with Tech Support • How to manage their time and succeed in their program and more…

Each week students will be evaluated and finally, after the 3rd week, Vollmer University Student

Services will check their technical competency, their personal commitments, and their ability, to make

sure they are ready, willing and able to start admission. If our evaluation indicates that student is not

ready to be admitted to the school, we will continue with the second session of training. After all, we

will not admit any students until we are fully confident of their technical ability and their competency

for success.

In addition, potential students will be informed that they must spend online at least 8 to 10 hours for

Certificate per week, 11 to 12 hours per week for Master Degree to be able to succeed and learn, and

earn their degrees. These suggested amounts of time are to read, study and to do homework

assignments. A student who may need additional skills may register for computer skill workshops prior

to taking an Internet-based class.

Requirements for Students

A mature learning style and the ability to be organized and self-motivated.

Effective written communication skills and the ability to understand written information and communication.

Have daily to weekly activities and assignments with strictly enforced deadlines.

Mandatory class participation as required by the instructor and Vollmer University attendance policy.

Ability to contact the instructor independently via telephone or email in a timely manner with questions or problems.

Course roster will include students’ email account for communication between students and instructor and general important information concerning class startup, including instructions on how to access the course website.

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Possession of a Vollmer University student identification number for access to online resources and a student ID card for proctored test.

Technology Equipment Requirements and Specifications for Synchronous and Asynchronous delivery modalities

Distance Formats

Asynchronous Delivery - Single direction communication techniques are used extensively, so students do not have to routinely access course material at specific times. Students may view materials at their convenience, as long as weekly assignments and other projects are completed as required and submitted within the deadline.

Synchronous Delivery - Occasionally the faculty will use two-way communication techniques, such as chat- or web-conferencing to enhance the delivery of topics in any course.

Technology Equipment

Technology Equipment for online, synchronous and asynchronous delivery modalities will be set up for an

on-line platform through the use of Moodle.

All students require:

Java versions 1.7 upgrading all the times

250 MB free disk space for program installation and platform

Soundcard with speakers and microphone or headset (or telephone for Telephony users)

Internet connection – broadband, cable or DSL recommended Windows Client

Windows 10 or latest

3 GHz processor or better

1 GB RAM or higher Apple Client

Mac OS X 10.9 or latest

G4, G5 or Intel Processor i5 core

1 GB RAM or higher Linux Client

Red Hat Linux (RHEL4), Novell SUSE 10

Pentium III 1 GHz processor

1 GB RAM or higher Using the new, “multiple video streams” option will potentially require more internet bandwidth. Both the students and the instructor will still have the ability to change the quality of the video streams coming through, so if they are experiencing lag, they can just adjust the video streams to a lower visual quality. If

students are split into groups and the instructor has a different video for each group, then only the instructors’ bandwidth would take a hit. (Since groups can only see the video meant for them – assuming this is even an option)

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Subject: BigBlue for synchronous delivery modality

Latest version enhancements include:

• Video • Ability for multiple video streams to be displayed simultaneously • Up to 15 people can share video simultaneously • User selectable video focus • Chat – Supervised (available in BigBlue chat) • Provides visual notification of the fact that Moderators see all chat (including private) • Synchronized Notes • Enhanced accessibility of Notes with configurable font sizes Headset: Logitech ClearChat Comfort USB Frequency response: Headset: 20-20,000Hz, Microphone: 100-10,000Hz Sensitivity: 62dBV/µBar, 42dBV/PA+/-3dB Cable length: 8 feet Compatible with USB (1.1 and 2.0) Webcam: Logitech QuickCam for Notebooks using Windows 7, 8, and 10 We strongly recommend separate noise cancelling mic and headset to reduce noise feedback.

How Does Distance Learning Work?

Distance learning removes the traditional boundaries of time and location to offer you the flexibility not often found in other academic situations. You can set your own pace and choose the most convenient time and place to study.

Classes designated as distance involve a variety of delivery methods and require that students have access to equipment such as a desktop computer or laptop, or landline phone access. The student is not required to participate in a physical classroom, but may be required to return instructional materials by mail in some courses.

Distance education does not require the physical presence of students and faculty at the same location but provides for interaction between students and faculty by such means as telecommunication, correspondence, electronic and computer augmented education services, postal service, and facsimile transmission.

The school’s response to, or evaluation of, each student lesson is returned to the student within 10 days after the lesson and 30 days for capstone are received by the school; and the institution’s response to, or evaluation of, each student capstone project is returned to the student within 30 working days.

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Vollmer University-Curriculum Development Requirements

Each course in the curriculum is developed by the subject matter expert based on the Program Learning Outcome and Course Objective Learning. The Program Learning Outcome is reviewed annually for improvement aligning with industry practices and educational advancement. The subject matter experts are faculty selected based on their educational background, professional practices and teaching experience in online formats. The faculty must possess at least a Master’s degree from an accredited institution from the US or assessed equivalency from the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) to maintain a high level of rigor and quality. The faculty developing curriculum, follow the Vollmer University procedure for online courses. The courses have to meet the minimum requirements outlined in each program as Program Learning Outcome.

ADMISSIONS

Applying for Admission

A comprehensive application is comprised of all vocational, professional, and academic education. Official

transcripts from previously attended colleges or universities must be provided prior to enrollment.

Transcripts must include all educational levels. Foreign transcripts must be translated into English to

ensure accuracy in awarding credits and in determining the eligibility of the student.

Application materials will be evaluated to determine the amount of credit that will be allowed for past

academic learning. From that evaluation, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) will be designed for

each student. This IEP demonstrates how the student may achieve his or her degree goal in the most

direct way and with the least tuition cost.

The applicant will be notified of acceptance with an official letter containing an Enrollment Agreement

(EA). Upon receipt of the IEP and the EA, the applicant should take note of what must be accomplished

academically as well as the total cost. At that point, the applicant can make the decision to enroll or cancel

the application procedure. Vollmer University reserves the right to reject any and all applicants. In

addition, the Vollmer University reserves the right to reject documentation and to request verification of

documents necessary. Additional documentation in support of an applicant’s candidacy may be requested

as deemed necessary by the Vollmer University. Application documents are the property of the Vollmer

University and will not be returned to the applicant.

This school does not admit ATB students. Ability-to-benefit (ATB) student is a student who does not have

a certificate of graduation from a school providing secondary education, or a recognized equivalent of

that certificate.

Certification Admission Requirements

Prior to entering Vollmer University for certification admission, it is required that students must have taken minimum associate degree for Intelligence studies certificate, bachelor’s degree for Executive Leadership Studies;

Applicants are eligible for admission at the certificate level by meeting one of the following criteria:

Certificate in Intelligence Studies applicants must possess a minimum of an associate degree

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with a grade point average of 2.0 ("C" average) or Completion of 60 semester or 90 quarter credit units of study, including the General Education requirements or military units as approved by dean of academic. Satisfaction of above criteria will be determined by an in-depth evaluation conducted by an agency recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation, consisting of formal education, specialized training, or military education or at minimum Intermediate Certificate approved by the California Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.).

Except for Executive Leadership Studies certification applicants must have possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0. Vollmer University will evaluate unrelated Bachelor’s Degrees.

A letter of recommendation from a teacher, organization, public service agencies or interview with dean.

A personal statement regarding student desire to study at Vollmer University.

Graduate Admission Requirements

An individual is eligible for admission at the Master’s level by meeting one of the following criteria:

Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0. Vollmer University will evaluate unrelated Bachelor’s Degree and may recommend prerequisite courses to prepare students for a Master’s degree. Or,

Possession of a Master’s Degree. Or,

Consideration will be given to waiving one or two elective courses (6.00 units) for those students who:

Lieutenant (equivalent or above) AND A graduate of Command College or The National FBI Academy

Prior Graduate Units:

Students who have completed six (6) graduate units may transfer units to satisfy elective courses.

A letter of recommendation from a teacher, organization, public service agencies or interview with Dean.

A personal statement regarding student desire to study at Vollmer University.

International Students Admission Requirements

Applicants whose native language is not English, in addition to the above, must also demonstrate

proficiency in English by satisfying one of the following requirements:

Submit official results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), or International English Language Testing System (IELTS), with a minimum score of

o Master’s Degree and certificates program: TOEFL 530 (PBT) or 71 (iBT), IELTS 6.5

Submit official transcripts stating the student’s completion of six (6) semester hours (or equivalent) of college-level English (excluding English as a Second Language [ESL] courses) with a grade of C or higher; or

Submit documentation that the student has successfully completed courses conducted in the English language with a minimum grade of C (2.0) or higher.

The student has studied in an English speaking country as evidenced by a transcript.

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English language services, including instruction such as ESL, are not provided by this institution. All

instruction at this institute will occur in English only.

No visa related services are offered.

Academic Credential Evaluations from Other Colleges and Universities

Students who wish to transfer credits from institutions based outside the United States or Canada must

first have those credits evaluated by an organization or agency accepted by Vollmer University. Vollmer

University recognizes all members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

A list of the members of NACES can be found at www.naces.org.

TRANSFER OF CREDIT

Transferring Credits

Vollmer University is a private institution that accepts transfer credits for college-level coursework from

licensed institutions up to (6) graduate unit for a degree program. Course transfers are accepted on an

individual basis. Students who wish to transfer credits from institutions based outside the United States

or Canada must first have those credits evaluated by an organization or agency accepted by Vollmer

University. Vollmer University recognizes all members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation

Services (NACES). A list of the members of NACES can be found at www.naces.org.

Vollmer University will accept transfer credits from classes taken from licensed institutions. The classes

must closely correspond with Vollmer University courses, and the student must have earned a grade of C

or higher to earn transfer credit, a student must follow these steps:

Step 1: Submit the Admission Application together with a letter stating a desire to transfer external university credits to (6) graduate unit for a degree program.

Step 2: Show that the class is equivalent to a class within Vollmer University. To do this, a student must submit a copy of the school catalog course description and course syllabus with the letter requesting transfer credits.

Step 3: Vollmer University will then process the credit transfer request.

Step 4: Notification of Vollmer University’s decision will be sent to the student via e-mail.

Students must request transfer credit for prior university learning immediately upon application to the

institution or as soon as the course has been completed to ensure that the students will receive accurate

advisement. Academic advisors cannot know which transfer credits a student has until he or she submits

them to the school.

A maximum of 6 credit units for the master’s degree may be accepted for transfer of credits. Transfer

units must be from a state-approved or accredited institution. Transfer credits do not figure into the

calculation of a student’s GPA.

This institution has not entered into an articulation or transfer agreement with any other college or

university.

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“NOTICE CONCERNING TRANSFERABILITY OF CREDITS AND CREDENTIALS EARNED AT OUR INSTITUTION”

“The transferability of credits you earn at Vollmer University is at the complete discretion of an institution

to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance of the degree you earn in the educational program is also

at the complete discretion of the institution to which you may seek to transfer. If the degree or credits

that you earn at this institution are not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer, you may

be required to repeat some or all of your course work at that institution. For this reason, you should make

certain that your attendance at this institution will meet your educational goals. This may include

contacting an institution to which you may seek to transfer after attending Vollmer University to

determine if your credits or degree will transfer.”

Credit for Military Experience

Transfer credits may be earned through Military Experience. We have designed our transfer credit policy

to minimize the loss of credit and avoid duplication of course work while maintaining the academic

integrity and educational effectiveness of our programs.

Vollmer University considers both military service and military coursework for academic credit. Veterans,

active-duty personnel, Guard and Reservists applying for admission to Vollmer University may be granted

academic credit on a case-by-case basis upon evaluation of official military transcripts. These include

Sailor/Marine ACE Registry Transcript System (SMARTS), Army/ACE Registry Transcript System (AARTS),

and Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) and the United States Coast Guard transcripts.

Course equivalencies and credit hours awarded for a particular Vollmer University degree programs are

determined by our school’s academic departments. Credit hours may be awarded for specific courses

toward degree requirements. The number of credit hours awarded will be determined by the school

academic department.

UNIVERSITY POLICIES

Policy Regarding Updating Vollmer University Catalog

Our catalog will be updated annually in January of every year and will be valid for a year. Annual updates

may be made by the use of supplements or inserts accompanying the catalog. If changes in educational

programs, educational services, procedures, or policies require to be included in the catalog by statute or

regulation are implemented before the issuance of the annually updated catalog, those changes shall be

reflected at the time they are made in supplements or inserts accompanying the catalog.

Prior to enrollment, Vollmer University shall provide a prospective student with a school catalog,

electronically via our website or email.

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Vollmer University does not deny admission or discriminate against students the basis of Race, Color,

Religion, Sex, Age, Handicap, Financial Status, Area of Origin, Residence, Sexual Orientation, from

participation in any of the University's activities. Vollmer University will reasonably accommodate

applicants and students with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

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Attendance & Participation Policies

Students taking classes in an accelerated format are expected to attend each week. Attendance is defined

as participating in an academic activity within the online classroom, which includes posting in a graded

discussion forum or submitting a written assignment. Postings not related to graded discussion forums or

written assignments not related to the actual assignment may be reviewed and disqualified for

attendance purposes.

Students who do not attend at least one class in seven consecutive day period will be issued an attendance

warning. Students who do not attend at least once in any 14 consecutive day period will be dropped from

the course and administratively withdrawn from the University retroactive to the last date of recorded

attendance. Students who attend on the first day following 14 consecutive days of non-attendance will

not be dropped from their course or administratively withdrawn.

Please refer to drop policies for grade implications when not meeting attendance requirements. Students

who drop a course or are dropped for not meeting attendance requirements and do not attend class

within 14 days of their last date of attendance will be administratively withdrawn from the University. The

University may schedule breaks during which no courses are scheduled. When this occurs, such as during

the annual winter break, the non-enrollment period may extend the 14-day limit to include the break.

Note: New students who do not meet attendance requirements for the first week of their first course will

be withdrawn from the course and must work with their Admissions Advisor to reschedule their

enrollment in the program.

As for participation, individual participation is required of each student for the successful completion of

this course to demonstrate familiarity with the assignments and the ability to transfer theory into practice.

Participation in class is required. An absence will result in not earning the points for participation for that

class. If a student is absent, he/she does not gain the benefit of class involvement and is not contributing

to the learning of other students in the class.

Some of the characteristics of effective class participation are:

1. Are the points that made relevant to the discussion in terms of increasing understanding, or are they merely a regurgitation of case facts?

2. Do the comments take into consideration the ideas offered by others earlier in the class, or are the points isolated and disjointed? The best contribution following the leadoff tends to be those, which reflect not only excellent preparation, but good listening, and interpretative and integrative skills, as well.

3. Do the comments show evidence of thorough reading and analysis of the case? 4. Does the participant distinguish among different kinds of data; that is, facts, opinions,

assumptions, and inferences? 5. Is there a willingness to test new ideas or are all comments “cautious/safe”? 6. Is the participant willing to interact with other class members by asking questions or

challenging conclusions?

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Make-up and Accountability

It is The Vollmer University policy that faculty members offer a reasonable opportunity for students to

complete missed classroom assignments, including written or oral examinations, quizzes, term papers, or

other assignments. Furthermore, the makeup assignments and grading scale should be equivalent to the

missed assignment and its grading scale.

Cancelation, Withdrawal, and Refund Rights The Student has the right to cancel this enrollment agreement and obtain a refund of charges paid through attendance at the first class session, or the seventh (7th) day after enrollment, whichever is later. Cancellation occurs when the student gives written notice of cancellation to the Director, at the address of the School, shown on this agreement. The Student can also mail, hand delivery, fax or telegram the cancellation. The written notice of cancellation, if sent by mail, is effective when deposited in the mail, properly addressed with prepaid postage. Cancellation notices are to be addressed to Vollmer University, 22600 Savi Ranch Road, A-13- Suite 1, CA 92887

REFUND POLICY: A pro refund pursuant to section 94910© or 94920(d) or 94927 of the code shall be no less than the total amount owned by the student for the portion of educational program provided subtracted from the amount paid by the student calculated as follows: The amount owed equals the daily charge for the program (total institutional charge, divided by the number of the days or hours in program), multiplied by the number of the days student attended, or was scheduled to attend, prior to withdrawal. No refunds are due wants the student has received 60% of the clock hours of instruction in any given period of attendance. For purposes of determining are refund, a student shall be considered to have withdrawn from an educational program when he she or she withdraws or is deemed withdrawn in accordance with the withdrawal policy stated in this institution’s catalog. If an institution has collected money from a student for transmittal on the student’s behalf to the third party for a bond, library usage, or fees for a license, application, or examination and the institution has not paid the money to the third party at the time of the student’s withdrawal or cancelation, the institution shall refund the money to the student within 45 days of the student’s withdrawal or cancelation. If the student has received federal student financial aid funds, the student is entitle to a refund of moneys not paid from federal student financial aid program funds. This institution shall refund any credit balance on the students account within 45 days after the date of the student’s completion of, or withdrawal from, the educational program in which the student was enrolled, excluding the non-refundable $50 Registration fee

Leave of Absence Policy

If a “Leave of Absence” is required, a student must submit in writing to the Student Service Department,

the basis of the request, expected return date and the initial date of request with the student's signature.

This does not automatically reflect the University's approval until the Dean of Academic will sign and

approve. A Leave of Absence may be limited to a specified amount of days (NOT TO EXCEED 360 DAYS).

Only one Leave of Absence will be granted for a student during any 12-month enrollment period. If the

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student’s leave of absence is NOT approved, the student will be considered to have withdrawn from the

University.

If the Leave of Absence is approved, the student may return prior to or at the end of the Leave of Absence

and resume training without paying additional tuition. Students requesting Leave of Absences must

understand that upon return, a revised course completion date will be established, which will delay their

graduation date.

Re-entry Policy

Students who re-enter the university after more than four consecutive semester of absence may require

entering the university under current program requirements. An exception to this requirement will be

made if the student has four or fewer courses left in his/her program, the re-entry is within two years,

and the university still offers the program. Students who leave the university due to military deployment

may request special re-admittance consideration.

If the student was in academic suspension status when he/she left the university, he/she will be required to appeal his or her status to the campus academic standards committee and his or her re-enrollment is conditioned upon a successful appeal with the committee. To apply for re-entry, complete the re-entry application and submit the non-refundable registration fee by the application deadline. Re-entry Fee: A $75.00 Re-entry Fee is due upon registration on re-entering the school.

Academic Probation Policy

As indicated under the section pertaining to Academic Policy, graduate student fail to achieve a cumulative grade point average of “B”, the student will be placed on academic probation until such time as their cumulative grade point average "B" for graduate. For our certificate program student must maintain “pass”. During that probationary period, the student must maintain the necessary cumulative grade point average of the program.

If a student maintains the necessary grade point average as mentioned above, probation will be removed. However, if the student fails to maintain the “pass” grade for certificate program and “B” grade point average for graduate program and/or is unable to achieve a cumulative grade point average within one evaluation period, the student will be dismissed from their program (unless extenuating circumstances are established).

Student Appeal Policy

A student, who wishes to appeal any disciplinary action and/or decision made by an Instructor, must submit a letter to the Dean of Academics to be reviewed by an Appeals Board. Students must provide supporting documentation along with their note to support his/her position and any mitigating circumstances that may have existed. This Appeals Board shall consist of three (3) attending members. The student will be notified of the Appeal Board decision within 30 days following the receipt of the student’s appeal. The decision of the Dean of Academic shall be final.

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Disclosure and Retention of Education Records

Students have the right to inspect, review, and challenge information contained in their education

records. Education records are defined as files, materials, and documents, which contain information

directly, related to the student and are maintained by the University. Written consent is required before

education records may be disclosed to third parties except for regulatory education agencies. A student

wishes to review their file must make an appointment with the Dean of Academics department. All

arrangements must be made during regular business hours. At no time may the student and or parent

remove, destroy and or damage any documents contents in the file. Student records are to be kept for

five years, student records or copy of degree and name of courses and transcripts will be available for

students permanently. Students must submit a written request to the University for an Official Copy of

the transcript.

Suspension and Dismissal

Vollmer University reserves the right to suspend or dismiss any student whose attendance, professional

conduct, or academic performance does not meet the university’s standards and/or who fails to abide by

the rules and regulations. Any student who has been suspended or dismissed may appeal the action by

following the student appeal procedures outlined in this catalog.

Satisfactory Progress Policy

In addition to completion of time frames, to be making satisfactory academic progress, a graduate student

must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above. Students receiving less than a 3.0 will be

placed on academic probation. Academic probation will be removed upon the successful completion of

deficiencies. To receive a certificate from Executive Studies or Intelligence Studies certificates programs,

a student must receive a “pass” in all courses of instruction. Any student dismissed for failure to meet the

academic requirements of the institution may appeal the dismissal by following the student appeals

procedure outlined in this catalog.

Student Grievance Procedures

If a student has a grievance and wishes it to be recognized as such, a written complaint must be submitted

to Vollmer University in letter format. The written grievance must clearly state the student's name, the

nature of the complaint, the name(s) of all parties directly involved in the complaint, and any appropriate

documentary evidence.

Steps towards resolution: based upon the information presented in the grievance, steps toward resolution

shall begin with informal discussions headed by the Dean of Academics. The resolution shall be attempted

at the lowest possible level. If a satisfactory solution cannot be reached within a reasonable period, the

grievance shall be scheduled for presentation to the Grievance Committee for hearing and appropriate

action. Informal discussion between persons directly involved in a grievance is essential in the early stages

of dispute reconciliation and shall be encouraged at all stages of the grievance procedure.

If informal recourse fails to resolve the grievance within 30 days after filing, the University Director will

schedule a Grievance Committee meeting. The members of the Committee will be (3) three. The

Committee will review and consider documentary records, which relate to the case, including the

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grievance and its supporting documentation and any documentary evidence or statement by the

person(s) against whom the complaint was filed. The committee and the University Director will arrive at

a fair and equitable decision. It is the University Directors final decision.

If students/school has exhausted procedures and the problem has not been resolved, they have the right to contact: Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education Department of Consumer Affairs 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive. Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833. (916) 431-6959 Fax (916) 263-1897

Student Records

The Family Right and Privacy Act of 1974 prohibit an institution from releasing the school records or any

other information about a student to any third party without the written consent of the student. Vollmer

university protects the privacy and confidentially of all student records. Students are guaranteed the right

to access their files. Student files of this period are maintained in fire retardant storage.

Students that have been dismissed for lack of satisfactory academic progress from any program may apply

to the Dean of Academics to be re-admitted by following the reinstatement procedures outlined in this

catalog.

A student may appeal the determination of unsatisfactory academic progress and/or their dismissal based

upon extenuating circumstances by following the Student Appeals Procedure outlined in this catalog.

Permanent transcripts of the student's progress record are maintained by the University and are available

upon written request by the student. There is a $20.00 charge for pick up and $40.00 for regular next day

mail.

Student Conduct

An important part of the training at Vollmer University includes the development of professional conduct.

Students are expected to conduct themselves in a business-like manner.

Ground for Disciplinary Action

1. Dishonesty, cheating, plagiarism, misrepresentation or furnishing false information, forgery, or misuse of academic or administrative materials.

2. Harassment, stalking, humiliation, name-calling, the use of insulting or offensive language, cyber-bullying, threatening communications, abuse and intimidation.

3. Conduct, in speech, written communication or behavior, that is racist, sexist, ageist, or that is otherwise prejudicial against a particular community or social group.

4. Disruption or obstruction of the normal operations of the University; including unauthorized use of any of the University’s facilities, informational or material properties, and resources.

5. Conduct that is disorderly, lewd, lascivious, indecent or otherwise inappropriate, or that constitutes a breach of the peace; including violation of the University’s policy that prohibits bringing alcohol, recreational drugs, or firearms onto University property.

6. Unsatisfactory Academic performance. 7. Unsatisfactory Attendance. 8. Failure to pay tuition (or other charges) when due. 9. Breach of University enrollment agreement.

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10. Falsifying University records.

Disciplinary action may include, but not limited to, a verbal or written warning, probation, suspension, or

dismissal. A student dismissed for unsatisfactory or unprofessional conduct may request re-admittance

into his or her program by following the procedure set forth under reinstatement as noted in this catalog.

Academic Integrity Policy At Vollmer University, we are committed to Academic Integrity and may use the current technology to check, and screen students and Faculty work to ensure Academic Integrity has been implemented.

Vollmer University contemplates and considers plagiarism as a severe issue, mainly when student or faculty copy someone’s work as his or her work. When someone intentionally represents someone else’s work as hers or his work, it is inappropriate and in violation of the Integrity Policy of the Vollmer university. Some of the examples of Intentional plagiarism are such as:

Copying documents and presenting that as his/her own work without any quotation, or acknowledgment of the original sources.

Cut and paste from work of others without quoting the reference.

Using others Discussion Postings.

Even Unintentional plagiarism is severe and could violate the Vollmer University Academic Integrity Policy.

Vollmer University will evaluate case by case, and the result or consequences could range from redoing

the work, or permanently being dismissed from the University.

Student Rights Policy

The Student's Rights Policy concerning enrollment states:

You may cancel your contract for enrollment agreement and obtain a refund of charges paid through

attendance at the first class session or the seventh day after enrollment, whichever is later as described

in the Notice of Cancellation form that will be given to you prior to the first day of class. Read the Notice

of Cancellation form for an explanation of your cancellation rights and responsibilities. If you have lost

your Notice of Cancellation form, ask the school for a sample copy.

After the end of the cancellation period, you also have the right to stop attending your program at any

time, and you have the right to receive a refund for the part of the course not taken. Your refund rights

are described in the contract. If you have lost your contract, ask the University for a Description of the

refund policy.

If the University closes before you graduate, you may be entitled to a refund. Contact the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at the address and telephone number printed below for information. If you have a complaint, questions, or problems that you cannot work out with the school, write or call the: Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833. Telephone: (916) 431-6959, Fax (916) 269-1897 Prior to signing your enrollment agreement, you must be given a catalog or brochure and a School

performance Fact Sheet, which you are encouraged to review prior to signing the agreement. These

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documents contain important policies performance data for this institution. The Institution is required to

have you sign and date the information included in the School performance Fact Sheet relating to

completion rates, placement rates, license examination passage rates, and salaries or wages, prior to

signing the agreement.

Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF)

Effective January 2015, all institutions will be required to collect the STRF assessment at the rate of zero cents ($.00) per thousand ($1000) of institutional charges. The authority for STRF assessment may be found in Title 5, California Code of Regulations, which reads: Amount of STRF Assessment. (a) Each qualifying institution shall collect an assessment of zero cents ($.00) per one thousand dollars ($1,000) of institutional charges, rounded to the nearest thousand dollars, from each student in an educational program who is a California resident or is enrolled in a residency program, if the student enrolled in the institution, prepaid tuition, paid the assessment, and suffered loss. You must pay the state-imposed assessment for the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) if all of the following applies to you: 1. You are a student, who is a California resident and prepays all or part of your tuition either by cash,

guaranteed student loans, or personal loans; and, 2. Your total charges are not paid by any third-party payer such as an employer, government program

or other payer unless you have a separate agreement to repay the third party. You are not eligible for protection from the STRF and you are not required to pay STRF assessment, if either of the following applies: 1. You are not a California resident. 2. Your total charges are paid by a third party, such as an employer, government program or other payer,

and you have no separate agreement to repay the third party. In addition to the statement described under subdivision (a) of this section, a qualifying institution shall include the following statement on its current schedule of student charges: The State of California created the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) to relieve or mitigate economic losses suffered by California residents whose students were attending certain schools regulated by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. You may be eligible for STRF if you are a California resident, prepaid tuition, paid the STRF assessment, and suffered an economic loss as a result of any of the following: 1. The school closed before the course of instruction was completed. 2. The school’s failure to pay refunds or charges on behalf of a student to a third party for license fees

or any other , or to provide equipment or materials for which a charge was collected within 180 days before the closure of the school.

3. The School’s failure to pay or reimburse loan proceeds under a federally guarantee student loan program as required by law or to pay or reimburse proceeds received by the school prior to closure in excess of tuition and other cost.

4. There was a decline in the quality of the course of instruction within 30 days before the school closure or if the decline began earlier than 30 days prior to closure, the period of decline determined by the Bureau.

5. An inability to collect on a judgment against the institution for a violation of the Act.

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“This institution does not have a pending petition for bankruptcy, is not operating as a debtor in

possession, has not filed a petition within the preceding five years, or has not had a petition in bankruptcy

filed against it within the preceding five years that resulted in reorganization under Chapter 11 of the

United States bankruptcy code (11 U.S.C. Sec. 1101 et seq.)”

Institutional Policy on Drugs and Alcohol

Vollmer University maintains a drug and alcohol-free school and workplace. In the interest of promoting health and safety and protecting our students, clients, and the School, we will not allow faculty, staff, or students to use, possess, sell, manufacture, purchase, or be under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, intoxicants, or controlled substances at any time while on School premises. Furthermore, the involvement of faculty, staff, and students in these activities off the job that results in negative effects on the School or its community raise significant concerns for the School. The following rules and standards of conduct apply to all faculty, staff, and students. The School strictly prohibits the following:

a. Possession, use, or being under the influence of alcohol, or an illegal drug, intoxicant, or

controlled substance while on the job as faculty, staff, or student; b. Distributing, selling, manufacturing, or purchasing – or attempting to distribute, sell,

manufacture, or purchase – an illegal drug, intoxicant, or controlled substance during working hours or while on School-owned, occupied property, or sponsored school function.

c. Violating any School rule or policy regarding alcohol and drug use. Faculty, Staff, and Students who violate the School’s drug and alcohol abuse policy will be removed, in accordance with due process, and procedural policies immediately. The School may also bring the matter to the attention of appropriate law enforcement authorities. Any conviction for criminal conduct involving illegal drugs, intoxicants, or controlled substances, whether on or off duty, or any violation of the School’s drug and alcohol abuse policy, may lead to disciplinary action, up to and including their dismissal from their duties and/or position at the School. Any Faculty, Staff, or Student’s conviction on a charge of sale, distribution, manufacturing – or attempted sale, distribution, or manufacturing – or possession of any controlled substance while off School property will not be tolerated because that conduct, even though off duty, reflects adversely on the School. The use of prescription drugs and/or over-the-counter drugs may also affect a Faculty, Staff, or Student’s job performance and seriously impair their work at the School. Any Faculty, Staff, or Student who is using prescription drugs that may impair his or her ability to safely perform the job or may affect the safety or well-being of others is required to submit a physician’s statement that the prescription drug use will not affect job safety. The Faculty, Staff, and Student are not required to identify the medication or the underlying illness. Various federal, state, and local laws protect the rights of individuals with disabilities and other with regards to the confidentiality of medical information, medical treatment and the use of prescription drugs and substances taken under medical supervision. Nothing contained in this policy is intended to violate or interfere with individual rights under these laws.

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The School will attempt to reasonably accommodate Faculty, Staff, and Students with chemical

dependencies (alcohol or drugs) if they voluntarily wish to seek treatment and/or rehabilitation. Faculty,

Staff, Student and Interns desiring that assistance should request an unpaid leave of absence for

treatment or rehabilitation. The School’s support for treatment and rehabilitation does not obligate the

School to employ any person who violates the School’s drug and alcohol abuse policy or whose job

performance is impaired as a result of dependency. The School’s support for treatment does not include

payment of said treatment.

Hypothetical Refund Example

Assume upon enrollment in a 480-hour course, you pay $6,444.00 for tuition and $ 50.00 for non-

refundable registration and withdraw after completing 120 hours of training (25%).

$6,494 ($6,444 Tuition + $50.00 non-refundable Registration Fee) Amount Paid - $50.00 Registration Fee

Retained by the School, Non-refundable X (.75) or 360 Hours of Instruction Paid for & Not Received

(Divided by) - 400 Hours of Instruction for which you have paid = $4,833.00 Actual Refund Amount.

For programs over 12 months, if you withdraw prior to the next 12-month period, all charges collected

for the next period will be refunded.

For the purpose of determining the amount you owe, you shall be deemed to have withdrawn from the

course when any of the following occurs:

(a) You notify School of your withdrawal or the actual date of withdrawal;

(b) School terminates your enrollment;

(c) You fail to attend classes for a three-week period (21 school days);

(d) You fail to return from a leave of Absence.

In this case, the date of withdrawal shall be deemed to be the last date of recorded attendance.

If any portion of your tuition was paid from loan proceeds, the refund will be sent to the lender or agency

that guaranteed the loan. Any remaining refund amount will first be used to repay any student financial

aid programs from which you received benefits, to the extent of benefits received. Any remaining amount

will be paid to you.

Vollmer University’s Right to Change Policies: Vollmer University reserves the right to change its policies

and adjust requirements and standards as described on this website and related documents at any time

without prior written notice. The University has made every reasonable effort to ensure the accuracy of

this catalog, its website and its associated web links, information, and resources. Courses, programs,

requirements, and other matters contained herein are subject to change without notice at any time due

to student enrollment, level of financial support or any other reason at the discretion of the University.

Vollmer University further reserves the right to add, amend, or repeal any of its rules, regulations, policies

and procedures consistent with applicable laws.

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ACADEMIC SERVICES

Academic Consultation

Students enrolled in the institution will have access to academic consultation services. Students are able

to interact with academic advisors via telephone, e-mail, printed materials, and other forms of

communication. Additionally, the instructors will have virtual office hours during which time they will

answer any questions and concerns of individual students. Each faculty will provide two (2) virtual office

hours five (5) days a week.

Library Resources

As a student, you will have access to a fully digital library through LIRN (Library and Information Resource Network), with more than 15,000 electronic books and full-text journals 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Vollmer University online library has been established and comprises of books, articles, and research papers for students and faculty of each discipline. The students and faculty will have access to a very high volume of most recently published materials of their areas of interests relevant to their subjects of studies of research topics. Technical Support and our dedicated librarians are available to help you identify, evaluate, and obtain reference materials and additional resources to support your research.

LIRN (Library and Information Resource Network) is a leading provider of innovative teaching, learning and research solutions for the academic, professional and library markets worldwide. The products and services are designed to foster academic excellence and professional development, increase student engagement, improve learning outcomes and deliver authoritative information to people whenever and wherever they need it. Through the unique position within both the library and academics, Vollmer University is providing integrated learning solutions that bridge from the library to the classroom.

LIRN Core packages include access to over 2600 full-text eBooks from Gale Virtual Reference Library and over 154,000 full-text eBooks from ProQuest eBook Central Academic Complete, providing a substantial eBook collection.

Whatever the needs of your library, we provide the solution. From general interest periodicals specifically suited to the needs of public libraries to full-text titles found in our academic databases –there's a resource for libraries of all types.

These periodical solutions operate on the Muse Proxy platform, which enables users to cross-search content found in a single collection, with other groups and with Virtual Reference Library works. The inclusion of reference works brings more in-depth and more comprehensive information on the topic. Muse Proxy's clean, intuitive interface also offers other powerful and convenient features, such as:

The ability to create individual user account profiles, name and save any search and receive search alerts when new content is available, thus making staying on top of the latest research a snap and To help members deliver access to those resources to off-campus students, the consortium developed a portal system and proxy infrastructure based on EZproxy.

Enhanced search results that incorporate context-sensitive multimedia, including images, videos, and podcasts

Customizable RSS feeds on the homepage that enable the library and researcher to highlight information and publications important to their community or research

Thousands of full-text eBooks Authoritative references, updated and in electronic format

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24/7 access from any Internet-connected computer No more damaged pages or missing volumes Cross-searchable with select periodical databases and Resource Centers No special reader or hardware required Unlimited simultaneous use Ability to print, e-mail and download article

Muse Proxy’s multitenant architecture allows LIRN to create and deploy new instances for its members “in a matter of minutes, with each application having its own authentication and set of resources, with vendor-specific data for…resource links.

Access to Vollmer University Library

To access the library resources, Vollmer University students will click the Academic tab on the school’s

website. Under Student Resources & Library, you can view our library. Next students will enter their

password to log in and get access to the library. At this point, students will choose the keyword for their

topic of interest to see thousands of articles, books, periodic, etc.

Career Services

Vollmer University offers Career Services as part of our overall Student Services. Fundamental job search

skills are taught as part of the overall curriculum, including resume writing, cover letters, internet

searches, and mock job interviews. Additionally, job search seminars are conducted each year for all

students. Career Services are available to currently enrolled students as well as to graduates of Vollmer

University.

Housing

Vollmer University has no dormitory facilities under its control. In as much as all programs and courses

are offered and taught online, there is no residency requirement for attending Vollmer University. As such,

Vollmer University has no responsibility to find or assist a student in finding housing.

Fees and Payments This institution does not participate in federal and state financial aid programs (Title IV). This school does

not offer any state or federal loan, or financial aid guarantees; no loans of any kind are offered at this

school. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure tuition, fees, and other expenses relating to the

individual’s program are paid. The amount of tuition and fees are made available to the students prior to

the academic year and are subject to review and revision each academic year. The student is bound by

the University’s regulations on the payment of fees, the refund of tuition in the event of termination of

the student’s studies, and the consequences of nonpayment.

“If a student obtains a loan to pay for an educational program, the student will have the responsibility to

repay the full amount of the loan plus interest, less the amount of any refund, and that, if the student has

received federal student financial aid funds, the student is entitled to a refund of the money’s not paid

from federal student financial aid program funds.”

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Schedule of Tuition & Fees

Certificate’s (12 units)

Master’s (36 units)

Registration Fee* $ 50.00 $ 50.00

Tuition $ 179.0 per unit $ 179.00 per unit

Technology Fee $ 0.00 $ 0.00

Total Charges for a current period of attendance

$ 2198.00 $ 6494.00

Estimate total for entire educational program

$ 2198.00 $ 6494.00

TUITION DOES NOT INCLUDE TEXT BOOKS *REGISTRATION FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE.

Additional Fees

Reentry Fee: A $75.00 Re-entry Fee is due u