Center for Advanced Legal StudiesThe Paralegal People®

3910 Kirby Drive, Suite 200Houston, Texas 77098-4151

800.446.6931www.paralegal.edu

www.paralegal.edu 800.446.6931

Celebrating 25 years of Preparing and Empowering Paralegals

Your legal career begins here!

Specialized • Accredited

Center for AdvAnCed LegAL StudieS

The Paralegal People®

3910 Kirby Drive, Suite 200 Houston, Texas 77098-4151

(713) 529-2778 Fax (713) 523-2715

(800) 446-6931 www.paralegal.edu info@paralegal.edu

Programs Approved by the American Bar Association

Accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education

Associate of Applied Science Degree Program Authorized by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Approved by Texas Veterans Commission

SOC Consortium Member Institution

Approved and Regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission, Career Schools and Colleges, Austin, Texas

Volume XXPublished: March 2012Effective: March 2012

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Table of Contents Introduction ................................................................ 3 Mission Statement ...................................................... 3 Program Objectives ................................................... 3 Welcome ........................................................................4 History ......................................................................... 4 Admission Policies ..................................................... 6 Enrollment Process ................................................... 6 Registration and Orientation .................................... 6 Hours of Operation .................................................. 7 Course Delivery Options .......................................... 8 Non-Discrimination Policy....................................... 9 Facility and Equipment ........................................... 10 Dress Code ................................................................ 10 Program Outline ...................................................... 11 Course Descriptions ................................................ 13 Equal Opportunity Policy ....................................... 18 Privacy Act ................................................................ 18 Drop/Add Policy ..................................................... 18 Readmittance ............................................................ 19 Transfer of Credit .................................................... 20 Student Services ....................................................... 21 Alumni Network ...................................................... 22 Graduation Requirements ....................................... 22 Honors Program ...................................................... 23 Graduate Guarantee ................................................ 23 ProfessionalCertification ....................................... 23 Satisfactory Progress ............................................... 24 Grading System ........................................................ 24 Academic Probation ................................................ 24 Attendance Policy .................................................... 26 Student Conduct ...................................................... 27 Cancellation and Refund Policy ............................. 28 Student Grievances .................................................. 31 Active Military Service Refund Policy ... Addendum Faculty and Staff ....................................... Addendum School Calendar......................................... Addendum CP Review Seminar................................... Addendum Tuition and Fees ........................................ Addendum

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IntroductionThis program catalog is designed to familiarize students with the policies, procedures, regulations, rights and responsi bilities affecting them.

It is imperative that students interested in applying to the Center, and those accepted, read all the materials contained herein and in all other publica tions provided by the school.

All active students are bound by the rules and regulations governing this institution. Questions concerning academic and admin istrative require ments should be addressed with the admissions staff.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Center for AdvAnCed LegAL StudieS is to provide students with the skills, and practical and ethical knowl-edge necessary to excel as paralegals and meet the needs of the legal, governmental, and corporate communities.

Objectives

New student orientation is conducted before class start for those attending tradtional or online classes.< Enter the legal profession as a paralegal< Effectively assist attorneys in the delivery of legal services< Exhibit practical knowledge in document preparation and legal research< Display enhanced skills and knowledge of applicable software programs< Demonstrate ethical standards and principles

PROGRAM CHANGES

CALS has the right to modify the catalog, brochure, curriculum, schedules, policies, student require ments and calendar as part of its continuous effort to improve the training offered to its students or as required by state or national agencies.

CLOCK HOUR/CREDIT HOUR CONVERSION

One semester credit hour equals 15 lecture hours. One semester credit hour equals 30 lab hours. One semester credit hour equals 45 externship hours.

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Center for AdvAnCed LegAL StudieS (CALS) is an innovator in providing paralegal education that matches the ever changing needs of the student, paralegal profession, the legal community and the people it serves.

WelcomeWelcome to the Center for Advanced Legal Studies (CALS). Thank you for taking time to meet us and learn more about who we are, and how we have helped thousands of students over the past 25 years begin successful careers in the legal profession.

As a unique private college, we have created a friendly, non-threatening environment. Here, our focus is on you and your interest in enhancing your life. We do this through quality legal education, and personable service and support.

CALS offers classes in a variety of legal practice areas that prepare you with knowledge and skill. Our faculty teaches with passion and a sincere interest in your success. We seek to empower you and provide challenges that prepare you for real-world experiences.

We are sure you understand that as an entering student, you must have an interest in the law. We fully expect this interest to grow as we provide resources and instruction in a relevant way. Diligence, time, effort, self-motivation, and respect for others are good qualities our best students bring to the table. Employers desire these attributes. CALS is the place to step-up and use them to begin a legal career.

What we most want you to know is that we believe what we do at CALS is not about us. It is about what you are doing to change your life. We are, and always have been, proud to be a part of that process. Doyle Happe - Director/Co-Founder Gail Armatys - CAO/Co-Founder

The Center’s history includes…

< 1981 Founded in San Antonio, Texas< 1987 Houston branch received license to operate from Texas

Education Agency Accredited by the Commission of Occupational Education Institutions

Division of Southern Association of Colleges and Schools< 1989 Approved as an independent school< 1992 Authorized by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board< 1995 Approved to train veterans< 1995 Accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education < 1998 Approved by the American Bar Association< 2009 SOC Consortium Member Institution

Upon written request to the Admissions Department, students may review or obtain a copy of the accreditation, approval and/or licensing documents provided by oversight entities as verification of compliance.

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Definitionof aParalegalAparalegalisaperson,qualifiedbyeducation,trainingorworkexperiencewhoisemployedorretainedbyalawyer,lawoffice,corporation,governmentalagencyorotherentityandwhoperformsspecificallydelegatedsubstantivelegalworkforwhichalawyer is responsible.

Responsibilities of ParalegalsParalegals do much of the same work attorneys do without having to attend law school. Some of the most common responsibilities of paralegals include the following skills:

< Conduct client interviews< Perform legal research< Investigate facts of a case< Locate and interview witnesses< Participate in court appearances< Manage trial docket and court correspondence<Writeandfilepetitions< Bring in new clients< Draft correspondence and pleadings< Summarize depositions, interrogatories and testimony< Participate in discovery proceedings<Control,documentandfilemanagementsystems< Attend execution of wills, real estate closings, court administrative hearings and trials

Employers of ParalegalsGraduates of the Center’s paralegal programs go to work for a variety of employers.< Law Firms < Financial Institutions< Corporations < Health Care Organizations< Title Companies < Governmental Agencies<Non-profitOrganizations <InsuranceCompanies

“Paralegals may not provide services directly to the public except as permitted by law”.

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Admission Policies, Enrollment Process, Registration and OrientationCALS is a private educational institution that provides in-depth, post-secondary education in paralegal studies resulting in an A.A.S. Degree for undergraduates or aCertificateforCollegeGraduates.

Associate of Applied Science Degree Paralegal Program

< Minimum of High School Diploma or recognized equivalent.

An applicant is expected to have a high school diploma or recognized equivalent, approved by the state from which it was issued, for enrollment into the Associate of Applied Science Degree Program. The applicant is expected to submit a valid high school diploma or GED to CALS at the time of enrollment. If, for any reason, the diploma or GED is determined to be invalid, CALS may request a transcript to be evaluatedbyaschoolofficial.If theschoolofficialdeemsthediplomaorGED invalid, the applicant will not be enrolled until he/she can provide an acceptable document of proof that he/she has a valid high school diploma or GED.

CALS does not accept short-term or online high school diplomas. The student may be required to take the GED in lieu of the short-term or online diploma or other unac-ceptableproof of highschoolcompletionasdeemednecessarybytheschoolofficial.

< Passing score of 20 on the Wonderlic Personnel Test

Paralegal Certificate Program < Satisfactory completion of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.< Passing score of 20 on the Wonderlic Personnel Test.

Remedial ClassesCALS does not offer remedial classes. Minimum admission requirements are as stated previously in this catalog.

Enrollment ProcessThe enrollment process for all CALS’ programs includes:< Interview with an Admissions Advisor: In person or virtually< Take and pass entrance test< Prepare a statement describing reasons for pursuing a paralegal career< Submit application for enrollment, required enrollment forms and agreements, and provide officialcopiesof collegetranscripts,highschooldiplomaoritsrecognizedequivalent.

* Students attending classes online must complete an online readiness assessment and provide one letter of recommendation from a legal professional or personal reference.

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Deadlines for registration should be discussed with your Admissions Advisor. The enroll-ment requirements previously outlined in this catalog must be completed prior to entry.

Orientation

New student orientation is conducted before class for those students attending traditional or online classes. Students enrolled in traditional classes will attend orientation on campus in a traditional classroom setting. Those enrolled in online classes will attend orientation in an online, synchronous manner.

Administrative Hours of Operation, Program Length & ScheduleAdministrative Hours of Operation

7:30AM – 5:00PM Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

7:30AM – 4:00PM Wednesday and Friday

9:00AM – 1:00PM Saturday

Program Schedule

Traditional Classes: 8:00AM – 12:00PM Monday – Thursday

Online Classes: 7:00PM – 9:00PM Each class is one (1) evening per week plus Four (4) asynchronous hours per week

Evening Classes: 6:00PM – 10:00PM Two evenings per week Monday, Tuesday and/or Thursday

Saturday Classes: 8:00AM – 5:00PM*Evening and Saturday Classes are scheduled to satisfy the ABA requirement of 10 Semester Hours of Traditional Coursework.

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Breaks – Students on Campus Morning: 8:55 - 9:00 Evening: 6:55 - 7:00 9:55 - 10:05 7:55 - 8:05 11:00 - 11:05 9:00 - 9:05Externship: Time arranged as determined by the Externship Supervisor, Student and Director of Career Services.

Frequency of Course OfferingsClasses offered in the traditional format begin every six (6) or eight (8) weeks.Classes offered in the online format begin every eight (8) weeks. Course Delivery OptionsStudents of CALS receive a quality, enhanced paralegal education and are well- prepared whether they choose to attend traditional or online classes. Either way, the comprehensive and challenging curriculum provides a pathway to success by offering classes that accomodate a student’s need to gain legal knowledge while living a busy life.

Traditional Classes

Students wishing to take paralegal courses in a traditional classroom setting can do so by attending full-time in the morning. All instruction takes place in the classrooms at our facility. Students are required to bring and use a laptop during traditional classes.

Online Classes

Whether our students live in the Houston area or outside the Texas or U.S. borders, the opportunity to take classes through real-time, face-to-face teaching is available through Online Interactive Instruction™. Each class includes 2 hours of live interac-tive classroom activity every week with 4 hours of asynchronous activity made avail-able 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The American Bar Association requires a minimum of 10 Semester Hours of legal specialty classes be completed in a traditional, on-campus environment. Students may earn these on-campus hours at the Center or at any other accredited college outside theHoustonarea.ThesehoursmaybefinishedbeforeorafterattendingtheCenter’sOnline Interactive Instruction™.

Academic performance for Online Interactive Instruction™ is assessed through at-tendance, participation, projects, papers, threaded discussions, group and individual assignments, quizzes and exams just like the traditional classroom. Extra ‘helps’ are available for students of the interactive instruction, such as pause and replay video lectures and classroom discussions, archived lectures, lecture notes, practice quizzes, online legal resources, even guest lectures. Technology and communication skills are an important part of the paralegal profession and are emphasized naturally through online instruction.

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Practicalapplicationandlawlibrary,lawfirm,andcourtroomexperiencesproveinvalu-able for all students and academic requirements are the same regardless of method of instruction.

* The US Department of Education requires colleges providing distance education in other states to receive authorization to operate from each state. CALS has been authorized by many states to provide online education for one or both of our paralegal programs. A list of authorized states is available on the CALS website, www.paralegal.edu/coursedeliveryoptions/ and from your Admissions Advisor. Computer Requirements

Students are required to use a laptop during traditional classes. Students in online courses may use a desktop computer. Please note that while Apple Macintosh comput-ers may be utilized, some law-related software programs and utilities required during coursework may not be available for Macs. Therefore, Mac users should also have access to a Windows based PC or invest in available alternatives.

Non-Discrimination PolicyCALS agrees to provide reasonable accommodations for the disability of an incoming student who provides the required written documentation in a timely manner, and does not compromise the integrity of the class or diploma offered.

The student should complete a Disclosure of Disability document and submit it to the Admissions Director. In addition, the student should submit written documentation from an appropriate medical authority verifying the nature of the student’s disability (physical or mental) and any impairment or restrictions associated with the disability.

This documentation shall also indicate suggested provisions and accommodations the student will require in order to attain a reasonable level of success and that will enable CALS to assist him/her throughout the educational process. CALS will make every reasonable effort to comply with such educational accommodations should the aforementionedbeprovidedandverified.

“Online courses are a great resource for students nationwide. I was impressed to see such technology throughout the online process. I felt as if I was in a

classroom from the convenience of my own home.”

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Facility, Equipment, Library and Dress Code Facility and Equipment

The Center’s facility offers spacious classrooms designed for instruction in the form of lecture, group study and practical application. Free parking is available to all students. The library is structured for research and study, including links to various computerized research sources. Volumes of books and appropriate documents are continu ally updated for student access. Computers, web-based research, and access to law books are among the most important tools of successful paralegals and attorneys. CALS’ in-house library, legal research tools, production software and tech-nologies address the needs of paralegals and the legal industry.

Dress Code

Specificdressrequirementsfortraditionalclasses include clean and comfortable attire. SpecificdetailsareoutlinedintheCALSStudent Handbook. If, in the opinion of the faculty or the administration, a student has violated the Dress Code, the student will be sent home to make a change. If a student in online classes violates the Dress Code, this student may be blocked from the class.

“ I enjoyed attending the Center and would recommend anyone who is interested in starting in the legal field to attend here. The learning experience was extremely helpful.”

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Program OutlineAssociate of Applied Science Degree

The A.A.S. Degree in Paralegal Studies is a comprehensive approach to preparation for a paralegal career. Students must hold a minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent in order to be accepted into this program. It provides a practical and intense study of a variety of areas of law and rounds out this experience through an offering of general education classes. The program consists of a total of 62 semester credit hours of study and is authorized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Students may complete this degree in as little as 15 months (60 weeks) by attending full-time day classes or 21 months (88 weeks) in the evening.

Job skills learned include, but are not limited to, document preparation and management, legal research and writing, legal computer applications, interviewing and investigations, business incorporation, title searches, foreclosures and real estate closings.

Lawfirmsarethelargestemployerof paralegals;however,thereareavarietyof businesses and associations that hire graduates from this program. Some of these includecorporations,non-profitorganizations,financialinstitutions,governmentalagencies, health care organizations and title companies.

Course Clock Sem. Credit Lecture Lab ExternshipPrefix Hours Hours Hours Hours LAW1301 Introduction to Law and Ethics 48 3 45 3 0LAW1303 Criminal Law and Procedure 48 3 45 3 0LAW1305 Interviewing and Investigation 48 3 45 3 0ENGL1301 English Composition I 48 3 45 3 0LAW1300 Legal Research and Writing 48 3 45 3 0

PSYC2301 General Psychology 48 3 45 3 0LAW1307 Civil Procedure 48 3 45 3 0LAW1306 Wills, Trusts and Probate 48 3 45 3 0ENGL1302 English Composition II 48 3 45 3 0LAW1304 Personal Injury 48 3 45 3 0

GOVT2301 American Government I 48 3 45 3 0LAW2305 Computers and the Law 72 3 36 36 0LAW2301 Corporate and Business Law 48 3 45 3 0LAW2302 Family Law 48 3 45 3 0SPCH1311 Introduction to Speech Communication 48 3 45 3 0

LAW2304 Real Estate 48 3 45 3 0BIOL2301 Anatomy & Physiology I 48 3 45 3 0LAW2309 Immigration Law 48 3 45 3 0LAW2303 Intellectual Property 48 3 45 3 0POFT1321 Business Math 48 3 45 3 0LAW2308 Externship 96 2 0 0 96TOTAL HOURS 1080 62 891 93 96

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Paralegal Certificate Program

TheParalegalCertificateProgramisdesignedforstudentswhohaveearneda Bachelor’s degree prior to application to the Center. This program is streamlined to provide education in the most employable areas of the law. It is 30 semester credit hoursinlengthandisapprovedbytheTexasWorkforceCommission.Certificates may be earned in only 7 months (30 weeks) by attending full-time during the day or 10 months (40 weeks) in the evening. Job skills learned include, but are not limited to, document preparation and manage-ment, legal research and writing, legal research applications, interviewing and investiga-tions, business incorporation, title searches, foreclosures and real estate closings. Lawfirmsarethelargestemployersof paralegals;however,thereareavarietyof businesses and associations that hire graduates of this program. Some of these include corporations,non-profitorganizations,financialinstitutions,governmentalagencies,health care organizations and title companies.

Course Clock Sem. Credit Lecture Lab ExternshipPrefix Hours Hours Hours Hours LAW1301 Introduction to Law and Ethics 48 3 45 3 0LAW1305 Interviewing and Investigation 48 3 45 3 0LAW1300 Legal Research and Writing 48 3 45 3 0LAW1307 Civil Procedure 48 3 45 3 0LAW1304 Personal Injury 48 3 45 3 0LAW2305 Computers and the Law 72 3 36 36 0LAW2301 Corporate and Business Law 48 3 45 3 0LAW2302 Family Law 48 3 45 3 0LAW2304 Real Estate 48 3 45 3 0LAW2303 Intellectual Property 48 3 45 3 0TOTAL HOURS 504 30 441 63 0

“The Center has an award-winning staff. The professors are extremely knowledgeable and the coursework allows the students to gain the necessary tools for the legal profession.”

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Course DescriptionsHistory and nature of law, with emphasis placed on the role of the paralegal. Introductory survey of substantive and procedural law. Relationships between the paralegal, attorney, co-workers and the general public are stressed. Ethical issues, such as attorney advertising,unauthorizedpracticeof law,confidential-ity and other practical aspects of ethics are covered. Students learn to demonstrate an understanding of the nature of law and the paralegal’s role within the profes-sion. *45/3/0/3

Students learn the principles of criminal liability and the constitutional and procedural protections provided to an accused person. The course is focused primarily on constitutional rights and generic substantive crimi-nal law and procedure. Students also learn to use and understand the Texas Penal Code and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. Particular attention is devoted to the creation of typical pleadings and the role of the paralegal in a criminal law practice. 45/3/0/3

Civil jurisprudence and investigative techniques are studied in this class. Throughout the course, students learn to combine an understanding of basic legal principles with an ethical approach to investigations. Emphasis is placed on the use of public resources for various types of investigations, which students encoun-ter in actual practice after graduation. 45/3/0/3

Principles and techniques of written, expository and persuasivecomposition;analysisof literary,expository andpersuasivetexts;andcriticalthinking.45/3/0/3

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ENGL1301English

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*45/3/0/3 Indicates number hours of theory/lab/externship/semester hrs.

“The Center is a great way to secure your future.”

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This class is an introduction to the court system and the many types of research tools and methods used in a law office.Studentsstudythelawlibraryanditsfunctions,learnto distinguish between primary and secondary authority, learn to locate cases and verify their authority and learn to brief cases. 45/3/0/3

This course is a survey of major topics in psychology. Students are introduced to the study of behavior and the factors that determine and affect behavior. 45/3/0/3

This course covers the initiation, discovery and management of civil cases in state and federal court from the beginning of the suit through trial and appeal. Topics include the resolu-tion of jurisdictional questions, preparation and management of pre-trial discovery, development and understanding of evidence issues, summarizing depositions, and preparation of witnesses for deposition and trial. Further, students learn to prepare pleadings and trial notebooks. Finally, students arefamiliarizedwithe-filing,e-discoveryandvariouscase management systems, such as ProDoc® and CT Summation. 45/3/0/3

Theory of this subject is understood by utilizing the code and textual material. The law of Wills is studied and students learn to produce a written Will and probate documents. Students are presented with numerous methods of probat-ing the Will of a decedent. Each aspect of probate practice is reviewed with emphasis on the paralegal’s role in such a practice. Students study and learn how to prepare an inter vivos trust as a practical assignment. Appropriate terminol-ogyandtherequirementsof lawofficespracticinginthisarea are examined. Basic tax and estate planning principles are also covered. 45/3/0/3

Principles and techniques of written, expository, and persua-sivecomposition;analysisof literary,expository,andpersua-sivetext;andcriticalthinking.Applicationof CompositionI skills to evaluate and interpret literature, using standard rhetorical patterns, diction, syntax, and grammar. 45/3/0/3 Prerequisite:successfulcompletionof ENGL1301;EnglishComposition I.

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This course covers various theories under which an injured party may seek redress for physical and economic injuries, including intentional torts, negli-gence and strict liability. The course also covers bodily injury damage, property damage as well as other types of compensation, such as worker’s compensation. Students learn the practical aspects of personal injury practice as covered from both the plaintiff ’s and defense perspectives. 45/3/0/3

Introduction to the theory and practice of politics and government in America at the national, state and local levels. Topics include political theory, the American constitution, federalism, political participation and elections, the institutions of government and domestic and foreign policies. 45/3/0/3

Thiscoursecoversthespecificcomputerapplicationsandtechniquesutilizedintoday’smodernlawoffice.Students learn the function and utility of litigation support software such as Summation Blaze®, learn to generate legal documents with document assembly software and learn to conduct computer aided legal research with Westlaw® and the Internet. 36/36/0/3

Students study various forms of business organizations and laws affecting business organizations. Subjects covered include sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations and the law of agency. Students learn to prepare documents necessary to the incorporation of a business. Additional study focuses on contract law, Uniform Commercial Code and remedies. Practical assignments are given to assist in understanding vari-ous concepts of law within a business environment. 45/3/0/3

This is a detailed study of legal aspects of family law. Subject matter includes marriage, divorce, marital prop-erty, child custody, support, termination and adoption. Students learn to prepare the common documents directly related to the practice of family law. Equally important, students learn to understand the legal theo-ries behind the documents they prepare. 45/3/0/3

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Students are introduced to the theories and practice of communication in interpersonal, small group, and public speech. This is a broad-based approach to acquiring skills necessary to vocally communicate ideas. Class projects involve selection of topic, analysis of audience, organization of data, and voice projection, as required to provide competent oral presentations. 45/3/0/3

This is a survey course in which students learn to review or draft earnest money contracts, deeds, mortgage instruments, foreclosure notices, mechanic’s liens, leases and listing contracts. Students learn legal concepts that relate directly to the documents such as estates in land, homestead,fixturesandeasements.Studentslearntodevelop skills in recording documents, conducting a title search, foreclosure sale and arranging a closing. 45/3/0/3 Study of the structure and function of human anatomy, including the neuroendocrine, integumentary, musculo-skeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, respiratory and circulatory systems. 45/3/0/3

This course introduces students to the practice of United States Immigration & Nationality Law. Topics include immigration courts and agencies, immigrant and nonimmigrant visas, admission to and removal from the United States, naturalization, refugees and asylum, appeal process and preparation of various immigration forms. 45/3/0/3

In this course, students gain a basic understanding of legal protection given to works of authorship, trade secrets, trademarks, and patents. Students learn the foundation of this area of law and the practical con-siderations encountered in the practice of intellectual property law.45/3/0/3

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LAW2304 Real Estate

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Instruction in the fundamentals of business mathemat-ics including analytical and problem-solving skills for critical thinking in business applications. 45/3/0/3

Externships are designed to give each student practi-cal, on-the-job experience by working with an attor-ney, judge, legal department of a corporation or other law-related business. Students learn to apply the skills and knowledge obtained in the classroom to everyday situationsresultinginanequallybeneficialrelationshipbetween a student extern and his or her supervisor. Externshipsareofferedduringastudent’sfinalterm.0/0/96/2

POFT 1321 Business Math

LAW2308Externship

Please note: Students who desire to gain additional admin-istrative skills that are outside of the legal-specific skills taught within the curriculum should seek guidance from their Admis-sions Advisor about available opportunities.

Outstanding! Thanks to the career services at the school, I was able to find my current job. I really love my job.”

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Equal Opportunity PolicyThe Center seeks to provide equal educa tional opportunities and adheres to all laws prohibiting discrimination or segregation on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or sexual orientation.

Privacy Act, Drop/Add Policy The Right To Privacy Act

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that pro-vides students with the following rights with respect to their student educational records:

< To inspect and review the student’s educationrecords;< To consent to disclosure of the student’s education records to third parties, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent;< To request amendment of the student’s education records to ensure thattheyarenotinaccurateormisleading;<Tobenotifiedof thestudent’sprivacy rightsunderFERPA;<TofileacomplaintwiththeU.S.Department of Education concerning alleged failures by CALS to comply with the requirements of FERPA

A student records policy has been implemented by CALS pursuant to this law. Students willbenotifiedannuallyof theirrightsaccordingtoFERPA.Thisnoticewillbe provided in a reasonable manner to inform students of their rights and procedures for exercising their rights. CALS’ Student Handbook details disclosure policies of education records.

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Dropping a Class

Withdrawingfromschooland/oraspecificclassisdiscouraged,butwhencircum-stances arise that require dropping a class the following procedure is used.

If aclassisdroppedonorbeforethefifthclassday:

1.Thestudent’sgradereportandofficialtranscript willreflecta“W”. 2. The student will not be charged to reschedule the class.

If a class is dropped on or after the sixth class day:

1.Thestudent’sgradereportandofficialtranscriptwillreflect “W/P”or“W/F”.

2. The student will be charged the full tuition for the rescheduled class.

Withdrawal from School

1. Meet with the Admissions Director to process required paperwork. 2.SeeFinancialAidOfficertodeterminetheaffectthismayhaveon

financialaideligibility(if applicable). 3. Collect signatures on paperwork and submit to school Director.

Adding a Class

Full-timestudentscantakeextraclassesscheduledinthemorning/evening.Becausefinan-cialaiddoesnotcoveranycoursesover“full-time”,studentsmustrequesttobescheduledfor the class and make full payment of tuition and books prior to being included on the schedule for the extra class.

Readmittance

Former students of the CALS who were dropped because of the lack of satisfactory progress, i.e. attendance probation and/or academic probation, or failed to complete their course of study within three (3) years of their initial entry date, must petition the admissionofficeforre-entry.

If approved, students must enroll and complete required applications prior to the selected date of re-entry. An evaluation of transcripts from this and any additional accredited college will be made during the re-entry process. Students must have attainedaminimumof a“C–”ineachclasstoreceivecreditforthatclass.Former students who failed to complete their course of study within three (3) years of their initial entry date may be required to repeat core legal specialty courses as determined bytheDirectortoensureskillproficiencyandpayapplicabletuition,fees,ande-Services.Additionally, all outstanding obligations to CALS must be paid prior to re-admittance.

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Leave of Absence

Students may be eligible for a leave of absence when requested in writing. A leave will be approved at the completion of a term for one term only. Students must be able to return to class at the beginning of the next term to qualify for a leave.

Transfer of CreditTransfer of Credit between Institutions

An applicant desiring to transfer credit(s) from another post-secondary institution shouldsubmitanofficialtranscriptforevaluationwithinthefirstfivedaysof the program start date for which he/she is enrolled. The Director or CAO will determine which general education classes are transferable and award credit for those courses:

<inwhichthestudenthasreceivedagradeof “C–”orhigher.< which are course requirements for the program in which he/she is enrolled.< which are being transferred from an institution that is accredited by a regional or national accrediting association.

A maximum of 12 semester hours of legal specialty courses may be transferred.

A minimum of 50% of the program’s total credit hours must be earned at the Center for the A.A.S.

The Center does not provide for transfer of credit for non-paralegal course work or licensing examinations for other occupations.

Applicants should be aware that due to the specialized nature of the Center’s program, transfer-

ability of credit may be limited.

Transfer of Credit between ProgramsStudentsintheA.A.S.DegreeprogramareeligibletotransfercredittotheCertificateprogram only upon completion of a Bachelor’s degree.

StudentswhoareadmittedintotheCertificateprogrammustholdaBachelor’sdegree.ClassestaughtintheA.A.S.DegreeprogrammaybetakenbyCertificatestudents.

All class transfers will take place only at the end of a term.

Transfer of Course Delivery

Transfer to/from traditional to/from online classes: students wishing to transfer from traditional to online classes must complete an online readiness assessment and provide a written request inclusive of a reason for transfer. All such transfers are to be approved by the Program Director.

Credit by Examination

Students desiring to receive credit for courses based on work experience or training maydosobytakingthefinalexamforthedesiredcourseandreceivingapassinggrade

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of 95 or above. The exam will be administered only once for each class for which the studentiswishingtoreceivecredit.Theexammustbetakenwithinthefirstfivedaysfrom the original start date of the program that the student is entering.

There is a fee for the administration of the examination. However, for any class which the student is awarded credit, tuition charges will be pro-rated in accordance with hourly rate charges for the program in which the student is enrolled.

Student ServicesHelp Desk

The Center’s online staff is prepared to assist students with support services through-out the student’s program to insure mastery of the skills and knowledge necessary for completion of the assigned curriculum. The Center’s Help desk may be reached at 1-866-529-5770 or help@paralegal.edu.

Completing a Trouble Ticket by going to the Center’s website www.paralegal.edu and clickingtheCurrentStudent/TechSupporttabisthemostefficientwaytocontactandreceive a response from the Center’s IT staff.

Admissions

All applicants will be interviewed on site or online by an Admissions Advisor prior to enrollment. The Admissions Advisor provides and reviews information concerning the Center, its programs, start dates, tuition, fees, options for payment, the admissions process, placement services and a tour of the facility. Discussions concerning the paralegalprofessionandanapplicant’shistory,interestandqualificationstakeplace. Alladmissionpaperworkiscompletedthroughthisoffice.

Tuition Planning and Financial Assistance

TheCenterofferscomprehensivetuitionplanningandfinancialaidcounselingservicestoallof its students. Interest-free monthly installment plans are available for students desiring to make monthly tuition payments. Federal Direct Loans and Federal PELL Grants are available tothosewhoqualify.Thefinancialaidstaff workswithstudentsindividuallytodeterminehowbesttomeeteachperson’sspecificneeds.

Additionalinformationconcerningrequirementsandapplicationsforfinancialassistancemay beobtainedfromtheCenter’sfinancialaidoffice.

Career Services CALS offers career services in both traditional and nontraditional markets for graduates of the paralegal programs and seeks to provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or sexual orientation. The primary focus of Career Services is entry-level employment upon graduation. Program employment and placement rates, and compensation ranges are made available to all incoming students during the admissions process.

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Students preparing to graduate who seek assistance entering the legal profession may wish to contact the Director of Career Services. Please refer to the Student Handbook forspecificpoliciesandrequirementsforparticipationinthecareeropportunitiesdeveloped by CALS.

Entering students should realize that employment upon graduation is dependent upon personal qualities as well as professional skills. No promise or guarantee of job placement is given.

Counseling Services

Academic counseling at CALS is available to students from instructors for each individual class. The Academic Dean and Director are also available for academic consultations.

Alumni Network

CALS is committed to enhancing graduates’ paralegal experience with support and networking opportunities. Graduates are encouraged to get involved and take advantage of the Alumni Network. This organization provides high quality programs, career and social networking events, and leadership opportunities.

Graduates may join the Alumni Network by going to www.paralegal.edu/alumni and begin taking part in numerous opportunities created through our commitment and service to our graduates.

GraduationRequirements,HonorCertificate, Honor Society, GuaranteeGraduation Requirements

Students are considered graduates of a CALS’ program upon successful completion of the entire program of study in which they enrolled (minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0). Earned diplomasandcertificateswillbepresentedatgraduationinhonorofeachstudent’sachievements.

Students in online classes must provide documentation to verify the completion of 10 Semester Hours of approved legal specialty courses in a traditional classroom prior to graduating. This documentation includes:

< a letter from the registrar, director, student advisor, etc. of the transferring institution stating each class to be transferred was taken in a traditional manner.

< a signed attestation statement from the student testifying that the 10 Semester Transfer Hours were taught in a traditional classroom.

<officialtranscript(s)indicatingtheapproved,correspondinglegalspecialtyclassesto be transferred.

Students who do not provide these items and meet these requirements will not graduate.

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CALSreservestherighttowithholdastudent’stranscriptandhonorcertificate(s)untilallfinancialobligationsandschoolrequirementsaresatisfiedasagreeduponenrollment.The maximum time allowed to complete the program as designated upon enrollment is 1-1/2 times the program’s length. Students enrolled in online courses who intend tofinishtheirprogramthroughtransferof therequired,approvedandcorresponding10 Semester Credit Hours taught in a traditional classroom, have a maximum of the equivalent of four (4) traditional semesters to complete. Honor Certificate

Students who achieve 100% classroom attendance and a 4.0 GPA at the completion of theirprogramwillreceiveanHonorCertificateissuedbyCALStosignifyexcellenceinallareas.HonorCertificatesareannouncedandawardedatthegraduationceremony.Students must be present at the ceremony to receive their award.

Honor Society

Lambda Epsilon Chi (LEX) is a national paralegal honor society established by the American Association for Paralegal Education. The purpose of LEX is to recognize persons who have demonstrated superior academic performance by completing coursework with 95% classroom attendance and 3.7 GPA.

Selection of inductees into LEX takes place upon program completion. Announcement, induction, and recognition of the honored students takes place at the graduation ceremony. Students must be present at the ceremony to receive their award. Graduate Guarantee

Upon employer recommendation, graduates may retake individual courses in their program at no additional charge. ProfessionalCertificationNALA, National Association of Legal Assistants and NFPA, National Federation of ParalegalAssociations,providecertificationprocedures“recognizedthroughouttheUnitedStatesasameansof identifyingcompetentparalegals”.Certificationbestowsprofessionalrecognitiontothosepersonswhoachievesignificantcompetenceintheparalegalfield.Nationalcertificationisvoluntaryandisnotarequirementforemploymentas a paralegal. The Center offers periodic review courses for those interested pursing a nationalcertification.Clickon‘Seminars’atwww.paralegal.eduforupcomingreviewseminardates.Additionalinformationonbecominga“CP”orCertifiedParalegalthrough NALA may be found at www.nala.org. Additional information on becoming a“RP”orRegisteredParalegalthroughNFPAmaybefoundatwww.paralegals.org.

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Satisfactory ProgressGrading System

Students are graded on a standard 100% scale. Letter grades are a measure of performance and are assigned as follows:

A+ 98-100 B+ 89-91 C+ 80-82 F below 74A 95-97 B 86-88 C 77-79 (must repeat class)A- 92-94 B- 83-85 C- 74-76 Grade Points Awarded per Semester Credit Hour.

A+ 4.0 B+ 3.3 C+ 2.3 F 0.0A 4.0 B 3.0 C 2.0 A- 3.7 B- 2.7 C- 2.0

Students must maintain a GPA (Grade Point Average) of 2.0 or higher and have 85% attendance in the payment period to maintain satisfactory progress. Students are evaluated for SAP at the end of each payment period qualitatively and quantitatively.

Grade reports are released to students every 6 (traditional class) or 8 week (online class) term. Grades will not be released by phone. Progress reports are provided every 12 or 16 weeks via electronic access and/or US Postal Service.

The maximum time allowed to complete a program as enrolled is 1-1/2 times the program length.

Studentsenrolledinonlinecourseswhointendtofinishtheirprogramthroughtrans-fer of the required, corresponding, and approved 10 Semester Credit Hours taught in a traditional classroom, have a maximum of the equivalent of four (4) traditional semesters to complete.

Grade Point Average (GPA) is computed by dividing the total grade points earned by the total number of semester hours completed. Academic Probation

A student is placed on academic probation for one grading period if he or she fails to maintain a cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher.

A student whose cumulative GPA rises to 2.0 or higher during the next grading period is removed from academic probation.

A student whose cumulative GPA remains below 2.0 for two consecutive grading periods is dropped from the program for a minimum of one grading period.

A student may repeat a failed course a maximum of one time notwithstanding admin-istrative approval of extenuating circumstances.

A student who earns a 2nd ‘F’ for the same class or 4th ‘F’ overall on his/her grade reportshallbeterminatedforinsufficientprogress.

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A student dropped from the program may petition the Center for re-entry on a probationary status by providing an acceptable written, formal notice that the underlying cause of the academic problem is resolved.

Impact of Grades on Satisfactory ProgressIncomplete Grades

Studentswhoreceiveagradeof incomplete,“I”,ontheirgradereporthaveoneweekfrom the date the grade report was issued to satisfy the requirements of the course. Under Texas Education Code, Section 132.061(f) a student who is obligated for the full tuitionmayrequestagradeof “I”if thestudentwithdrawsforanappropriatereasonunrelated to the student’s academic status. In this case, the student may re-enroll in the program during the 12- month period following the date the student withdraws and may complete those incomplete subjects without payment of additional tuition.

Anincompletegradeof “I”isnotincludedinthecalculationof theCGPA(Cumula-tive Grade Point Average) but is counted in the successful course completion percent-age as credit hours scheduled but not successfully completed. Upon resolution of the incomplete grade, the student’s academic progress will be re-evaluated.

Failing Grades

Afailinggradeof “F”willbeincludedintheCGPAuntiltheclassisrepeatedandapassing grade is achieved. When a passing grade is earned for a class, only the passing grade will be used to determine the CPGA. However, both attempts will be used in the calculation of the semester hour completion percentage.

Repeating a Failed Course

A student may repeat and repay for a failed course a maximum of one time notwith-standing administrative approval of extenuating circumstances. A student who earns a 2nd ‘F’ for the same class or 4th ‘F’ overall on his/her grade report shall be terminated forinsufficientprogress.

Withdrawal

Gradeswitha“W”indicatethestudentwithdrew,waswithdrawnfromtheclasspriorto its completion, or failed to uphold satisfactory payment period attendance of a minimum of 85% and was administratively dropped. These grades are not included in the calculation of the CPGA but are counted in the successful course completion percentage as semester hours scheduled but not successfully completed.

Re-admittance

Under Title 40, Administrative Code, Section 807.221-224 students terminated for unsatisfactory progress cannot be readmitted until a minimum of one grading period has passed. A student may petition CALS for re-entry on a probationary status by pro-viding an acceptable written, formal notice that the underlying cause of the academic problem is resolved. A student may be accepted for re-admittance one time only.

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Academic ProbationA student is placed on academic probation for one grading period if he or she fails to maintain a CGPA of 2.0 or higher.

A student whose CGPA rises to 2.0 or higher during the next grading period is re-moved from academic probation.

A student whose CGPA remains below 2.0 for two consecutive grading periods is dropped from the program for a minimum of one grading period.

Attendance PolicyIn order for students to excel as paralegals, they must begin thinking of their paralegal education as the beginning of their career. Therefore, just as timeliness and attendance are impor tant to employers of legal assistants, it is equally important to the Center, its faculty and staff and ultimately, to each student’s success.

Attendance Policy

Absences are charged for a full day when a student attends none of the scheduled classes that day. A partial day of absence is recorded for any period of absence during or at the end of the day. One hour of absence is charged for each part of an hour missed. Therefore, tardiness is not otherwise recorded or charged.

The attendance policy for students attending Online classes is as follows:

< Students enrolled in online classes are required to participate in two hours of live, interactive classroom instruction plus complete four hours of asynchronous instruction each week. < Both synchronous and asynchronous activities are recorded as hours/minutes

present each week.< Blackboard Course Management System automatically records student activity and

provides reporting tools to track and monitor progress.<Facultymembersmonitorstudentactivityandbringdeficientstudentactivitytothe attention of the Director.< Students who fail to meet the minimum activity requirements are counseled via elec-

tronic mail and/or telephone and advised of the consequences of failing to satisfy school attendance policy.

< The student’s last date of attendance is the recorded completion date of distance assignment or assessment, i.e. date of last quiz taken, last assignment submitted, last discussion thread or e-mail posted, etc.

< A student is terminated when he or she is absent in excess of ten consecutive school daysorinexcessof 15%of thetotalprogramhours,whichevercomesfirst.(Oneweek equals 2 hours/day, three days/week.)

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Make-up work is not authorized for the purpose of removing an absence. School holi-days are not considered days of absence.

A student is terminated when he or she is absent in excess of ten consecutive school daysorinexcessof 15%of thetotalprogramhours,whichevercomesfirst.

Leave of Absence

A leave of absence is available upon approval. Further, a leave of absence will be approved only at the completion of a term for one term only. A student must be able to return to class at the beginning of the next term. Attendance Probation

If an A.A.S. Degree student fails to attend a minimum of 80% of the scheduled hours withinany12semestercredithourperiod,oraCertificatestudentfailstoattendaminimum of 85%, he or she will be placed on attendance probation for the next pe-riod of equal length: 12 weeks morning, 16 weeks evening.

A student who attends the minimum required hours during the probationary period is removed from probation. All others are dropped from the program for a minimum of one grading period.

Astudentdroppedfromtheprogrammaypetitiontheadmissionsofficeforre-entryon a probationary status by providing an acceptable written, formal notice that the cause of the attendance problem is resolved.

A student whose enrollment is terminated for violation of the attendance policy may not reenter until a minimum of one grading period has passed. A student may be ac-cepted for re-admittance one time only.

Student Conduct, Grounds for TerminationStudent Conduct

Each student is held responsible for all information published through notices and announcements posted at the Center, outlined in the Student Handbook, provided on web-based systems, and published in the catalog.

All fees must be paid on time.

Students who negligently lose, damage, destroy, sell, or other wise dispose of school property placed in their possession, or entrusted to them, will be charged for the full extent of the damage and are subject to disciplinary action.

Students who engage in acts such as stealing, gambling, use alcohol or illegal drugs, or profane language make themselves liable to disciplinary action.

Professionalism is important. All students are expected to dress and act in a mature, responsible manner.

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Student rights and responsibilities including disciplinary actions and appeals process are included in CALS’ Student Handbook and distributed upon enrollment.

Grounds for Termination

<Insufficientprogress.

< Non-payment, or untimely payment of school fees

< Failure to comply with student regulations and policies

< Absence of ten consecutive school days.

< Absence in excess of 15% of the total hours in the program.

Theadministrationreservestherighttoterminateanystudentwhodoesnotreflectanattitude conducive to a positive learning environment.

Cancellation Policy, Refund PolicyCancellation Policy

A full refund will be made to any student who cancels the enrollment contract within 72 hours (until midnight of the third day excluding Saturdays, Sundays and legal holi-days) after the enrollment contract is signed and a live or virtual tour of the facilities and inspection of the equipment is made by the prospective student.

Refund Policy 1. Refund computations will be based on scheduled course time of class attendance through the last date of attendance. Leaves of absence, suspensions, and school holidays will not be counted as part of the scheduled class attendance.

2. The effective date of termination for refund purposes will be the earliest of the following: (a)Thelastdayof attendance,if thestudentisterminatedbytheschool; (b)Thedateof receiptof writtenorverbalnoticefromthestudent;or (c) Ten school days following the last date of attendance.

3. If tuition and fees are collected in advance of entrance, and if after expiration of the 72 hour cancellation privilege the student does not enter school, not more than $100 in nonrefundable administrative fees shall be retained by the school.

4. If a student enters our residence or synchronous distance education program and withdraws or is otherwise terminated, the school or college may retain not more than $100 in nonrefundable administrative fees for the entire program. The minimum refund of the remaining tuition and fees will be the pro rate portion of tuition, fees, and other charges that the number of hours remaining in the portion of the course or program for which the student has been charged after the effective date of termina-tion bears to the total number of hours in the portion of the course or program for which the student has been charged, except that a student may not collect a refund if the student has completed 75 percent or more of the total number of hours in the

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portion of the program for which the student has been charged on the effective date of termination.1

5. Refunds for books, tools, or other supplies should be handled separately from re-fund of tuition and other academic fees. The student will not be required to purchase instructional supplies, books and tools until such time as these materials are required. Once these materials are purchased, no refund will be made.

6. A student who withdraws for a reason unrelated to the student’s academic status after the 75 percent completion mark and requests a grade at the time of withdrawal shallbegivenagradeof “incomplete”andpermittedtore-enrollinthecourseorprogram during the 12-month period following the date the student withdrew without payment of additional tuition for that portion of the course or program.

7. A full refund of all tuition and fees is due and refundable in each of the following cases: (a)Anenrolleeisnotacceptedbytheschool; (b) If the course of instruction is discontinued by the school and this preventsthestudentfromcompletingthecourse;or (c) If the student’s enrollment was procured as a result of any misrepresen- tation in advertising, promotional materials of the school, or representa- tions by the owner or representatives of the school.

Afullorpartialrefundmayalsobedueinothercircumstancesof programdeficienciesor violations of requirements for career schools and colleges.

8. REFUND POLICY FOR STUDENTS CALLED TO ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE.

A student of the school or college who withdraws from the school or college as a re-sult of the student being called to active duty in a military service of the United States or the Texas National Guard may elect one of the following options for each program in which the student is enrolled:

(a) if tuition and fees are collected in advance of the withdrawal, a pro rata refund of any tuition, fees, or other charges paid by the student for the program and a cancellation of any unpaid tuition, fees, or other charges owed by the student for the portion of the program the student does not completefollowingwithdrawal;

(b)agradeof incompletewiththedesignation“withdrawn-military”for the courses in the program, other than courses for which the student has previously received a grade on the student’s transcript, and the right to re-enroll in the program, or a substantially equivalent program if that programisnolongeravailable,notlaterthanthefirstanniversaryof the date the student is discharged from active military duty without payment of additional tuition, fees, or other charges for the program other than any previously unpaid balance of the original tuition, fees, and charges forbooksfortheprogram;or

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(c)theassignmentof anappropriatefinalgradeorcreditforthecoursesin the program, but only if the instructor or instructors of the program determine that the student has: (1) satisfactorily completed at least 90 percent of the required coursework fortheprogram;and (2)demonstratedsufficientmasteryof theprogrammaterialtoreceive credit for completing the program. 9. The payment of refunds will be totally completed such that the refund instrument has been negotiated or credited into the proper account(s), within 60 days after the effective date of termination.

“The Center provided me a great opportunity to learn and enhance my interest in the law. The teachers were great, the staff was helpful and I met many wonderful students with

whom I will continue to network for many years.”

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Student GrievancesStudent grievance procedures are outlined in the CALS Student Handbook which is disbursed to incoming students.

Any grievance not resolved by CALS may be forwarded to: Texas Workforce CommissionCareer Schools and Colleges, Room 226T101 East 15th StreetAustin, TX 78778-0001Phone: 513-936-3100http://csc.twc.state.tx.us Council on Occupational Education7840 Roswell Road Building 300Suite 325Atlanta, GA 30350Phone: 770-396-3898http://council.org

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