Piedmont College Catalog

Mission
Piedmont College educates students to become successful and responsible citizens through rigorous academic instruction in the liberal arts and professional disciplines. Learning opportunities are provided through undergraduate and graduate programs offered at various locations. The institution emphasizes high ethical standards and respect for diversity.

Accreditation
Piedmont College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, (404) 679-4501) to award bachelor’s, master’s, and education specialist degrees.

All teacher education programs offered by Piedmont College, as they appear in its published catalog, have the approval of the Professional Standards Commission of the State of Georgia. Authority to recommend for certification rests with the Dean of the School of Education.

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc., 61 Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY, 10006, 1-800-669-1656.

Student Responsibility
It is the responsibility of students to be informed about regulations and procedures as stated in this catalog. While advisors, faculty members, and academic deans are available to assist students in meeting degree requirements, students have the primary responsibility of being familiar with and completing their chosen course of study.

An Equal Opportunity Institution
Piedmont College is an equal opportunity College open to any qualified individual without regard to race, religion, sex, age, color, national or ethnic origin, or disability. Pursuant to all applicable federal anti-discrimination laws and regulations, Piedmont College does not discriminate against any of the protected categories of individuals in the administration of its policies, programs, or activities. This non-discriminatory policy includes admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, employment practices, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This catalog describes an academic calendar for Piedmont College that consists of two 16-week semesters. The requirements in this catalog apply to students entering Piedmont in the 2007-2008 academic year.

Information in this catalog is accurate as of the date of publication. Piedmont College reserves the right to make changes in policies, regulations, and fees giving due notice in accordance with sound academic and fiscal practice.



	2007-2008 Catalog Mission Piedmont College educates students to become successful and responsible citizens through rigorous academic instruction in the liberal arts and professional disciplines. Learning opportunities are provided through undergraduate and graduate programs offered at various locations. The institution emphasizes high ethical standards and respect for diversity. Accreditation Piedmont College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, (404) 679-4501) to award bachelor’s, master’s, and education specialist degrees. All teacher education programs offered by Piedmont College, as they appear in its published catalog, have the approval of the Professional Standards Commission of the State of Georgia. Authority to recommend for certification rests with the Dean of the School of Education. The baccalaureate degree program in nursing is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, Inc., 61 Broadway, 33rd Floor, New York, NY, 10006, 1-800-669-1656. Student Responsibility It is the responsibility of students to be informed about regulations and procedures as stated in this catalog. While advisors, faculty members, and academic deans are available to assist students in meeting degree requirements, students have the primary responsibility of being familiar with and completing their chosen course of study. An Equal Opportunity Institution Piedmont College is an equal opportunity College open to any qualified individual without regard to race, religion, sex, age, color, national or ethnic origin, or disability. Pursuant to all applicable federal anti-discrimination laws and regulations, Piedmont College does not discriminate against any of the protected categories of individuals in the administration of its policies, programs, or activities. This non-discriminatory policy includes admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, employment practices, and athletic and other school-administered programs. IMPORTANT NOTE: This catalog describes an academic calendar for Piedmont College that consists of two 16-week semesters. The requirements in this catalog apply to students entering Piedmont in the 2007-2008 academic year. Information in this catalog is accurate as of the date of publication. Piedmont College reserves the right to make changes in policies, regulations, and fees giving due notice in accordance with sound academic and fiscal practice.