Student Participant Agreement

Code of Conduct

1. Program Eligibility

In order to participate in the IHSS Career Pathways Program, students must meet the following requirements: 

1. Be an IHSS caregiver or Waiver Personal Care Services

2. Enrollment in CCA implies acceptance of certain standards of student conduct and a willingness to abide by these standards. 

If a student does not meet these qualifications, the student will NOT be eligible to participate in this program. If at any point a student no longer meets program eligibility requirements, it is the responsibility of the student to notify CCA immediately.

2. Attendance: 

Students must be present on time and stay for the entire course. We strongly suggest testing the Zoom link (located in the Workbook folder on Blackboard) at least 30 minutes prior to class to ensure there are no technical difficulties. Technical interruptions that cause a student to miss more than 10 minutes of class will count as an absence. Please communicate with the Learning Specialist regarding connectivity issues. 

3. Lateness/Tardiness: 

Students will not be admitted into the course once it has started. If a student runs into technical issues while on the Zoom platform, please notify the Learning Specialist immediately so that they can assist. Tardiness will result in being dropped from the class as this is disruptive to the learning experience.  

4. Make-up courses: 

Make-up courses are not provided. If a student cannot attend a course, they will be dropped. We suggest students to visit our course catalog for new courses as they will be offered every 8 weeks. 

5. Participation: 

It is important that students actively participate in classroom activities and discussions. For online courses, this includes keeping the video on and being visible to the instructor for the duration of class. Students must  also use the Zoom chat and reaction features to demonstrate their participation. If a student has technical or personal reasons for temporarily turning off the video, please communicate with the Learning Specialist so that you are not marked absent. Failure to actively participate may result in being dropped from the course.

6. Confidentiality

Students will be drawing upon their care experiences in class discussions and it is important to keep their consumer’s personal health information is private. Please do not share any confidential information related to the consumer’s health. This includes sharing or details that make it easy to identify the consumer.

7. Pre-Course Quiz

Students must complete the pre-course quiz in order to participate in the course. We strongly recommend completing the pre-course quiz at least 24 hours prior to the start of class. If a student does not complete the pre-course quiz, the student will be dropped from the course. 

8. Post-Course Assignments

Students must complete two assignments once the course has concluded: a post-course survey and post-course quiz. These assignments will become available to students on Blackboard towards the end of class time. Students must score at least 70% on the post-course quiz in order to complete the course. Failure to complete all post-course assignments will result in an incomplete.

9. Completion Requirements

In order to successfully complete a course, students must meet the following requirements: 

1. Training Hours: Students must have 100% attendance for each registered course.

2. Course Assessments: Students must submit the post-course survey by the given deadline.

3. Surveys: Students must submit the post-course survey by the given deadline.

**Failure to meet these requirements will result in being dropped from the course**

Section I: Student Code of Conduct Overview

Enrollment in CCA implies acceptance of certain standards of student conduct and a willingness to abide by those standards. CCA standards of conduct are established to maintain conditions under which individuals, with respect for the rights and well-being of others, can participate effectively in a common educational activity.

CCA adopts the following Student Code of Conduct and prohibits all persons from engaging or participating in any of the practices or behaviors which violate this code. Specific examples are used by way of illustration and are not meant to limit the practices or behaviors that may be deemed to violate CCA’s standards of conduct.

Harassment and bullying of any kind will not be tolerated. Any student, group, or organization found to have committed misconduct is subject to disciplinary action and to sanctions including, but not limited to, those outlined in the code. Attempts to commit any of these acts of misconduct are included in the scope of these definitions.

The following are examples of CCA’s expectations and misconduct under the code subject to disciplinary action up to and including suspension and expulsion from all CCA activities permanently.

Section II: Student Code of Expectations and Prohibitions

The Student Code of Conduct describes the rules and expectations established by CCA for student conduct. The system for Disciplinary Procedures Action is to be used in cases of student noncompliance with the Student Code of Conduct. Code infractions/discipline imposed must be reported in writing with relevant documentation within 24 hours of the incident when possible. Reports of violations and discipline may be submitted to the Manager, Learning and Instruction (or designee). Information will be reviewed, and support will be provided by the appropriate CCA staff and personnel. Faculty, staff, and/or students may report any suspected code of conduct violations and those involved will be notified and all incidents documented accordingly. 

1. Appropriate attire
   Dress, grooming, personal cleanliness, and good hygiene standards contribute to the ambiance and character of CCA. Students are required to adhere to prevailing standards of good judgment in their choice of attire and are expected to conduct themselves in a way that best represents themselves and CCA. 

2. Appropriate conduct

Students are expected to act responsibly and to conduct themselves in the classroom (whether virtual or in-person) in a manner that does not disrupt the learning process. A climate of mutual respect and courtesy should exist between faculty, staff and students. However, students must recognize that instructors and staff, by virtue of their positions, must exert a measure of authority in the classroom and other campus areas. Students should respect this authority. Disciplinary problems may result in a student being dropped from class and, in extreme cases, dismissed from CCA.

3. Assault and threats
   Assault and threats are prohibited, and include, but are not limited to, the following: committing physical abuse and/or battery or other behavior resulting in harm to any person; placing a person in fear of imminent physical danger or injury; making threats or engaging in behavior to harm self or others.

4. Academic and Non-Academic Dishonesty
   CCA considers academic honesty to be essential to all academic performance. Instances of academic dishonesty will be treated as serious offenses of the Student Code of Conduct. Students involved in activities such as cheating will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal from a course, program, and/or CCA.

Non-academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to: 

1. Providing false information to CCA or CCA personnel.

2. Providing false information at disciplinary proceedings. 

3. Forgery; unauthorized alteration or unauthorized use of any CCA documents, records or identification cards, including computer records and electronic mailing systems. 

4. Giving false or incomplete replies to questions, verbal or written, on applications, forms or other documents required by properly authorized representatives of CCA .

5. Disorderly conduct
   Disorderly conduct is prohibited and is defined as acting in a manner to annoy, disturb, interfere with, obstruct or be offensive to others, including, but not limited to, shouting or making excessive noise to the annoyance or disturbance of others; verbally abusing CCA officials (either on the phone, in person or via electronic communications) acting in performance of their duties; acting in a lewd or indecent manner; making threats; and/or harassing others.

6. Drug and alcohol violation
   Intoxication, drug−altered states, and the possession, use or sale of alcohol, illegal drugs or related paraphernalia; are strictly forbidden as part of any CCA-affiliated activity. 

7. Giving False Information
   No person shall give false or incomplete replies to questions, verbal or written, on applications, forms or other documents required by properly authorized representatives of the college.

8. Harassment – Discrimination and bullying
   Discrimination and harassment are strictly forbidden in all CCA-affiliated activities. This includes any form of bullying, inappropriate and offensive conduct against any person, student, staff member or CCA guest on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, creed, ancestry, familial status, age, disability, marital status, height, weight, sexual orientation, other protected status or reasons. Modes of contact or communication include, but are not limited to, in person, in writing, through telephone, electronic mail, social media or instant messaging.

Any form of harassment is unacceptable at CCA, and complaints or charges will be followed through with appropriate action.

9. Harassment – Sexual harassment

Sexual harassment or related retaliation is prohibited in CCA-affiliated activities. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to, unwelcome verbal or physical acts that are sexual in nature, unrelated to the content or context, and sufficiently severe and/or pervasive as to objectively either. 

(a) have the effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work or academic performance, or 

(b) create an intimidating, hostile or offensive learning or working environment. 

Sexual harassment includes but is not limited to, sexually based unwelcome verbal remarks or physical advances, request for sexual favors, inappropriate and unwelcome contact, and explicitly or implicitly stating that submission or rejection of sexual acts or advances will be a factor in one’s employment, participation, or evaluation within CCA and/or its activities.

10. Hazing
    Any act of hazing is prohibited. Hazing is defined as any action taken or situation created intentionally, with or without consent, whether on or off campus, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule.

11. Lewd behavior
    Behavior that is lewd or indecent is prohibited. Such behavior is defined in consideration of the general standards of acceptable behavior and includes, but is not limited to, the following:

    1. obscene remarks, gestures, or other communications. 

    2. exposing oneself in an indecent manner. 

    3. viewing pornographic images or engaging in sexual activities.

12. Non-compliance
    Failure to comply with reasonable directions from CCA personnel, including faculty and administrative staff acting in the performance of their duties is prohibited. Directives to cooperate in the administration of the Code including those to appear and give testimony at a disciplinary proceeding, as well as directives to produce identification are included in the scope of this provision.

13. Unauthorized use of CCA’s name
    Any unauthorized commercial use of CCA’s name, logo or other representation, or undertaking any unauthorized action in the name of CCA are prohibited.

Section III: Sanctions for code violations

CCA’s policy is directed toward imposing disciplinary sanctions based on the nature of the case. CCA seeks to preserve flexibility in the imposition of the sanctions so that each student or group offenders is afforded the greatest possibility for appropriate and just treatment. Significant mitigating or aggravating factors shall be considered, which may include the current demeanor and the presence or lack of previous disciplinary action, as well as, the nature of the offense and the extent of any damage, injury or harm resulting from it. 

Sanctions may include but are not limited to:

1. First offense

   1. Censure - An official written reprimand for violation of the student code of conduct regulations, including a warning that continuation or repetition of prohibited conduct will be cause for disciplinary action.

2. Second offense

   1. Disciplinary probation − CCA will limit and/or monitor student participation in activities for six (6) months. Violation of the terms of disciplinary probation may result in suspension or expulsion from CCA.

3. Third offense

   1. Suspension − Exclusion from classes and other privileges or activities, including access to CCA−sponsored activities for six (6) months. Any student who is suspended shall be dropped from the course or program and shall not be entitled to any associated certificates or stipends.

4. Final offense

   1. Expulsion − Termination of student status and exclusion from all CCA activities, including access to CCA premises or CCA−sponsored activities. Any student who is expelled shall not be entitled to any associated certificates or stipends and is barred from CCA permanently.