Statement of Philosophy

Core Beliefs

1. Individuals have the right to receive optimum health care delivered in a safe environment by a competent caregiver.
2. Healthcare is a deliberate, on-going, and caring process, based on scientific theories and concepts from physical and behavioral science.
3. Healthcare is a socially valued service provided to all persons of either sex, of any age and color, at any point on the health-illness continuum.
4. Healthcare includes the role and responsibility before society to establish and maintain therapeutic relationships that support and restore health and well-being.

Conceptual Framework

The conceptual framework of the curriculum is based on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, focusing on physiology, safety, protection, love, belonging, self-esteem, and self-actualization. The following organizing principles have been integrated with selected curriculum activities:

Mission Statement

Goals and Objectives

History

Lotus Medical Career College (LMCC) was founded in 2015 by Asima Jabbar, who recognized the demand for qualified healthcare professionals in a community where patients are diverse and proficient care is at a deficit. LMCC is a private education institution in the city of Pomona, providing comprehensive education in the field of healthcare by offering courses that culminate into careers in the nursing health care profession.

Ownership and Governance

Lotus Medical Career College, owned by Asima Jabbar, is incorporated in the state of California as a for-profit corporation, duly formed and organized under the laws and regulations of the Secretary of State for the State of California.

Corporate and School Administration

Faculty Qualifications

Accreditations, Approvals, and Memberships

Regulatory Agencies

Campus Information

Approved Clinical Facilities

These sites were chosen to serve the needs of Pomona, Claremont, La Verne, Chino, Chino Hills, Montclair, Upland, San Dimas, Glendora, Walnut, Diamond Bar, Covina, West Covina, Fontana, and Rancho Cucamonga. We are located approximately next to Pomona School District and is easily accessible to the Interstate 10, 71, 57, and 210 Freeways. A bus stop location is ¼ mile from the school, making it an accessible location to all students.

Facilities and Equipment Inventory

LMCC maintains state-of-the-art facilities and equipment for all programs. The facility occupies approximately 3,000 sq. ft. with full approval from the LA County Building and Safety Department and Fire Department.

Student Use Equipment

Libraries and Learning Resources

Students have access to various learning resources including:

Regulatory Agencies

Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF)

Catalog Review Statement

Job Classification Codes

Program Offerings

Vocational Nursing Course Description

The Vocational Nursing Program consists of three terms totaling 1,736 hours:

Vocational Nursing Curriculum by Term

Projected Schedules for All Programs

Class Schedules

Steps for Enrollment

Registration for Admission Policy

Prospective students applying for admission to LMCC programs begin the admission and enrollment process by submitting a complete and accurate enrollment agreement and contract along with the non-refundable registration fee:

Age Requirements

Applicants may be admitted provided they are beyond the compulsory age of school attendance (18) or higher. Applicants who are 16 to 17 or under the compulsory age of school attendance may be admitted provided a parent, legal guardian, or spouse of legal age co-signs the enrollment agreement.

Assessment for Admission

The school retains the right to accept or reject an applicant based on the applicant's character reference, scholastic status and/or financial status. Presuming all requirements and standards of admissions are met and the applicant is motivated and prepared to make the financial and personal commitment toward his/her chosen training program, an enrollment agreement between the school and the applicant is signed, the first payment is received, and a start date is set.

Low- or non-income applicants may apply for tuition discounts. Payment plans are available with an additional $50 charge, this fee may be waived at the Director's discretion upon request by the student.

Program-Specific Admission Requirements

Wonderlic Basic Skills Test (WBST)

State Financial Aid Resources

Transfer of Credit Policy

Prior Experiential Learning

LMCC does NOT grant credit for prior experiential learning for the following certificate programs: CNA, HHA, MA, and RNA. Prior experiential learning evaluation is conducted for the Vocational Nursing program per Article 4 section 2881.1.

Vocational Nursing Transfer Credit Requirements

Credit by Examination

Students with prior healthcare experience may request credit by examination for specific course content. Students must achieve a score of 80% or higher on the proficiency examination to receive credit. A fee of $50.00 applies per examination. Credit by examination is available only for VN program theoretical content; clinical hours cannot be waived.

Financial Aid Disclosures

Financial Assistance Options

Withdrawal and Refund Information Policy

Cancellation Notice Requirements

Refund Calculation Example (VN Program)

Note: Registration fees are non-refundable. Equipment, supplies, and books that have been issued are non-refundable. Students are responsible for paying full tuition as agreed upon admission if they complete the program. Students will be charged $25 late fee each time they delay tuition payment for up to 3 days and $50 fee for every day thereafter up to 8 days. After 10 days the school has the right to drop students for non-payment.

Final Tests, Externships & Internships

Grading Policy

Students must finish with a passing grade to pass the class. Evaluation may be measured by means of written tests, projects, reports, term papers, and clinical performance. The final grade is a composite of all evaluation measures taken.

Grading Standards by Program

Attendance Policy

Procedure for Attendance Records and Absences

Tardiness Policy and Procedure

Excused Absence Policy and Procedure

Make-up Work, Hours, and Restrictions

Theory and Clinical Hour Make-up

All make-up theory and clinical hours are supervised by an instructor on an hour-for-hour basis and documented on a make-up hours form; the Program Director maintains these forms for at least five years.

Testing and Make-up Examinations

Expulsion Policy and Procedure

Non-compliance, probation, and dismissal actions are documented using appropriate school forms and are followed up by the Program Director in accordance with institutional policy.

Leave of Absence Policy

Withdrawal Policy

Student Appeal Process

Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)

A student must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) to remain in training. SAP is cumulative and it includes all periods of attendance, which are counted toward the maximum time frame allotted. SAP is applied to all students equally and measured throughout each course.

Procedure Failure to Complete the Program

There are four possible results if students fail to complete the program as originally enrolled. Failure to take the appropriate steps can lead to an F in the student's permanent records. The Program Director has the final say in terminating a student.

Auditing a Class, Non-Credit Courses and Repeating a Class

LMCC does not charge for auditing a course or for any course in which a grade assigned is not used in computing requirement for graduation. This includes repeats of final average of passing grade or better and courses which are not applicable to the declared certificate/program objective. This does not apply to repeats of required courses which the student has failed.

Probation Policy

Code of Conduct

Dress Code and Personal Appearance

After admission to the program, the student must comply with the following dress code, which is derived from concepts of asepsis, protection of the patient and professional appearance.

Student Academic Integrity Policy

Support Services

Job Placement Services

Staff Job Descriptions

Instructor Qualifications

Students to Instructor Ratio

Student Records Retention (CCR 71930)

Transcript Requests

Official transcripts may be requested in writing and are typically processed within 5-7 business days. Unofficial transcripts may be obtained during business hours at no charge. In accordance with California Civil Code 1788.93, LMCC shall NOT withhold transcripts based on outstanding financial obligations.

Student Complaint Process

Non-Discrimination Policy

Sexual Harassment Policy

LMCC maintains a strict policy against sexual harassment. Any student who believes they have been subjected to harassment should report immediately to the Program Director or Institute Director. All complaints will be investigated promptly and confidentially.

BPPE Complaint Process

CDPH Complaint Process

BVNPT Complaint Process

Health Exam and Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Clearance Policy and Procedure

All students must complete Live Scan BCIA8016 form fingerprinting upon enrollment. Applicants must submit background check and be cleared of any criminal charges. Any student with a criminal history that may prevent certification or licensure will be advised during the admission process.

Student Academic Integrity Policy

LMCC is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity. All students are expected to complete their own work honestly and ethically. Academic dishonesty includes but is not limited to:

Violations of academic integrity may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to failing grades, academic probation, or dismissal from the program.