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Consumer Information Disclosures
Ethics Hotline
Bridgerland Technical College is committed to an environment where open and honest communication is expected. Students, faculty, staff, and community members should feel comfortable approaching college administration when they believe policies or standards may have been violated, or when they want to share positive suggestions and stories.
If you prefer to submit an anonymous report in confidence, please use the EthicsPoint Ethics Hotline .
EthicsPoint, a third-party hotline provider, is available for individuals who wish to submit an anonymous report in confidence. The service offers an effective reporting system that works with the college to address reports of fraud, abuse, and other misconduct.
Consumer Information Disclosures
Notice of Availability of Institutional and Financial Aid Information
Regulatory Citations: HEA Section 485; HEOA (Public Law 110-315); 20 USC 1092; 34 CFR 668.41–49; Family Education Rights to Privacy Act of 1974
The Higher Education Act of 1965 (HEA), as amended by the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA), includes many disclosure and reporting requirements. These requirements are intended to assist enrolled and prospective students, their families, and current and prospective employees in accessing information about postsecondary education.
At the direction of the U.S. Department of Education, institutions must make available—through appropriate publications, mailings, or electronic media—information about academic programs, retention and graduation rates, financial aid, campus security, drug and alcohol abuse prevention, and other required disclosures. Bridgerland Technical College (BTECH or the College) has dedicated the following section to provide the required consumer information, disclosures, and reports.
The College will annually provide a notice directly to all enrolled students describing the availability of these required disclosures and will provide a paper copy of this information upon request.
Contact Information for Assistance in Obtaining Institutional or Financial Aid Information
Information on how and where to contact designated individuals responsible for Consumer Information Disclosures may be requested from the following individuals:
Lisa Moon
Executive Vice President & Chief Instructional Officer
Phone:
(435) 750-3256
Email:
lmoon@btech.edu
Jean Dunn
Chief Compliance Officer
Phone:
(435) 750-3204
Email:
jdunn@btech.edu
Student Financial Aid Information
Various types of financial aid are available to assist students in paying for costs associated with their enrollment at Bridgerland Technical College. Students receiving financial aid may be required to adhere to standards of satisfactory academic progress and attendance, which are outlined according to the funding source and explained at the time financial aid is awarded.
The college offers the Federal Pell Grant, which is awarded to students who demonstrate financial need and who have not earned a bachelor’s, graduate, or professional degree. The Pell Grant is available to help students cover education-related expenses and is awarded to all eligible students enrolled in approved certificate programs.
Application for the Pell Grant is available using various methods, including the online application located at the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) website .
Complete information regarding the Pell Grant—including the application process, how to apply, deadlines, eligibility requirements, disbursement methods, and criteria for continued eligibility—may be found on the Federal Pell Grant information page at Bridgerland Technical College .
The Veterans Administration offers educational support for Veterans and other eligible persons attending the college. Information regarding benefits, approved programs, and maintaining eligibility for benefits is available on the Veterans education benefits information page at Bridgerland Technical College .
Veterans and other eligible persons may contact the Veterans Administration directly with questions about individual eligibility, payments, or to apply for benefits. The Veterans Administration may be reached by calling 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551) or by visiting the Veterans Administration GI Bill benefits website .
A general scholarship application for graduating high school seniors and adult students is used to align applicants with donor scholarship funds. Scholarship funds may be available for tuition, fees, books, or personal expenses.
The application form, procedures, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, varying qualifications, and criteria for selection and award amounts are available on the Bridgerland Technical College scholarships page .
Terms for maintaining eligibility and how disbursements are made may vary according to each funding source and will be explained at the time of award.
Other sources of federal, state, and community aid may be available, along with tips for managing money and the college’s statement regarding loan participation. Review the Financial Aid General Information page at Bridgerland Technical College . Paper copies of this information may also be available upon request.
Contact the college’s Financial Aid Office for additional information about the Pell Grant, veterans benefits, scholarships, and other available sources of financial aid.
Facilities and Services Available to Students with Disabilities
The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provide comprehensive civil rights protections for persons with disabilities. The college complies with these laws by providing students with physical or mental disabilities the same opportunity to participate in educational experiences as students without disabilities.
Information about available facilities and services is provided on the Americans with Disabilities Act information page in the Bridgerland Technical College Student Guide and in the associated college policy.
Cost of Attendance
Statutory requirements have been enacted to ensure transparency and clarity regarding education costs beyond tuition and fees. The college makes publicly available a list of cost of attendance elements on the Cost of Attendance page in the Student Guide and on webpages that discuss tuition and fees.
The Cost of Attendance page also discusses costs associated with enrollment and other charges that may be incurred for a course or program in which the student is enrolled or expresses interest. See also Policy 770: Cost of Attendance for additional information.
Refund Policy, Requirements for Withdrawal, and Return of Title IV Financial Aid
The college treats all students in a fair and equitable manner when assessing tuition, fees, and other charges, and when returning unearned tuition, fees, and other charges to students in a timely manner. Likewise, students are expected to pay for any charges for which they are responsible.
Upon official or unofficial withdrawal, any amount owed by the college to the student will be refunded. Any amounts owed by the student to the college should be paid immediately.
Students who withdraw before earning all federal grant aid may also be required to return funds. Likewise, any eligible federal grant aid that has been earned but not yet paid to the student at the time of withdrawal may be paid after withdrawal.
Withdrawals, refunds, and the return of Title IV aid are discussed in more detail on the Withdrawals and Refunds page in the Bridgerland Technical College Student Guide . This page also provides links to associated college policies.
Academic Program (Educational Program, Instructional Facilities, and Faculty)
The college provides pertinent information about each academic program on the Bridgerland Technical College programs page . These program pages include information about tuition and fees, books and supplies, certificate duration, program description, courses, special requirements, outcome data, and employment outlook.
Contact information for faculty, staff, and other regularly scheduled instructional personnel is available in the Bridgerland Technical College staff directory .
BTECH is within the accreditation outcome standards; therefore, no improvement plans are necessary.
Student Transfers, Articulation, and Other Agreements
Students may transfer from program to program at the college, or from another institution to Bridgerland Technical College (BTECH), and receive recognition in their new program for comparable prior learning. Students may petition for a transfer by providing transcripts or by demonstrating competency and having an appropriate evaluation completed.
The college participates in articulation and other agreements that allow training completed at the college to be accepted by another institution.
For additional information, see the Student Transfers, Articulation, and Other Agreements page in the Bridgerland Technical College Student Guide .
Copyright Infringement Policies and Sanctions (Including Computer Use and File Sharing)
Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code). These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without authority constitutes an infringement.
Unauthorized distribution of copyrighted material, including unauthorized peer-to-peer file sharing, is considered copyright infringement, and may subject offenders to civil and criminal liabilities and penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or “statutory” damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For “willful” infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A court can, at its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys’ fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, sections 504 and 505. Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense.
For more information, visit the U.S. Copyright Office website and review the U.S. Copyright Office FAQ page .
Additional information about copyright policies at the college is available on the Copyright page in the Bridgerland Technical College Student Guide .
Schools must, in consultation with its chief technology officer (at the college, this is the chief information officer), periodically review legal alternatives for downloading or otherwise acquiring copyrighted material, make available the results of the review through a website or other means, and offer legal alternatives for downloading or otherwise acquiring copyrighted material as determined by the college. To comply with this directive-- suggestions to locate legal alternatives for acquiring copyrighted resources are provided in the following links, which should be reviewed and updated by the college annually:
- EDUCAUSE legal alternatives and copyright resources
- UC San Diego guide to legal alternatives for digital content
- Copyright, Fair Use, and Creative Commons guide
School and Program Accreditation, Approval, or Licensure
Bridgerland Technical College is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education , a national accreditation body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
A listing of additional associations, agencies, or governmental bodies that accredit, approve, or license the college and its programs can be found on the Bridgerland Technical College accreditation information page .
For documented evidence, contact a Student Services representative.
Vaccinations
Vaccinations are required only for students enrolled in programs that require proof of vaccination before entering clinical settings. Specific vaccination requirements are provided on individual program web pages.
For additional information, visit the Vaccinations and Immunizations page in the Bridgerland Technical College Student Guide .
Consumer Information on the College Navigator Website
Bridgerland Technical College reports institutional data to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) through the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). These annual reports allow the U.S. Department of Education to publish required consumer information on the College Navigator website.
Information about Bridgerland Technical College can be found by visiting the College Navigator website from the National Center for Education Statistics and searching for Bridgerland Technical College in the Name of School search field.
Student Body Demographics
Each year, the Fall Enrollment Survey is reported to the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) as part of the Spring Data Collection. This information is made available to current and prospective students through the College Navigator website by mid-October.
The enrollment data from this survey is used to compile statistics describing the demographics of degree- and certificate-seeking undergraduate students.
View the Student Body Demographics data for Bridgerland Technical College on the NCES website .
Net Price Calculator
The Net Price Calculator is intended to provide estimated net price information to current and prospective students and their families. Net price is defined as the estimated cost of attendance, including tuition and required fees, books and supplies, and other related expenses, minus estimated grant and scholarship aid, based on what similar students paid in a previous year.
The estimate provided by this calculator does not represent a final determination of financial assistance, an actual financial aid award, or a final net price. It is only an estimate based on the cost of attendance and financial aid provided to students in a previous year. Cost of attendance and financial aid availability may change from year to year. The estimates are not binding on the Secretary of Education, the institution, or the State.
Use the BTECH Net Price Calculator .
Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be eligible for and receive an actual financial aid offer that may include federal grants, loans, or work-study assistance.
Textbook Information, Information for Students, and Information for College Bookstores
Textbook and supply requirements are available by program on the BTECH Books and Supplies information page . Navigate to Books and Supplies – by Certificate, select the certificate, enter the year, and generate the report.
Required and recommended books, course materials, supplies, and equipment for each course are listed, including title, author, ISBN, publisher, and price.
Disbursement for Books and Supplies
Students may receive the Federal Pell Grant for enrollment in eligible certificate programs at Bridgerland Technical College. The Pell Grant is disbursed in multiple installments throughout the year to eligible students. Each student has an individual Pell payment schedule based on enrollment and eligibility.
Students may use Pell funds to cover education-related expenses, including tuition and fees, required books, tools, supplies, housing, personal expenses, transportation, and childcare.
Pell Grant recipients are given the option to pay as they go or arrange a payment plan. The payment plan allows students to charge tuition, fees, and other eligible educational expenses to the student's accounts receivable subsidiary account and defer payment. This may include bookstore charges when the student has voluntarily authorized charges and payments to be processed by the college.
Pell Grant installments are disbursed directly to the student in the form of a paper check. The college works with Pell Grant recipients to help them meet payment plan obligations by allowing students to pay account balances by the due date after receipt of Pell funds.
BTECH reserves the right to use Pell funds to pay outstanding tuition and fee charges before releasing funds to students, and to pay other educationally related charges that the student has voluntarily authorized the college to process. Once all eligible Pell funds for the academic year have been released to the student, authorization for other educationally related charges will be terminated.
The Federal Student Aid/Pell Grant Authorization for Other Educationally Related Charges form is available at the Financial Aid Office during the student's Financial Aid Offer Meeting. The authorization may be modified or canceled at any time thereafter.
Voter Registration Forms
The college is committed to encouraging students to vote and assisting them with the opportunity to vote. Eligibility criteria for voting exist under federal, state, and municipal law. Students are specifically reminded that:
- only citizens of the United States may vote in federal elections (18 U.S.C. 611);
- voting more than once, including voting in two or more states, is prohibited under federal law (52 U.S.C. 10307(e));
- knowingly or willfully providing false information, including information related to name, address, or period of residence in the voting district for the purpose of establishing eligibility to register or vote, is prohibited under federal law (52 U.S.C. 10307(c)); and
- in most states, individuals may register to vote only where they are domiciled, and they may not be domiciled in more than one place.
Download the State of Utah Voter Registration Form . For additional voting information, visit the Utah voting information website .
Constitution Day
An educational program celebrating Constitution Day is held on September 17 each year, commemorating the signing of the Constitution on September 17, 1787. When September 17 falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or holiday, Constitution Day activities are held during the preceding or following week.
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program
BTECH is committed to maintaining a drug- and alcohol-free workplace and education environment. Employees and students are expected to report to work and school assignments unimpaired and ready to work or learn safely and efficiently.
The unlawful or unauthorized manufacture, distribution, dispensing, sale, possession, or use of drugs or alcohol by students, visitors, and employees is strictly prohibited on school property or as part of college-related activities. Violations may result in sanctions that include suspension, removal from property, termination, and referral to local law enforcement agencies.
The college has adopted and implements a Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program that provides ongoing awareness about the dangers, health risks, and other risks associated with drug and alcohol use.
Access the complete Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program . Access the Spanish version of the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program .
School policy supporting this program is available on the BTECH Policies page . See Policy 500.520, Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace and Education Environment, for more information.
As required by law, the college conducts a biennial review of the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program .
Completion/Graduation and Transfer-out Rates, Including Disaggregated Completion/Graduation Rates (Student Right-to-Know Act)
Each year, the Fall Enrollment Survey in the IPEDS Spring Data Collection is reported to IPEDS and made available to current and prospective students by mid-October through College Navigator. This survey calculates the graduation rate of full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students.
View the graduation rate data for Bridgerland Technical College .
Note: Bridgerland Technical College does not participate in any student loan program.
Placement in Employment
Outcome statistics are compiled annually based on Training Outcome surveys conducted with students after graduation. Data is gathered through coordination with the student, faculty, Student Services personnel, the Department of Workforce Services, and licensing agencies.
Employment rates are reported to the college’s accrediting body, the Council on Occupational Education, and to the State of Utah. Employment information is available on each program’s web page.
To view a program’s placement rates, visit the Bridgerland Technical College programs page and choose the program of interest.
Job Placement Rates
Outcome statistics are compiled annually based on Training Outcome surveys conducted with students after graduation. Data is gathered through coordination with the student, faculty, Student Services personnel, the Department of Workforce Services, and licensing agencies.
Job placement rates are reported to the college’s accrediting body, the Council on Occupational Education, and to the State of Utah. Job placement information is available on each program’s web page.
To view a program’s job placement rates, visit the BTECH programs page and choose the program of interest.
Retention Rate
Each year, the Fall Enrollment Survey in the IPEDS Spring Data Collection is reported to IPEDS and made available to current and prospective students by mid-October through College Navigator. This survey calculates the retention rate of full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduate students.
View the college’s retention rate data .
Annual Security Report and Campus Crime Statistics (Including Safety Policies, Procedures, Response, and Prevention)
The Clery Act requires colleges to develop and implement specific campus safety and crime prevention policies and procedures and to distribute a public security report each year by October 1.
The report provides information about crime reporting, emergency response and evacuation, campus security and access, law enforcement authority, alcohol and drug use, and the college’s prevention of and response to dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and hazing. The report also includes statistics for defined crimes that occur within the school’s Clery geography.
This publication is intended to communicate required statistics and safety information and to assist prospective students in the college selection process. The college is committed to creating a safe campus community for all employees, students, and guests.
Access the college’s Annual Security Report and Campus Crime Statistics .
Acceda al Informe Anual de Seguridad y Estadísticas de Delitos en el Campus en español .
Institutional Disciplinary Action in Cases of Alleged Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking; Information for Crime Victims About Disciplinary Proceedings
As required in 34 CFR 668.46(b)(11)(vi), the college must provide a clear statement of policy that addresses procedures for institutional disciplinary action in cases of alleged dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. This statement is included in the Annual Security Report described above.
BTECH follows procedures outlined in Policy 500.533, Title IX and Protection from Sex Discrimination , to respond to reports of sexual harassment, including dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and hazing, affecting individuals participating in the college’s programs or activities.
More information is available on the sexual harassment and Title IX information page .
Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, or both.
Renee Milne, Title IX Coordinator
Vice President for Student Services
Bridgerland Technical College
1301 North 600 West
Logan Campus - Main Building
(435) 750-3186
rmilne@btech.edu
Privacy of Student Records - Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects the rights of students to privacy in their educational records. It also allows students to review and amend their educational records.
Students may request access to review and request amendment of education records by following procedures outlined in college policy. Students may consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information; however, education records may be disclosed to school officials with a legitimate educational interest without prior written consent.
Criteria for determining who qualifies as a school official and what constitutes a legitimate educational interest can be found in college policy. Students also have the right to file complaints with the U.S. Department of Education as indicated in policy.
The school has designated certain general information as directory information, which may be released without prior consent. Students have the right to refuse disclosure of any or all directory information by following the outlined procedures.
FERPA protections, student rights, and the college’s policy regarding directory information are outlined in Policy 600.650, Student Records – Privacy and Access.
Find more information on the FERPA and confidentiality of records page .
Principles of Excellence for Educational Institutions Serving Service Members, Veterans, Spouses, and Other Family Members
On April 27, 2012, the White House issued Executive Order 13607, which created the Principles of Excellence for Educational Institutions Serving Service Members, Veterans, Spouses, and Other Family Members. These principles apply to all postsecondary schools that receive funding from federal military and veterans educational benefits programs. They strengthen consumer protections for students who receive these benefits and provide access to information to help them make informed choices about their college education.
These principles strengthen consumer protections for students who receive these benefits and provide access to information to help them make informed choices about their college education.
The best and most valuable information for veterans and other eligible persons is available in consumer friendly, easy to understand documents and format on the college's VA Education Benefits page. The VA Certifying Official in the Financial Aid Office serves as the point of contact for service members, veterans, and family members seeking information about academic advising, financial advising, student support services, and the use of education benefits at the college.
BTECH is committed to providing opportunities to pursue a high-quality education and gain the skills and training needed to fill the jobs of tomorrow. The following information is provided to fulfill key requirements of this order:
- A standardized cost form: The College Financing Plan, also known as the Shopping Sheet, is a consumer tool designed to help students understand the cost of attending school. This form is available on both the Pell Grant information page and the VA Education Benefits page .
- Federal aid information: See the Consumer Information section titled Student Financial Aid Information.
- Aggressive and fraudulent recruiting; misrepresentation; incentive compensation: The college does not use aggressive or fraudulent recruiting practices, does not use misrepresentation techniques, and does not provide incentive payments or compensation plans related to student recruitment or financial aid awards.
- State authorization: Utah Code Section 53B-2a-101 through 114 comprises legislation specific to the governance and operation of the college.
- Accreditation: See the Consumer Information section titled School and Program Accreditation, Approval, or Licensure.
- Readmission: Provisions are provided in the Veteran or Eligible Student Enrollment Addendum on the VA Education Benefits page .
- Refunds: See the Consumer Information section titled Refund Policy, Requirements for Withdrawal and Return to Title IV Financial Aid.
- Individual education plans: The college provides information about program quality, graduation requirements, expected completion timelines, and expected outcomes. Program information is available on the BTECH programs page .
Safeguarding Customer Information
Postsecondary educational institutions participating in Federal Student Aid programs are subject to the information security requirements established by the Federal Trade Commission for financial institutions.
BTECH safeguards all nonpublic personal information by maintaining a comprehensive information security program. This program includes safeguards for all customer information maintained by the college. These safeguards protect the security and confidentiality of customer information, protect against anticipated threats, and protect against unauthorized access to or use of such information that could result in substantial harm or inconvenience to any customer.
The information security program includes:
- A designated employee to coordinate the information security program.
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Risk assessments that help identify potential risk factors that could result in the unauthorized disclosure, misuse, alteration, destruction, or other compromise of information. These assessments include consideration of risks in the following areas:
- Employee training and management
- Information systems, including network and software design, and information processing, storage, transmission, and disposal
- Detecting, preventing, and responding to attacks, intrusions, or other systems failures
- Testing and monitoring to control the risks identified through risk assessments.
- Evaluations and adjustments to the information security program when testing and monitoring identify needed improvements.
- Oversight of service providers to help ensure they maintain appropriate safeguards.
See Policy 500.575, Information Systems Data Security Plan , for more information.
Misrepresentation
The highest level of integrity is used in all advertising, marketing, and promotional materials. This helps ensure the college does not misrepresent the nature of its educational programs, financial charges, or the employability of its graduates.
Policy 500.511, Advertising establishes procedures for advertising, marketing, and promotional materials. The occupational advisory committee reviews each educational program annually to help ensure information is accurate.
Bridgerland Technical College does not participate in intercollegiate athletic programs, loan programs, or provide on-campus student housing facilities. As a result, the following disclosures are not applicable to the college:
- Completion/Graduation and Transfer-out Rates for Students Receiving Athletically Related Student Aid, including Disaggregated Completion/Graduation Rates (Student Right-to-Know Act)
- Intercollegiate Athletic Program Participation Rates and Financial Support (Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act)
- Security Report - Missing Person Notification Policy
- Fire Safety Report
- Fire Log
- State Grant Assistance
- Student Loan Information Published by the U.S. Department of Education
- National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS)
- Entrance Counseling for Student Loan Borrowers
- Exit Counseling for Student Loan Borrowers
- Private Education Loan Disclosures, including Self-Certification Form
- Self-Certification Form
- Code of Conduct for Education Loans
- Preferred Lender Lists
- Preferred Lender Arrangements
- Private Education Loans
- Annual Report on Preferred Lender Arrangements
These disclosures are also not applicable to the college for the reasons indicated:
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Required Written Arrangements Disclosures
- All certificate requirements are provided in their entirety through courses offered by Bridgerland Technical College; therefore, no required written arrangements are necessary.
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Types of Graduate and Professional Education in Which the School’s Graduates Enroll
- The college does not offer four-year degree programs. Consequently, there is no information to report regarding graduate and professional education.
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Accountability for Programs That Prepare Teachers
- The college does not offer programs that prepare teachers for initial state certification or licensure. As a result, there is no information to report regarding performance, passing rates, or teacher preparation programs.
Our Mission
The mission of the Bridgerland Technical College is to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and technical education to both secondary and post-secondary students through traditional and technology-enhanced
methodologies. This hands-on technical education provides occupational education, skills training, and workforce development to support the educational and economic development of the Bear River Region.