International Student Handbook 2015

INTERNATIONAL
Swift Current Campus 2015-16
TABLE OF CONTENTS
COLLEGE CALENDAR 2015-16 ........................................................................................ 3
GREAT PLAINS COLLEGE - MISSION, VISION & VALUES ...................................... 5
COLLEGE POLICIES ..............................................................................................................
Academic Progress-Attendance Policy .....................................................................................
Bad Debts Policy .........................................................................................................................
Grading Policy .............................................................................................................................
Grade Appeal Policy ...................................................................................................................
Respectful Learning and Working Environment Policy ........................................................
Student Harassment and Discrimination Complaint Procedure ..........................................
Student Appeal Policy ................................................................................................................
Evaluation Policy ........................................................................................................................
Student Conduct Policy .............................................................................................................
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COPYRIGHT ............................................................................................................................. 26
Student Guidelines for Posting, Scanning or Copying .......................................................... 26
STUDENT HEALTH ...............................................................................................................
Saskatchewan Health Card .......................................................................................................
Student Health and Dental Plan ..............................................................................................
Non-Smoking and Non-Tobacco Use .....................................................................................
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION PROCESS ..........................................

How to apply ..............................................................................................................................
Study Permits .............................................................................................................................
Federal and Provincial Study-in-Canada References ............................................................
International Student Advisor ..................................................................................................
Foreign Credential Recognition ..............................................................................................
Language Proficiency Requirements .......................................................................................
English Language Proficiency Requirements Chart ..............................................................
College Contacts for Admissions .............................................................................................
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FEES AND TUITION ..............................................................................................................

Payment of Fees ..........................................................................................................................
International Student Tuition Fee Policy (2015-16) ...............................................................
Tuition Refund ............................................................................................................................
Student Association Fees ............................................................................................................
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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ................................................................................................... 39

Financial Emergencies ................................................................................................................ 39
Great Plains College Scholarships ............................................................................................. 39
STUDENT TRANSFER AND WITHDRAWAL PROCESS ............................................ 39
Transfers ....................................................................................................................................... 39
Withdrawals ................................................................................................................................. 40
GREAT PLAINS COLLEGE SERVICES .............................................................................
Housing .........................................................................................................................................
Reserved Parking .........................................................................................................................
Student Lounge and Cafe ............................................................................................................
Student Study Area ......................................................................................................................
Exam Invigilation ........................................................................................................................
In Case of Emergency .................................................................................................................
Lockers .........................................................................................................................................
Visitors .........................................................................................................................................
Campus Hours ............................................................................................................................
Business Office Hours ................................................................................................................
Phone Calls and Messages .........................................................................................................
Lost and Found ...........................................................................................................................
Recreation ....................................................................................................................................
Fitness - BodyFit .........................................................................................................................
SunDogs Athletics ......................................................................................................................
Computer Use .............................................................................................................................
Great Plains College Clothing ...................................................................................................
Alumni .........................................................................................................................................
Program Orientation ..................................................................................................................
Student Services ..........................................................................................................................
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COMMUNITY HELP ORGANIZATIONS (Emergency Numbers) ................................................... 45

STUDENT CARD DISCOUNTS ................................................................................................................. 46
COLLEGE CONTACTS .......................................................................................................... 47
COLLEGE CALENDAR 2015-16

NOTE: Dates are subject to change.
2015
JULY
College closure Canada Day
AUGUST
College closure - Civic Holiday
Swift Current Campus orientation day and first day of
College closure - Labour Day
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16-23
College closure Thanksgiving

Midterms Business program
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30
College closure - Remembrance Day

Last day to withdraw for 50% refund
3-4
11-18
21-31
No classes
Final exams Business program
College closure - Christmas break
SEPTEMBER
classes
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
Swift Current Campus will be closed Dec. 21, 2014, to Jan. 3, 2014, inclusive.
2016
J JANUARY
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4
College closure New Years Day

College reopens and classes begin
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15-19
19-26
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College closure Family Day

School break Administrative Assistant program
Mid-term exams
School break Business program
1-4
25-31
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School break Business program

College closure Good Friday
College closure Easter Monday
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22-29

Final exams Business program
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College closure Victoria Day

Last day of classes Administrative Assistant program
FEBRUARY
MARCH
APRIL
MAY
Strategic Directions
Optimize Student
Success
Deliver Education
& Training to
Support Regional
Labour Market
Development
Provide Program
Growth through
Partnerships &
Investments
Value Employees
GREAT PLAINS COLLEGE - MISSION, VISION & VALUES

MISSION
To focus our energy and innovation on building careers, partnerships and
communities.
VISION
Economic prosperity and quality of life through education and training.
VALUES
AccessibleThe colleges programs and services are accessible to learners
in ways that overcome barriers of time, location, and personal circumstances.
AmbitiousThe college values excellence in services and a quality experience for students. The college strives to be known for excellence in programming that addresses the needs of industry and students.
CollaborativeThe college supports and engages in authentic partnerships to advance the opportunities for the students, employers, and communities it serves.
InnovativeThe college demonstrates an individualized approach to
learning that considers the needs, skills, and experiences of the student,
and the particular requirements of employers. The college is agile in its
response to changing community, public policy and labour market needs.
ResponsiveThe college responds to economic and social change and
adapts its programs to meet the needs of employers, the labour market,
individuals, communities, and public policy direction throughout the
region.
SupportiveThe college recognizes and respects a diversity of needs, cultures, values, and contributions in all of its stakeholder groups. It strives
to provide a supportive and stimulating environment for students and
employees.
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COLLEGE POLICIES
The nature of college policies is consistent with the purpose and the mission of the college and aim to foster the style of administration, teaching,
and learning that is mandated in the mission statement. Generally speaking, policies are a philosophically-based, goal-directed, rational guideline
for future discretionary action. The relevant student policies listed below
can be discussed and referred to at any point in the year. These policies are
subject to review and change.
ACADEMIC PROGRESS-ATTENDANCE POLICY
PURPOSE-PHILOSOPHY
Great Plains College promotes learning within a supportive environment
for all students. Students will be provided with instruction, support and
opportunity to achieve their academic goals. Academic goals will be identified by the student and the instructor. Students are responsible for their
individual academic progress.
The monitoring of student progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy to assist students to achieve their learning potential by:
- Allowing for the early identification of students whose academic
progress is less than satisfactory and who may need appropriate learning
supports
- Utilizing internal and external resources and supports
- Identifying, intervening and possibly discontinuing students who continue to make unsatisfactory progress or fail to meet academic requirements
POLICY
Students who are not achieving minimal academic requirements or not
progressing towards their identified academic goals will receive timely
assistance to address the issue.
Students who do not meet the expected performance standards may be:
1. Identified and notified of their lack of academic progress
2. Placed on academic probation
3. Required to discontinue
Academic progress refers to the students movement within a course of
study. Progress is not reliant on attendance.
However, lack of attendance may be identified as a barrier impacting the
students ability to progress in their course of study.
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Specific conditions in each program will be identified that must be met by

the student. If these conditions are not met the student may be required to
discontinue from the program and/or the institution.
BAD DEBTS POLICY
PURPOSE
As a trustee of public funds, the Board intends that the college will make a
reasonable effort to collect outstanding debts while remaining sensitive to
the circumstances of particular situations.
POLICY
1. Personal contact should always be the first step in dealing with persons or agencies that have overdue accounts with the college.
2. The college should employ an escalating penalty approach to encourage payment of accounts that are in arrears.
3. When normal collection attempts have been unsuccessful, the Board
should approve write-offs of uncollectable accounts.
4. In the case of large debts that could not be recovered by usual means
(short of court action), the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) should not
initiate court action without first advising the board.
5. The consequences in this policy which apply to students who acquire
outstanding debts to the college should be published in a student handbook or some other suitable document.
POLICY PROCEDURES
1. Personal contact shall be attempted by the college immediately when
the Director of Finance and Administration determines that any account
is in arrears; when a student account is in arrears, the contact must be
made through Program Coordinators.
2. The Director of Finance and Administration shall arrange for a Request for Payment Letter to be issued when an account becomes more
than 30 days overdue (60 days is current).
3. For balances in excess of $500 which are not paid in response to
Request for Payment Letters, the Director may, at his-her discretion,
secure the services of a local collection agency (if there is one).
4. For balances in excess of $10,000 which are more than 60 days in
arrears, the CEO shall be notified.
5. The CEO shall notify the Board whenever the colleges solicitor is
directed to issue a Demand for Payment Letter.
6. The CEO shall ensure the Board is appropriately advised of outstanding debts and that recommendations concerning write-offs and other
actions are provided to the Board on a timely basis in accordance with
this policy.
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7. Any outstanding balance in excess of $2,000 must not be written off

until all available avenues for collection as specified above have been
exhausted.
8. Debts shall be written off by means of a Board resolution when the
Board is satisfied that every reasonable step has been taken to collect an
outstanding debt.
9. The college shall withhold grades and transcripts of students with
accounts in arrears.
10. Files of students with arrears in excess of $100 shall be flagged and
these students may be refused admission to the same or another program until outstanding debts are paid in full.
GRADING POLICY
Great Plains College follows the grading policies of the institutions from
which it brokers its programs. Please refer to the following sites for current information:
Administrative Assistant program: http://public.assiniboine.net/Content/Images/uploaded/Policies/AcademicPolicyHandbook.pdf
Business Certificate program: http://saskpolytech.ca/about/about-us/
documents/policies/gradingsystemandstudentpromotion1208.pdf
GRADE APPEAL POLICY
PURPOSE-PHILOSOPHY
The purpose of this policy is to assure that grades represent a fair and
consistent evaluation of student performance and to provide students
with a systematic process to follow relating to the appeal of a grade. The
grade appeal process strives to resolve a dispute between the student and
instructor in the assignment of a grade in a collegial and timely manner.
Great Plains College supports open communication as the best means to
resolve concerns about grades.
POLICY
A registered student may appeal a final grade or grades for work that
contributes to a final grade. Students are required to follow an informal
resolution process first by discussing the matter with the instructor. If
agreement cannot be reached, a formal grade appeal may be filed according to the brokering institutions grade appeal process. In the case where a
brokering institution may not have a grade appeal process or the program
or course is not brokered, the following procedure should be applied.
PROCEDURE
If the informal appeal process does not resolve the matter to the satisfac9
tion of the student, the student may file a formal grade appeal in writing.
The appeal should be submitted within 30 days of receipt of grade to the
Program Coordinator who will then forward the appeal to the Region
Manager. The Region Manager will undertake required consultations
with the instructor, Program Coordinator and other relevant parties and
present all information to the Director or Programs within five business
days of receipt of the appeal for final decision. A grade may stay the same,
be adjusted downward or be adjusted upward. The Director of Programs
decision will be final.
The Director of Programs will ensure all relevant parties (student, instructor, Program Coordinator and Region Manager) are notified in writing
within ten business days of receipt of the appeal.
Although maximum timelines are defined, every attempt shall be made
to shorten the process. In complex cases the appeal process may continue
beyond these deadlines. However, the review shall be initiated within the
timelines of this procedure.
RESPECTFUL LEARNING AND WORKING
ENVIRONMENT POLICY
PHILOSOPHY
Great Plains College is committed to creating and maintaining a safe,
respectful, inclusive, productive and healthy learning and working environment that is free from harassment and discrimination.
PURPOSE
Great Plains College will take every reasonable step to create an environment that is free of harassment and discrimination and to take appropriate
measures to stop occurrences when informed of the existence of such
behavior.
SCOPE
The provisions of this policy apply to all students, staff, visitors, management and the Board of Governors.
This policy applies to behaviors that occur in the context of college related
activities, whether or not the behavior occurs on or off college premises,
during or outside formal working hours. College related activities are
organized under the colleges direction. Examples of activities that would
not be college related could include: union/staff association meetings or a
social event that is not organized by the college.
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This policy shall be interpreted in such a way as to balance the rights of

all members of the Great Plains College community to function in an
environment that allows open discussion, with the right to function in an
inclusive environment free from harassment and discrimination. It is not
intended to detract from the rights and obligations of those who manage
employees and students in accordance with collective agreements, college
policies and procedures.
DEFINITIONS
Harassment as defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, is:
Any inappropriate conduct, comment, display, action or gesture by a person that:
a) is either based on race, creed, religion, colour, sex, sexual orientation,
marital status, family status, disability, physical size or weight, age, nationality, ancestry or place of origin; or
b) adversely affects the workers psychological or physical well-being and
that the person knows or ought reasonably to know would cause a worker
to be humiliated or intimidated; and constitutes a threat to the health or
safety of the worker.
The Saskatchewan Occupational Health and Safety Act further clarifies
that for behavior to create a negative psychological or physical state:
- repeated conduct, comments, displays, actions or gestures must be
established; or
- a single, serious occurrence of conduct, or a single, serious comment,
display, action or gesture, that has a lasting, harmful effect on the worker, must be established.
Discrimination as described by the Canadian Human Rights Commission is:
- an action or decision that treats a person or a group negatively for reasons known as grounds of discrimination.
The eleven grounds of discrimination, protected under the Canadian Human Rights Act, are: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age,
sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, or a conviction for which a pardon has been granted or a record suspended.
College Community
Any person who provides a service for or receives a service from Great
Plains College, or any person who interacts with the college in the context
of its role as a public post-secondary institution.
Reasonable Person Standard
Those responsible for interpreting, administering and applying this policy
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will use a reasonable person standard. This standard is used to determine

whether a reasonable person in a similar position as the complainant
would judge harassment or discrimination to have occurred.
POLICY
All members of the college community share responsibility for creating
and maintaining a learning and working environment that is free from
harassment and discrimination. This means that we all have a responsibility not to engage in, allow or condone behavior contrary to this policy. As
well, we have the responsibility to take immediate and appropriate action
to report or deal with incidents of harassment and discrimination of any
type.
Great Plains College strongly supports education as the most proactive
measure for achieving a learning and working environment that is inclusive and free from harassment and discrimination. This education will
include, but not be limited to:
- informing the college community of their rights and obligations;
- training students, staff, management and the Board of Governors on:
- their roles and responsibilities as it relates to creating and
maintaining a healthy learning and working environment;
- this policy and corresponding procedures for dealing with
harassment or discrimination complaints.
Although our first goal is to prevent behaviors that are contrary to this
policy, Great Plains College is committed to responding promptly and taking appropriate corrective action to deal with individuals who engage in
harassing or discriminatory behaviors. Great Plains Colleges Harassment/
Discrimination Complaint Procedures outline the process for submitting
a complaint as well as the process that Great Plains College will use to
address the complaint.
The college also commits to protect students and employees, acting in
good faith, from reprisal for trying to stop or prevent harassment and discrimination. All complaints will be held in the strictest confidence except
where disclosure is necessary for investigation or corrective action or as
required by law.
REPRESENTATION
Any person involved in the complaint process may seek assistance, support or representation from another person of his/her choice such as a
student advocate or an association/union representative.
FALSE CLAIMS
It is a violation of this policy for anyone to knowingly make a false com12
plaint or to provide false information about a complaint.

STUDENT HARASSMENT AND DISCRIMINATION
COMPLAINT PROCEDURE
SCOPE
These procedures apply to harassment and discrimination complaints
which involve students.
DEFINITIONS
Complainant - An individual who is bringing forth an allegation of one
or more incidents of harassment or discrimination.
Respondent - The person or persons named in a harassment/discrimination complaint. The term does not in any way imply guilt when cited
throughout these procedures.
REPRESENTATION
Any person involved in the complaint process may seek assistance, support or representation from an individual of his/her choice.
PROCEDURE
Complainant = student
Respondent = student
1. A student who feels that he or she has been the victim of, or witnessed
harassment or discrimination is encouraged to first make it known to the
individual that the behavior is offensive, unwelcome and needs to stop.
2. Where this cannot be done or is unsuccessful, the student should meet
with a Student Adviser to discuss the details of the behavior and any
attempts made to stop it. The Student Adviser will work with the student
to develop and implement a plan to stop the unwanted behavior. The
Student Adviser will also review the harassment/discrimination complaint
procedure with the student.
3. Where this cannot be done or is unsuccessful, the Program Coordinator and the student will meet to discuss the situation and to formally file
a complaint. The Program Coordinator will review the harassment/discrimination complaint procedure with the student and provide the Harassment/Discrimination Complaint Form to the student for completion.
a. When possible, the student should keep detailed records of
the incidents leading up to the complaint as well as any actions
taken to stop the unwanted behavior. These records should in
clude dates, times, locations, circumstances, witnesses and the
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nature of the behavior. This information will be critical to the

resolution process.
b. The completed Harassment/Discrimination Complaint Form
must be forwarded to the Region Manager, who will acknowledge
receipt of the complaint within ten working days.
4. Complaints received will be kept confidential to the extent possible.
Complaints alleging another student will be investigated by a team led by
the Region Manager and the Program Coordinator.
a. Depending on the nature of the complaint, a third party may be
used. When this occurs, the College will appoint the third party.
5. The investigative team will investigate the complaint and take all necessary steps to resolve the issue. The complainant and respondent will be
kept informed during the process.
6. Both the complainant and the respondent will be interviewed, as well
as individuals who may be able to provide relevant information. To the
extent possible, all information will be kept confidential.
7. Where harassment/discrimination has been substantiated, the college
will take appropriate disciplinary and corrective actions. Documentation
of the corrective actions will be placed in the respondents student file.
Investigation documents will be scanned and saved in a designated, secure
electronic location; original investigation documents shall be shredded
by the Region Manager. No documentation will be placed in the complainants student file.
a. After the actions are implemented, the Region Manager or des
ignate, will follow up with the complainant to ensure the agreed
resolution was effective in stopping and preventing further harass
ment/discrimination.
b. Where the complainant indicates that the inappropriate be
havior has ended, documentation of such will be filed and the
complaint closed.
c. Where the complainant indicates that the inappropriate behavior
has not ended, the Region Manager or designate, will document
the result and then work with the investigative team to pursue
alternative actions.
8. Where harassment/discrimination has not been substantiated, no action
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will be taken against a student who made a complaint in good faith or

against the respondent. In this case, no documentation of the incident
will be placed in either of the students files. The investigation documents
will be scanned and saved in a designated, secure electronic location.
9. If the complainant or respondent is not satisfied with the outcome of the investigation, an appeal can be made, in writing, to the Director of Planning, who
will provide a formal, written response within ten working days.
PROCEDURE
Complainant = student
Respondent = employee
1. A student who feels that he or she has been the victim of, or witnessed
harassment or discrimination is encouraged to first make it known to the
employee that the behavior is offensive, unwelcome and needs to stop.
2. Where this cannot be done or is unsuccessful, the student should meet
with the Manager of Human Resources to discuss the details of the behavior and any attempts made to stop it. The Manager of Human Resources
will work with the student to develop and implement a plan to stop the
unwanted behavior. The Manager of Human Resources will also review
the harassment/discrimination complaint procedure with the student.
3. Where this cannot be done or is unsuccessful, the Manager of Human
Resources and the student will meet to discuss the situation and to formally file a complaint. The Harassment/Discrimination Complaint Form will
be provided to the student for completion.
a. When possible, the student should keep detailed records of
taken to stop the unwanted behavior. These records should include
dates, times, locations, circumstances, witnesses and the nature of
the behavior. This information will be critical to the resolution
process.
must be forwarded to the Manager of Human Resources, who will
acknowledge receipt of the complaint within ten working days.
4. Complaints received will be kept confidential to the extent possible.
The Manager of Human Resources will contact the respondents director
to form the investigative team. Where the Director or Manager of Human
Resources is involved in the allegations, the President or designate shall be
engaged to form the investigative team.
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used. When this occurs, the College will appoint the third party in
consultation with the Union or the Staff Association.
of the corrective actions will be placed in the employees personnel file.
Investigation documents will be placed in a separate file and retained, in a
secure location, by Human Resources or a designate. No documentation
will be placed in the complainants student file.
a. After the actions are implemented, the Manager of Human
Resources or designate, will follow up with the complainant to en
sure the agreed resolution was effective in stopping and preventing
further harassment/discrimination.
complaint closed.
has not ended, the Manager of Human Resources will document
will be taken against a student who made a complaint in good faith or
will be placed in either the employee or the student file. Investigation documents will be placed in a separate file and retained, in a secure location,
by Human Resources or a designate.
9. If the complainant or respondent is not satisfied with the outcome of
the investigation, an appeal can be made, in writing, to the President and
CEO of the college, who will provide a formal, written response within ten
working days.
PROCEDURE
Complainant = employee
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Respondent = student
1. An employee who feels that he or she has been the victim of, or witnessed harassment or discrimination is encouraged to first make it known
to the student that the behavior is offensive, unwelcome and needs to stop.
2. Where this cannot be done or is unsuccessful, the employee should
meet with the Manager of Human Resources to discuss the details of
the behavior and any attempts made to stop it. The Manager of Human
Resources will work with the employee to develop and implement a plan
to stop the unwanted behavior. The Manager of Human Resources will
also review the harassment/discrimination complaint procedure with the
employee.
3. Where this cannot be done or is unsuccessful, the Manager of Human
Resources and the employee will meet to discuss the situation and to formally file a complaint. The Harassment/Discrimination Complaint Form
will be provided to the employee for completion.
a. When possible, the employee should keep detailed records of
taken to stop the unwanted behavior. These records should include
dates, times, locations, circumstances, witnesses and the nature of
the behavior. This information will be critical to the resolution
process.
must be forwarded to the Manager of Human Resources, who will
acknowledge receipt of the complaint within ten working days.
4. Complaints received will be kept confidential to the extent possible. The
Manager of Human Resources will contact the complainants director to
form the investigative team. Where the Director or Manager of Human
Resources is involved in the allegations, the President or designate shall be
engaged to form the investigative team.
used. When this occurs, the College will appoint the third party in
consultation with the Union or the Staff Association.
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of the corrective actions will be placed in the respondents student file.
Investigation documents will be placed in a separate file and retained, in a
secure location, by Human Resources or a designate. No documentation
will be placed in the complainants personnel file.
a. After the actions are implemented, the Manager of Human
Resources or designate, will follow up with the complainant to en
sure the agreed resolution was effective in stopping and preventing
further harassment/discrimination.
complaint closed.
has not ended, the Manager of Human Resources will document
will be taken against an employee who made a complaint in good faith or
will be placed in either the employee or the student file. Investigation documents will be placed in a separate file and retained, in a secure location,
by Human Resources or a designate.
9. If the complainant or respondent is not satisfied with the outcome of
the investigation, an appeal can be made, in writing, to the President and
CEO of the college, who will provide a formal, written response within ten
working days.
Disclosure of investigation documents
All documents and statements obtained during the course of the investigation, including the names and copies of witness statements, shall not be
disclosed to any person outside of the investigative team and the individual responsible for the appeal, unless required by law.
The College or anyone acting on its behalf will not disclose the name of
the complainant or the respondent, as well as any information that may
identify the complainant or respondent. Beyond what is necessary to
conduct the investigation, implement actions, or pursue legal remedies,
all information pertaining to any harassment or discrimination case will
remain confidential.
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Other Options
Nothing in the Respectful Learning and Working Environment policy or
the corresponding procedures prevents or discourages an individual from
referring a harassment or discrimination complaint to the Occupational
Health and Safety Division under: The Occupational Health and Safety
Act. Individuals may also file a complaint with the Saskatchewan Human
Rights Commission under The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code.
Crisis Response
Canadas Criminal Code deals with matters such as violent acts, threats
and behaviors such as stalking. The police should be contacted immediately when an act of violence has occurred within the institution or when
someone in the institution is threatened with violence. In cases of alleged
sexual assault, law enforcement agencies will be contacted immediately.
The College will make every effort to support the transition of such cases
to the legal authorities and to assist in their investigation and resolution.
STUDENT APPEAL POLICY
PURPOSE-PHILOSOPHY
The Student Appeal policy is designed to ensure such decisions made by
staff are held to standards of procedural fairness and allow for due process.
Students have a right to be fully informed, to be heard and to have the opportunity to appeal decisions that have a negative impact on their standing
as a student. Great Plains College shall respond to student appeals in a fair
and systematic manner.
POLICY
A student at Great Plains College may appeal any college disciplinary or
academic ruling in which the student feels that he/she has been treated
unjustly, unfairly or in a prejudicial manner and which has a negative impact on his/her academic career. Decisions related to grade appeals are not
subject to this policy and procedure. (See Grade Appeal Policy.)
Disciplinary or performance rulings that impact the academic standing
of a student may be subject to appeal by the student. This would typically
involve rulings made through the application of the Student Conduct and
Academic Progress/Attendance policies.
The rendering of a decision that impacts the academic standing of a student is not in itself grounds for appeal. Reasonable grounds for hearing an
appeal would normally be restricted to:
- Alleged misapplication of procedural regulations or policy
- Alleged inconsistent or discriminatory determination of a penalty
Rulings, decisions, policies and procedures of partner institutions are not
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subject to this policy unless specifically described in formal agreements.

The application of principles of procedural fairness at the time of initial
investigation and ruling by the original decision maker will reduce the
number of subsequent appeals. In making a ruling or decision that negatively impacts the academic standing of a student, it is the decision makers responsibility to ensure the circumstances of the decision have been
fully discussed with the student and that he/she has been informed in
writing as to:
- The decision and impact on the students status
- The grounds for the decision
- Applicable policy or regulation governing the decision
- The students recourse for resolution and appeal
Ideally the decision maker will have taken the following steps before arriving at his or her decision:
- The student was made aware at the earliest possible moment of the circumstances that led up to the decision and what intervention, if appropriate, was applied
- All documents pertaining to the matter were shared with the student
including witness statements, attendance records, etc.
- The student was given the opportunity to be heard with a student advocate present and to respond before the decision was rendered
PROCEDURE
Level One - Original Decision Maker
When a student feels he/she has been treated unjustly, unfairly or in a
prejudicial manner when receiving a ruling, they may appeal the decision
with the original decision maker. The student must approach the decision
maker to discuss the decision within five business days of being officially
informed of the ruling. It is expected the parties involved will make every
effort for resolution before a level two appeal is filed.
It is the students responsibility to provide grounds, evidence or documentation that supports an appeal. Students and decision makers are encouraged to enlist the advice of a student advocate to assist in finding an early
resolution or in subsequently filing a level two formal appeal.
Level Two - Director of Programs
If the student and original decision maker have thoroughly discussed the
issues and have been unable to come to a mutual resolution, the student
may file a formal appeal at level two. The Director of Programs or designate will determine within five business days of notification of appeal if
the student is presenting grounds for appeal in accordance with the previously stated criteria.
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If it is determined there are grounds for an appeal, the Director or designate will consult with appropriate personnel and render a decision within
ten business days of receipt of appeal. In circumstances where the Director
of Programs is the original decision maker, the appeal will be made directly to the President.
The decision or determination reached at level two shall be final. The student filing the appeal will be notified in writing of the decision. The result
of the appeal will become part of the students file.
A student who has initiated the appeal process will continue in their program studies until the conclusion of the appeal process, unless:
- The Director of Programs or designate decides the students presence is
detrimental to the learning environment, the students personal safety or
the safety of others
- The Director of Programs or designate decides the students presence is
detrimental to the campus community, the students personal safety or
the safety of others
EVALUATION POLICY
Great Plains College will follow the evaluation policies set by the institutions from which it brokers its programs:
Saskatchewan Polytechnic for Business Certificate: http://saskpolytech.
ca/about/about-us/documents/policies/gradingsystemandstudentpromotion1208.pdf
Assiniboine Community College for Administrative Assistant
Certificate: http://public.assiniboine.net/Content/Images/uploaded/Policies/AcademicPolicyHandbook.pdf
Please refer to brokering institutions for details.
STUDENT CONDUCT POLICY
PURPOSE-PHILOSOPHY
Consideration for others and respect for each person is a principle way
of life within Great Plains College. Great Plains College believes that all
students and staff must be able to work and study in an environment that
is free from harassment, discrimination and intimidation. All are entitled
to fair and humane treatment and will conduct themselves appropriately,
respectfully and responsibly. To this end, students have an obligation to
act in a fair and respectful manner toward their peers, faculty, support
staff, administration and the physical property of the college and others.
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Great Plains College students are responsible for conducting themselves in a

manner that maintains a respectful, safe, healthy and educationally conducive environment. Such conduct is expected of all students at all Great Plains
College campuses, training facilities, events, programs (including practicum
placements and cooperative work placements) and student activities. Students whose actions are inappropriate or contrary to these principles may
be directed to change behaviour, abide by restrictions, have their privileges
suspended, or be expelled.
POLICY
The list below gives a general idea of some examples of misconduct. This list
is not limited to the following:
1) Academic Misconduct
Lack of Academic Integrity
Assignments, tests and examinations are designed for students to show the
instructor how well they have mastered the course material. When the instructor evaluates the students work, it must therefore be clear which ideas
and words are the students own. The general principle of academic integrity
for students doing course work is that they are to do their original, individual work, unless told otherwise by the instructor, and are to give credit for
other peoples own ideas or words.
Cheating
Cheating constitutes academic misconduct. Cheating is dishonest behaviour
or the attempt to behave dishonestly. It includes:
- Unless explicitly authorized by the instructor using books, notes, diagrams, electronic devices, or any other aids during an examination, either
in the room itself or when permitted to leave temporarily
- Copying from the work of another student
- Communicating with others during an examination to give or receive
information, either in the examination room or outside of it
- Commissioning or allowing another person to write an examination on
ones behalf
- Not following the rules of an examination
- Using for personal advantage, or communicating to other students, advance knowledge of the content of an examination
- Altering answers on an assignment or examination that has been returned
- Taking an examination out of the examination room unless authorized
by the instructor
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Plagiarism
Plagiarism is a form of academic dishonesty in which one person submits
or presents the work of another person as his or her own, whether from
intent to deceive, lack of understanding, or carelessness. It is allowable and
expected that students will examine and refer to the ideas of others, but
these ideas must be incorporated into the students own analysis and must
be clearly acknowledged through citations, references or other practices
accepted by the academic community.
A students use of others expression of ideas, whether quoted verbatim or
paraphrased, must also be clearly acknowledged according to acceptable
academic practice. It is the responsibility of each student to learn what
constitutes acceptable academic practice. Students who are uncertain of
what plagiarism is should discuss their methodology with their instructors.
In addition to the matters described above, academic misconduct subject
to discipline also includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Padding a bibliography with works not read or used
- Helping another student in an act of academic dishonesty such as writing a test or paper for someone else
- Providing false or incomplete information or supporting documents/
materials on an application for admission, readmission, or transfer
- Providing false information to obtain a deferral of work or examination
- Altering or falsifying, or attempting to alter or falsify, grade information or other records of academic performance whether they be ones
own or someone elses
Penalties
The possible penalties for an act of academic misconduct may include one
or more of the following:
- Reduction of a grade on an assignment, essay, report or examination
- Zero credit on an assignment, essay, report or examination
- Zero credit in a course
- Disciplinary action (see Procedure)
2) Disrespect
- Subjecting of any person(s) to indignity, injury, threat of violence or
degradation
- Abusive or vulgar language, gestures, etc.
- Any form of discrimination because of race, colour, age, disability, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation
- Harassment (see Harassment/Discrimination Policy)
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3) Educationally or Socially Disruptive Behaviour

- Disturbing, disrupting or otherwise interfering with the educational
activities (studies, laboratory/shop/practical exercises, lectures, etc.) of
fellow students and instructors
- Willful damage of facilities, or unauthorized use/removal of property
- Neglect of workplace health and safety procedures or practices, or the
creation of safety hazards
- Bringing of illicit drugs, unapproved alcohol or other intoxicants to
college facilities or events for personal use or for use by others
- Attending training, educational, laboratory, practicum, cooperative
placement or other services or training activities while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or other intoxicants
- Use of computing or network resources to access, create, view, listen to,
store or transmit material that is harassing, obscene, abusive, illegal, pornographic or discriminatory, or that otherwise violates applicable laws,
Great Plains College policies or community standards
- Inappropriate display of vulgar, obscene, abusive, illegal, pornographic
or discriminatory materials, clothing or actions
- Failure to observe college policies
PROCEDURE
It is necessary to bring unacceptable behaviour to a students attention
and request that such behaviour cease or change. The general principle
used when such behaviour is addressed is that the student will be given an
explanation as to the nature of the unacceptable behaviour and the corrective action that should take place. In the majority of cases this informal
notification and explanation of expectation is all that is necessary.
If the behaviour is persistent, reckless, endangering or of an extreme nature, additional or more formal steps will be taken to make sure a respectful, safe and educationally conducive environment is maintained. When
formal actions are warranted, documentation of the issue, the rationale
and terms of actions taken will be outlined in writing to the student. A
copy will be kept in the official student file.
To assist in consistent application of disciplinary action the Director of
Programs or designate will be the authority when imposing sanctions or
other disciplinary actions.
Criminal behaviour will be referred to appropriate authorities.
Informal Notification Procedure
The situation is brought to the attention of the Program Coordinator who
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will discuss the matter with the instructor, Student Adviser and Region
Manager. The Region Manager or designate will discuss the unacceptable
behaviour with the student. The informal notification and resulting conversation will be documented in the students file.
Formal Notification Procedure
Upon receiving notification of the misconduct, the Region Manager will
investigate the alleged misconduct, which will include offering an opportunity to the student to explain the incident and conducting any further
investigation deemed necessary to ensure procedural fairness. The Region
Manager will report all findings to the Director of Programs. The Director
of Programs or designate will make the disciplinary decision on the
conduct and will advise the student of the decision verbally and in writing.
A copy of the written documentation will be placed in the students file.
Principle of Progressive Discipline
Actions taken and penalties imposed when misconduct has been determined will be guided by the principle of progressive discipline. To that
end, penalties assigned and actions will:
- Normally increase in severity for second and subsequent acts of misconduct
- Take into account the severity of the misconduct
- Educate with respect to correct behaviour and the consequences of
future misconduct
Disciplinary Actions
When necessary, disciplinary actions will progress in the sequence as outlined. However, depending on the seriousness of conduct, Great Plains College may act as appropriate, including immediate suspension or expulsion.
Types of Disciplinary Action
1) Reprimand
A reprimand is an action, which officially recognizes a violation of good
conduct and advises the offender to avoid future infractions. Documentation of a reprimand will be placed in the students file.
2) Probation
Probation is a set of restrictions, expectations, performance indicators,
deadlines and timelines placed on a student to continue in a course, activities, program of study or access to facilities or resources. The action allows
the student to remain in the program or course on the conditions imposed
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by the appropriate authority. The student on probation will be informed in

writing of the terms of the probation. A copy of the letter will be placed in
the students file.
3) Suspension
Suspension is an action which removes or excludes the student from services,
activities, a course, practicum, program, campus or Great Plains College for
a specified period. Exclusion or removal will be immediate if the safety of the
public, staff or students is in any danger.
Great Plains College instructors have the authority to suspend a student from
the classroom or lab for a day if they deem the behaviour to be disruptive, inappropriate or to pose an immediate risk to students, faculty or administrative
staff. Suspension beyond a day will be determined by the Director of Programs based on information received from all related parties to the Program
Coordinator to the Region Manager to the Director of Programs.
When a student is suspended within a period that concludes in the same academic year, automatic re-entry into the program occurs upon the completion
of the suspension and meeting of any related conditions. The student does not
need to re-apply for admission. Upon re-admittance, the student must work
with the appropriate staff member to ensure the conditions for a program or
course re-entry are met and ensure future student success. If the students suspension concludes after the current academic year, re-application for program
admission is required. The individual will not be eligible to re-apply to the
program until the terms of suspension are completed. The individuals application will be subject to normal application and waitlist procedures.
Suspended students are not eligible for refunds.
4) Expulsion
Expulsion is an action which removes the student from Great Plains College indefinitely. The President of Great Plains College has the authority
to expel students. A student who is expelled will not be re-admitted for a
minimum of one full academic year after which the student can make an
appeal letter in writing to the President for re-admittance.
Expelled students are not eligible for refunds.
COPYRIGHT
Student Guidelines for Posting, Scanning or Copying
The copyright law of Canada governs the copying and communicating of
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copyright-protected material. Certain copies and communications may

infringe copyright law. These fair dealing guidelines are provided for
your information. You are solely responsible for knowing your rights and
responsibilities under the Copyright Act.
Great Plains College is not responsible for infringing copies made by the
users of college machines.
__________________________________________________________
The fair dealing provision in the Copyright Act permits the copying and
communication of short excerpts from a copyright-protected work, without permission or the payment of copyright royalties.
1. A student may copy and communicate, in paper or electronic form, a
single copy of a short excerpt from a copyright-protected work for the
purpose of research, private study, criticism, review, news reporting,
education, satire or parody.
2. Copying for the purpose of news reporting, criticism or review must
mention the source and, if given in the source, the name of the author or
creator of the work.
3. A single copy of a short excerpt from a copyright-protected work may
be posted to a learning or course management system that is password
protected or otherwise restricted to students of a particular course.
4. A short excerpt means any one of a to g:
a. up to 10% of a copyright-protected work (including a literary
work, musical score, sound recording, and an audiovisual work)
b. one chapter from a book
c. a single article from a periodical
d. an entire artistic work (including a painting, print, photograph,
diagram, drawing, map, chart, and plan) from a copyright-protected work containing other artistic works
e. an entire newspaper article or page
f. an entire single poem or musical score from a copyright-protected work containing other poems or musical scores
g. an entire entry from an encyclopedia, annotated bibliography,
dictionary or similar reference work
5. Copying or communicating multiple short excerpts from the same
copyright-protected work, with the intention of copying or communicating substantially the entire work, is prohibited.
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STUDENT HEALTH
Saskatchewan Health Card
Saskatchewan Health covers health services for certain special classes of
newcomers from outside Canada who move to Saskatchewan on or before
the first day of the third calendar month after arriving in Canada. If you
are among the groups identified below, you may be eligible for benefits
from the day you move to Saskatchewan.
permanent residents (landed immigrants)
people discharged from the Canadian Forces
non-immigrants who are in Canada in connection with their trade or
profession
international students
returning spouses of Canadian Forces members
returning Canadian citizens
returning residents
If you are an international student temporarily residing in Saskatchewan
to further your education, you may be eligible for Saskatchewan health
coverage. You must apply for a Saskatchewan health services card. You
must provide proof of full-time enrollment at an accredited educational
institute and a valid Study Permit issued by Citizenship and Immigration
Canada.
To begin your application, see:
http://www.ehealthsask.ca/HealthRegistries/Pages/apply-for-health-card.
aspx
General Information about Sask Health Benefits:
http://www.ehealthsask.ca/HealthRegistries/Pages/health-benefits.aspx
Student Health and Dental Plan
The Great Plains College Health and Dental Plan will provide extended
health and dental benefits for full-time students enrolled in an eligible
full-time program. The charges for the plans will appear on your student
account statement. Once paid, you will have coverage for a full year from
the day your first class begins.
If you have been assessed the plans fees but already have comparable coverage, you can opt out of the health and dental plans through the website at
www.mystudentplan.ca within 30 days from the first day your class
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begins. You will still be required to pay the Health and Dental fee up front
as part of your mandatory tuition fees, however, you will be credited for
this fee once you opt out.
For additional questions regarding your Great Plains College
Student Health and Dental Plan, please contact us at:
gpcplan@mystudentplan.ca 1-877-746-5566, ext. 249
mystudentplan.ca
Non-Smoking and Non-Tobacco Use
In an effort to create a healthier atmosphere for the college community,
Great Plains College makes effort to protect our students, clients, staff
and visitors from the health risks associated with tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke. One of our goals is to promote and reinforce
a tobacco free lifestyle. In the process Great Plains does not seek to force
or require cessation of tobacco products use by its students, staff or visitors. Great Plains College seeks to uphold the personal rights and decision
making processes of all people involved. Students who chose to smoke are
requested to use the designated smoking area only.
Smoking and tobacco use is prohibited in the following locations:
Inside campus buildings
On campus grounds; including parking lots
In all college-owned or leased vehicles
Offenses will be dealt with in the same manner as violations of other college policies and may result in disciplinary action in accordance with the
Student Conduct Policy. Sanctions and disciplinary actions could include:
reprimand, probation, suspension and expulsion.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION PROCESS
How to apply
1) Complete the International Student application form at
www.greatplainscollege.ca/apply or request a paper copy of the form to be
mailed or emailed to you.
Eligible programs for International students for 2015-16 are:
o Business- Swift Current
o Administrative Assistant- Swift Current
- Apply before April 30, 2015, to be assessed for a scholarship. For most
programs, applications are accepted throughout the year. Some programs
carry an application deadline as indicated in the individual program
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description.
- Program prerequisites are listed in individual program descriptions at

www.greatplainscollege.ca.
- English Language Proficiency requirements are noted within
this document.
2) Submit your application.
Your application can be submitted using one of the following methods:
- Submit via email to margarets@greatplainscollege.ca
OR
- Print the completed application and mail, along with all supporting documents to:
Margaret Schafer, Student Adviser
Great Plains College
Box 5000
Swift Current, SK S9H 4G3
Canada
3) Submit your application fee and supporting documentation:
In order for your application to be assessed for admission to the program,
we require:
a) A $125 CDN non-refundable application fee payable to Great Plains
College. Please call 1 (866) 296-2472 to pay your application fee. Note that
Saskatchewan is the Central Standard Time Zone.
b) All official secondary and-or post-secondary transcripts from your
home country and from Canada and results of any foreign credential recognition assessments you have had completed in past. Transcripts must be
sent directly from the originating institution to Great Plains College. All
transcripts must be translated to English.
c) English Language Proficiency Requirement: Provide proof of English
Language Proficiency if English is not your first language. If testing is
required, have test results sent directly to Great Plains College from the
testing service.
4) Acceptance Process
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You will be contacted within 48 business hours of your application

being successfully received.
You will be contacted by the International Student Adviser if any
information is missing or in question. If a Foreign Credential Recognition process is required to evaluate your transcript and additional fees
apply, the International student adviser will contact you to discuss this.
- Once your program entrance requirements have been met you will
receive an acceptance letter outlining your program, tuition and scholarship details.
- You will be asked to pay a tuition deposit of 25 percent of your full
tuition within 30 days to secure your seat.
- If you apply to a program that is already full, or have not met your
programs prerequisites, a student adviser will contact you to discuss
your options.
Study Permits
As an International student, you must apply for a Canada Study Permit from the Canadian Embassy if you plan to study for more than six
months.
Your official letter of acceptance must be included with your study
permit application to prove you will be studying at a Designated
Learning Institution. In addition to the letter of acceptance you will
have to prove: that you have sufficient funds to cover tuition costs and
living expenses for the duration of your study period; that you do not
have a criminal record and are not a security risk to Canada; that you
are in good health; and that you will be leaving Canada at the end of
your stay.
It is strongly recommended that you submit the study permit application at least three months before the start of classes to allow for processing time.
Federal and Provincial Study-in-Canada References
It is important that you do not let your study permit expire. Allowing
a study permit to expire is considered a violation of the Immigration
Act which may affect your eligibility for an extension and may lead to
deportation.
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Please refer to the following websites for more information on studying in

Canada and Saskatchewan:
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp
Immigration Saskatchewan
www.economy.gov.sk.ca/immigration/studying
International Student Advisor
The main liaison between Great Plains College, the provincial Ministry,
and the colleges international students is the International Student Advisor. Contact information for this person is below:
Until April 30, 2015
Teresa Cole teresac@greatplainscollege.ca 1-306-778-5471
May 1, 2015 onward
Keleah Ostrander keleaho@greatplainscollege.ca 1-306-778-5471
Foreign Credential Recognition
Great Plains College follows the foreign credential recognition processes
of the institutions from which it brokers programs. Please refer to the brokering institution of the program of interest for more information.
In general, foreign credential processes will involve the prospective student providing original transcripts as part of the application process.
These will be assessed by the brokering institution. A fee for this service
may apply.
Language Proficiency Requirements
Great Plains College will generally apply the language proficiency requirements of the institution from which it is brokering programming.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS CHART

English is the language of instruction and examination at Great Plains
College
Applicants who have completed their secondary (high school) education
or received post-secondary training in one of the following exempt countries are not generally required to provide evidence of English language
proficiency (ELP).
If your first or primary language is not English and-or your country is not
exempt, you will need to provide evidence of having the English language
skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing necessary to be successful
in the program to which you are applying.
Saskatchewan students graduating from Fransaskois and French Immersion high school programs are not required to meet further ELP requirements.
Exempt Countries
American Samoa
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Aruba
Australia
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Bermuda
Botswana
British Virgin Islands
Canada (except Quebec)
Cayman Islands
England
Fiji
Ghana
Grenada
Guam
Jamaica
Kenya
Lesotho
Malawi
New Zealand
Nigeria
Northern Ireland
Papua New Guinea
Panama Canal Zone
Puerto Rico
St. Kitts and Nevis
St. Lucia
Scotland
Sierra Leone
Trinidad and Tobago
Turks and Caicos Islands
Uganda
United States of America
US Virgin Islands
Wales
Zambia
Zimbabwe
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS CHART

Completion of studies at a Canadian or A minimum grade of 70% in Grade
U.S. high school (secondary education 12 provincially-examined or stateexamined English courses as part of
one successful full-time year of study;
OR successful completion of Grades
10, 11 and 12 English courses or their
equivalents, in sequence, as part of
three full academic years in a high
school using provincially-accredited
Canadian or state-accredited U.S.
curriculum, including regular (10,
20 or 30 level) or modified (11, 21
or 31 level) courses. English as a
Second Language courses will not be
considered.
Quebec applicants must provide proof
of:
- a Secondary V Diplome detudes
secondaires (DES) with three
successful years of English in sequence,
or
- a minimum of one complete year in
an academic diploma program at a
French College denseignement general
et professional (CEGEP), and two of
the following English courses: English
603-101, 603-102, 603-103, or
- a minimum of one complete year in
an academic diploma program at an
English CEGEP college
Canadian provincially-examined Adult A minimum grade of 70% in English
12 program (secondary education)
Language Arts A30 and English
Language Arts B30 (or equivalent) of
one successful full-time year of study
and completion of a provinciallyexamined Adult 12 program.
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U.S. approved Adult 12 program

(secondary education)
Completion of studies at an Englishspeaking secondary school outside

North America in a country that is not
exempt
Completion of studies at an Englishspeaking post-secondary school
Test of English as a Foreign Language

(TOEFL) Internet-based
www.toefl.com
Successful completion of an approved

Adult 12 program
including a minimum grade of 70% in
equivalent English courses as part of
one successful full-time year of study.
Successful completion of Grades 10,
11, and 12 (or equivalent), in sequence,
as part of three full years of secondary
school taught and examined at an
accredited institution recognized by
Great Plains College, where English is
the official language of instruction and
examination. Director of Planning or
designate approval will be required.
Successful completion of a one-year
certificate, diploma or degree from an
accredited program and institution
recognized by Great Plains College
where English is the official language of
instruction and examination. Director
of Planning or designate approval will
be required.
An overall minimum score of 81 on
the Internet-based Test of English as
a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT),
with a minimum score of 19 in each
of reading, listening, speaking and
writing for Saskatchewan Polytechnic
programs.
An overall minimum score of 79 on
the Internet-based Test of English as
a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT),
with a minimum score of 18 in each
of reading, listening, speaking and
writing for Assiniboine Community
College programs.
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TOEFL Paper-based
www.toefl.com
Minimum test score of 550 with a

minimum TWE of 3.5 and a minimum
TSE of 50.
International English Language Testing Overall minimum score of Band
6.5 with a minimum score of 5.0 in
System (IELTS), Academic Module
each component for Saskatchewan
www.ielts.org
Polytechnic programs.
www.saskpolytech.ca/admissions/
admission-requirements/englishOverall minimum score of Band 6.5
language-requirements.aspx
with a minimum score of 6.0 in each
component for ACC programs.
Minimum score on the CLB* required
Canadian Language Benchmarks
by the program (minimums range
(CLB)
from 7 to 9). Applicants testing
www.saskpolytech.ca/admissions/
at Saskatchewan Polytechnic who
admission-requirements/englishachieve a score of 8+ on the CLB will
language-requirements.aspx
be considered to have met level 9 as
Saskatchewan Polytechnic does not
currently test for benchmark 9 or
higher.
Canadian Test of English for Scholars

and Trainees (CanTEST)
www.usask.ca
Canadian Academic English Language
Assessment (CAEL)
www.cael.ca
University of Cambridge Certificate of
Proficiency in English (CPE)
www.cam.ac.uk
Michigan English Language

Assessment Battery (MELAB)
www.umich.edu
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*Great Plains College does not accept

the CLBPT as evidence of English
proficiency. CLB levels must be
established through CLB-A testing.
Minimum score of 4.5 in each of
listening and reading, a minimum
score of 4.0 in speaking and a
minimum score of 4.0 in writing.
Minimum score of 60 with a minimum
score of 50 in each component.
Minimum grade of C.
Minimum score of 85 for

Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs.
Minimum score of 80 for ACC
programs.
University of Regina ESL Programs

www.uregina.ca
University of Saskatchewan ESL

programs
www.usask.ca
Other college and university intensive
ESL programs
Advanced Placement (AP) English
International Baccalaureate (IB)

English A1 or A2
Other equivalent proofs of proficiency
Successful completion of ESL 050

(Advanced Level) with completion
of either Literature and Writing or
Advanced Writing, or a minimum
average score of 55 on the ESL
placement exam.
Successful completion of University
Preparation Level 2 (UPREP 2).
Successful completion of a Great Plains
College-recognized ESL program from
a Canadian college or university, if it is
considered equivalent to Great Plains
Colleges required TOEFL iBT or IELTS
admission requirements. Proficiency
equivalents will be reviewed by Great
Plains Colleges Director of Planning
or designate in consultation with the
relevant program head. Director of
Planning or designate approval will be
required.
Successful completion of Grade 12
at an English-speaking high school,
including Advanced Placement English
courses, each with a minimum grade
of 3.
Successful completion of the
International Baccalaureate Diploma,
including higher level English with a
minimum grade of 4.
Proficiency equivalents are reviewed
by Great Plains Colleges Director of
Planning or designate in consultation
with the relevant program head;
Registrar approval is required.
Applicants may appeal to the Director
of Planning or designate decisions
concerning English language
proficiency requirements.
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ADDITIONAL PROGRAMSPECIFIC ELP REQUIREMENTS

Saskatchewan Collaborative
See www.sasknursingdegree.ca/
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
scbscn/
COLLEGE CONTACTS FOR ADMISSIONS

Margaret Schafer Student Services Adviser
margarets@greatplainscollege.ca or 306-778-5497
Business Office (306) 773-1531 or info@greatplainscollege.ca
FEES AND TUITION
Payment of Fees
Great Plains College accepts fee payment in CDN dollars only by
cheque, money order, debit, Visa, MasterCard or cash at all office
locations. Please refrain from sending cash through the mail. Your
registration becomes effective upon payment of the required fees. You
cannot attend courses or programs until all fees are paid unless prior
arrangements have been made with the Student Services office. Great
Plains College reserves the right to withhold service or marks until all
outstanding fees are paid. Please contact the Student Services office for more
information.
International Student Tuition Fee Policy (2015-16)
Application fee: $125 non-refundable
Program Tuition: 2.5 times the domestic tuition
Tuition Deposit: 25% of tuition
Foreign Credential Assessment fee: $100
Note: International student fees are higher as a result of additional costs
to ensure supplemental supports are in place for international students.
All other student fees will be assessed per the main Great Plains
College Tuition Schedule.
Tuition Refund
A student seeking a refund in a credit program shall submit a written
request to the Program Coordinator. The current Great Plains College
refund schedule will apply. Please note: A refund may be reimbursed
directly to the funding agency, if so directed.
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A copy of the Refund Policy is available at the Student Services office

and online at www.greatplainscollege.ca.
Student Association Fees
Full-time post-secondary students - $70
The Student Association exists to help enhance the student experience
and support the academic and non-academic needs of Great Plains
College students. The Student Association will serve as the official voice
of the students at Great Plains College.
The Student Association is involved in organizing social, recreational
and academic activities for the students, and oversees all student fundraising activities. The Student Council and designated bodies including
the College Board, reserves the right to refuse any requests to
fundraise.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Student Association,
or have any questions, please contact Shawna Smuk at (306) 778-5450.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Financial Emergencies
A student facing a financial emergency is encouraged to contact the
Student Services office. The Student Services office may be able to assist
through referral to the most appropriate agency.
Great Plains College Scholarships
Great Plains College offers scholarships ranging from $500-$5,000 for
approved post-secondary programs for the 2015-16 academic year.
Offers are based on transcripts provided at time of application and
are conditional upon academic performance. If you were eligible for a
Great Plains College scholarship, you should have received this information in your acceptance letter. These scholarships will be awarded at
the annual Contributors Reception. For more information, contact the
Student Services office or visit www.greatplainscollege.ca.
STUDENT TRANSFER AND WITHDRAWAL PROCESSES
Transfers
To transfer to another Great Plains College program, contact the International Student Adviser. International students may only transfer to
another eligible program. Application and tuition fees are generally not
transferable.
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To transfer to another post-secondary institution in Saskatchewan,

contact the International Student Adviser for information.
International students may only transfer to another designated
post-secondary institution. Application and tuition fees are not transferable between institutions. Application processes, tuition and fees,
and eligibility requirements will vary by institution.
Withdrawals
If a student is denied a study permit or withdraws before the program
starts, the tuition deposit, less a $300 administrative fee, will be refunded.
All application fees are non-refundable.
Cancellation of a program by Great Plains College will result in a full
refund of fees paid.
To withdraw from a Great Plains College program, contact the International Student Adviser.
International students must provide Great Plains College with their
plan to either transfer to another institution or leave Canada. Students
must be aware that there may be implications on their study permits
with withdrawal from an institution.
Refunds will be processed according to the Great Plains College Refund Schedule.
GREAT PLAINS COLLEGE SERVICES
Housing
Great Plains College does not have dormitory residences on campus.
Students will need to make private rental arrangements. Some sources of information about rental apartments are listed below but Great
Plains College does not intend this as a recommendation of any particular landlord listed.
Swift Current Housing Authority 1-306-778-3218
Swift Current Online Classifieds
http://classifieds.swiftcurrentonline.com/c,120,Rentals%2C-Apart
ments.htm?city=3
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Southwest Booster Classifieds

http://yourclassifieds.ca/cb-sk-swbooster/for-rent/search
Formula 1 Real Estate Service 1-306-773-7527
Pyramid Property Management 1-877-874-5668 or
1- 306-773-4624
http://www.pyramidproperty.ca/available_properties.html
Avenue Living 1-855-247-1492
http://www.avenueliving.ca/apartments/swift-current
Reserved Parking
Student parking permits are available for purchase for on-campus parking or for the 1st Avenue NE lot (beside the Legion Hall). You may contact the Business Office to request a permit. Parking permit stalls will
be assigned based on first come first serve. Parking permits allow you
to park Monday to Friday from 6 a.m.6 p.m. in your designated spot.
On-campus parking, August to July: $200
1st Avenue NE lot, September to June: $100 or $50 per semester
(September to December, January to April, or May to August).
For more information please visit www.greatplainscollege.ca.
Student Lounge and Cafe
A student lounge with caf is located on the main floor providing
beverages, snack and light lunches. Students are encouraged to use the
games, TV, vending machines and furniture provided.
Student Study Area
This room is available for quiet academic study during the regular
hours of college operation. The study area accommodates individual
and group study. It is equipped with computers, a printer and internet
services.
Exam Invigilation
Students can write exams by arrangement in the examination room
during designated times. Other members of the community needing an
exam supervised can also access these services on a limited basis. Exam
invigilation fees may apply. Please contact the college at (306) 773-1531
to make the necessary arrangements.
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In Case of Emergency
Your instructor will review Great Plains College emergency procedures
at the beginning of your program. You will be made aware of what to
do in case of emergencies (such as fires, tornados, lockdowns, etc.),
where to assemble outside and who to report your presence to.
Lockers
Locker rental fee is $25. Students must provide their own lock and
agree to vacate their lockers by June 30. Great Plains College does not
assume any liability for personal items left in lockers, and reserves the
right to remove a lock when deemed necessary.
Visitors
All visitors should report to reception and state the nature of their visit.
Visitors are not allowed to enter classrooms without prior arrangement.
Campus Hours
Students may access the facility during the following hours, with the
exception of summer hours, scheduled closures and unexpected circumstances.
MondayThursday: 8 a.m. 10 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. 6 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.4 p.m.
Sunday: closed
Stat. holidays: closed
Business Office Hours
MondayFriday: 8:30 a.m.4:30 p.m.
Phone Calls and Messages
Privacy laws require that Great Plains College cannot confirm whether or not a person is on site. In case of an emergency, the caller must
disclose the nature of the emergency so that staff can determine the
best management case. In no circumstance do we guarantee delivery of
personal messages. Exceptions may be made if prior arrangements are
made with the Student Services office.
Lost and Found
Please give any items found or notification of lost items to reception or
after hours to the SCN attendant. Lost and found items will be kept at
the reception desk for one program year. Unclaimed items will either be
donated to a charitable organization or discarded at the end of the year.
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Recreation
The gymnasium is available for students to use at no cost during noon
hours, before classes and in the evenings.
Fitness BodyFit
Great Plains College offers all full-time students the opportunity to acquire a gym membership from BodyFit at a significantly reduced cost.
Confirmation of enrolment is required from the Student Services office
before signing up.
Sundogs Athletics
Great Plains College SunDogs compete in mens and womens volleyball
and basketball. Full-time Great Plains College students have the opportunity to become a SunDog. If you are interested in playing please
contact the SunDogs Athletic Coordinator at sundogs@greatplainscollege.ca.
Computer Use
All students who pay student association fees are given a Great Plains
College computer account. This account gives you login access to all
computers at the college as well as an email account. When using the
computers do not save information in the documents folder. Save to
the U drive as the U drive can be accessed from any computer on
campus. Students are also encouraged to use a USB stick so they
may have their information as needed. If you require help accessing
college computers or your email account, please contact the Business
Office.
Students must:
use the computers in a responsible and lawful manner
avoid using the facilities for personal financial gain
recognize that the computers are intended for educational use only
use only the programs that are installed on the computers and are available for student use
avoid using the lab during a scheduled class, unless permitted by the instructor
respect the rights of other users, and the policies of sites and network
Please remember:
downloading of any type from the Internet is strictly prohibited
without prior permission
no food or beverages are allowed in lab facilities
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computer printers shouldnt be used in lieu of a photocopier

all full-time students are allocated a $5 (50 copies) print credit
along with their computer ID
additional credits may be purchased at any time during the year
(sold in $5 increments)
to report any problems to an instructor, or the IT assistant immediately
Great Plains College Clothing
Great Plains College sells an assortment of college and SunDogs logoed
clothing and other items. Quantities are limited. Purchases can be made
through reception.
Alumni
Your college activity and involvement as a student at Great Plains College will not end with your program completion. You continue to be an
important part of the Great Plains College alumni family. As an alumni
member you will have the opportunity to remain involved in the strategic direction of the college with connections in areas such as scholarships and various college events. For more information please contact
the Development Office at development@greatplainscollege.ca.
Program Orientation
All students will participate in an orientation at the beginning of the program. This will include information on the college and its services, the
students program, college rules and policies and community services.
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Student Services
Students are encouraged to stop by Student Services located in office
118 for assistance and are encouraged to make an appointment.
Students can access services free of charge and are encouraged to seek
solutions to issues using the services provided. Instructors and program coordinators reserve the right to refer students to the Student
Services office if it is felt that personal issues are impairing the students performance.
The services available include:
career advising
financial advising
academic advising
exam invigilation
general advising (i.e. Attendance, performance, issues impairing success, etc.)
sponsoring agency issues/difficulties
financial aid
confirmation of enrolment
referrals to outside agencies
incoming referrals from instructors

and/or program coordinators
special needs programming
student assistance and advocacy
student employment opportunities
(employment opportunities are shared
with Great Plains College students
throughout the year in a variety of ways)
internal & external referral for life skills
counselling
COMMUNITY HELP ORGANIZATIONS

EMERGENCY NUMBERS
(All area codes 306)
Fire/Ambulance/Police
RCMP
Southwest Safe Shelter
Southwest Crisis Services
Womens Outreach
Mens Outreach
Victim Services
Addresses
911 (emergency only)
778-4870
2 - 1st Ave NE
778-3692
778-3684
778-3433
778-4898
Community Health Support Numbers

Swift Current Regional Hospital
778-9400
Addiction Services
778-5280
Alcoholics Anonymous
773-7494
Northside Walk-in Medical Clinic 773-9100
Community Health Services
778-5280
Sask Health Line
811
2004 Sask Dr
350 Cheadle St W
911 Central Ave N
350 Cheadle St W
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Mental Health Support Numbers

Mental Health Services
24 Hour Crisis Line
Christian Counseling Centre
Gamblers Anonymous
Addresses
778-5280
350 Cheadle St W
1-800-567-3334
773-0614
773-6271
Community Service Agencies Numbers

SOUTHWEST NEWCOMER
WELCOME CENTRE
778-6262
Human Resources Canada
778-4372
Legal Aid
778-8272
Salvation Army
778-0515
Social Services
778-8219
Big Brothers/Big Sisters
773-1643
Canada-Saskatchewan Labour
Market Services
778-8230
Other Important Numbers
City of Swift Current Telebus
City of Swift Current
Comprehensive High School
Swift Current Public Library
Swift Current Housing Authority
Highway Hotline
237 Central Ave N

250 Central Ave N
350 Cheadle St W
780 1st Ave NW
350 Cheadle St W
350 Cheadle St W
773-1448
778-2777
177 1st Ave NE
773-2801
1100 11th Ave NE
778-2752
411 Herbert St E
778-3218
78 Central Ave N
1 (888) 335-7623
STUDENT CARD DISCOUNTS*

Swift Current Broncos
- Present your student card and attend a regular season game for
$9.25
Lucky Charlies 240 Central N Lower Level Chinook Centre
Drink specials every day of the week
M&M Meat Shops #3 701 Robert Street East
- 10% off your everyday purchase
Family Pizza 701 Robert Street East
- Large 2 for 1 pizza for a medium charge
Modern Family Restaurant 49 Central Ave North
- 15% off regular menu items
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In Look Fashions Swift Current Mall

- 10% off regular priced merchandise
Subway 101 Central Ave North OR 1-1100 South Service Rd East
- Monday to Friday during school hours:
Free drink and cookie with sandwich
- Regular student specials
Schimmels Dutch Bakery 139 Central Ave North
- Free drink with soup and sandwich
*May be subject to change
COLLEGE CONTACTS
International Student Advisor
The main liaison between Great Plains College, the provincial Ministry,
and the colleges international students is the International Student Advisor. Contact information for this person is below:
Keleah Ostrander Director of Planning
Email: keleaho@greatplainscollege.ca Phone: (306) 778-5471
Business Office (306) 773-1531 or info@greatplainscollege.ca
Margaret Schafer Student Services (Applications)
Email: margarets@greatplainscollege.ca Phone: (306) 778-5497
Shawna Smuk Program Coordinator
Email: shawnas@greatplainscollege.ca Phone: (306) 778-5450
My Program Coordinator: ________________________________
My Instructor: ________________________________________
greatplainscollege.ca 1 (866) 296-2472
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KINDERSLEY CAMPUS
Box 488, 514 Main Street
Kindersley SK S0L 1S0
Phone: (306) 463-6431
Fax: (306) 463-1161
SWIFT CURRENT CAMPUS

Box 5000, 129 2nd Avenue NE
Swift Current SK S9H 4G3
Phone: (306) 773-1531
Fax: (306) 773-2384
WARMAN CAMPUS
Box 1001, 201 Central Street
Warman SK S0K 4S0
Phone: (306) 242-5377
Fax: (306) 242-8662
ROSETOWN PROGRAM CENTRE

Box 610, 1005 Main Street
Rosetown SK S0L 2V0
Phone: (306) 882-4236
MAPLE CREEK PROGRAM CENTRE

Box 1738, 20 Pacific Avenue
Maple Creek SK SON 1N0
Phone: (306) 662-3829
BIGGAR PROGRAM CENTRE

Box 700, 701 Dominion Street
Biggar SK S0K 0MO
Phone: (306) 948-3363
TOLL-FREE: 1 (866) 296-2472

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INTERNATIONAL

Swift Current Campus 2015-16

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT APPLICATION PROCESS ..........................................

FEES AND TUITION ..............................................................................................................

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ................................................................................................... 39

COMMUNITY HELP ORGANIZATIONS (Emergency Numbers) ................................................... 45

COLLEGE CALENDAR 2015-16

College closure Canada Day

College closure - Civic Holiday

Swift Current Campus orientation day and first day of

College closure - Labour Day

College closure Thanksgiving

College closure - Remembrance Day

College closure New Years Day

College closure Family Day

School break Business program

School break Administrative Assistant program

College closure Victoria Day

GREAT PLAINS COLLEGE - MISSION, VISION & VALUES

1. When your eyes lock and sparks fly.

Specific conditions in each program will be identified that must be met by

7. Any outstanding balance in excess of $2,000 must not be written off

This policy shall be interpreted in such a way as to balance the rights of

will use a reasonable person standard. This standard is used to determine

plaint or to provide false information about a complaint.

nature of the behavior. This information will be critical to the

will be taken against a student who made a complaint in good faith or

7. Where harassment/discrimination has been substantiated, the college

subject to this policy unless specifically described in formal agreements.

Great Plains College students are responsible for conducting themselves in a

3) Educationally or Socially Disruptive Behaviour

by the appropriate authority. The student on probation will be informed in

copyright-protected material. Certain copies and communications may

- Program prerequisites are listed in individual program descriptions at

You will be contacted within 48 business hours of your application

Please refer to the following websites for more information on studying in

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS CHART

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS CHART

U.S. approved Adult 12 program

Completion of studies at an Englishspeaking secondary school outside

Completion of studies at an Englishspeaking post-secondary school

Test of English as a Foreign Language

Successful completion of an approved

Minimum test score of 550 with a

Canadian Test of English for Scholars

Michigan English Language

*Great Plains College does not accept

Minimum score of 85 for

University of Regina ESL Programs

University of Saskatchewan ESL

Advanced Placement (AP) English

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Other equivalent proofs of proficiency

Successful completion of ESL 050

ADDITIONAL PROGRAMSPECIFIC ELP REQUIREMENTS

COLLEGE CONTACTS FOR ADMISSIONS

A copy of the Refund Policy is available at the Student Services office

To transfer to another post-secondary institution in Saskatchewan,

Southwest Booster Classifieds

computer printers shouldnt be used in lieu of a photocopier

incoming referrals from instructors

COMMUNITY HELP ORGANIZATIONS

Community Health Support Numbers

Mental Health Support Numbers