Provisional Admission of students to a program is based on an evaluation of test scores and other admission file data by the Office of Admissions and program faculty and upon proper completion of all admissions procedures. Provisionally admitted students whose English, Math and/or Reading levels do not meet regular admission requirements must enroll in Learning Support classes. Provisionally admitted students are allowed to take certain programs specific courses as designated in the program standards. All students initially admitted on a provisional basis must meet regular program admission requirements prior to graduation. Provisional admission of transfer students to a program is contingent upon their meeting applicable licensure and accreditation requirements.

Learning Support Admission is granted to students who do not meet the regular or provisional admission requirements. All students initially admitted under the Learning Support Admissions Status must meet regular program admission requirements prior to graduation. Students classified in this category are eligible to enroll in Learning Support courses only or may be referred to Adult Literacy depending upon test results. Adult Literacy and/or Learning Support classes are offered to enable students to meet recommended standards. Courses include reading, math, and English thus improving the student's chances of success in a regular program of study. Students may also receive English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction.

Special Status Admission is granted to an applicant who desires to take credit courses for personal or professional benefit but who does not plan to earn a degree, diploma or certificate. The following parameters apply to this classification:

• Classified as non-award seeking when granted special student status by the Admissions Office.
• Must adhere to the specific institutional prerequisite requirements when selecting courses.
• Credit is received for regular program course work which is satisfactorily completed.
• Credit may be received for an unlimited number of courses; but only 25 credit hours may be applied toward a specific degree, diploma or certificate program.
• May apply for regular student status but must meet the requirements of the regular student admission process. This includes the College's assessment process. The number of hours taken as a special student in no way waives the requirements of the regular admission process.
• A Special Admission Student must meet regular admission status prior to graduation.

Healthcare Assistant / Healthcare Science Technical Certificate
Students applying for competitive admission Allied Health programs such as Practical Nursing, Surgical Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology and Radiologic Technology will be initially admitted to this certificate program in order for them to complete core course requirements and the competitive admission process for their program of study. Any required Learning Support coursework may also be completed while enrolled in this certificate program. Students enrolled in this certificate may not be eligible for Federal Financial Aid.