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General Policies & Information In compliance with federal and state law, The American Trade Academy maintains a program to prevent the illicit use of drugs and the abuse of alcohol by its students and employees. All enrolled students are informed that unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispersion, possession, or use of a controlled substance or alcohol within the premises of the school or during any activities conducted off -campus is strictly prohibited and must sign a statement indicating that they are aware and will abide by ATA's Drug Prevention program. Students violating this policy will be subject to immediate termination. Information on drug abuse prevention is available at the College for all students and employees. The program consists of: 1. Distribution of the Drug & Alcohol Abuse Policy Statement form (provided at time of enrollment) that describes the perils of drug abuse, including life threatening factors and other health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and alcohol. Students are required to sign and date this form for inclusion in their file. 2. Availability of drug and alcohol counseling, community treatment or rehabilitation programs and/or services. 3. Referrals to workshops and seminars with outside experts conducting lectures on anti -drug abuse. Faculty and student peers have an obligation to act on concerns regarding alcohol or drug abuse or dependency when encountered in the student. Students who need counseling assistance for drug or alcohol dependency should contact the Campus Director, Program Director or Student Services for referrals. All referrals will be kept confidential. 4. The primary goal of students at the College is to achieve academic excellence. Illegal use of alcohol and other drugs will not be tolerated. Also, irresponsible use of alcohol by persons of legal age will not be excused. 5. At no time will the College allow possession, use, and/or distribution of an illegal drug. 6. Students, employees, and guests must adhere to federal, state and local laws and regulations. 7. The College will impose disciplinary action against students and employees for violating these standards of conduct, which may include suspension, termination of employment, or completion of a drug or alcohol rehabilitation program. 8. Information on Drug Awareness programs, counseling, treatment, and other related services are available through: The Center for Drug Abuse Treatment and Referral Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP 9. Students and employees seeking assistance in overcoming drug or alcohol related problems are encouraged to contact this organization. The following guidelines describe the actions that may be taken when students are suspected of violating drug or alcohol policies: ➢ Faculty or peers who suspect a student of alcohol or drug use/dependency (based on a pattern of behavior consistent with impairment) will document specific behaviors or confirmed evidence of such impairment. This documentation will be submitted in writing to the Campus Director who will determine the action to be taken. If the Campus Director and involved faculty feel the evidence is compelling and indicates violation of drug and alcohol policies, the student will be confronted with the concerns and evidence. The Campus Director and involved faculty will decide what type of follow- up is indicated, based on the outcome of this conference. ➢ If reasonable suspicion of alcohol or drug use occurs in the classroom or clinical setting, the student will be immediately removed from that setting. The faculty member will discuss the concerns with the student. If reasonable suspicion still exists, the Director of Education (or Campus Director in his/her absence) will be informed and will determine what actions need to be taken. Screening for drugs or alcohol will be required. The student will have to give consent for such testing and authorization for results to be made available to the College. American Trade Academy School Catalog Page Ti