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The institution does not provide English -as -a -Second Language instruction. All courses are taught in English. Due to that fact, it is important that the student can read, write, understand and speak the English language. The level of language proficiency is the 12'h grade level, documented by a high school diploma, GED, Home School Certificate or a passing score on the Ability to Benefit examination. Instruction is in residence with facility occupancy levels accommodating approximately 80-200 students, depending on campus location and programs offered. Some programs are available online and/or in a Hybrid format. Graduates of InterCoast who successfully complete the course of study, are awarded an appropriate degree, diploma, or certificate. Prospective enrollees for on -campus programs are encouraged to visit the physical facilities of the school and to discuss personal educational and occupational plans with school personnel prior to enrolling or signing enrollment agreements. Persons seeking to resolve problems or complaints should first contact the instructor or Student Success Partner. Requests for further action may be made to the Campus President. Unresolved concerns at the campus level may be addressed by contacting the President by email at president@intercoast.edu or by calling (818) 402-5207. HISTORY OF INTERCOAST InterCoast was originally founded as a travel school in South Orange County. The first class started in May 1985. InterCoast received its initial accreditation from ACCET (formerly CNCE) in 1988. InterCoast is committed to optimum entry level training to meet the needs of the medical, technical, and business communities, and continues to improve all aspects of the training programs as needed. LIBRARY Resource textbooks and other materials can be obtained through Google Scholar or provided in the course room. These references are available to students to provide information which may aid them in their course of study, or which can further enhance their understanding and technological knowledge of their chosen field of study. Many resources can be accessed on the internet. Students are encouraged to go to the local library to further assist in research projects or homework. The online student library is accessed through LIRN library network with full librarian services. HOUSING InterCoast Colleges is non-residential and does not maintain housing accommodations for students. The institution does not have dormitory facilities under its control and assumes no responsibility to find or assist a student in finding housing. Each campus is in an area where housing is readily available in a variety of cost options ranging from approximately $800 to $2,000 a month for a one -bedroom apartment. The costs will vary widely due to the personal choices and needs of the tenant and the institution does not assist in the search for housing. MISSION STATEMENT & OBJECTIVES MISSION STATEMENT InterCoast Colleges provides occupational degrees and certificate programs to prepare students to meet employer expectations for training related employment. InterCoast promotes a student centered, culturally diverse, equitable and inclusive learning environment for its students. OBJECTIVES The broad goals of InterCoast are expressed as "objectives" in the following statements, which support the mission of the institution: • Student centered training that is educationally sound and effective, leading to the development of strong technical skills and soft skills, using available resources, and an understanding of how they can apply the acquired skills successfully In the workforce. • The development of professional attitudes and behaviors related to good work habits, interpersonal communication skills, self-discipline, confidence, and cultural sensitivity and awareness necessary for workforce readiness. • Effective team of educators and education liaisons, including caring faculty, academic mentors, student success partners, and other student support within the institution, that recognize that students have unique and individual differences. They strive to work with each student at the place where they need the support so they can achieve successful completion and training related employment. InterCoast Rollo s61 Page