Trocaire         College

Dream. FOCUS. SUCCeeD.

Trocaire         College360 Choate Avenue • Buffalo, NY 14220

716-826-1200www.trocaire.edu

“Trocaire is an amazing college. The students,

staff, faculty, just about everyone will go the

extra mile for anyone.”

Dream. FOCUS. SUCCeeD.

Associate Degree Programs: Certificate Programs:

Business Administration Computer Network AdministrationComputer Network Administration Diagnostic Medical SonographyGeneral Studies EchocardiographyDietetic Technology Hospitality ManagementHealth Information Technology Human Resource ManagementHospitality Management Massage Therapy (2 years)Human Resource Management Medical Coding & ReimbursementLiberal Arts Practical NursingLiberal Arts and SciencesMassage TherapyMedical AssistantNursing (Day or Evening) (A.S. & B.S.)Radiologic Technology (A.S. & B.S.)Surgical Technology

Trocaire aT a GlanceHistory: Trocaire, a private coeducational college with a strong liberal arts core, was established by the Buffalo Regional Community of the Sisters of Mercy in 1958. The college is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and chartered by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York.

Mission: Trocaire College, a private, career-oriented Catholic college, in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, strives to empower students toward personal enrichment, dignity and self-worth through education in a variety of professions and in the liberal arts. Recognizing the individual needs of a diverse student body, Trocaire College provides life learning and development within a community-based environment. Trocaire College prepares students for service in the universal community.

Enrollment: Approximately 1423 students

Student/Faculty Ratio: 9/1 Average Class Size: 16 students

Costs: Tuition for 2010/2011 is $6,345.00 per semester (full-time), $513.00 per credit hour (part-time), plus applicable fees.

Location: Main Campus: 360 Choate Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14220 - South Buffalo behind Mercy Hospital and adjacent to Cazenovia Park.Extension Center: Russell J. Salvatore School of Hospitality & Business, 6681 Transit Road, Williamsville, NY 14221- at Freeman Road.

Residence: 93% of students are from Erie County. 38% of students are from the City of Buffalo.

Financial Aid: Over 96% of Trocaire students receive some form of financial assistance.

Programs of Study:

Life-Long Learning: Offering a variety of courses in professional and personal development.

Trocaire College has a commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all members of the college community and its guests. In accordance with this commitment, a smoke-free policy has been implemented in conjunction with Mercy Hospital. Smoking is strictly prohibited on Trocaire College and Mercy Hospital grounds including all owned and operated buildings, parking areas, vehicles and adjacent sidewalks. All members of the Trocaire community and all guests of Trocaire College’s Main Campus and Russell J. Salvatore School of Hospitality & Business are responsible for observing the provisions of the policy.

HealTH care aSSociaTe DeGree ProGraMS (a.a.S.)Students interested in health care careers will find a wide choice of

majors at Trocaire College. The college is well known for preparing qualified and competent health care professionals to meet the health care needs of society. Trocaire’s health care programs combine a liberal arts core, fostering critical thinking and communication skills, with practical training through on-campus laboratories and off campus clinical experiences. A career in health care is both challenging and rewarding.

According to the United States Department of Labor, health care was the largest industry in 2006 and provided 14 million jobs—13.6 million jobs for wage and salary workers and about 438,000 jobs for the self-employed. 7 of the 20 fastest growing occupations are health care related. Health care will generate 3 million new wage and salary jobs between 2006 and 2016, more than any other industry.

DieTeTic TecHnoloGy (a.a.S.)Dietetic Technicians work as members of the foodservice or health

care team and are responsible for nutrition assessment, intervention, monitoring and evaluation of nutrition care. Combining Trocaire’s history of excellence in health sciences education with the Russell J. Salvatore School of Hospitality & Business, the Dietetic Technology curriculum combines the science of nutrition with the knowledge and skills of foodservice management.

Program courses include nutrition basics, food preparation, diet and disease, foodservice management, biology and chemistry. Graduates are prepared to work in a variety of settings:

• Health Care Settings – such as hospitals and nursing homes aspart of the health care team developing a nutrition care plan totreat and prevent disease.

• Schools and Facilities – managing employees, planning menus,purchasing and preparing food.

• Community Health Programs – teaching nutrition classes to the public.

• Food Companies and Industry – overseeing foodserviceoperations and food safety, and providing nutrient analysis for products.

Prerequisites: HS Math, Biology, Chemistry.

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MaSSaGe THeraPy (a.a.S. or cerTificaTe)

Massage Therapy is a complimentary health care profession, whereby the practitioner applies manual therapeutic massage techniques and may apply adjunctive therapies, with the intention of positively affecting the health and well being of the client. Trocaire’s 1073 hour program combines lecture, college laboratory experiences, and a clinical component providing practical experience which may include hospital and medical settings. Students will also work at Trocaire’s own on-campus massage clinic, providing massage therapy to members of the general public, as well as the college community. The program is comprehensive in its coverage of both eastern and western massage therapy techniques.

The Massage Therapy program was developed to meet the increasing demand for qualified Massage Therapists in the community. Graduates of this program will be prepared to sit for the New York State Licensing Exam.

Students will also be eligible to sit for the National Certification Exam for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, which, when other states’ requirements are met, will allow them to work in other states.

Prerequisite: Biology

nUrSinG (a.a.S.)The Nursing program’s focus is on theory and clinical experiences that

prepare the graduate for a beginning level of professional practice within a diverse and changing health care system. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge and skills needed to promote, maintain and restore health.

Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of Western New York (WNY) health care settings, including hospitals and community health care agencies. The program also includes a strong base in liberal arts. This enables the student to discover and confront their own values, beliefs and ideas and to sharpen their skills of critical analysis and expression. Students are encouraged to develop their critical thinking and decision making skills as they participate in their own learning experiences.

The program is registered by the New York State Education Department and is fully accredited by the National League for Nursing. (National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway - 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006). At the completion of the program, graduates are eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination for registered nurse licensure.

The Nursing degree is offered in the day and in the evening. The day program is a full-time, two year program. The evening is a part-time, three-year program.

Prerequisites: Math I, Biology, Chemistry, and Anatomy & Physiology I (with Lab)

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nUrSinG (B.S.)The Bachelor of Science Degree with a major in Nursing was created to

provide currently licensed Registered Nurses with strong leadership skills in collaborating with clients, other professional groups, and the community for the purpose of promoting, maintaining and restoring health. The program extends beyond the clinical aspects of nursing to provide a background in patient education, health promotion, community health, health care across the life span, and technology integration. Graduates of this baccalaureate program will base their practice on theories, critical-thinking, and research findings from nursing science as well as other disciplines. Courses, all of which are offered as distance education in the hybrid or blended format, are designed specifically for the practicing nurse, drawing from, and expanding upon, real-life professional nursing experiences.

Prerequisites: Copy of RN License and 2 Letters of Reference.

The Nursing program’s focus is on theory and clinical experiences that prepare the graduate for a beginning level of professional practice within a diverse and changing health care system. The curriculum emphasizes knowledge and skills needed to promote, maintain and restore health.

Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of Western New York (WNY) health care settings, including hospitals and community health care agencies. The program also includes a strong base in liberal arts. This enables the student to discover and confront their own values, beliefs and ideas and to sharpen their skills of critical analysis and expression. Students are encouraged to develop their critical thinking and decision making skills as they participate in their own learning experiences.

The program is registered by the New York State Education Department and is fully accredited by the National League for Nursing. (National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway - 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006). At the completion of the program, graduates are eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination for registered nurse licensure.

The Nursing degree is offered in the day and in the evening. The day program is a full-time, two year program. The evening is a part-time, three-year program.

Prerequisites: Math I, Biology, Chemistry, and Anatomy & Physiology I (with Lab)

raDioloGic TecHnoloGy (a.a.S.)Radiologic Technology is a health care profession combining state-

of-the-art technology and imaging techniques with human compassion to provide a rewarding career in the medical field. Through the use of ionizing radiation, radiologic technologists produce diagnostic images used for the diagnosis and treatment of disease/injury. As professionals, radiologic technologists are required to observe the ethical and professional standards expected of all persons involved in caring for patients in healthcare settings.

The Radiologic Technology Program is a two-year program with lecture and laboratory components provided at the college. Coursework includes human anatomy and physiology, methods of patient care, physics of x-ray production, positioning techniques, image production and evaluation, and radiation safety. Related clinical experiences are obtained at numerous area hospitals or health care agencies.

Trocaire’s Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRC/ERT). Many career opportunities are available in the field. Graduates of this program are eligible to write the National Credentialing examination for both the New York State Licensure and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R). Employment opportunities are available in hospitals, doctor’s offices, outpatient clinics, or health services facilities.

Prerequisites: Math I & II, Biology, Chemistry and Physics

SUrGical TecHnoloGy (a.a.S.)Surgical Technologists are crucial members of the surgical team,

working closely with surgeons, registered nurses and anesthesiologists to provide the best possible environment for the patient undergoing surgical intervention. The primary role of the “Scrub Tech” is to prepare and maintain a sterile field and pass instruments to the surgeon during the surgical procedure.

Lecture and laboratory experiences introduce concepts relating to patient need, surgical conditions and routines, and human behavior and communication. Clinical sites are provided at area health care facilities, allowing the student practical training which reinforces concepts learned in the classroom.

The Surgical Technology program is accredited by the Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology, in cooperation with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. National certification is available to graduates through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.

Prerequisites: Math I & II, Biology and Physics

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raDioloGic TecHnoloGy (B.S.)Trocaire College is registered with the New York State Education

Department (NYSED) for a Bachelor’s of Science degree with a major in Radiologic Technology and a specialty in Computed Tomography (CT). Trocaire’s B.S. in RT program will build upon and complement the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in RT currently available at Trocaire. The B.S. in RT program is an undergraduate degree designed to prepare skilled entry-level RT’s for positions as CT specialists. Moreover, application of applied physical and biological sciences at the B.S. level extends career opportunities beyond the specific RT profession into the broader sphere of biomedical imaging.

Trocaire’s B.S. in RT program is designed on a 2+2 format, whereby interested students that are licensed radiologic technologists possessing a two-year A.A.S. degree in RT, with ARRT certification or equivalent, can successfully obtain their B.S. degree by completing two additional years of study with courses offered in the evening and on weekends. This provides the flexibility for RT’s to continue working while completing their degree.

With the additional education and experience afforded by the B.S. in RT program, graduates will be better prepared for employment as tomographic imaging specialists, radiologic administrators, clinical and basic science researchers and teachers. B.S. RT graduates may also decide to further their education in any number of graduate programs currently available at the M.S. and Ph.D. level in medical physics and medical imaging disciplines.

program are eligible to write the National Credentialing examination for both the New York State Licensure and the American Registry of Radiologic

“I really like how we go into the OR (Operating Room) so soon after starting school. It’s exciting to see real cases and have hands on experience so fast.”

-Kathryn, Surgical Technology student

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DiaGnoSTic MeDical SonoGraPHy (cerTificaTe)

Diagnostic Sonography involves the use of sound waves to record anatomic structures within the body. The program’s concentration is in the abdominal organs, OB/GYN and superficial structures. Graduates of this program will be highly skilled to perform such examinations, provide patient care, record the anatomic, pathologic and physiologic data for interpretation by the physician.

This twelve-month certificate program combines evening classes with a required day clinical experience. At the conclusion of this program, the student will be eligible to sit for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification examinations.

Prerequisites: Admission to the program is limited to American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R) Credentialed Diagnostic Radiographers with a 3.0 final semester GPA in RT coursework or a Medical Physician (M. D.).

(Must be a graduate of an A.A.S., B.S., or Diploma Program in Radiologic Technology).

ecHocarDioGraPHy (cerTificaTe)This program is a specialized concentration within the field of

ultrasound applied to structures of the heart. The Cardiac Sonographer is a skilled person qualified to perform echocardiography exams under the supervision of a qualified physician.

This twelve-month certificate program is a combination of evening courses with a required day clinical experience. At the conclusion of this program, the student will be eligible to sit for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification examinations.

Prerequisites: Admission to the program is limited to graduates of an Allied Health program with an A.A.S., B.S. or Diploma. (Examples: 2 years Radiologic Technology education and ARRT, Radiation Therapist, R.N., Occupational Therapist, Physical Assistant, Respiratory Therapist, Surgical Technologist, M.D., or D.O. credential). The Allied Health program must include direct patient care. A minimum of a 3.0 semester average attained in the final semester of program coursework. College preparatory physics.

PracTical nUrSinG (cerTificaTe)The Practical Nursing program prepares the individual for a career as

a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This is the only college credit bearing program in Western New York (WNY). We educate our graduates to provide clinically competent patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (R.N.) and to function successfully with other members of the health care team.

The licensed practical nurse performs tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health teaching and health counseling. An LPN also provides supportive and restorative care under the direction of a registered professional nurse or licensed physician. Clinical experiences are provided in a variety of WNY health care settings including hospitals and community health care agencies. Graduates of the PN program will be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nursing Licensure.

Prerequisites: Biology or Chemistry and Algebra

BUSineSS aSSociaTe DeGree ProGraMS (a.a.S.)

Trocaire College’s Business Programs are designed to meet the needs of individuals who wish to immediately enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution and continue their studies towards a baccalaureate degree.

The college’s associate degree programs offer a liberal arts core that teaches necessary critical thinking skills, as well as strong communication, decision-making and interpersonal relationship skills. The business core offers organizational and technical skills combined with specific coursework that trains the student for success in dealing with today’s modern workplace. Our business students are provided a high quality technical environment. Computer laboratories equipped with the latest in office computer hardware, including multimedia and web access, serve all programs.

HealTH inforMaTion TecHnoloGy (a.a.S.)

A career in Health Information Technology is a combination of health care, business, and information technology. Health Information Technicians collect, organize, analyze, report, and maintain patient health information for physicians, nurses, and other health care providers who rely on that data to deliver quality health care. They assign codes to diseases, procedures, and supplies for billing purposes and compile statistics for health care planning and quality improvement, indices, disease registries, and research studies. Using manual and computerized storage and retrieval systems, Health Information Technicians manage the compilation and release of health information documentation.

Professionals in this field work in over 40 settings wherever health information is managed including hospitals, physician offices, nursing homes, home health agencies, ambulatory care clinics, insurance companies, government agencies, mental health and substance abuse facilities, correctional facilities, pharmaceutical companies, research companies, and consulting firms. There are 125 different job titles available in this field which afford health information professionals numerous options and opportunities for growth.

Classes in the Health Information Technology associate’s degree program are offered in the evening in order to support the working professional.

Prerequisites: Biology and Keyboarding experience

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MeDical aSSiSTanT (a.a.S.)The Medical Assistant graduate will be prepared with the skills

necessary to assist with patient care management, as well as to perform administrative and clinical procedures. Students will be prepared for employment in clinics, hospitals, and in medical group practices, where experience and expertise in clinical skills are required.

Students will complete a strong core of liberal arts classes, as well as required medical assisting classes in both administrative and clinical skills. Students will also participate in an externship to gain hands-on experience in the medical assisting field. Upon completion of the program, graduates may sit for the national accrediting examination to become a Certified Medical Assistant CMA (AAMA).

Prerequisite: Natural Science course

cerTificaTe ProGraMMeDical coDinG & reiMBUrSeMenT

(cerTificaTe)The Medical Coding & Reimbursement Certificate prepares

individuals to utilize technical and computer skills to collect and analyze patient health information in order to perform diagnosis and procedure coding and billing for services provided by healthcare professionals in a variety of settings. There are over 40 settings where health information is maintained including hospitals, physician offices, nursing homes, home health agencies, ambulatory care clinics, insurance companies, government agencies, mental health and substance abuse facilities, correctional facilities, pharmaceutical companies, research companies, consulting firms, and billing companies.

Classes in the Medical Coding & Reimbursement Certificate program are offered in the evening in order to support the working professional. While intended to prepare individuals for immediate employment as medical coders or billers, the courses in this program also transfer to the Health Information Technology degree program for those individuals interested in pursuing an Associate’s degree.

Prerequisites: Biology and Keyboarding experience

BUSineSS aDMiniSTraTion (a.a.S.)The Business Administration Department prepares graduates for

entry employment in varied business fields including administrative and pre-management/management positions. In addition, the program prepares a student for either transferring to a four year program or for starting their own business. There are multiple articulation agreements with local colleges. The program also requires each student to complete an internship during their last semester.

coMPUTer neTWorK aDMiniSTraTion (a.a.S. or cerTificaTe)

Computer Networks are the backbone of every organization. In today’s environment every organization uses technology (profit, non-profit, medical, etc). Networking results in improved communications, increased productivity, and greater collaboration and teamwork all throughout the world. The Computer Network Administrator is in high demand in all areas and all professions. The Computer Network Administration Program teaches in both a hands-on and lecture based format.

The state-of-the-art computer lab, which is constantly being upgraded, provides students the opportunity to work with actual networking equipment, computers, wireless technologies, and the latest in software.

The program is offered both as a one-year certificate program and as a two-year degree program.

“The best thing is the class sizes. You have more opportunities to ask questions and receive assistance.”

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HoSPiTaliTy & BUSineSS6681 TranSiT roaD, WilliaMSVille, ny 14221

PHone: 716-827-4300 faX: 716-634-6139

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HoSPiTaliTy ManaGeMenTDeGree (a.a.S. or cerTificaTe)

The Hospitality Management program offers a variety of courses designed to develop the skills and abilities required for a career in hospitality management. This program also prepares students to transfer into a baccalaureate degree program. Students will have the opportunity to interact with professionals from many areas of the hospitality industry and experience first hand insight into the field and its career opportunities. Practical learning experiences are gained through entry-level, supervisory and advanced managerial skills training at Salvatore’s Grand Hotel and Russell’s Steaks, Chops and More.

The mission of the Hospitality Management Program at Trocaire is to prepare students to become hospitality industry leaders who embrace service, professionalism, teamwork and diversity. The goal is to instill students with the business skills, knowledge and experience required for long-term success and fulfillment in the hospitality industry. Most courses are offered at the Trocaire College Russell J. Salvatore School of Hospitality and Business located on Transit Road in Williamsville.

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HUMan reSoUrce ManaGeMenT DeGree (a.a.S. or cerTificaTe)

The A.A.S. Human Resource Management Program provides its successful graduates with the skills necessary for entry level employment or the ability to transfer to both local and national four-year Human Resource programs.

The Human Resource Management program will prepare graduates:

• To be employed as entry-level Human Resource assistants or managers for small companies.

• For active participation in the Human Resource profession as leaders and/or mentors.

• To develop an interest in lifelong learning that will enablegraduates to meet the challenging needs of industry.

In addition, we have partnered with local organizations such as The Amherst Chamber of Commerce, The Clarence Chamber of Commerce, The Lancaster Chamber of Commerce, InfoTech Niagara, and The Buffalo Niagara Partnership to bring real-world experiences to the Human Resource Administration Program. A second semester internship with a local business will provide the opportunity to apply the concepts that you have learned from your studies to real workplace situations. There is also an agreement with the Disney Corporation for internships all over the world.

“The greatest thing about Trocaire College is the small class sizes. You really get to know your teachers and classmates on a personal level, and that really helps a lot with the learning experience.”

“The greatest thing about “The greatest thing about Trocaire College is the small Trocaire College is the small class sizes. You really get to know class sizes. You really get to know your teachers and classmates on a your teachers and classmates on a personal level, and that really helps personal level, and that really helps a lot with the learning experience.” a lot with the learning experience.”

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liBeral arTS a.a., a.S., a.a.STrocaire offers two Liberal Arts choices: Associate in Arts (A.A.)

and Associate in Science (A.S.).

The A.A. degree lays a foundation for a bachelor’s degree in programs requiring strong backgrounds in the social sciences and humanities.

The A.S. degree, while including some of the same studies found in the A.A. curriculum, lays the foundation for a bachelor’s degree in programs requiring strong backgrounds in the natural sciences and mathematics.

liBeral arTS TranSfer oPPorTUniTieSThe Associate in Arts and Associate in Science programs provide a

general transfer opportunity for the student who plans to seek a four year degree in English Language, Literature, Biology/Chemistry, Mathematics, Psychology, History, or Social Work. The Associate in Science is also offered as a preparation for pre-medicine and pre-veterinary.

While used primarily for transfer opportunities, the Liberal Arts degree provides students with an opportunity for new knowledge and skill enhancement both in the work place and for those searching for new careers.

General STUDieS anD liBeral arTS (a.a., a.S., a.a.S.)

Degrees in the liberal arts focus on coursework in the following disciplines: education, the humanities, philosophy, social sciences, mathematics, and the natural sciences. This practical, two-year approach to a degree allows the student to develop critical thinking and communication skills, as well as the ability for self analysis in regard to their own values, beliefs, and ideas. When combined with practical training skills, the student finds themselves prepared for immediate employment or prepared to move on to a baccalaureate degree program.

TranSfer oPPorTUniTieS anD arTicUlaTion aGreeMenTS

Studentsintendingtotransfershouldselectcoursesthatareacceptableatthefour-yearcollege/universitytheyplantoattend.Astudentshouldworkcloselywithanacademicadvisorandthecollegetransfercounselortoensurethemaximumtransferofcredit.Transfercreditsarenotalwaysacceptedatallcolleges.TrocaireCollegehasarticulationagreementswithseveralareacollegesthatallowastudenttoeasilycontinuetheircurrentprogramofstudyatafour-yearcollegewithoutthelossofcredit.ForacompletelistingofArticulationAgreements,pleasecontacttheAdmissionsOfficeat716-827-2545.

aBoUT Trocaire

TrocaireCollegeisaprivatetwo-year,career-orientedcollegefoundedbytheBuffaloRegionalCommunityoftheSistersofMercyin1958.TrocaireisaccreditedbytheCommissiononHigherEducationoftheMiddleStatesAssociationofCollegesandSchools,andcharteredbytheBoardofRegentsoftheUniversityoftheStateofNewYork.

locaTion Trocaire College is located at 360 Choate Avenue in a residential area of South Buffalo, New York. The campus is adjacent to Frederick Law Olmsted’s Cazenovia Park and Mercy Hospital. The 186 acre tree-lined park offers walking paths, active recreation and relaxation by the creek.

We are readily accessible: three bus lines serve the campus; exits 54 and 55 of the New York State Thruway are a few blocks away as is the Tifft Street exit off the Buffalo Skyway, the Seneca Street exit #3 off of the 190 S, and the Clinton/Bailey exit #2 off the 190 N.

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The Russell J. Salvatore School of Hospitality & Business is located at 6681 Transit Road, (at Freeman Road) Williamsville, NY 14221. It is directly behind Salvatore’s Grand Hotel and Russell’s Steaks, Chops and More. The area offers many options for shopping and dining. There is a bus stop in front of the school. It is easily accessible via the New York State Thruway at the Depew/Lockport exit.

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Trocaire’s state-of-the art classrooms and laboratories support the best in quality education. Our facilities give students access to more than 130 computer workstations.

Program laboratories are designed to simulate actual work environments. Many liberal arts courses are offered online and students have access to a student portal, as well as Moodle, for classroom related resources. You will be assigned a Trocaire College email address once you begin school and will be registered into our emergency notification system so that you will know if the school is closed or of any emergency information.

The Rachel R. Savarino Library is a great place to study or just relax and read. The library is fully computerized to ensure that you quickly find the materials you need. Librarians are always available to provide reference and research assistance. Nursing and allied health media are viewed on the DVD and VHS players. There are 14 PCs in the Library and wi-fi access at both the main Choate location and at the Russell J. Salvatore School of Hospitality & Business on Transit Road. The Student Resource Room at the Transit Road location has program specific books, reference works and laptop computers available for Internet access.

The PalisanoCenterforAcademicSuccess(PCAS) provides the extra help you may need from time to time. Our experienced staff members give assistance in reading, writing and math skills, to help strengthen your study habits and test taking strategies. Professional and peer tutors are available to assist in all course subjects.

Trocaire’s Student Affairs Department provides assistance to students in the following areas: Counseling, Career Assistance, Leadership Development, Student Activities, Campus Ministry, and the Health Office.

SerVice learninGStudents who are enrolled in classes offering an option for service learning perform 16 hours of service at designated community sites

and receive classroom credit for their experience. Service Learning integrates meaningful community service with instruction and reflection to enrich the learning experience, teach civic responsibility, and strengthen communities.

SUPPorTiVe facUlTy Educating students is the main focus of Trocaire’s faculty. Trocaire is one of the few colleges where faculty and staff take the time to get to know their students as individuals. We pride ourselves on being a close-knit community, and want to help you be successful in everything you do - in the classroom, in adjusting to college life, in student activities, and in leadership roles. Here are a few ways we make that happen:

• Student / faculty ratio of 9:1

• Faculty size: 156 total.

Full-time: 60; Part-time: 73, of the part-time faculty, 23 work at clinical sites.

• Number of faculty with PhD / Terminal Degree in their field: 17

• Academic Advisement

• Freshmen Orientation program

• Off-Campus learning experiences through internships and clinical experiences

• Counseling services

• FOCUS, a computerized career planning program

clUBS aT Trocaire

Student Association

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

SPNA (Practical Nursing) Club

Radiologic Technology Club

Surgical Technology Club

Hospitality Club

Future Business Leaders of America

TroGreen Team

Student Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)

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aPPlyinG To Trocaire • Apply online for FREE at www.trocaire.edu or request a paper application from the Admissions Office ($25.00 application fee).

• Call your high school and request that your Official High School Transcript be sent to Trocaire College.

• If you did not finish High School, we will still need your High School Transcript up to the time you stopped attending, as well as your official GED transcript.

• Send all Official College Transcripts from any colleges you have attended.

• Take the Accuplacer Placement Test. Appointments can be made by calling the Admissions Office at 716-827-2545. (Call 716-827-4300 to take the Placement Test at the Transit location if you apply for Business Administration, Computer Network Administration, or Hospitality Management).

If you have any questions regarding the Admission process, feel free to contact the Admissions Office.

career SerViceSThe Office of Career Services supports all students and alumni of Trocaire College in exploring and making effective career choices.

Services Available:

• Individual career counseling and an on-line assessment program which helps to clarify work related interests, skills and values.

• Personal assistance in job search, resume writing and interview preparation.

• On-campus recruiting providing students a direct contact with employers.

• Transfer advisement which helps students to make a smooth transition to 4 year colleges and universities.

93% = Overall Placement Rate for the Class of 2009

1,869 = Jobs posted in the Career Services Center in 2009

98% = 2009 Trocaire College graduates employed in Western New York

15% = 2009 Trocaire College graduates who went on to enroll in B.S., B.S./M.S., and other higher level programs

93% of Trocaire College graduates are employed or continuing education in their career field!

The Career Center plays a central role in this achievement through the services and resources that it provides.

Job Placement Rates Institutions That Participate in the Title IV, HEA Programs and Advertise Job Placement Rates for HEA Sec. 487(a)(8) (20 U.S.C. 1094(a)(8)) (34 CFR 668.14(b)(10)) Not changed by HEOA

An institution that advertises job placement rates as a means of recruiting students to enroll must make available to prospective students, at or before the time the prospective student applies for enrollment

• the most recent available data concerning employment statistics and graduation statistics

• any other information necessary to substantiate the truthfulness of the advertising; and

• relevant state licensing requirements of the state in which the institution is located for any job for which the course of instruction

is designed to prepare students.

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accUPlacer PlaceMenT TeSTAll applicants are required to take the ACCUPLACER and

computer skills placement tests. The tests will determine if you need to take remedial coursework. The tests are free to take and are administered in the Palisano Center for Academic Success which is located on the 4th floor within the Trocaire College library at 360 Choate Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14220. Applicants for Business Administration, Computer Network Administration, and Hospitality Management may take the placement tests at the Russell J. Salvatore School of Hospitality & Business at 6681 Transit Road, Williamsville, NY 14221.

All questions are multiple choice. Although the ACCUPLACER and computer skills tests are administered on a computer, no previous computer experience is needed. You may want to bring a pen or pencil with you as scrap paper will be provided, otherwise you do not need to bring anything with you when you come to take the test.

You will be tested on your sentence skills, reading comprehension skills, arithmetic skills, and computer skills.

The ACCUPLACER and computer skills tests are not timed tests, you will have as much time as you need to answer any question on the test. We have found that most people finish the test in about 1 1/2 hours. It is important to take as much time as you need to do your best.

A Sample ACCUPLACER placement test is located at the bottom of this web address:

http://www.trocaire.edu/prospective/faq.html

The computer skills placement test guide is also available at this link:http://www.trocaire.edu/prospective/faq.html

(If you do not have access to the internet, please call us at 716-827-2545 and we can send you a paper copy of the Sample Placement Test).

General reqUireMenTSCandidates for admission to the College must be graduated from

an approved secondary school with a minimum of sixteen credit units or must provide evidence that an equivalent degree (GED) has been completed (or will be completed in keeping with New York State Guidelines for Equivalency Diploma or based on earned college credit).

What You Need to Know Before You EnrollDistance learning courses are just as demanding as classroom courses. With intensive lesson plans and strict deadlines, students must be able to dedicate suffi cient and consistent amounts of study time each week. Students who tend to procrastinate or put off their studies until the last minute do not succeed within this learning environment.

It’s recommended that students have regular access to a computer with a reliable, high speed (cable, dsl) Internet connection. If not, the computer labs at Trocaire College are equipped with all the hardware and software necessary to complete the course. Basic technology skills are also required, such as being able to maneuver through the Internet, create electronic documents and access online resources.

If this is your fi rst time taking an online course, you must attend a MANDATORY on-campus orienta-tion session. This orientation will cover the basics of distance learning and our Learning Management System, Moodle. Failure to attend a session may result in being dropped from the course.

This brochure is funded through the U.S. Department of Education, Title III “Strengthening Institutions” Grant Program

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After You RegisterIf you’re a new student, you will receive a letter in the mail explaining the login procedures to your course. If you’re a current student, you will need to log in to Moodle on the fi rst day of the semester to access your course.

Courses will not be accessible until the fi rst day of the semester.

DL CoursesFor a complete listing of the courses currently offered online, please visit: www.trocaire.edu/current/distance-learning

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foreiGn STUDenT aDMiSSion Foreign students seeking admission must follow the regular

admission procedures. Students must also provide evidence that they have a command of the English Language. The College may require satisfactory grades on a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The College will also accept the ASPECT Level 7 English Language Proficiency Course in lieu of TOEFL.

Official transcripts of secondary and post secondary schools should be forwarded to the Office of Admissions.

When the transcript is not written in English, a certified translation is required.

financial aiDOver 96% of our students receive some type of financial assistance.

You will not know if you are eligible unless you complete your FAFSA. It is for this reason that Trocaire recommends that every student apply for financial aid.

yoU’re WorTH THe inVeSTMenT! A quality education can be costly. Family budgets may not always

be prepared for the investments which college requires. Trocaire believes that students should select the college that is the best investment for their future career; not one that is selected based on educational cost alone. Once a decision is reached, financial aid can make your educational investment more affordable.

2010/2011 TUiTionFull Time: $6,345.00 per semester

Part Time: $513.00 per credit hour

Tuition cost is subject to change. Additional fees are assessed depending upon specific coursework, as well as programs of study. Fees include: clinical, business, computer, science laboratory, student life, and technology fees. Please consult the college catalog, or website for a breakdown of fees.

SoUrceS of financial aiD aVailaBle Federal and State governments, business and industry, and the

College itself combine to provide students with a variety of scholarships, grants, loans and work-study programs. Check Trocaire’s website for a listing of grants, scholarships, and loans.

feDeral• Pell Grant• Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)• Work-Study (FWS)• Stafford Loan• PLUS Loan• Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG)• Veterans

STaTe• Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

(New York State Residents Only)• Aid for Part Time Study• New York State also offers several other scholarships

Trocaire colleGe• McAuley Scholarships• Presidential Scholarships• Hospitality Management Scholarships• Corporate Scholarships• Trocaire Grant• Continuing (Convocation) Scholarships• Non-Traditional Student Scholarships

The Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) or Trocaire Opportunity Program (T.O.P.) is available to help provide a broad range of services to the student, who, because of their academic and economic circumstances, would otherwise be unable to attend college. Applicants may mark if they are interested in this program, on the Trocaire College application.

Prospective students can apply for financial aid on the web at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Trocaire’s federal school code is 002812.

Students and parents can visit www.pin.ed.gov to apply for a PIN which is used to electronically sign the FAFSA application.

Applications for New York State’s Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) can be filed at www.tapweb.org.

Trocaire’s school code for TAP is 002144.

Financial aid information can also be found on the web at www.hesc.com.

For additional information about financial aid, contact Trocaire’s Financial Aid Office at 716-827-2416.

“People at Trocaire are willing to work with you financially, academically, and personally to see you succeed. You’re not just a statistic, you’re an individual student.”

-James

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GENERAL INFORMATION (Switchboard) ..................826-1200Admissions ................................................................827-2545 Campus Tours, Placement Testing, Program InformationAdvisement ................................................................827-2433Bookstore ...................................................................827-2437Career and Transfer Center ......................................827-2520Institutional Advancement ........................................827-4340 Alumni Services, Development, Fundraising, Public RelationsFinancial Aid ..............................................................827-2416Help Desk ...................................................................827-4331Human Resources .....................................................827-2559Life-Long Learning ....................................................827-2435Palisano Center for Academic Success ..................827-2521President ....................................................................827-2423Rachel R. Savarino Library ......................................827-2434Registrar .....................................................................827-2415 Trocaire TranscriptsStudent Billing ...........................................................827-2400Student Counseling ...................................................827-2445Student Life/Activities ...............................................827-2481Trocaire Opportunity Program (T.O.P.) ...................827-2562

Area Code: 716

ACADEMIC INFORMATION:Business Administration ..........................................827-2558Computer Network Administration ..........................827-2558Diagnostic Medical Sonography ..............................827-2497Dietetic Technology ...................................................827-2519Echocardiography .....................................................827-2497General Studies (A.S.) & Liberal Arts (A.A. and A.S.) ...827-2578Health Information Technology ................................827-2561Hospitality Management ...........................................827-4303Human Resource Management ................................827-2558Liberal Arts (A.S.) ......................................................827-2576Massage Therapy ......................................................827-2401Medical Assistant ......................................................827-2475Medical Coding & Reimbursement ..........................827-2561Nursing (A.S.) .............................................................827-2462Nursing (B.S.) .............................................................827-4342Practical Nursing .......................................................827-2475Radiologic Technology (A.S. and B.S.) ...................827-2443Surgical Technology .................................................827-2454

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criMe STaTiSTicSThe Campus Safety Department records information relevant to any crime-related activity occurring on campus. Statistics are published annually.

All campus crime statistics are available upon request through our Director of Security at 716-827-2564. Information is also available on the U.S. Department of Education website (http://ope.ed.gov/security). When necessary, security alerts are posted throughout the campus.

A security advisory committee comprised of faculty, staff, and students meet each semester to discuss security related matters.

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Trocaire College MissionTrocaire College, a private career-oriented Catholic College, in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy, strives to empower students toward personal enrichment,

dignity and self-worth through education in a variety of professions and in the liberal arts.

Trocaire College provides lifelong learning and development within a community-based

environment. Trocaire College prepares students for service in the universal community.

ContactJames E. Carlo, M.S.

Director, Hospitality Management716.827.4303

carloj@trocaire.eduwww.trocaire.edu/hospitality

HospitalityManagement

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) & Certi� cate

Hospitality Program Mission StatementOur mission is to prepare students to become hospitality industry leaders who embrace professionalism, service,

teamwork and diversity.

EN 101 or EN 200 English Composition or Advanced Composition

3 credits

GS 100 or GS 102 College Seminar orCollege Success

1-3 credits

HM 101 Introduction to Hospitality 3 credits

HM 102 Introduction to Food & Beverage Management

3 credits

Mathematics Elective 3-4 credits

BU 132 Information Technology I 3 credits

BU 203 Principles of Accounting 3 credits

HM 210 Hospitality Sales and Marketing 3 credits

HM 212 Human Resources Management in Hospitality

3 credits

Hospitality Elective 3 credits

Philosophy or Religious Studies Elective 3 credits

Natural Science Elective 3-4 credits

HM 204 Food and Beverage Service andSanitation

3 credits

HM 205 Principles of Hotel & Resort Service & Management

3 credits

HM 103 World Travel Geography and Cultural Awareness

3 credits

Literature Elective 3 credits

Social Science Elective 3 credits

HM 207 Leadership and Management in Hospitality

3 credits

HM 276 Hospitality Internship 4 credits

Hospitality Elective 3 credits

Philosophy or Religious Studies Elective 3 credits

Social Science Elective 3 credits

3 credits

Year 1, Fall

Year 1, Spring

Year 2, Fall

Year 2, Spring

Sample Course Schedule for a 2-Year, Full-Time Course of Study

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Admissions

Students must complete an application to both Trocaire College and the B.S. in RT program. Candidates for the B.S. in RT program must provide proof of current ARRT certifi cation. If a recent graduate of an A.A.S. in RT program, a temporary license and work permit are acceptable. CPR certifi cation is required for all students prior to their fi rst clinical practicum.

Financial Aid

Trocaire College awards fi nancial aid in accordance with New York State and Federal Regulations. The majority of students at Trocaire receive some form of fi nancial aid such as scholarships, grants, loans or employment. The two major sources are the Federal Pell Program and the State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). To apply for Financial Aid, complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

First Two Years: Completion of two-year A.A.S. degree in RT and ARRT certifi cation. Second Two Years: Below is a representative schedule for a second two-year course of study.

PHY 111 General Physics with Lab

4 credits

BIO 310 Advanced Sectional Anatomy

3 credits

HI 300 History of Technology in Modern Society

3 credits

EN 300 Public Relations Writing

3 credits

RT 302 Sectional Anatomy & Imaging Applications

3 credits

RT 400 Pathology Correlation in Computed Tomography

4 credits

BIO 340 Concepts of Pharmacology

3 credits

PSY 315 Social Psychology

3 credits

RT 300 Computed Tomography Procedure Protocols

4 credits

RT 301 Computed Tomography Physics & Instrumentation

3 credits

BIO 333 Pathophysiology

3 credits

PSY 320 Research Methods

3 credits

RT 402 Advanced Imaging Practicum (Clinical)

2 credits

RT 403 Advanced Patient Care & Pharmacology

1 credits

RT 404 Computed Tomography Capstone Seminar

1 credits

HIT 400 Health Care Law & Compliance

3 credits

MA 455 Quantitative Methods for Research

3 credits

PH 304 Social/Political Philosophy

3 credits

Year 4, Spring

Year 4, Fall

Year 3, Spring

Year 3, Fall

Curriculum

Didactic and clinical B.S. in RT training will be offered at Trocaire’s Buffalo Campus and existing affi liated clinical laboratory sites. The core liberal arts requirement for the B.S. degree consists of 22 credit hours beyond that required for the A.A.S. in RT degree. An additional 30 credit hours at the 300 and 400 level specifi c to CT and essential medical imaging coursework are also required to complete the B.S. in RT degree. (81 to 84 credit hours minimum for A.A.S. in RT degree) + (52 credit hours for B.S. in RT specialization) = 133 to 136 total college credit hours required for B.S. in RT degree.

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) strongly supports advanced academic programs in imaging science that encompass nationally recognized standards culminating in the award of a baccalaureate degree. The B.S. RT at Trocaire College fulfi lls this ASRT mission objective.

Certifi cation & Accreditation

B.S. in RT degree graduates are eligible to take advanced certifi cation examinations in tomographic based specialties such as CT. Trocaire’s program represents the fi rst 2+2 B.S. in RT program in Western New York, affording students enhanced scheduling fl exibility and opportunity for the successful completion of a B.S. degree focused on medical imaging sciences with a specialization in CT methodologies. 2+22+22+22+2

Two years

Two years

+

This brochure is funded through the U.S. Department of Education, Title III “Strengthening Institutions” Grant Program.

BS Degree with a Major in Radiologic Technologyand Specialization in CT

Tomographic Imaging Courses

AAS RT Degree+

ARRT Certifi cation

Hospital Based Certifi cate Program – ARRT Certifi cation

Other Programs(based on approval of BSRT Director)

+ ARRT Certifi cation

Liberal Arts Courses

+ Liberal Arts

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Admissions

Students must complete an application to both Trocaire College and the B.S. in RT program. Candidates for the B.S. in RT program must provide proof of current ARRT certifi cation. If a recent graduate of an A.A.S. in RT program, a temporary license and work permit are acceptable. CPR certifi cation is required for all students prior to their fi rst clinical practicum.

Financial Aid

Trocaire College awards fi nancial aid in accordance with New York State and Federal Regulations. The majority of students at Trocaire receive some form of fi nancial aid such as scholarships, grants, loans or employment. The two major sources are the Federal Pell Program and the State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). To apply for Financial Aid, complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

First Two Years: Completion of two-year A.A.S. degree in RT and ARRT certifi cation. Second Two Years: Below is a representative schedule for a second two-year course of study.

PHY 111 General Physics with Lab

4 credits

BIO 310 Advanced Sectional Anatomy

3 credits

HI 300 History of Technology in Modern Society

3 credits

EN 300 Public Relations Writing

3 credits

RT 302 Sectional Anatomy & Imaging Applications

3 credits

RT 400 Pathology Correlation in Computed Tomography

4 credits

BIO 340 Concepts of Pharmacology

3 credits

PSY 315 Social Psychology

3 credits

RT 300 Computed Tomography Procedure Protocols

4 credits

RT 301 Computed Tomography Physics & Instrumentation

3 credits

BIO 333 Pathophysiology

3 credits

PSY 320 Research Methods

3 credits

RT 402 Advanced Imaging Practicum (Clinical)

2 credits

RT 403 Advanced Patient Care & Pharmacology

1 credits

RT 404 Computed Tomography Capstone Seminar

1 credits

HIT 400 Health Care Law & Compliance

3 credits

MA 455 Quantitative Methods for Research

3 credits

PH 304 Social/Political Philosophy

3 credits

Year 4, Spring

Year 4, Fall

Year 3, Spring

Year 3, Fall

Curriculum

Didactic and clinical B.S. in RT training will be offered at Trocaire’s Buffalo Campus and existing affi liated clinical laboratory sites. The core liberal arts requirement for the B.S. degree consists of 22 credit hours beyond that required for the A.A.S. in RT degree. An additional 30 credit hours at the 300 and 400 level specifi c to CT and essential medical imaging coursework are also required to complete the B.S. in RT degree. (81 to 84 credit hours minimum for A.A.S. in RT degree) + (52 credit hours for B.S. in RT specialization) = 133 to 136 total college credit hours required for B.S. in RT degree.

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) strongly supports advanced academic programs in imaging science that encompass nationally recognized standards culminating in the award of a baccalaureate degree. The B.S. RT at Trocaire College fulfi lls this ASRT mission objective.

Certifi cation & Accreditation

B.S. in RT degree graduates are eligible to take advanced certifi cation examinations in tomographic based specialties such as CT. Trocaire’s program represents the fi rst 2+2 B.S. in RT program in Western New York, affording students enhanced scheduling fl exibility and opportunity for the successful completion of a B.S. degree focused on medical imaging sciences with a specialization in CT methodologies. 2+22+22+22+2

Two years

Two years

+

This brochure is funded through the U.S. Department of Education, Title III “Strengthening Institutions” Grant Program.

BS Degree with a Major in Radiologic Technologyand Specialization in CT

Tomographic Imaging Courses

AAS RT Degree+

ARRT Certifi cation

Hospital Based Certifi cate Program – ARRT Certifi cation

Other Programs(based on approval of BSRT Director)

+ ARRT Certifi cation

Liberal Arts Courses

+ Liberal Arts

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