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Honor Code and Conduct
SFC Christian House Evangelistic Teaching Ministry students shall operate within a code of honor consistent
with the Biblical standards of Jesus Christ. This means that the student shall abstain from morally wrong behavior. This includes
cheating, plagiarism, profane and vulgar language, dishonesty and any other activities, which are harmful and/or offensive
to others. Adherence to a Christian lifestyle is expected.
Class Attendance
*Students are expected to attend all classes unless absence is unavoidable. A maximum of three classes
may be missed if the instructor for occasional absences due to job commitments, family emergencies and other valid reasons.
The course instructor and site Dean will review any instances of excessive absence.
*Note: does not apply to online students
Student Grievance Procedures and Appeals
Grievances
Should a student have a grievance, the student must submit their grievance in writing to the Academic Office. The Academic
Office will take appropriate action to resolve the grievance according to SFC Christian House policies.
Appeals
If a student submitting a grievance is not satisfied with the determination of the Academic Officer, the matter will be brought
to the President for further review and appropriate action.
Student Record Policy
Transcripts
Requests for the official transcripts will be processed through the Office of the Registrar. Transcripts of credit will be
released only upon the written request of the student. All financial obligations to the school must be paid in full prior
the issuing of transcripts. A release form may be signed in person in the Registrar’s office or a request may be sent
by mail. Mail requests must be signed and notarized. There is a $5.00 per copy transcript fee, which must be paid prior to
issue. Requests for transcripts cannot be made by phone.
Educational Rights and Privacy
All information pertaining to a student of this school is confidential. When information is released it must be by written
consent of the student. Information collected at the time of registration such as telephone numbers, addresses and so forth
will be used for college business and for effective campus life only.
Complete academic records are maintained by the Office of the Registrar. Grades are issued at the end of each term. Cumulative
records are issued only upon written request. Provisions of the Family Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 are observed in the
release of information to third parties. The following information is considered confidential and can only be released to
an outside or third party specified in writing by the student.
1. Details of the academic record.
2. Details of any disciplinary actions.
3. Letters of recommendation and other communication of this type.
The following information is not considered confidential:
1. Dates of institute attendance.
2. Whether or not the student graduated from the institute.
3. Degree(s) received and date(s) conferred.
Graduation Requirements
For the Biblical Studies diploma program, a total of 87 credit hours are required for graduation.
For the Bachelor of Biblical Studies program, a total of 120 credit hours and a completed practicum are required for graduation.
All candidates for a degree or certificate must file a formal application for graduation with the Office of the Academic Dean.
A student must earn no less than a 2.0 grade point average to graduate. The student must exemplify a commitment to Christ
and strive for spiritual development. All financial obligations to SFC Christian House Evangelistic Ministry must be satisfied
prior to graduation. Graduation requirements are subject to change
Catalog Requirements
Students admitted to the school are subject to the catalog under which they matriculated. Students may remain under the provisions
of that catalog as long as they maintain continuous enrollment. Students who interrupt their studies must re-apply for admission
and are subject to the catalog in use at the time of re-enrollment. It is the student’s responsibility to know and
understand academic policies related to his or her program. The student should be familiar with the information in the academic
catalog and the student handbook.
Petition for Graduation
Students expecting to graduate must fill out and turn in a Graduation Application to the office of the Registrar. To graduate
the student must demonstrate that all requirements for completion of their program will be fulfilled by the time of graduation.
Christian Service Requirement
We expect entering students to give evidence of Christian commitment and dedication to His service. Engaging in the actual
practice of ministry responsibilities enables the student to relate classroom work to everyday encounters of the Christian
Professional involved in Ministries (teaching, preaching, counseling etc.) Through the Christian Service Program, we enrich
the student’s educational experience, as well as serve the community church. Every student must participate in this
program faithfully as a requirement for graduation. This commitment may be fulfilled by volunteering in some area of church
ministry, such as teaching Sunday School, leading a cell group, altar counseling etc.
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