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22 H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G YHCT Services and ResourcesHCT Catalogue 2010/2011 Overview of the HCTAcademic and Student ServicesThe Academic and Student Services Departments atthe HCT campuses work closely with Academic CentralServices to ensure the academic integrity of an HCTcredential and that all students have access to asupportive environment at their campus that promotesthe personal well-being and academic success ofstudents to prepare them to participate in the on-goingdevelopment of the UAE.College Academic and Student Services are responsiblefor many aspects of student life at the HCT includingstudent recruitment and admissions and new studentorientation. They provide services, such as registration,student records and official transcripts, examinations,student timetables, course schedules and verificationof graduation eligibility. They also assist with specialneeds, financial aid, student behavior and discipline,attendance, student relations, academic advising,safety and security, counseling services, and wellness.They give guidance for students in the organization ofstudent councils, peer tutoring, extracurricular and cocurricularactivities such as special events, athletic andrecreational activities and clubs and activities. Theyprovide career services, support sponsored studentsand programs, and finally organize alumni activities.Academic AdvisingEach student is assigned an Academic Advisor at thestart of the academic year. If possible, the advisorwill be one of the student’s teachers. Advisors reviewstudent progress reports, assist students with theireducational and career goals, and advise them on classschedules.Alumni AssociationThere is an HCT Alumni Association which graduatesare welcome to join. This association:helps graduates stay connected to each other,keeps graduates informed about the HCTincluding its international and nationalconferences and events,provides opportunities for life-long learning,allows graduates to sign up for voluntarysupport,provides career advice, andprovides a directory of employers andinformation about career opportunities.Career ServicesThe HCT has established Career Centers that are staffedby specialists in career management and counseling, andwhich place strong emphasis on career development ina constantly changing global workforce.The activities of the HCT Career Centers include:assisting students to make informed careerdecisions, and provide career assessmentopportunities;providing one-to-one counseling to help studentsmatch their interests with suitable careers;building relationships between the HCT,employers and business communities;organizing career fairs and other career-centeredevents, including summer orientation sessions forhigh-school students;posting employment listings received fromemployers in both the private and public sectors;assisting students in the search for employment,and acting as liaison between employers,graduates and students;providing Career Resource Centre libraries andstudent-focused workshops on topics such ascareer planning and development techniques,developing a positive professional attitude, CVand resume writing techniques, and job interviewtechniques;researching alumni and graduate interests.Counseling ServiceThe HCT provides personal and academic counselingto help students with their classroom performance orsocial adjustment at the college.College counselors are available to meet studentshaving academic or personal problems that interferewith their classroom performance or social adjustment.Counselors can help students find solutions to theirproblems and facilitate academic and personal growth.22HCT Catalogue | 2010/2011
H I G H E R C O L L E G E S O F T E C H N O L O G Y23Extra-curricular ActivitiesLockersDuring the year, there is a wide variety of physical,social and cultural activities available to interestedstudents. Students are encouraged to make every effortto participate in these activities, which are designedto supplement and complement their classroom work,enhance their experience at the Higher Colleges ofTechnology, and provide a healthy balance in life.In many cases, students organize or coordinate collegeevents such as film festivals, athletic and recreationalcompetitions, health and wellness days, heritage andcultural displays, art shows and career fairs. Theseevents develop individual and group initiatives,teamwork and leadership skills. They provide thestudents with the opportunity to apply the skills theyhave learned, to support charitable causes and todemonstrate academic achievements.Financial AidThe HCT recognizes that some students may needassistance with meals and transportation costs.Students who require assistance are encouraged tocontact the College Student Services Supervisor orCollege Counselor for details regarding financial aid.Student Services can assist in various ways, suchas helping to organize temporary employment andproviding equipment.Safety and SecurityThe HCT is concerned that all individuals the studentsmeet are properly authorized to enter the campus. Allthe HCT campuses have security gates with securitypersonnel stationed at each entrance. These securityofficers will allow only those who are properlyauthorized to enter the campus.Security officers have the right to prevent femalestudents from leaving the college without permission,and to carry out random checks on student and staffvehicles.The HCT’s security officers are appointed for the safetyof the staff and students of the colleges, and should betreated with proper respect.Lockers are available for the safe keeping of books andpersonal belongings. The college is not responsible forlost items.Fire drillsIn case of fire, each college has procedures to follow.Students should learn the location of emergency exits,fire alarms and fire extinguishers. In the event of a firedrill or emergency, students must follow the directionsof the teachers or security personnel.Medical CasesIf students are seriously ill and their teacher needsto help them, she/he will call Student Services whowill provide assistance and contact their family. Anambulance will be called if necessary.Student CouncilsEach college has a Student Council for the purpose ofpermitting the student body to have an effective meansfor providing input to the staff and faculty to improveoverall student life. They are composed of studentsfrom the colleges. Student Councils also providemany opportunities for student growth and leadershipdevelopment such as:planning and organizing student activities;developing closer relationships between studentsand faculty;establishing a better atmosphere for learning;informing the college of student needs andrecommendation;developing leadership qualities; andimproving student morale.The name and organization of the councils and theirmembership may vary from college to college.Student representatives of all the colleges also meetand elect a system-wide HCT Student Council. Thiscommittee represents the wider HCT student bodyinside the country as well as abroad.HCT Catalogue 2010/2011 Overview of the HCT23HCT Catalogue | 2010/2011
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