Social Work to Psychology Articulation Agreement with North Georgia Technical College

Articulation Agreement Between Brenau University and North Georgia Technical College

Agreement

I. Purpose and Intent

This Articulation Agreement (the “Agreement”) is entered into by and between Brenau University (“Brenau”) and North Georgia Technical College (“NGTC”) for the purpose of establishing an articulated academic pathway that enables qualified graduates of NGTC’s Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Social Work Assistant program to pursue the Bachelor of Science in Psychology (PSY) degree at Brenau. The intent of this Agreement is to promote academic mobility, reduce unnecessary duplication of coursework, and support student success, while preserving the academic integrity, accreditation standards, and institutional autonomy of each institution, and without limiting either party’s independent authority over admissions, curriculum, or degree requirements. 

II. AUTHORITY

This Agreement is executed pursuant to the authority vested in Brenau and NGTC by their respective governing bodies and in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and accreditation standards.

III. Definitions

For purposes of this Agreement:

1. “AAS Program” refers to the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Social Work Assistant program offered by NGTC. 
2. “PSY Program” refers to the Bachelor of Science in Psychology program offered by Brenau University. 
3. “Transfer Credit” means academic credit awarded by Brenau for coursework completed at NGTC that Brenau determines to be equivalent in content, level, and rigor.

IV. Eligibility for Admission

Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, a student shall be eligible for consideration for admission to the Brenau PSY program if the student:

1. Has successfully completed the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Social Work Assistant program NGTC College; 
2. Is in good academic standing at NGTC at the time of graduation; 
3. Meets all admission requirements, deadlines, and procedures established by Brenau University and in effect at the time of application; 
4. Holds a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale; 
5. Has completed and earned a grade of “B” or better in the Brenau equivalent of the following courses:
   1. EH 101 – Written Communication 
   2. EH 102 – Reading & Research Writing 
   3. MS 100 Quantitative Literacy OR MS 101 – College Algebra

Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as a promise or guarantee of admission to Brenau University.

V. Transfer of Academic Credit 

1. General Transfer Credit. Brenau shall evaluate non-psychology coursework completed in the AAS program at NGTC for potential transfer credit in accordance with Brenau’s transfer credit policies and academic standards in effect at the time of the student’s application and admission.
2. Institutional Discretion Reserved. Brenau retains sole and exclusive discretion with respect to the scope, applicability, modification, or continued availability of Challenge Credit, subject at all times to applicable accreditation, licensure, and regulatory requirements.

VI. Curriculum Alignment and Program Changes

The parties agree to collaborate periodically to review curriculum alignment and program outcomes. Each institution reserves the right to modify, revise, or discontinue its respective programs, curricula, admission requirements, or degree requirements. Reasonable advance written notice of substantive changes materially affecting this Agreement shall be provided to the other party.

VII. Advising and Student Responsibilities

Each institution shall use reasonable efforts to provide accurate academic advising to students participating in this articulation pathway. Students remain responsible for: 

• Understanding and complying with all academic and graduation requirements; 
• Meeting application deadlines;
• Monitoring changes in institutional policies that may affect degree completion.

VIII. Residency, Academics and Graduation

Students admitted to Brenau under this Agreement must satisfy all residency, academic, and graduation requirements of the Brenau and the PSY program in effect at the time of enrollment. This includes, but is not limited to, minimum credit-hour residency requirements, minimum GPA requirements, and completion of all required general education and upper-division psychology coursework.

IX. Accreditation and Licensure Disclaimer

This Agreement is contingent upon the continued accreditation of both institutions.

X. Non-Exclusivity

This Agreement is non-exclusive and does not restrict either party from entering into similar articulation or transfer agreements with other institutions.

XI. Term, Review and Termination

1. This Agreement shall become effective as of the date of the last signature affixed below (the “Effective Date”) and shall remain in effect for a period of five (5) years thereafter, unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Section XI. 
2. Either party may terminate this Agreement, without cause, upon written notice provided to the other party at least one academic term in advance. 
3. Termination shall not adversely affect students already admitted under this Agreement, provided they remain continuously enrolled and make satisfactory academic progress. 

XII. Amendments

This Agreement may be amended or modified only by a written instrument executed by duly authorized representatives of both parties.

XIII. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement and understanding between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous agreements, negotiations, representations, or understandings, whether written or oral.

XIV. Appendices; Program Structure

1. Appendix A shows NGTC credits counting towards Brenau degree
2. Appendix B shows Brenau’s liberal education requirements as well as additional requirements that would be met by students entering Brenau under this articulation agreement.   
3. Appendix C shows NGTC Program Coursework with Brenau Transfer Equivalence
4. Program Length and Delivery Options
5. Advisory and Disclaimer
6. Nature of Appendices. Appendices are descriptive in nature and are intended solely to communicate the typical psychology pathway available to eligible students. Appendices do not constitute a guarantee of course availability, scheduling, modality, or time to degree completion. 

XV. Updates

Brenau reserves the right to modify its PSY program curriculum, course sequencing, delivery modality, and degree requirements in accordance with institutional policy and accreditation standards. Material changes affecting students admitted under this Agreement shall be communicated in writing. 

D. Order of Precedence. In the event of a conflict between Appendix A and this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall control.

Signatures

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement by their duly authorized representatives.