Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Policy

Central Louisiana Technical Community College strictly adheres to the "Student Drug-Free School Policy for Technical College System" established by the LCTCS Board of Supervisors.

CLTCC assumes that students have developed mature behavior patterns, positive attitudes, and acceptable conduct conducive to this environment. Therefore, we are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy college free from the influence of substance abuse. As a result, each facility has been designated a Drug/Alcohol-Free Zone. In addition, CLTCC complies with the requirements of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug-Free Institute and Communities Act Amendment of 1989.

Each new student is given the following information during new student orientation:

• CLTCC’s policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace and campus.
• Statement that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited on campus property or as part of any of its activities.
• Description of health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol.
• Listing of area rehabilitation, treatment, and counseling services.
• A clear statement that the College will impose disciplinary sanctions on students and employees (consistent with local, state and federal law) and a description of those sanctions, up to and including expulsion or termination of employment/student status, and referral for prosecution, for violations of the standards of conduct (a disciplinary sanction may include the completion of an appropriate rehabilitation program).