Consistent with the philosophy of an institution devoted to public service; the College has developed a full benefits program for the welfare of its employees. All full-time employees are eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

	Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - All full time employees and their household members are entitled to services provided by CIGNA.		Flexible Spending Account (Section 125)   - The college sponsors a payroll deduction plan for payment of insurance premiums.
	Florida Prepaid College Plan - Locks in the cost of college tuition, local fees and dormitory housing at today’s prices.		Retirement - All full-time BCC employees are members of the Florida Retirement System (FRS).
	Tax Sheltered Annuities (TSA)  - The Board has authorized payroll deductions to be made for tax sheltered annuities.		Workers Compensation - All members are protected in the event of an injury resulting from a work-related accident.

Medical Benefits

	Medical Insurance - The Board of Trustees has approved to provide health insurance coverage at no cost to employees.		Disability - The College provides Long Term Disability income protection to employees at no cost.
	Dental Insurance - The Board of Trustees has approved to provide group dental coverage at no cost to employees.		Health Plan Task Force - Studies health care and health insurance issues and make recommendations on how best to resolve these issues to the benefit of the College and its employees.
	Life Insurance - While an employee is with BCC on a full-time basis, he or she will be covered by the Board of Trustees.		Legal Plan - The Preferred Legal Plan is offered to all full-time employees eligible for benefits on a voluntary basis.
	Secure Travel - An emergency travel assistance program is available to all full-time employees who have accepted the Accident Insurance benefits package with CIGNA Group Insurance.		Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA)  - This Notice describes how medical information may be used.
	Prescription Coverage - The Board of Trustees provides prescription drug coverage for employees at no cost.		Sick Leave Pool - Use of Sick Leave Pool credits is limited to the employee's personal illness, accident, or injury.
	Vision Coverage - All full-time employees are also eligible to enroll in vision coverage through CompBenefits.		Family Medical Leave (FMLA)  - Eligible employees are entitled to up to 12 weeks of leave for every 12-months.

Active Employee Rates

CIGNA Health Benefits

	CIGNA Summary Plan Description
	CIGNA Wellness Newsletters

Contacts

Broward Community College – Human Resources

225 East Las Olas Boulevard – 5th Floor

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301

Fax (954) 201-7096 or 7248