Pennsylvania Statutes Title 35 Pa.C.S.A. Health and Safety § 79B01. Definitions

The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

“Active volunteer.”A volunteer for a volunteer organization who satisfies the eligibility criteria under section 79B12(a) (relating to eligibility), receives a certificate of eligibility and complies with the requirements of the program.

“Agency.” The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.

“Approved institution of higher learning.”An educational institution offering a postsecondary program of education located in this Commonwealth and approved by the agency.

“Approved program of education.”A degree-granting or certificate-granting curriculum, course of study or training program required for entrance into a specific career to be pursued on a full-time or part-time basis or its equivalent as determined by the agency, at an approved institution of higher learning.

“Certificate of eligibility.”A certificate issued by the agency under section 79B12(b) that certifies that an active volunteer satisfies the eligibility criteria under section 79B12(a).

“Emergency medical services agency.”As defined in section 8103 (relating to definitions).

“Fund.” The Active Volunteer Tuition and Loan Assistance Program Fund established under section 79B21(a) (relating to Active Volunteer Tuition and Loan Assistance Program Fund).

“Program.” The Active Volunteer Tuition and Loan Assistance Program established under section 79B11 (relating to establishment).

“Qualified applicant.”An active volunteer who qualifies for tuition or loan assistance under Subchapter B (relating to Active Volunteer Tuition and Loan Assistance Program).

“Tuition or loan assistance.”Reimbursement provided by the agency for tuition or loans under the program or in a form of loan forgiveness.

“Volunteer fire company.”A nonprofit chartered corporation, association or organization located in this Commonwealth that provides fire protection services and may offer other voluntary emergency services within this Commonwealth.

“Volunteer organization.”A volunteer fire company or emergency medical services agency.