Prep
P r a c t i c a l N u r s i n g
P r o g r a m G u i d e
S c h o o l o f H e a l t h &
C o m m u n i t y S e r v i c e s
Table of Contents
Welcome Students 1
Program Faculty & Staff 2
Durham College Vision and Values 3
The Student Experience Comes First 4
Important Dates 5-10
Program Information 11-18
- program description
- program learning outcomes
Course Outlines 19
General Education Timetables
19 19
Program Specific Academic Policies 20-21
Academic Integrity 22
Requirements for Promotion The Learning Environment
22-26 27-28
Test & Examination Exceptions & Procedures 28-30
Aegrotat and Missed Final Examinations Written Assignments
31 32-36
Health Policies & Guidelines 37-41
Decision Tree 42
Academic Advising - Student Liaison 43
Centre for Students with Disabilities 44
Student Academic Learning Services (Learner Support Centre) 45
The Library 46
College Publications 47
Scholarships and Bursaries 48-50
Transfer Guide 51-53
Program of Studies 54-55
Course Descriptions 56-61
Please note the following important information:
Durham College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure program quality and relevancy. As such, the college reserves the right to modify or cancel any course, program, fee, procedure,
timetable or campus location at any time. Please consult our website at www.durhamcollege.ca for the most current information.
Welcome Students
A Message from the Dean
On behalf of the faculty and staff of the School of Health & Community Services, it is a pleasure to welcome you to Durham College.
We are committed to providing a high quality program to meet your educational needs. We wish you success as you embark on a challenging journey toward a rewarding career. We will do our best to support you in reaching your career goals. If you have any questions or need assistance please ask us for help to access the many services available to support your success.
We are pleased you have chosen Durham College. We look forward to working with you.
Susan Sproul
Dean, School of Health & Community Services
A Message from the Vice-President Academic
Congratulations on choosing Durham College and taking a very important step in preparing for your future. Durham College is known for high quality programs, leading edge technology, an award winning library and a student-centered approach to learning. Supporting our mission that the student experience comes first, Durham College is committed to providing students with quality learning experiences and support in finding fulfillment in education, employment and lifelong learning.
Our programs are continually shaped by market needs and delivered by exceptional teachers with real-world experience. The program you have chosen has been designed to help you develop the necessary skills and knowledge to support your success in your chosen career path. Our dedicated and professional staff and professors are committed to helping you achieve your educational goals and your career aspirations. Durham College strives to be accountable to students and employers through the preparation of work-ready graduates who will continue to live our “success matters” focus in their professional work environment. We are pleased you have chosen to study at Durham College and we look forward to supporting your learning journey – work hard, have fun, enjoy your college experience and campus life.
I wish you much success with your studies.
Judy Robinson,
School of Health & Community Services
Practical Nursing Program
Faculty & Staff
The office of the School of Health & Community Services is located in SW205 of the Gordon Willey Building.
Phone Dean, School of Health & Community Services:
e-mail address
Susan Sproul Ext. 2249 [email protected] Associate Dean, School of Health & Community Services:
Carol Burke Ext. 2125
Administrative Coordinator:
[email protected] Carol Connor Ext. 2375 [email protected]
Student Liaison: Nancy McGuire
Cheryl Lovisa
Ext. 3066 Ext. 6586
[email protected] Staff Support Officer:
Sara Donner Ext. 2944 [email protected]
Practicum Officer: Mary Sich Ext. 2199 [email protected]
Simulation Technologist: Marie McEwan Ext. 2345 [email protected]
Nursing Technologist: Wendy
Aspin-Curran
Ext. 2871
Faculty Office # Phone
Debbie Morrison (Coordinator)
e-mail address SW106P Ext. 2194 [email protected]
Sandra Blayone SW 106H Ext. 2510 [email protected]
Terri Healy SW106I Ext. 2407 [email protected]
Jean Jackson SW106I Ext. 2114 [email protected]
Janet Bidgood SW106B Ext. 3295
Debbie Rautins
[email protected] SW106H Ext. 2184 [email protected] Health & Wellness Centre – G127 (Main Campus) – Kathy Lazenby, 905-721-3037
School of Health & Community Services Office Telephone: 905-721-3080
Fax: 905-721-3189
Website: http://hcs.durhamcollege.ca/
The above individuals may be contacted by dialing directly 905-721-2000, followed by the appropriate extension.
Mission: The student experience comes first
at Durham College
Vision
• Durham College is the premier college in Canada for career-focused students who will succeed in a challenging, supporting and inclusive learning environment.
• Our programs are continually shaped by market needs and delivered by exceptional teachers with real-world experience.
• Our vibrant campus community enriches the student life experience.
All of this combines to ensure our graduates have the market-ready skills to obtain great careers and make a difference in the world.
Values
Our values drive our organizational culture and our behaviour in delivering our vision and mission. They are:
Integrity and Transparency…
we will behave and communicate sincerely and honestly
Respect…
we will treat everyone with dignity and offer superior service
Equality and Diversity…
we will champion all learners and celebrate diversity
Innovation…
we will be leaders in market-responsive learning experiences and solutions
Personal and team accountability…
THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE COMES FIRST AT DURHAM
COLLEGE
Students and staff at Durham College are committed to academic excellence by: Important to All
• Demonstrating respect for one another and property • Maintaining a clean and safe environment
• Taking an active role in the learning process • Providing and receiving support when necessary
• Attending classes and/or appointments regularly and on time • Modeling skills, attitudes and expectations of the workplace • Provide professional quality customer service to students and staff Support Staff
• Direct students and staff to appropriate resources
• Support and assist students in their learning and career goals • Promote services that enhance student success
• To be positive, enthusiastic, patient and flexible Faculty
• To be in the class early and prepared to begin on time • To keep current in academic and professional knowledge • To be prepared for activities, exercises and demonstrations • To be available and show willingness to help students • To ensure that all students get equal assistance and time
• To perform evaluations according to established criteria and within a reasonable time frame • To return and take up any assigned homework, assignments, tests and projects promptly
• To identify students requiring remedial assistance, and to direct those students to the appropriate services • To write constructive and helpful statements when evaluating student assignments
• To use a variety of teaching, questioning, and assessment techniques • To motivate and engage learners in active and collaborative learning • To encourage student participation and feedback wherever possible • To effectively use learning technology
• To outline professional responsibilities, career alternatives, and avenues for further education following graduation
• To provide a course outline to each student at the beginning of the course, to review the outline with the students, and to adhere to the outline
• To adhere to Durham College policies, procedures and guidelines
• To place the safety and well being of the student above all other objectives, including fulfilling education obligations
• To be prepared for class and professional practice activities. This will include reading appropriate textbook assignments prior to class and completing any homework assignments
Students
• To be in class and arrive on time • To participate in class activities
• To demonstrate respect for all persons and the learning environment • To be trustworthy, honest, and accountable for own behaviour
• To complete tests, assignments and evaluations as required, striving for excellence • To demonstrate effective communication skills
• To understand all course requirements and to follow them
• To seek assistance immediately if unable to follow the subject requirements for any reason • To read and adhere to Durham College policies, procedures and guidelines
• Meet or exceed standards of excellence Administration
• Manage budgets and resources
• Support students and staff in meeting their responsibilities • Support/direct approved operational procedures
• Communicate relevant information in a timely fashion • Be current in their field of leadership in a college environment
Important Dates 2010-2011
Please note the dates of your semester examinations. Please ensure that you do not schedule vacation or
employment during these times. FALL 2010 SEMESTER
July 5, 2010 Fees due date for first year students.
Web registration - for 2nd year students who have paid for fall semester - begins.
July 7, 2010 Web registration - for 3rd year students who have paid for fall semester - begins.
July 12, 2010 Web registration - for 1st year students who have paid for fall semester - begins.
July 16, 2010 Fees due date for returning students.
August 30, 2010 Registration for part-time Oshawa campus students begins and window opens for timetable changes.
Apprenticeship Classes begin. September 6, 2010 Labour Day (no classes).
September 7, 2010 Orientation for first-year students. September 8, 2010 Classes begin for most programs. September 14, 2010 Last day for late program registration.
Last day for fall semester course or program changes.
September 21, 2010 Last day for full-time students to withdraw with full refund, less $100 administration fee. 1, 2
Last day for refund eligibility when dropping to part-time.
Last day for part-time students to withdraw with tuition fee refund less an administration fee. 1, 2
Last day to submit a Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) request for fall semester subjects.
September 30, 2010 Student Health Insurance Plan “Opt-out” deadline. October 4, 2010 Due date for 2nd instalment of Fall fees.
October 5, 2010 Last day for application for fall semester subject exemption/credit. Last day for withdrawal from a fall semester subject with no academic record. Subjects dropped after this date, will be recorded on the academic transcript with a “W” to indicate withdrawal.1, 2 October 11, 2010 Thanksgiving (no classes).
October 21, 2010 Fall Convocation.
October 25, 2010 Deadline for submission of adjusted marks to clear INC grades from Summer 2010. INC grades after this date will revert to a fail. November 18, 2010 Scholarship Ceremony.
November 12, 2010 Last day to withdraw from a fall semester subject with no academic penalty. After this date, all subjects will be graded and recorded on the student’s transcript.1, 2
December 10, 2010 Last day of classes for most programs.
December 13 to 17, 2010 Fall semester final examinations/evaluation(s) for postsecondary students. Students are reminded not to schedule vacation or employment hours during these times. January 5 and 6, 2011 scheduled as tentative snow dates for the Oshawa campus.
December 23, 2010 Grades are available to view electronically as of 4 p.m. Note: official distribution date for the purpose of academic appeals is January 5, 2011.
Full-time students may process timetable changes for the winter semester through MyCampus as of 4 p.m.
December 24, 2010 –
January 2, 2011 inclusive Campus closed for the holiday season.
WINTER 2011 SEMESTER – JANUARY START
November 12, 2010 Winter 2011 semester fees due date.
November 22, 2010 Web registration for Fall start 1st year students for winter 2011 semester courses begins.
November 29, 2010 Web registration for 2nd and 3rd year students for winter 2011 semester courses begins.
December 6, 2010 Web registration for Winter start students begins.
January 3, 2011 Registration for Oshawa campus part-time students begins. Apprenticeship classes begin.
January 5, 2011 Classes begin for most programs.
Official grade distribution date for the purpose of Academic Appeals.
January 11, 2011 Last day for late program registration.
Last day for winter semester course or program changes. January 11, 13 and 15, 2011 Dates for missed exams from Fall Semester 2010.
January 18, 2011 Last day for full-time students, who started their program in September 2010, to withdraw with a refund of winter tuition fees. Last day for full-time students, who started their program in January 2011 to withdraw with a refund of full fees paid less $100
administration fee.1, 2
1, 2
Ancillary fees and school supply fees are not refundable.
Last day for refund eligibility when dropping to part-time.
Last day to withdraw from part-time studies with tuition fee refund less an administration fee per subject.
Last day to submit a Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) request for winter semester subjects.
January 31, 2011 January start students only: Student Health Insurance Plan “Opt-out” deadline.
January 31 to Feb 4 Winter Break week for Electrical Block Intermediate & Advanced apprenticeship students only.
February 1, 2011 Last day for application for winter semester subject exemption/credit.
Last day to withdraw from a January start subject with no academic record. Subjects dropped after this date, will be recorded on the academic transcript with a “W” to indicate withdrawal.1, 2 February 4, 2011 Due date for 2nd instalment of Winter fees.
February 18, 2011 T2202As available online via MyCampus as of 4 p.m. February 21, 2011 Family Day (no classes).
Deadline for submission of adjusted marks to clear INC grades from Fall 2010. INC grades after this date will revert to a fail.
February 21 to 25 Winter Break week; no classes with the exception of OFAD February start students and Apprenticeship students.
February 28 to March 4 Winter Break week for Apprenticeship students with the exception of Electrical Block Intermediate and Advanced students.
March 18, 2011 Last day to withdraw from a January start subject with no academic penalty. After this date, all subjects will be graded and recorded on the student’s transcript.1, 2
March 14 to 18, 2011 Winter Break week for OYAP Apprentices only (except Hairstylists – please see your school office).
April 8, 2011 Last day to apply to graduate – courses ending April 2011. April 14 2011 Last day of classes for most January start programs.
April 15 to 21 Winter semester (January start) final examinations/ evaluation(s); students are reminded not to schedule vacation or employment hours during these times.
April 22, 2011 Good Friday (no classes).
April 29, 2011 Grades are available to view electronically as of 4 p.m. Official distribution date for the purpose of academic appeals.
May 10, 12 and 14, 2011 Dates for Missed Exams from Winter Semester 2011.
June 16 & 17, 2011 Convocation (Times and location TBA).
WINTER 2011 SEMESTER – FEBRUARY START
December 10, 2010 Winter 2011 - February start - semester fees due date. December 6, 2010 Web registration for February start students begins. January 31, 2011 February start classes begin.
Registration for Oshawa campus part-time students begins. February 4, 2011 Last day for February start late program registration. February 4, 2011 Last day for February start course or program changes. February 11, 2011 Last day for full-time students, who started their programs in
February 2011 to withdraw with a refund of full fees paid less $100 administration fee.1, 2
Last day for refund eligibility when dropping to part-time for February start only.
Last day for February start students to submit a Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) request for winter semester subjects.
February 21, 2011 Family Day (no classes).
Deadline for submission of adjusted marks to clear INC grades from Fall 2010. INC grades after this date will revert to a fail.
February 28, 2011 February start students only: Student Health Insurance Plan “Opt-out” deadline.
February 28, 2011 Last day for application for semester subject exemption/ credit. Last day to withdraw from a February start subject with no academic record. Subjects dropped after this date, will be recorded on the academic transcript with a “W” to indicate withdrawal.1, 2
March 4, 2011 Due date for 2nd instalment of Winter fees - February start students only.
April 7, 2011 Last day to withdraw from a February start subject with no academic penalty. After this date, all subjects will be graded and recorded on the student’s transcript.1, 2
April 22, 2011 Good Friday (no classes).
May 2 – 6, 2011 Winter semester (February start) final examinations/ evaluation(s); students are reminded not to schedule vacation or employment hours during these times.
May 6, 2011 Last day of classes for most February start programs.
May 12, 2011 Grades are available to view electronically as of 4 p.m. Official distribution date for the purpose of academic appeals.
October, 2011 Convocation (Time and location TBA).
WINTER 2011 SEMESTER – MARCH START
December 6, 2010 Web registration for March start students begins. January 7, 2011 Winter 2011 - March start - semester fees due date. February 28, 2011 March start classes begin.
Registration for Oshawa campus part-time students begins. March 4, 2011 Last day for March start late program registration.
Last day for March start course or program changes.
March 11, 2011 Last day for full-time students, who started their programs in March 2011 to withdraw with a refund of full fees paid less $100
administration fee.1, 2
Last day for refund eligibility when dropping to part-time for March start only.
Last day for March start students to submit a Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) request for winter semester subjects.
Last day to withdraw from a March start subject with no academic record. Subjects dropped after this date, will be recorded on the academic transcript with a “W” to indicate withdrawal.1, 2
March 31, 2011 March start students only: Student Health Insurance Plan “Opt-out” deadline.
April 1, 2011 Due date for 2nd instalment of Winter fees – March start students only.
April 22, 2011 Good Friday (no classes).
May 5, 2011 Last day to withdraw from a March start subject with no academic penalty. After this date, all subjects will be graded and recorded on the student’s transcript.1, 2
June 3, 2011 Last day of classes for most March start programs.
June 6 - 10, 2011 Winter semester (March start) final examinations/ evaluation(s); students are reminded not to schedule vacation or employment hours during these times.
June 15, 2011 Grades are available to view electronically as of 4 p.m. Official distribution date for the purpose of academic appeals.
October, 2011 Convocation (Time and location TBA).
SPRING 2011 SEMESTER
March 11, 2011 Spring 2011 semester fees due date.
April 4, 2011 Web registration for Spring/Summer programs begins.
May 9, 2011 – June 24, 2011 Consolidation (8 weeks)
May 9, 2011 Most Spring classes begin.
Registration for Oshawa campus part-time students begins. May 13, 2011 Last day for late program registration.
Last day for most spring semester course or program changes.
May 20, 2011 Last day for full-time students, who started their programs in Spring semester to withdraw with a refund of full fees paid less $100 administration fee.1, 2
Last day to submit a Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) request for most spring semester subjects.
Last day to withdraw from most spring semester subjects with no academic record.Subjects dropped after this date, will be recorded on the academic transcript with a “W” to indicate withdrawal.1, 2 Last day for application for spring semester subject exemption/credit. May 23, 2011 Victoria Day (no classes).
May 31, 2011 Student Health Insurance Plan “Opt-out” deadline.
June 10, 2011 Last day to withdraw from most spring semester subjects with no academic penalty. After this date, all subjects will be graded and recorded on the student’s transcript.1, 2
June 27, 2011 Deadline for submission of adjusted marks to clear INC grades from January start Winter 2010 semester. INC grades after this date will revert to a fail.
June 29, 2011 Grades are available to view electronically as of 4 p.m. Official distribution date for the purpose of academic appeals.
SUMMER 2011 SEMESTER
May 13, 2011 Summer 2011 semester fees due date.
July 1, 2011 Canada Day (no classes).
July 4, 2011 Summer classes begin.
July 8, 2011 Last day for late program registration.
Last day for most summer semester course or program changes. July 15, 2011 Last day for full-time students, who started their programs in
Summer semester to withdraw with a refund of full fees paid less $100 administration fee.1, 2
Last day to submit a Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) request for most summer semester subjects.
Last day to withdraw from most summer semester subjects with no academic record.Subjects dropped after this date, will be recorded on the academic transcript with a “W” to indicate withdrawal.1, 2 Last day for application for summer semester subject
exemption/credit.
August 5, 2011 Last day to withdraw from most summer semester subjects with no academic penalty. After this date, all subjects will be graded and recorded on the student’s transcript.1, 2
August 1, 2011 Civic Holiday (no classes).
August 19, 2011 Last day of classes for most Summer start programs.
August 24, 2011 Grades are available to view electronically as of 4 p.m. Official distribution date for the purpose of academic appeals.
October, 2011 Convocation (Time and location TBA).
NOTES:
1. Official Withdrawal forms must be completed by the student and submitted to the Office of the Registrar. 2. The administration fee for international students will vary.
These dates represent the best information at time of publication. The College reserves the right to make changes subject to amendments to existing legislation, Collective Agreements, or as required by the College.
Program Information
Your Program Guide contains valuable information about Durham College and the Practical Nursing Program.
The Guide will
a) explain the goals/objectives of the Practical Nursing Program.
b) set out the responsibilities of students and faculty in achieving these goals. c) provide detailing of our course offerings.
d) outline the policies of the Practical Nursing program.
Your Practicum Guide contains specific information about practicum placements in the program. The Consolidation Manual is your resource for your final practicum placement. Please review these Guides for specific policies and requirements related to practicum.
Practical Nursing Program Description
The Practical Nursing Program is a five semester program offering academic studies and practicum experience to prepare students with the basic knowledge, skills and judgement necessary to enter the health care system as an entry level Practical Nurse.
Graduates of this program are eligible to write the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration
Examination (CPNRE). Successful completion of the examination is one of the requirements for eligibility for registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
[http://www.cno.org/reg/nonmemb/reg_exams.html]
Curriculum
The curriculum for the Practical Nursing program has been designed on a foundation of caring, utilizing the following documents: The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities; The Practical Nurse Program Standard 2001, The College of Nurses of Ontario Entry to Practice
Competencies for the RPN [2004], Human Resources and Skills Development: Essential Skills. The program has a strong emphasis on practical hands-on experience in a variety of health care settings. Practicum experience includes caring for clients with health challenges in long-term care,
medical/surgical, maternal child/school age/ community and mental health environments. The program will conclude with a consolidated experience in a health care setting.
Learning occurs in a variety of settings and through a variety of delivery methods: for example: the classroom, laboratory, simulation, various health facilities, independent study and online. Practicum experiences may involve working a variety of shifts.
Feedback concerning all aspects of the program is valued and encouraged. Opportunity to share ideas among all participants is important for the growth of faculty, learners and the program. Faculty are committed to yearly revision of course outlines to ensure an up to date, research based curriculum is offered.
Mission Statement
The Practical Nursing program offers an innovative, student-centered learning environment with an aim to create a graduate who is responsive to societal needs, diverse communities and the current and future direction of the nursing profession. Our goal is to prepare professional nurses who are committed to caring, excellence and innovation in assessing and meeting health needs.
Statements of Philosophy
Introduction
The Practical Nursing Program holds as our philosophy a set of beliefs and values based on four central components: people, health and healing, nursing and learning. These components are interrelated, interdependent, and integrated within the caring curricula of the program.
Caring for oneself is basic to caring for others. Caring is the essence of nursing practice. Although caring is not unique to nursing, it is unique in the way the science of caring is actualized in nursing practice [Roach, 1992]. Caring, according to Watson [1988] is the moral imperative, the motivating power underlying all nursing realities and possibilities. It is the attitude and activity of nursing. Bevis and Watson [1989] state that caring is the essence of ethical nursing practice that compels us to act ethically and justly. Caring, it is believed, is an interpersonal interaction, which can be learned. Competence in caring can be modeled, acquired, practiced, enhanced and evaluated. The beliefs, values and assumptions underlying the concept of caring are reflected in the programs
conceptualization of people, health and healing, as well as in the teaching-learning process.
People
Our view of people includes individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations in a diverse, multicultural society. We believe that people are holistic beings, evolving continuously, and experiencing life and creating meaning from life experiences in unique ways. People exist in
relationship with each other and their environment. These relationships affect the life and health of people. We believe people have the capacity and right to make choices about their ways of living, and learning, and their health. Implicit in the choices are responsibility, accountability and
consequence of one’s actions.
Health and Healing
Health is a constantly changing and holistic human experience that is defined by the person experiencing it. From this perspective, health exists within all phases and circumstances of living, including illness and dying. Health has physical, socio-cultural, psycho-spiritual, political and economic aspects. Health is also influenced by factors that are intra-personal, relational and environmental.
Health is realized when there is harmony and balance within people and between people and the environment in which they live. Healing is the process of moving towards wholeness, harmony and balance. Health and healing are promoted and preserved through caring partnerships that are affirming, enabling, empowering, and collaborative.
Nursing
Nursing is the knowledge and practice of human caring. Nursing knowledge arises out of theory, scientific inquiry and critical reflection on practice. Nursing knowledge and practice inform and shape each other. It is the synergistic effect that enables nurses to understand and significantly contribute to health and healing. Nurses employ theoretical, intuitive, moral and ethical reasoning in their caring practice. Nurses collaborate with people to facilitate health and healing through caring relationships.
Nursing is practiced through a multiplicity of roles. The roles of nursing include, but are not limited to care giver, educator, manager, consultant, advocate, inter-professional team member and political activist. The complex and changing nature of health care impacts on the way nursing is practiced, and the various roles nurses are called upon to assume. Nurses have a vital role to play, not only in responding to health challenges but also in influencing and advancing public policy that contributes to the health of people. As members of a self-regulating profession, nurses are responsible and accountable for their practice to the public and the profession. Nurses have a professional
responsibility to continuously improve their practice through critical self reflection, research and innovation.
Learning
Learning is a life-long process of personal and professional growth which builds on prior
experiences, stimulates reflection, and fosters the (re) formulation of the meaning of experience. It contributes to self-esteem, self-knowledge, and self-empowerment. Learners bring valuable knowledge and experience to the learning situation. Adults are capable of and have the right and responsibility to be self-directed learners. Learning is further increased when the learner’s past and present experiences are acknowledged, respected, and reflected upon. Learning in the nursing program is considered more than the acquisition of knowledge or the gathering and correlating of facts. Rather, it is viewed as seeing the significance of life as a whole. Learning occurs through a variety of approaches, which are reflected in the diversity of learning activities. Teachers,
practitioners, clients and students become partners in a collaborative learning process. Teaching-learning is a dynamic process which occurs both formally and informally within a context of caring. Nursing as a discipline values multiple ways of knowing. Nursing knowledge emerges from
understanding self, is based on practice, and confirmed by theory and research with each way of knowing informing and influencing the other.
Reference
Bevis, E., & Watson, J (1989). Toward a caring curriculum: A new pedagogy for nursing. New York: NLN.
Roach, M.S. (1992). The human act of caring: A blueprint for the health professions. (Revised ed.) Ottawa: Canadian Hospital Association Press.
Assumptions & Beliefs Concerning the
Teaching – Learning Process
The following are our beliefs about the teaching-learning process:
• A professor is accountable to the student and the nursing program to provide an environment conducive to learning.
• The environment for learning is vital in that it should be supportive and provide direction for learning. Respect for the individual and her/his learning needs will promote a positive environment where learning can take place.
• Learning is a dynamic and continuous process which is manifested by growth and change in behaviour.
• Learning outcomes, clearly stated and encompassing all learning domains (cognitive, psychomotor and affective), enhance the learning process.
• A student is accountable for active participation in the teaching-learning process. As a student progresses through the nursing program, she/he should expect to assume increasing
responsibility for learning.
• In keeping with our program philosophy and the professional requirement for life-long learning, the teacher fosters increasing independence in the learner.
• Students benefit from constructive feedback which is provided both immediately and regularly in an atmosphere of trust. An emphasis on positive reinforcement for appropriate behaviour is essential to its success.
• Progress review is an integral part of the teaching-learning process. Based on a clearly stated learning plan, it describes the student’s progress and achievement of goals. Self-assessment by the student is an essential element of progress review. The teacher will provide both formative and summative feedback.
• Formative progress review provides on-going feedback to learners about their progress in achieving the established learning plan and occurs continuously throughout the learning
experience. It serves a diagnostic purpose as it informs students of areas where further learning is necessary.
• Summative progress review measures final outcomes or results and determines learner achievements as they relate to the learning outcomes. It is concerned with how learners have changed.
Practical Nursing Program Learning Outcomes
:
Profile of the Practical Nursing Graduate
The graduate as a beginning practitioner:
1. Cares for individuals, families and groups from a variety of cultures by establishing caring relationships that foster trust, respect, collaborations and empowerment.
1.1 respects the client’s personal and cultural beliefs and values.
1.2 understands and analyzes the concepts of nursing, person, health and environment. 2. Promotes health and healing for persons autonomously, and within his/her level of competence, in
situation where the number of variables is limited and the outcomes tend to be predictable. 2.1 establishes and sustains therapeutic relationships within the caring philosophy. 2.2 respects the client’s need for autonomy and self-care.
2.3 facilitates the process of health teaching with clients based on the principles of teaching- learning.
2.4 advocates for clients and assists them to make informed decisions about their own health care.
2.5 care is focused on meeting the immediate client needs utilizing an analytical decision-making approach, accessing a range of known options, based on evidence, to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in consultation with the client, family and health care team. 2.6 in consultation, uses evidenced-based knowledge from nursing, health sciences and related
discipline to select and individualize nursing interventions.
2.7 uses a variety of technology tools to support clients’ achievement of their expected health outcomes.
2.8 prioritizes and organizes nursing and health care.
2.9 performs interventions from which she/he can manage the outcomes or has access to resources to manage outcomes.
2.10 evaluates outcome of specific interventions and modifies plan of care based on predictable (expected) client response using professional judgement.
2.10.1 applies the concepts of holism, health promotion and healing. 2.10.2 applies principles of growth and development for each age group.
3. Understands the concept of praxis and its application to nursing practice.
3.1 uses new insights and experiences to refine and revise nursing knowledge. 3.2 uses new knowledge and insights from research to enhance nursing practice. 3.3 conducts own nursing practice within the caring paradigm.
4. Functions effectively in the practical nurse’s unique role as a member within the multi-disciplinary team.
4.1 establishes caring relationships with colleagues. 4.2 utilizes strategies to promote team building.
4.3 practices leadership and management skills in nursing practice settings.
4.4 works in collaboration with the RN and other health team members to meet the care. needs of more complex clients.
4.5 consults with the RN to provide elements of care for highly complex clients.
4.6 identifies/recognizes abnormal or unusual client responses and consults with others as required.
5. Applies generic skills for life-long learning and for personal and professional growth.
5.1 communicates effectively verbally and in writing with clients, health team members and others.
5.2 reframes information, ideas, and concepts using the narrative, visual, numerical and symbolic representation which demonstrates understanding.
5.3 uses interpersonal skills to relate effectively in a variety of situations.
5.4 thinks analytically using a variety of ways of knowing to anticipate and solve problems and make sound decisions.
5.5 utilizes a variety of appropriate computer technology necessary to the performance of tasks. 5.6 employs basic numeracy skills.
5.7 in consultation, reads and critiques research in nursing, health sciences and related disciplines (research articles and reports).
5.8 in consultation, integrates research findings from nursing, health sciences and related disciplines into own practice.
6. Provides safe, effective and ethical nursing care that meets the College of Nurses of Ontario’s Entry to Practice Competencies for Registered Practical Nurses in Ontario.
6.1 practices nursing in a legal and ethical manner.
6.2 is responsible and accountable in professional practice.
6.3 incorporates basic theoretical knowledge from nursing arts and science and research, and the humanities into professional practice.
7. Participates in society as an informed citizen and pursues an enriched personal and professional life. 7.1 values professional associations.
7.2 understands and supports the political process and is aware of how to effect change. 7.3 promotes the advancement of the nursing profession.
Durham College Graduate Profile
A Durham College graduate is expected to integrate and transfer knowledge, skills and attitudes to roles performed in the work place and in his or her personal life.
Commensurate with the level of study, the Durham College graduate will have reliably demonstrated the ability to:
• meet the entry level vocational requirements of the specific field or profession.
• interact with other groups and teams, use critical thinking skills to evaluate and solve problems, and communicate confidentiality in a variety of situations.
• adapt to change, recognize the need to maintain and renew knowledge and skills and effectively meet societal challenges arising in community, family and working life situations.
College of Nurses of Ontario
The College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), the body responsible for regulating nursing in Ontario, sets entry to practice requirements that nurses and practical nurses must meet to become registered in Ontario. CNO’s mission is to regulate nursing to protect the public interest. Among CNO’s entry to practice requirements are provisions specifically intended to enhance public safety. These
provisions require that applicants for registration in Ontario:
• Not have been found guilty of a criminal offence under the Narcotic Control Act (Canada) and the Foods and Drug Act (Canada).
• Not have been subject of a finding of professional misconduct; incompetence or incapacity, whether in Ontario or in another jurisdiction and whether in relation to the nursing profession or another health profession.
• Not currently be the subject of proceedings for professional misconduct, incompetence or incapacity, whether in Ontario or in another jurisdiction and whether in relation to the nursing profession or another health profession.
• Not be suffering from a physical or mental condition that makes it desirable in the public interest that he or she not practice.
• Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) Criminal Record Check.
All applicants applying to CNO for initial Registration of Reinstatement from within Canada will need to provide a recent Canadian Police Information Centre Criminal (CPIC) Record synopsis as part of the Registration process. This is very important because if you do not have a clear CPIC then you may graduate from the PN program but be denied registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. If you are in this situation it is strongly advised that you discuss this with the Student Liaison or the College of Nurses as soon as possible.
An applicant for registration who does not meet one or more of these requirements must inform CNO and provide details about the incident or situation. The applicant will not necessarily be refused registration because CNO’s Registration Committee will review information about the incident or situation to determine if an exemption from the requirement(s) will be granted. An applicant for registration who does not inform CNO may have the applications for registration cancelled, or any certification of registration which may have been issued revoked.
If you have any questions about these registration requirements, please contact CNO at (416) 928-0900, toll free 1-800-387-5526, Ext. 6249, fax (416) 928-6507. www.cno.org
Preparing For the CNO Practical Nurse Registration Examination
It is your responsibility to apply to CNO when you anticipate being eligible to sit the Practical Nurse Registration Examination, i.e. you have almost completed your two-year diploma. Application dates are announced yearly, but you can expect that the application deadline will be sometime in early May for the September examination (which is the earliest date you could expect to be eligible). You will need to complete paperwork and submit a fee, please visit http://www.cno.org/ for information regarding fees. Durham College of Nursing will be responsible for confirming with CNO that you have completed all program requirements before the examination date. Please note, these program requirements include student's fulfillment of both academic and financial obligations to the college. Assessment strategies, which creates and scores the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration
Course Outlines
For each course, a Course Outline that describes course learning outcomes, course content, learning activities, evaluation methods, timelines and support resources is available online.
This is a binding document. Any changes will be agreed upon by students and the professor and requires approval from the Dean of the School. For further details, please refer to the Course
Outlines Policy and Procedure documents (http://www.durhamcollege.ca/academicpolicies). Course outlines are important documents. Please refer to them during the semester and keep them safely afterward. For students who go on to other post secondary institutions or post diploma programs, these will be essential documents.
Please note that students are expected to download copies of their course outlines from MyCampus prior to the first class in each course. Instructions for downloading are located on MyCampus at
www.durhamcollege.ca/mycampus.
General Education
Durham College strives to ensure that students who graduate are immediately employable in their field of study; able to succeed in employment through the ability to continuously learn; and are capable of contributing positively to the society in which they live and work. Therefore, each program of study will strive to provide students with the skills related to a specific field of study (vocational skills), essential employability skills, and general education.
General education courses strengthen students’ skills in areas such as critical analysis, problem solving and communication in the context of an exploration of topics with broad-based personal and/or societal importance. Normally, programs of instruction leading to either an Ontario College Diploma or an Ontario College Advanced Diploma include three general education courses. Such courses are identified on the program of study using the designation of “G”. General Education courses are typically a combination of mandatory and elective courses and students are expected to cover a minimum of two of the five themes. The General Education Committee, which is a
subcommittee of Academic Council, reviews and approves programs and courses for General Education compliance.
Timetables
Timetables
Timetables are available online through our internet – “MyCampus”. You can view and/or print your timetable from any computer with internet access. If you require assistance, please contact the Help Desk at 905-721-2000 Ext. 3333.
Timetable Changes – MyCampus provides students with the ability to modify timetables as listed in the Academic Calendar [see the Student Handbook for dates] Please note: Students have the
responsibility to ensure that all of their required courses are on their schedules. Assistance is available from your Student Liaison. Should you have a discrepancy on your timetable – report it immediately.
Durham College
Academic Policies & Procedures
To view the Durham College Academic Policies & Procedures, please go to
http://www.durhamcollege.ca/EN/main/about_us/governance/policies.php#cp
Program Specific
Academic Policies & Procedures
Practical Nursing Program Policies
The Practical Nursing program has developed program policies based on its philosophy. It is the student’s responsibility to read, understand, and comply with the policies outlined in this document as well as the Durham College Academic Policies and Procedures. The PN Program reserves the right to alter its Policies and Procedures as needed. Students will be given written notification of any necessary changes. The following policies apply to all courses unless students are advised otherwise. Additional policies specific to individual courses may be indicated in the course outline. Policies related to practicum courses will be identified in the Practicum Guide and/or the individual course outline.
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy
All students’ records and “personal information” are considered confidential and are protected in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, CHAPTER F.31.
As per the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 1990:
“personal information” means recorded information about an identifiable individual, including, a) information relating to the race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual
orientation or marital of family status of the individual
b) information relating to the education or the medical, psychiatric, psychological, criminal
c) any identifying number, symbol or other particular assigned to the individual,
or employment history of the individual or information relating to financial transactions in which the individual has been involved,
d) the address, telephone number, fingerprints or blood type of the individual,
e) the personal opinions or views of the individual except where they relate to another individual, f) correspondence sent to an institution by the individual that is implicitly or explicitly of a private or
confidential nature, and replies to that correspondence that would reveal the contents of the original correspondence,
g) the views or opinions of another individual about the individual, and
h) the individual’s name where it appears with other personal information relating to the individual or where the disclosure of the name would reveal other personal information about the individual;
42. An Institution shall not disclose personal information in its custody or under its control except,
a) where the person to whom the information relates has identified that information in particular and consented to its disclosure;
b) for the purpose of which it was obtained or compiled or for a consistent purpose;
c) where disclosure is made to an officer or employee of the institution who needs the record in the
performance of his or her duties and where disclosure is necessary and proper in the discharge of the institution’s functions;
In keeping with FOI, 1990, the College and its employees reserve the right to gain access to these records to carry out the normal functions of an educational institution. Access will be limited to those employees having direct contact with the student and office staff who organize or update student files.
Students will be asked for written consent should access be requested by any party other than those previously described.
Students may request access to their file in the School of Health & Community Services.
Students or graduates who require documentation related to their program or attendance for a third party should put their request in writing and submit it to office staff. The necessary documentation will be provided as soon as possible. Students and graduates should be aware that a fee will be charged to cover the administration costs of this service.
At no time may the file be removed from the School of Health & Community Services. Copies of the file will be provided upon written request from the student. The student is responsible for the cost associated with producing these copies (See privacy of records, release of information – Durham College Student Handbook – Student Rights and Responsibilities).
All confidential information to which the student has access is protected by legislation. Failure to maintain confidentiality of client information or other breaches of confidentiality related to clients, fellow students or college employees may result in dismissal from the college and/or legal action.
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity refers to the pursuit of scholarly activity in an open, honest and responsible manner. Acts that undermine academic integrity, such as plagiarism, cheating and misrepresentation of work, contradict Durham College’s core values.
To ensure the highest academic standards, students are accountable for the work they produce, and student work must be the product of his or her efforts. Durham College has purchased a license with Turnitin.com, an online service to detect unoriginal work and citation errors. The Academic
Integrity Policy and Procedure documents (http://www.durhamcollege.ca/academicpolicies) provide a comprehensive explanation of Durham College’s expectations regarding academic integrity.
Requirements for Promotion
Please Note: Students must check MyCampus for all official midterm grades, final grades and G.P.A.
Academic courses are evaluated using a variety of methods such as tests, essays, labs, written or verbal assignments, in-process activities, group work and/or final examinations. The evaluation criteria for each course are noted in its course outline. Students are advised to familiarize themselves with these criteria early in the semester. Please refer to the Grading and Promotion Policy and Procedures documents (
Evaluation and Promotion
http://www.durhamcollege.ca/academicpolicies) for a complete overview of grading and promotion practices.
Students who are not progressing satisfactorily according to criteria published in their respective program guides may be placed on academic probation, at the discretion of the school Dean or designate. Such students may be allowed to continue their studies on a
Academic Probation
Letter of Permission (an academic student contract) which will specify conditions which must be met to continue in their programs. Students who do not meet the conditions of their academic probation may be required to withdraw from full-time studies.
A pass grade in all courses is 50% (unless otherwise indicated in the course outline).
A student who fails any two Core Nursing courses [Core Nursing subjects include all courses except PSYCH 1000, PSYCH 2500, COMM 1501 and the elective] must withdraw from the program. The student can reapply to the program after one year. The student must enter the program at the start of the Semester of their last failed course and must retake all the courses in that Semester. If the failed course is a practicum course, the student will first be required to take and Pass a Pre-Entry SIM evaluation course to determine competency for practicum.
Students will only be eligible to attend practicum with a term GPA of 2.0 or higher in the semester preceding the practicum. Each 7 week NURS course in each Year 2 semester must be passed in order to move on to the next 7 week NURS course.
Students with a GPA of at least 1.8 but less than 2 will be placed on academic probation. Students may be allowed to continue in the program with a Letter of Permission outlining a detailed academic plan as set out by student liaison officer. A student may only be on a letter of permission once during the length of the program.
If a student fails a practicum course or a Health and Healing co-requisite she/he must repeat and pass both the corresponding Health and Healing and practicum course to continue in the program.
A student failing the same subject twice, either at day school or through Continuous Learning, will be required to withdraw from the program. The student must wait one year before applying for re-entry to the program.
A failed course or its equivalent must be passed before courses are taken for which it is a prerequisite. Failed courses are repeated at the student’s expense.
Unless otherwise indicated, a student must achieve a passing grade in all core nursing courses and maintain a GPA of 2.0 to be eligible to graduate.
NOTE: If a student is not eligible to take a particular course at the time it is offered because he/she has not successfully completed a prerequisite subject, the student is responsible for taking the course at his/her own expense once eligibility requirements have been met.
Remediation
While it is the responsibility of each student to be aware of the accumulation of term marks, attention may be drawn by a teacher to marks that place the student in jeopardy of failure. The student may be given an “Academic Alert Form”. At this time, the teacher may suggest remedial steps such as a review of study skills, Computer Assisted Learning, or a peer tutor. In order to qualify for a tutor, a minimum of 80% class attendance is required. Students are encouraged to seek academic guidance or assistance as soon as difficulties arise.
Comprehensive Exam
A multiple choice comprehensive exam will be written at the beginning of semester 5, in Level 2. This exam will be based on the national, external, practical nursing exam competencies and will cover the theory taught in the Practical Nursing program. The competencies and a review of the national exam can be found at www.asitest.ca
The successful passing of this exam with a grade of 65% is a pre-requisite for Consolidation. There will be one re-write opportunity offered for students receiving a failing grade. Students failing the re-write will meet with the academic team (PN Coordinator, Student Liaison, Associate Dean and/or Dean) to determine an individual course of remedial action.
Practicum Promotion Criteria
Advanced Standing/Re-entry Policy Guidelines for the Practical Nursing Program Definitions
An ADVANCED STANDING student is a student entering the Durham College Practical Nursing Program for the first time by external access.
A RE-ENTRY student is a student returning to his/her original program of choice to repeat areas of learning.
Successful completion of all components of the Practical Nursing Program is necessary for
graduation. In addition, a cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required. Students who fail a component or who fail to obtain a GPA of 2.0 will be required to repeat a portion of the program. The program must be completed within four academic years of study.
The following guidelines for advanced standing/re-entry admission to the Practical Nursing Program are to be followed by all applicants and are the students' responsibility.
1. Advanced standing/re-entry is permitted only once as demand for program seats exceeds seat availability.
2. Applications for advance standing are made through the Admission’s Office. An official transcript and course outlines are required at the time of application.
3. All required program and college fees must be paid by the student upon notification of acceptance into the program.
The student must meet all of the medical and legal requirements of the program.
The student must show proof of current CPR (Level C], Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, and complete immunization within the first week of re-entry.
NOTE: Should program standards, curriculum, or content change, additional course work will be required.
Admission Criteria
Students who have previously been in a Practical Nursing Program and are requesting re-entry or advanced standing to any semester of the Practical Nursing Program will be considered for admission subject to the following conditions:
1. Seat availability.
2. Minimum GPA 2.0 (60%) overall academic average in the semester prior to the failed semester. Preference will be given to those students with a higher GPA.
3. A Pass grade in any Pass-Fail course in the previous semester. Students in the process of repeating a failed subject will be ranked for admission. The final decision will be made upon submission of the final grade.
4. Preference will be given to students who have consistently maintained passing grades. 5. Completion and Pass grade in the Pre-entry SIM evaluation course.
6. Achievement of a grade of 80% on a medication math challenge exam to ensure maintenance of competency in math skills.
7. Meet with the Student Liaison.
8. At the discretion of the Dean, students may be required to enroll in and successfully complete a specific subject component.
NOTE: Nursing Credits will only be accepted if earned within the last four (4) calendar years.
Examples of Remedial/Preparatory Work
1. Review and practice ALL previous skills under supervision of the HCLC peer tutors, including the relevant Health and Healing components. Only students registered in a course at Durham College are eligible to attend the HCLC tutored time and only with the permission of the Nurse Technologist.
2. Review appropriate subjects e.g. Anatomy and Physiology, Medication Mathematics, Communications, and/or Health and Healing and Interactive Review Process through available learning resources. Review College of Nurses Standards and the RNAO Best Practice Guidelines.
3. Maintain competence in medication mathematics.
Requirements for Advanced Standing status will be met at the student’s expense.
N.B. Notification will be made by phone as soon as seats are available. The applicant is responsible for providing the School of Health and Community Services Office, as well as the Admissions Department, with his/her current phone number and address. Seats will be forfeited by those applicants who cannot be contacted within three (3) days of the seat availability list being finalized.
The college reserves the right to restrict the number of students admitted to repeat the program in any given academic year.
Promotion Criteria
Re-entry students will be placed on academic probation until such time as they have successfully completed the failed subjects/portion of the program.
Re-Entry Student
1. Re-entry students are responsible to prepare themselves for the Semester they are returning to. This includes reviewing all relevant subject material, maintaining competence in HCLC skills and maintaining medication math skills prior to re-entry.
2. A RE-ENTRY student must pass all the Core Nursing courses in the remainder of the program. If a re-entry student fails a Core Nursing subject, the student will be asked to withdraw from the nursing program.
3. Re- entry students will follow an individualized success plan as laid out by the student liaison officer.
The Learning Environment
As the Practical Nursing program is a professional program, it is expected that Nursing Students will act and communicate in a professional manner at all times.
Attendance
Because of the relationship between theoretical knowledge and praxis in nursing education, it is essential that students participate in all learning activities provided. Failure to attend class may lead to gaps in knowledge, grade reduction and potential safety hazards for the client in the practicum setting. Full attendance is expected. It is advisable to inform your professor by e-mail if you plan to be absent. Refer to individual course outlines for specific attendance requirements.
A student who is frequently absent may be interviewed to discuss the reason for the absenteeism and to determine how the student might fully participate in learning activities.
Student Conduct
It is expected that all members of the class, including the professor, will treat one another with courtesy and respect within all aspects of the learning environment. [lab, in and out of classroom, practicum] There is a great deal of group work within the program and it is an expectation that all group members treat each other with respect and dignity. Respect helps to create a caring
environment which supports teaching and learning. If individual behaviours interfere with the rights of others to teach or to learn, the professor has the right to hold the disruptive student(s) accountable and disciplinary action may be initiated as per the College policies.
See the College Policies Students Code of Conduct.
Late Arrivals in Class
http://www.durhamcollege.ca/EN/main/about_us/governance/policies/academic_policy/students.php
Students are expected to arrive to class on time both at the beginning of class and after breaks. Professors recognize that there are often legitimate reasons for late arrivals but when the behaviour is chronic and disturbs a class already in progress, the professor has the right to prohibit entry to the classroom until a suitable break occurs. During classes in which a guest speaker is scheduled or when student peers are making a presentation, late arrival may not be permitted
Students who arrive late on the day of a test will not be given any additional time to complete the test.
. (Special circumstances may be presented to the professor in advance of the class for consideration.)
Technological Devices
Use of cell phones during class is not permitted. This includes the use of text messaging and camera functions. Cell phones should be turned off during class time. Professors recognize that there may be times when a student needs to be available to receive an urgent call. If a student requests and is granted this privilege, it is expected that the phone will be turned to “vibrate” so that its ringing will not disrupt the class or disturb other students. Students who wish to record classroom activities, using an audio or video system, must obtain permission from the subject professor.
Use of laptops or internet based technology in the class is permitted related to course work only. Students abusing this privilege i.e. social networking, chatting, gaming, and inappropriate sites etc. will be held accountable and may be subject to disciplinary action.
Eating and Drinking in Classrooms
Food and drinks are permitted in classrooms as long as the student takes responsibility for removing garbage and cleaning up his/her workspace before leaving the class. The professor has the right to revoke this privilege if these conditions are not met or if other students in class object to the practice.
Emergency Calls
The School of Health staff will accept messages for students only in the event of a family
emergency. Please make sure that anyone in your life who needs to locate you during class time for reasons other than an emergency has a copy of your timetable [eg. classmates, family, daycare provider, employer] Staff are unable to release your schedule information due to the Freedom of Information Act.
Test and Examination Expectations
and Procedures
Students will be required to present their student I.D. card for all tests and for all exams. If an I.D. card is not presented, the student may be asked to leave the room and may not be allowed to rewrite the test or exam. Please ensure that you bring your Durham College Student ID card to all tests and exams.
Terms of Reference:
Class Test – a scheduled and invigilated test within class time or booked in the test center. Quiz – an evaluation of shorter duration than a test with lesser weighting / may be scheduled / or unscheduled / usually given as part of a regularly scheduled class.
Web CT tests and quizzes are computer given with specific parameters as required delivering evaluations in this format and may not apply to the above criteria.
During exam week, the School may schedule other activities such as mask fit testing or LEADS training. The student is expected to keep all of exam week open for exams and activities as scheduled by the School. Missing these sessions may mean the student will be ineligible for practicum.
Policies for Tests / Quizzes
Please read carefully.
1. The weighting of tests and quizzes are outlined in the course outline with the evaluation criteria.
2. There are no makeup tests (i.e. no “do-overs”).
3. It is expected all students will be present to write tests in the scheduled time slots. Tests may be scheduled outside regular timetabled hours.
4. A student who misses a test must notify his/her professor by e-mail documenting the reason for the missed test, within 24 hours of the missed test. Failure to comply will result in a mark of zero (0).
5. A student, who complies with the test policies, may be given the opportunity to write a modified version of the test OR have the weight of the missed test added to another evaluation item e.g. test, assignment, exam. The decision will be at the discretion of the professor.
6. Students who have missed a test will be required to write the missed test in the test centre at the scheduled, pre-determined time of Saturday morning at 0900 hrs.
7. A student may only miss one test in any course in a Semester. If the student misses any additional tests, the PN Faculty Team will decide if the student may make up any of the missed tests based on the student’s circumstances.
8. In class quizzes might be unannounced. Students not in attendance will receive a mark of zero (0). No makeup quizzes will be given.
9. If a student is late arriving for a test or quiz, no additional time will be granted.
10. No student will be allowed to enter the test room after the first student to complete the test leaves the room.
Final Marks
Final marks will not be released by faculty members or office staff. Grades will be posted on My Campus/Web CT and Official Grade reports will be mailed to students.
Section I
It is the student's responsibility to:
1. Check the test and examination timetable carefully. Ensure awareness of the time and place that the test/examination is being written.
2 Students who have been identified by the CSD office as having special needs will write tests and exams commencing at the scheduled time. If writing in the CSD office, it is the student's responsibility to make appropriate arrangements and communicate them to the teacher.
3. Write tests and examinations within the scheduled times. Should this not be possible, the student or student representative must notify the course teacher prior to the event. Failure to comply will result in a mark of "0" for the test/examination missed.
4. Arrive 5 minutes early.
5. Congregate outside the test/examination room. Students will be seated in the test/examination room a few minutes before the test/exam is scheduled to start.
