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1.0 Academic performance & progress

These policies describe the rules and guidelines for academic performance, assessment, grading, course eligibility, and progress within the program.

Academic performance and progress

This policy defines expectations for academic standing and outlines how student progress is monitored and supported.

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This policy sets expectations for fair, transparent, and professional assessment practices across all School of Nursing programs.

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This policy outlines grading standards, use of Incompletes, and procedures for grade appeals.

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This policy outlines the use of Course Notifications and Development Plans as early alerts to give feedback and connect students with resources for success.

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This policy defines time-to-degree limits and graduation requirements to ensure timely program completion and eligibility for degree conferral.

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This policy establishes requirements for repeating courses that do not meet minimum passing standards and outlines related progression and approval processes.

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This policy describes the School of Nursing’s recognition of student excellence through honors and awards presented at Convocation and other ceremonies.

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This policy outlines how prior graduate coursework may be reviewed for equivalency or credit substitution.

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This policy describes the culminating scholarly project or dissertation required for graduate degrees (CIPCT, DNP, PhD) to demonstrate mastery of advanced knowledge and research.

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2.0 Enrollment & registration

These policies explain the policies and procedures for student enrollment and registration. It discusses attendance expectations, options for temporary or extended leave, processes for reinstatement, and guidelines for graduate and doctoral program enrollment.

Enrollment and registration

This policy establishes requirements for continuous registration, full-time enrollment, and compliance with University and School of Nursing standards to maintain student status and progression.

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This policy defines attendance expectations, allowable short-term absences, and procedures for making up missed coursework or clinical requirements.

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This policy outlines how students may request reinstatement after losing active student status

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This policy explains how students who lose status must apply for reinstatement under University and School of Nursing rules, with approval based on readiness to resume study and program capacity.

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This policy explains how students may enroll in graduate courses as non-matriculated and clarifies limits on credits and program access.

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This policy outlines the process for DNP applicants to change tracks.

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3.0 Clinical education

These policies outline the standards and expectations for clinical training. It includes policies on placement and compliance, how evaluations are conducted, incident reporting, and chances to complete clinical coursework abroad.

Clinical education policies

This policy sets School authority over clinical placements and requires students to meet compliance and professional standards.

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This policy defines compliance requirements students must maintain to remain eligible for clinical participation.

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This policy outlines how faculty evaluate and grade student performance in clinical courses

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This policy outlines how students and faculty must report and respond to clinical incidents or exposures to ensure safety and accountability.

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This policy ensures international clinical experiences meet UW and SoN standards for safety, professionalism, and oversight.

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4.0 Professional standards & conduct

These policies outline the professional and ethical expectations for students in the School of Nursing. It covers required qualifications and behaviors, standards for conduct and participation, compliance with confidentiality laws, appropriate use of communication and technology, and integrity in research and authorship.

Professional standards

This policy outlines the professional and behavioral standards students must meet to remain in good standing.

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This policy describes the conduct standards and compliance expectations that determine student eligibility for academic and clinical participation.

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This policy describes student responsibilities for protecting the confidentiality of educational and patient information.

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This policy describes expectations for professional communication and responsible technology use.

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This policy describes expectations for ethical research and fair authorship.

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5.0 Student concerns & resolution processes

These policies describe the steps students can take to raise concerns or find solutions. It includes rules for dealing with problems related to instruction and formal processes for submitting complaints or appeals.

Student concerns and resolution processes

This policy describes how students can raise and resolve instructional concerns.

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This policy describes how students may formally address academic grievances.

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