Classroom Expectations

Attendance

Attendance to all classes is imperative in the Practical Nursing program at NSCC. During class, learners can expect to learn and apply theory that will later be applied in the skills lab and in the clinical setting. Practical Nursing learners are responsible to report all absences from class to their faculty as per industry standards.

Dress Classroom

• Casual dress for class
• Scent free policy will apply

Electronic Devices

All electronic devices such as cell phones/Smart Phones/laptops, tablets, etc. are to be turned off during class time, including labs, unless required for learning/educational purposes and are prohibited during tests and exams unless specifically approved by faculty.

Assignments

Late Submissions

Assessments and evaluations are to be handed in on or before the specified due date.

• Late submissions may not be accepted after assignments have been corrected and returned to other learners. We appreciate circumstances that arise from time to time that may prevent the learner from completing an assessment or evaluation.
• Should the learner be unable to complete an assessment or evaluation it is the learner’s responsibility to speak with your faculty prior to the due date about your options and to negotiate a new due date. Responsibility for work missed due to absence rests with the learner.
• Failure to complete the program or course requirements stated at the outset of the program may result in a failing grade.
• Please refer to the NSCC Academic Performance Policy.

Faculty will communicate requirements for assignments which may include:

• All course assignments will be given a due date.
• In consultation with their Academic Chair, deductions may be applied to late assignments.
• Assignment must be typed: double spaced using 12 to 14 pt. font using 8.5” x 11” paper.
• APA formatting guidelines are to be followed when submitting written work
• Work must be referenced

Academic Integrity and Use of Generative AI

Academic Integrity and use of Generative AI is governed by the Academic Integrity Policy. In the School of Health and Human Services, Practical Nursing Program breaches in the Academic Integrity Policy may result in academic action that is determined by the Academic Chair.

Faculty will communicate the framework for acceptable academic practice in their course, including guidance about Generative AI, use of citations and guidelines (e.g., APA 7th). This guidance may vary from assignment to assignment but will be provided to students in writing. These written instructions will form the guidelines for determining if an Academic Integrity policy breach has occurred.

TESTS and EXAMS

•  Learners will receive a tentative workplan for each course which will have dates of tests and exams.
•  Learners not present for tests and exams without making prior arrangements with the course faculty may be given a zero.
•  Make up tests/exams may be arranged in advance with the course faculty in cases where a learner’s absence is unavoidable.
•  Failure to write a make-up test/exam may result in a mark of
• All tests are proctored and cheating on a test or exam may result in a grade of zero.