Travel Disclosure Every attempt is made to place a student as close to home as possible. However, clinical experiences are often limited by the number of students living within a specific geographic region and the number of clinical sites available. In addition, students may be required to rotate between clinical sites during their clinical education to ensure all students receive beneficial, high-quality clinical education during their time at the college. All students must be prepared and willing to commit themselves to any travel time required to achieve the program’s educational goals. Travel to a clinical site varies and can be located up to 5 hours one way from the campus. Students are encouraged to review the student handbook and enrollment paperwork for more information. Rotation requirements will be presented to the students by the Clinical Coordinator. Sumner College does not provide transportation for students to and from clinical sites. Students should plan accordingly for these travel costs and a mode of transportation. Carpooling with other students is encouraged, and clinical assignments cannot and will not be based on transportation needs. Full Time Student A student must be registered for at least twelve (12) quarter credit units per term to be considered a full time student. Room & Board The college does not provide room and board. The college makes every effort to help students that are interested in relocating find safe and affordable housing. Information about this service can be found in the Student Services Department. Visitors and Family Members Visitors interested in attending the college that are over the age of 18 and would like to sit in on a class need to be approved by the Director of Operations prior to sitting in a class. No children under the age of 18 (unless currently enrolled) are allowed in any classroom, skills labs, break room, or library during scheduled class hours. Facilities & Equipment Sumner College is located close to the Portland airport and is easily accessible by Tri-Met public transportation. Free parking is available for students, staff, and visitors. Please park vehicles in designated parking spots only. Please do not park in any spots marked as ‘Reserved’. The college utilizes current technologies to facilitate an atmosphere conducive to learning. Our facilities are accessible to students in wheelchairs. Technology Resources and Requirements for Distance Education Courses Students must meet the minimum student skills, hardware, and software requirements for the distance education courses (online) taught at the college. All programs offered at the college include distance education courses. A computer is issued to every student enrolled in the following programs: • Practical Nursing • Bachelor of Science in Nursing Students are expected to have at least the following skills before taking distance education courses: • Basic keyboarding competence • Elementary knowledge of their computer operating system • Basic knowledge of: Word processor, sending and receiving emails with attachments, using an internet browser and search engine Hardware Requirements • Internet access with a high-speed broadband connection • Students must be able to video conference in real-time • Google Chrome internet browser • An office suite tool such as Microsoft Office 365 or similar Students must also complete the online new student course PCT 101 – Passport to Canvas prior to starting classes. This course is an introduction to Canvas that includes exercises and tutorials to assure student success. The IT Department is responsible for issuing student laptops prior to classes starting. The college provides technical support for all active students Monday through Thursday outside of class times. Support is provided during these days from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Appointments are recommended to assure the department can address the needs of the student in a timely manner. Please contact this department at ITDepartment@sumnercollege.edu to schedule ask a question or schedule an appointment.
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