Professional Standards and Code of Conduct
threatening • Use of inappropriate or offensive language • Failure to cooperate with faculty, staff, or peers • Review Process
the campus immediately. If the student fails to leave when asked by the instructor, this will be grounds for termination. Any student that has been asked to leave the campus and complies, but again exhibits poor conduct or poor attitude upon his/her return, must then meet with the Department Chair to assess the situation. The Department Chair will have authority to allow the student to return to class or may refer the student to the Director of Education for consultation. The purpose of this consultation will be to assist the student in making the necessary changes to be in compliance with Sumner College standards. If it is determined during this conference that the student may continue enrollment at the college, the student must exhibit signifi- cant improvement or the student will be terminated. Sumner College, in keeping with the local, state and federal laws, prohibits the possession, use or distribution of drugs or alcohol by students, faculty, or staff while on school property or when involved in any school-sponsored activity. If the student feels he/she has been unjustifiably terminated, the student may request an appeal in writing within one week of the termination. If the student should wish to re-enter the college at a later date, he/she must meet the requirements of the re-entry policy. Students who do not maintain satisfactory academic progress must follow the guidelines set forth in the college catalog. Students who do not maintain satisfactory attendance will be counseled by the Department Chair to determine whether the student should continue enrollment in the college. In any one of these cases, an advisory conference with the College President and the student will be held. At that time it will be deter- mined whether extenuating circumstances need to be considered. The purpose of this conference will be to assist the student in making the necessary changes which will be in compliance with the college’s standards. It is the policy of the college that any student may be terminated following this initial conference if significant improvement has not been evidenced. For a definition of satisfactory attendance, see “Attendance and Conduct Policy” elsewhere in this catalog. The administration reserves the right to take individual circumstances into consideration during termination, appeal, and the re-entry process. Appeals to Termination Should a student disagree with the determination that he/she is not making satisfactory academic progress the student may file an appeal about that determination with the Director of Education, and College President if necessary. Sumner College 30-day Program Eligibility Policy Sumner College reserves the right to assess a student’s eligibility to continue in their program during the first 30 days of enrollment. If, within this period, the college determines that a student is in violation of the published Code of Conduct, the student may be subject to immediate termination from the program. Grounds for Termination A student may be deemed ineligible to continue their program for reasons including, but not limited to: Lack of professionalism • Aggressive behavior toward staff or students • Approaching a staff member or student in a manner perceived as
If the college determines that a student’s behavior warrants termination, a meeting will be scheduled with the student during this 30-day review period. The student will have an opportunity to discuss the concerns raised before a final decision is made. Return of College Property If a student is issued a college laptop, it must be returned upon termination. Failure to return the device will result in a charge to the student’s account. Financial Considerations Students terminated under this policy will not be responsible for tuition charges. Additionally, any application or test fees paid will be refunded in full. If a is student terminated from any program during the 30-day eligibility period, the status of that student will be a ‘cancel’. If a student is terminated from any program during the 30-day eligi- bility period, their status will be recorded as “canceled.” Students terminated under this policy have the right to appeal the decision. However, if any of the behaviors outlined in the 30-Day Program Eligibility Policy have occurred during this preview period, the student will not be eligible to reapply for the program in the future. This policy ensures that all students uphold professional and ethical standards while maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment for all members of the Sumner College community. Additional Termination Policy for the Practical Nursing Program If a student exhibits unprofessional or unethical behavior, the Department Chair will evaluate the issues and determine course of action that could include a written warning, disciplinary action, or termination. Repeated behaviors may cause termination from the program. Any student that is unprofessional or judged unsafe to practice in the clinical setting may also be terminated from the program. Termination from the program will require a recommen- dation from the Department Chair to the Director of Education as in all student termination matters. Final discretion rests with the College President. Formal Grievance and Complaint Procedures STEP 1: Grievant should verbally present his/her grievance before the Director of Education at Sumner College for resolution within 30 days of occurrence. If the grievance is not resolved, then grievant will receive a copy of the Grievance Form and should proceed to Step No. 2. STEP 2: Grievant may submit a completed grievance form re- questing a hearing before a Grievance Committee. The hearing will outline his/her grievance and what steps have been taken to resolve the problem. This must be completed within 45 days of meeting with the Director of Education.
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