Appendix F - Sumner College BSN Program Effectiveness Plan
I-F
Academic policies of the parent institution and the nursing program are congruent and support the achievement of the mission, goals, and expected program outcomes. These policies are fair, equitable; published and accessible; and reviewed and revised as necessary to
Annual
Review syllabi, catalog, and student handbook policies. Explain differences and rationales.
See faculty meeting minutes January 2023 – Policies including attendance in clinical and lab, progression, civility, and supplies were discussed. Policies found in student handbook available in Canvas on the Pages tab under important information. New students entering the program are given a copy of the handbook and sign that they have reviewed and received it. See faculty meeting minutes March 28, 2023 – Faculty reviewed information on grievances found in the catalog and student handbook. There was one formal complaint in 2023 from a student dismissed from the program for not taking finals on time. Each term the handbook is reviewed and faculty are asked to suggest any updates or policy concerns. Feb 2023 Faculty mtg addressed this. New books and resources are updated through the year at the beginning of each term as new book publications are released. Faculty are sent new editions as they are released to review and update the course
Change recommendations are reviewed prior to the new term each 10 week period. Policies are also covered during BSN orientation to the program. New changes made to any student policy are broadcast in Canvas at the beginning of each term.
foster program improvement.
I-G
The program defines and reviews formal complaints according to established policies.
Annual (assess for trends) and as needed
Student handbook College catalog Student complaint file Faculty meeting minutes
Faculty will continue to assist with student concerns.
I-H
Documents and publications are accurate. A process is used to notify constituents about changes in documents and publications.
Annual
Review of catalog, handbooks, admission documents, and website
No errors were noted. Some information was found to be updated in an addendum. No changes suggested.
Documents from BON and CCNE
Alert students and faculty to changes (e-mail, faculty meetings, LMS
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