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Table of Contents Compliance and Complaints Statement ...............................................................2 Introduction .......................................................................................................3 General Information ...........................................................................................9 Academic Calendar ...........................................................................................16 Admissions .......................................................................................................18 Financial Aid .....................................................................................................28 Student Accounts .............................................................................................36 Tuition and Fees ...............................................................................................39 Academic Information and Policies ...................................................................41 Online Education ..............................................................................................71 Nursing Programs .............................................................................................73 >Post-Master’s Nursing Certificate Programs (Post-MSN) ................................75 >Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Traditional Option ................................84 >Master of Science in Nursing: RN to MSN Option .........................................93 >Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Traditional Option ............................110 >Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Fast Track Option ............................119 >Bachelor of Science in Nursing: RN to BSN Program ..................................128 >Bachelor of Science in Nursing: LPN to BSN Option ....................................136 >Diploma in Practical Nursing (PN) ............................................................145 Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) ............................ 149 Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology (RT) ....................................... 155 Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging (MI) ................................................. 160 Certificate in Medical Imaging PACS Administrator ........................................ 169 Health Care Business Programs ...................................................................... 172 >Master of Health Care Administration .......................................................173 >Bachelor of Science in Health Care Business with major in Health Information Management ..........................................177 >Bachelor of Science in Health Care Business with major in Informatics ......................................................................185 >Bachelor of Science in Health Care Business with major in Management ....................................................................192 >Health Care Business Minor ....................................................................199 >Associate of Science in Health Information Management ............................201 >Certificate in Health Information Management ..........................................206 >Foundations in Health Information Management ........................................209 >Certificate in Health Care Business Informatics PACS Administrator .............211 Office of Professional Development and Life Support ......................................214 General Education ..........................................................................................218 Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) - Air Force and Army ........................224 Administration, Faculty and Staff....................................................................229 Index .............................................................................................................246 Please Note: The information in this catalog is intended to be informational and not contractual in nature. Clarkson College reserves the right to amend, alter, change or modify the provisions of this catalog at any time and in any manner that the Administration or Board of Directors deems is in the best interest of Clarkson College and its students. The catalog is printed once annually in the fall. Please check the interactive online catalog for the most current information at www.clarksoncollege.edu, and then choose the Catalog link from the Quick Links box. Changes made to the catalog throughout the year will be noted in RED and dated in the interactive, online version only to show when the change is effective. This PDF version will have the most current changes included, but will not identify the changes in red. Table of Contents Table 1 Compliance and Complaints Statement Clarkson College complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws relating to discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, veteran’s status, or marital status. This includes, but is not limited to, such laws as Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. This policy is applicable to complaints alleging discrimination on the basis of sex. The Vice President Academic Affairs is responsible for coordinating compliance with these laws for students. All complaints will be promptly and thoroughly investigated and resolved. Complaint processes can be found in two policies; Petition for Reconsideration and Grievance. The Vice President Academic Affairs will be responsible for conducting review of complaints for students. Complainants may provide statements from witnesses as part of their information and evidence. The College prohibits retaliation against a complainant or other person(s) who participates in grievance proceedings. A complete description of each formal grievance process is contained in the Student Handbook/Planner, which is available in a PDF format and live on the Clarkson College website. Section Name Compliance and Complaints Statement 2 Introduction PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE As you consider your education at Clarkson College, rest assured that you will have the opportunity to be among the many individuals who have come here to learn, grow and graduate as caring and compassionate professionals. It is a time-honored tradition that continues to stand the test of time in an ever-changing world of health care. In 2008, the College celebrates “120 Years of Educating Health Care Professionals.” You will learn alongside outstanding individuals who will become your friends for life. Among the many things you will have in common is the benefit of outstanding faculty and staff who have a passion for helping you succeed. They share the common goal of delivering EXTRAORDINARY education today in the development of health care professionals for tomorrow. This hallmark is one of the secrets to the long history of Clarkson College. With each new academic year, we look forward to welcoming students as they continue the next leg of their personal journey or as they begin a new one. We are very fortunate to have a mission-driven institution led by a Board of Directors that continues to be inspired by the caliber of our students and their dreams of contributing to an increasingly complex health care industry. You should know that wherever you go in this region, your Clarkson College education will serve you well. Employers continue to recognize our graduates as receiving cutting- edge education as well as, experience in service-learning and engagement in caring and compassion for others. The highly publicized demand for skilled and compassionate professionals is a reality. We are fortunate to bring our students impeccable resources with educational and clinical site partners such as The Nebraska Medical Center. You should have no doubt about the outstanding educational arena you are entering when you become a part of Clarkson College. Come celebrate with us and picture yourself being a part of something great as we prepare you to provide high quality, ethical, and compassionate health care services. Sincerely, Dr. Louis Burgher President Section Name President’s Message President’s 3 VISION, MISSION AND VALUES Mission Preparing students to provide high quality, ethical, and compassionate health care services. Vision Developing Health Care Professionals for today and tomorrow. Values Webster’s Dictionary defines professionalism as “the conduct, aims or qualities that characterize or make a profession or professional person.” In order to illustrate how Professionalism is demonstrated at Clarkson College, we have integrated it into our already established system of Values. Learning The lifelong process of growing and developing through both structured and unstructured experiences. • Independently pursuing new information and experiences to promote interpersonal and professional growth. • Developing new skills or increasing proficiency with current abilities. • Openly receiving and experimenting with new ideas and strategies. • Critically evaluating past experiences to decide how to perform in the future. • Valuing learning as a lifelong process. Caring An empowering relationship through an attitude of empathy, consideration and respect for those students, colleagues and public constituents with whom we interact. • Using