2011-12 Catalog: Table of Contents
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2011-12 CATALOG: TABLE OF CONTENTS Compliance and Complaints Statement ..................................................................... 3 Introduction ............................................................................................................. 4 General Information ................................................................................................. 8 Academic Calendar ..................................................................................................17 Academic Travel Abroad ......................................................................................... 22 Admissions ..............................................................................................................23 Financial Aid ............................................................................................................30 Student Accounts .....................................................................................................39 Tuition and Fees ......................................................................................................42 Academic Information and Policies ..........................................................................45 Online Education ......................................................................................................79 Nursing Programs ....................................................................................................81 > Post-Master’s Nursing Certificate Programs (Post-MSN) .............................................83 > Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Traditional Option .............................................86 > Master of Science in Nursing: RN to MSN Option .......................................................91 > Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): Traditional Option ......................................... 109 > Bachelor of Science in Nursing: RN to BSN Program ................................................ 113 > Bachelor of Science in Nursing: LPN to BSN Option ................................................. 116 > Diploma in Practical Nursing (PN) ......................................................................... 132 Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)..................................... 136 Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology (RT) ............................................... 145 Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging ................................................................. 151 Certificate in Imaging Informatics ........................................................................ 161 Health Care Business Programs ............................................................................. 162 > Master’s in Health Care Administration .................................................................. 163 > Post-Master’s Certificate in Health Care Administration ............................................ 166 > Bachelor of Science in Health Care Business with major in Health Information Administration .................................................................................. 170 > Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Health Care Administration .................................... 175 > Bachelor of Science in Health Care Business with major in Management .................... 179 > Health Care Business Minor ................................................................................. 184 > Associate of Science in Health Information Technology ............................................ 185 > Certificate in Health Information Management ........................................................ 189 1 General Education .................................................................................................. 197 Professional Development ..................................................................................... 206 Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) – Air Force and Army ............................... 210 Administration, Faculty and Staff Directory ............................................................ 214 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 ClarksonCollege.edu. 2 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 and/or the Vice President of Operations 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 and/or the Vice President of Operations 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 online at ClarksonCollege.edu. Last updated Nov. 26, 2008. MISSION AND VALUES Mission Preparing students to professionally provide high quality, ethical and compassionate health care services. Values Learning: The lifelong process of education through both structured and unstructured experiences. Caring: An empowering relationship through an attitude of empathy, compassion and respect for those with whom we interact and serve. Commitment: Dedication to the shared mission of Clarkson College. Integrity: Adherence to moral and ethical standards in personal, professional and organizational actions. Excellence: A level of performance in which all individuals strive for extraordinary quality. 3 INTRODUCTION President’s Message Clarkson College is rich in history, academic excellence and unmatched in preparing students to be the best in the field of health care. The heart of our success resides in our dedicated staff, committed student body and outstanding faculty members. As a student, you will have the opportunity to experience our proud, long-standing tradition of upholding our Mission of preparing students to professionally provide high quality, ethical and compassionate health care services. During the last 123 years, we have learned a few things about preparing students to provide high quality health care services, and our results are showing it. While focusing on quality we have not forgotten about cost. Clarkson College is committed to responsible control of expenses for students and parents. This combination of quality and efficiency equates to value at a private college you can afford. Clarkson College offers undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees and post-graduate certificates in health sciences and health care business. The College is devoted to ensuring high quality health care education in the classroom, online or on campus, and during clinical experiences. Clarkson College Highlights and Key Facts: Nebraska’s first health care education institution. Nearly 1,000 students learning on-campus and online. Learning focused on patient, caring, integrity and a commitment to excellence. A student to faculty ratio of 14:1. Pass rates on national board exams consistently above the state and national average. The Nursing program began over 123 years ago. Clarkson College has the largest Radiologic Technology and Physical Therapist Assistant programs in the state of Nebraska. Clarkson College has the only PTA transfer program in the Midwest. Clarkson College is the only accredited Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management program in Nebraska and Iowa. Clarkson College is the second least expensive private college in Nebraska. Access for our graduates to the largest and best medical campus in the region, The Nebraska Medical Center. Our faculty and staff are anxious to prepare you with the high quality education you are seeking. We are passionate about your success not only during your time at Clarkson College, but also long after you graduate. Sincerely, Louis W. Burgher, M.D., Ph.D. President 4 ACCREDITATION AND APPROVALS Clarkson College has maintained continuous accreditation with The Higher Learning Commission North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) from 1984 to present. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Master of Science in Nursing programs have accreditation from the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). 61 Broadway New York, NY 10006 | 212.363.5555, ext. 153 | nlnac.org The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is also