WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY College of Health Sciences GRADUATE STUDENT HANDBOOK 2020-2022 Approved by the Board of Trustees on 04/23/2020 The College of Health Sciences Graduate Student Handbook is intended to address informational needs which are unique to the health science majors. In all other instances, the policies and procedures as outlined in The Translation and the William Carey University Undergraduate Catalog will be followed and will take precedence. This handbook is a combination of the School of Nursing, the School of Pharmacy, and the Department of Physical Therapy. MISSION STATEMENT As a Christian university which embraces its Baptist heritage and namesake, William Carey University provides quality educational programs, within a caring Christian academic community, which challenge the individual student to excel in scholarship, leadership, and service in a diverse global society. VISION William Carey University is a community of learners which seeks to blend faith and learning with living. Within this unique and challenging environment students prepare to fulfill their diverse callings in the larger global community. William Carey University ii MSN Graduate Student Handbook 2017-2018 Rev.– 8 17pb INTRODUCTION This handbook is prepared as a resource for students enrolled in the Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Education and Administration (PhD), Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Education (DNP-PhD), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Master of Science in Healthcare Administration and Education (MS-HAE, Doctor of Philosophy in Healthcare Administration and Education (PhD-HAE), Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD), and the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) programs at William Carey University. It contains information regarding the policies and procedures that govern and guide graduate students and faculty. Policies and procedures are updated regularly and are approved by the William Carey University Board of Trustees. Any changes made are communicated to students through email, Canvas, announcements in class, or by other means deemed necessary by the faculty or administration of the College of Health Sciences or University. Students are also advised to consult the University Graduate Academic Catalog. TABLE OF CONTENTS School of Nursing Graduate Student Handbook Master of Science in Nursing Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Administration and Education Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Education Health Administration and Education Graduate Student Handbook Master of Science in Health Administration and Education Doctor of Philosophy in Health Administration and Education Doctor of Pharmacy Student Handbook Doctor of Physical Therapy Student Handbook William Carey University iii MSN Graduate Student Handbook 2017-2018 Rev.– 8 17pb WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY College of Health Sciences Joseph and Nancy Fail School of Nursing GRADUATE STUDENT HANDBOOK 2020-2022 Approved by the Board of Trustees on 04/23/2020 1 This handbook does not constitute a contract between WCU and its students. The plans, policies, and procedures described in this handbook are subject to change by the University at any time. Failure to read this handbook and other sources of regulations governing college life at WCU does not excuse the student from the requirements and regulations described therein. This edition of the handbook does repeal and supersede all previous editions of the handbook. 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Academic Course Load/Curriculum Description ............................................................... 1 Academic Standing ............................................................................................................. 2 Academic Integrity .............................................................................................................. 3 Admissions Criteria ............................................................................................................ 4 Admission Status ................................................................................................................ 5 Advisement.......................................................................................................................... 5 Americans with Disabilities Act ......................................................................................... 6 Attendance and Preparation ................................................................................................ 6 Bookstore ............................................................................................................................ 9 Canvas…………………………………………………………………………………….9 Clinical Coursework ............................................................................................................ 9 Compliance Documents………………………………………………………………….10 Computer Technology Requirements................................................................................ 12 Comprehensive Examination ............................................................................................ 12 Contracting Clinical Practicum for MSN Students ........................................................... 13 Criminal Background Check ............................................................................................. 13 Degree Application .......................................................................................................... 14 Dismissal/Withdrawal ....................................................................................................... 14 Dissertation Process for PhD Students…………………………………………...………15 Drug Testing ...................................................................................................................... 15 Evaluation of Faculty and Courses by Students ................................................................ 15 Exit Interview Policy ......................................................................................................... 15 Extended Disaster Leave .................................................................................................. 16 Graduate Student Role ..................................................................................................... 16 i Grievance Procedure ......................................................................................................... 16 Health Policies .................................................................................................................. 17 HIPAA……………………………………………………………………………………18 Incident Reports ............................................................................................................... 18 Incomplete Admission....................................................................................................... 18 Incomplete Progression ..................................................................................................... 18 Late Assignment Policy .................................................................................................... 18 Length of Program ........................................................................................................... 18 Library .............................................................................................................................. 19 Licensure ........................................................................................................................... 19 Malpractice Insurance ....................................................................................................... 19 Nondiscrimination Policy .................................................................................................. 19 Philosophy ......................................................................................................................... 20 Program Accreditation ...................................................................................................... 24 Progression ........................................................................................................................ 24 Release of Student Information ......................................................................................... 24 Transfer Credit ................................................................................................................. 25 Uniform/Professional Dress Policy ................................................................................... 25 Upsilon Theta Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau...................................................................... 26 ii ACADEMIC COURSE LOAD/ CURRICULUM DESCRIPTION The Master of Science in Nursing degree is designed for registered nurses who are seeking advanced preparation and leadership roles. The nurse educator concentration prepares graduates to assume faculty roles in nursing education at the pre-licensure program levels or roles in staff development in healthcare settings. In the program, graduates participate in clinical experiences in selected settings and in teaching environments. Graduates begin preparation to become eligible for national specialty certification as a certified nurse educator (CNE). Students will be eligible to take the certification exam upon graduation and after meeting the eligibility criteria. The Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Education and Administration degree is designed to be completed in two or three years. Students may attend on a part-time basis but the course of study must be completed within six years of initial enrollment. The program is presented