PCHCS Handbook 2023-2024

Department of Speech-Language Pathology 262
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Speech-Language and Communication Disorders 262
Academic Calendar 262
Academic Progression 262
Grading Policies 262
Attendance 263
Academic Advising 263
Transfer Credits 263
Add/Drop 263
Withdraw from Course 263
Incomplete Coursework 263
President’s List, Dean’s List, and Graduation with Honors 264
NSU Email Policy 264
Textbooks 264
Student Grievance Policy 264
Community Relations 264
Master of Science (M.S.) in Speech-Language Pathology Program 264
Program Outcomes 264
New Student Orientation 265
Instructional Delivery System 265
Dress Code 265
Academic Promotions and Progression 266
Grading Policies, Procedures, and Course Failures 266
Withdrawal from an Academic Course 267
Withdrawal from a Clinical Course/Placement 267
Incomplete Grades 267
Course Failure 268
Academic Warning 268
Academic Probation 268
Dismissal 268
Student Conduct 269
International Students 269
Transfer of Credit 269
Program Requirements Regarding the SLP Praxis Examination and Capstone 270
Course Load and Program Completion Time Line 270
Computer Requirements 270
Telecommunications: SharkMail and Internet Access Account 271
Photographs, Recordings 271
Clinical Experience and Placement 271
Student Organizations 272
Council of Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) 272
Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP.D.) 272
Credit Transfer 272
Attendance 272
Continuous Enrollment 273
Add/Drop Period 273
Continuing Services 274
Academic Withdrawals 274
Withdrawal from a Course 274
Grading Policies and Procedures 274
Retake Policy, Student Progress, Academic Probation, and Dismissal 275
Incomplete Grades 275
Applied Dissertation 275
Continuing Dissertation Services 276
Winter Institute 276
Dress Code 277
Online Course Access, Canvas, and NSU Email 277
Appendix 279
NSU Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus Map 280
Department of Physician Assistant 252
Fort Lauderdale 252
Dress Code 252
Academic Promotions and Progression 252
Grading Policies and Procedures 252
Incomplete Coursework 253
Academic Advising 253
Clinical Rotations 253
Additional Specific Policies 254
Fort Myers 254
Dress Code 254
Physical Exam (Physical Diagnosis) Lab Attire 255
Jewelry, Body Piercing, and Tattoos 255
Academic Promotions and Progression 255
Grading Policies and Procedures 255
Incomplete Coursework 256
Clinical Rotations 256
Orlando 256
Dress Code 256
Academic Promotions and Progression 257
Grading Policies and Procedures 257
Incomplete Coursework 258
Clinical Rotations 258
Additional Specific Policies 258
Jacksonville 258
Dress Code 259
Academic Promotions and Progression 259
Grading Policies and Procedures 260
Incomplete Coursework 260
Clinical Rotations 260
Additional Specific Policies 261
Department of Physical Therapy 242
Professional D.P.T. Programs—Fort Lauderdale and Tampa Bay 242
Background Checks 242
Health and Vaccine Requirements 242
Academic Promotions and Progression 242
Grading Policies and Procedure 242
Incomplete Coursework 244
Conferences and Community Service Requirements 244
Submission of Assignments 244
Withdrawal 244
Professional D.P.T. Program—Fort Lauderdale 244
Attendance 244
Academic Progression 244
Communication with Faculty Members 245
Professional D.P.T. Program—Fort Lauderdale Student Dress Code 245
Professional D.P.T. Program—Tampa Bay 245
Attendance 245
Academic Progression 245
Communication with Administration and Faculty and Staff Members 246
Professional D.P.T. Program—Tampa Bay Student Dress Code— Dressing Strategically 246
On-Campus Institutes for Professional D.P.T. Students 247
Scheduling of Remediation Examinations After Course Failures 247
Course, Instructor, Guest Instructor, and Lab Assistant Evaluations 247
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physical Therapy 248
Textbooks 248
Web Access and Registration: SharkLink, Email/Webmail, Canvas, and Self-Service Banner 248
Computer Services 248
Travel, Housing, and Parking 248
Student ID Cards: The SharkCard 248
On-Campus Component 248
Academic Advising and Administrative Support 249
Grading Policies and Procedures 249
Administrative Withdrawals 249
Suspension/Dismissal 250
Academic Promotion 250
Incomplete Coursework 250
Comprehensive Examination 250
Dissertation 250
Department of Occupational Therapy 218
Master of Occupational Therapy (M.O.T.)—Fort Lauderdale 218
Accreditation, National Examinations, and Licensure 218
Grading Policies and Procedures 218
Tuition Credit Policy—Voluntary Drops and Withdrawal 218
President’s List and Dean’s List 218
Academic Promotions and Progression 218
Incomplete Coursework 219
Fieldwork Experiences 219
Attendance 220
Academic Advising and Professional Development 221
Essential Functions 221
Dress Code 221
Professional Membership 221
Professional Engagement 221
Mobile Device Use 222
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (O.T.D.)—Fort Lauderdale 222
Accreditation, National Examinations, and Licensure (Applicant Program) 222
Academic Promotions and Progression 222
Grading Policies and Procedures 223
Remediation/Retake Policy, if Applicable 223
Participation in Research Project 224
Submission of Assignments 224
Incomplete Coursework 224
Conference Attendance and Service-Learning Requirements 224
Mobile Device Use 225
Email 225
Student Identification Cards: The SharkCard 225
Academic Advising and Administrative Support 225
Essential Functions 225
Authorship Credit and Order Guidelines and Policy 226
Participation in Fieldwork Experiences and Doctoral Capstone 227
Professional Membership 228
Textbooks 229
Postprofessional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (Dr.O.T.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Occupational Therapy 229
Academic Promotions and Progression 229
Grading Policies and Procedures 229
Incomplete Coursework 229
Authorship Credit and Order Guidelines and Policy 230
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (O.T.D.)—Tampa Bay 231
Accreditation, National Examinations, and Licensure 231
Academic Promotions and Progression 231
Grading Policies and Procedures 232
President’s List and Dean’s List 232
Remediation/Retake Policy, if Applicable 232
Participation in the Virtual Learning Environment of the Blended (Hybrid) O.T.D. Program—Tampa Bay 233
Participation During On-Campus Institutes 233
Participation in Research Project 233
Attendance 234
Submission of Assignments 234
Assignment Resubmission 234
Incomplete Coursework 234
Conference Attendance and Service-Learning Requirements 234
Computer Requirements, Proficiency, and Services 235
Mobile Device Use 235
Travel, Housing, and Parking 235
Student Identification Cards: The SharkCard 235
Academic Advising and Administrative Support 235
Essential Functions 236
Authorship Credit and Order Guidelines and Policy 237
Participation in Fieldwork Experiences and Doctoral Capstone Experience 238
Professional Membership 240
Textbooks 240
Department of Health Science 174
Departmental Policies for Online Health Science Degree Programs 174
Course Registration and Self-Service Banner 174
Online Course Access and Canvas 174
Email and Course Communication 174
Academic Advising and Administrative Support 175
Commencement Ceremonies 175
Departmental Policies for All Health Science Programs 175
Textbooks 175
Incomplete Coursework 175
Student Code of Conduct, Academic Dishonesty, Committee on Student Progress, and Student Disciplinary/Appeals Policies and Procedures 175
Bachelor of Health Science (B.H.Sc.)—Online Degree Completion Program 176
Academic Promotions and Progression 176
Academic Warning 176
Attendance 176
Grading Policies and Procedures 176
Transfer Credits 177
Assessment of Prior Experiences for Academic Credit 178
Academic Advising and Administrative Support 179
Textbooks 179
Add/Drop 179
Withdrawal from a Course 179
Continuous Enrollment 179
Administrative Withdrawals 179
Email 179
Course Registration and Self-Service Banner 180
Online Course Access and Canvas 180
Online Student Center—Program and Course Communication 180
Nondegree-Seeking Students 180
Bachelor of Science—Cardiovascular Sonography (B.S.—CVS) 181
Academic Promotions and Progression 181
Retake/Repeat/Remediation 182
Grading Policies and Procedures 183
Incomplete Coursework 183
Dress Code 184
Clinical Externships and Assignment 185
Duties and Expectations in Clinical Externships 186
Clinical Extension of Program 186
Electronic Communications 187
Computer Requirements 187
Training Laboratory 187
Online Course Access, Canvas, and NSU Email 189
Concurrent Master of Health Science Option 189
Bachelor of Science—Medical Sonography (B.S.—MS) 189
Program Objectives—Minimum Expectations 189
Academic Calendar 189
Academic Promotions and Progression 190
Retake/Repeat/Remediation 191
Medical Sonography Program Required Hours 192
Grading Policies and Procedures 192
Incomplete Coursework 193
Dress Code 193
Clinical Externships 194
Electronic Communications 196
Clinical Site Requirements 196
Training Laboratory 196
Accreditation 197
Course Registration and Self-Service Banner 198
Online Course Access and Canvas 198
Bachelor of Science—Medical Sonography/Master of Health Science (B.S.—MS/M.H.Sc.) 198
Academic Calendar 198
Academic Promotions and Progression 198
Retake/Repeat/Remediation 199
Grading Policies and Procedures 201
Incomplete Coursework 201
Dress Code 201
Clinical Externships 203
Electronic Communications 205
Clinical Site Requirements 205
Training Laboratory 205
Accreditation 206
Course Registration and Self-Service Banner 207
Online Course Access and Canvas 207
Master of Health Science (M.H.Sc.) Program 207
Attendance 207
Grading Policies and Procedures 208
Requirements for Graduation 208
Retake Policy 209
Credit Transfer 209
Continuous Enrollment 209
Continuing Services 209
Certificate Programs 209
Accelerated Dual-Degree Master of Health Science (M.H.Sc.)/ Doctor of Health Science (D.H.Sc.) Program 210
Course Requirements for Awarding the M.H.Sc. Degree in the Accelerated Dual-Degree Program 210
Accelerated Dual-Degree Master of Health Science (M.H.Sc.)/Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Health Science Program 211
Course Requirements for Awarding the M.H.Sc Degree in the Accelerated Dual-Degree Program 211
Doctor of Health Science (D.H.Sc.) Program 211
Attendance 211
Continuous Enrollment 211
Continuing Service 212
Grading Policies and Procedures 212
Retake Policy, Student Progress, Academic Probation, and Dismissal 212
Credit Transfer 212
Online Student Center 212
Certificate Programs 213
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Health Science Program 213
Credit Transfer 213
Attendance 213
Continuous Enrollment 213
Continuing Services 214
Academic Withdrawals 214
Withdrawal from a Course 214
Grading Policies and Procedures 214
Retake Policy, Student Progress, Academic Probation, and Dismissal 215
Incomplete Coursework 215
Comprehensive Examination 215
Policy on Examinations Reviews 217
Department of Health and Human Performance 170
Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science Minor in Exercise Science Master of Science in Sports Science 170
National Recognition 170
Academic Calendar 170
Academic Progression 170
Grading Policies 170
Attendance 171
Clinical and Practicum Experience 171
Academic Advising 171
Textbooks 172
Professional Dress Code 172
Student Grievance Policy 172
Community Relations 172
Retention and Remediation Policy 172
Withdrawal 172
Department of Cardiopulmonary Sciences 164
Palm Beach 164
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Respiratory Therapy— Postprofessional 164
Academic Promotions and Progression 164
Academic Warning 164
Attendance 164
Grading Policies and Procedures 164
Assessment of Prior Experiences for Academic Credit 165
Academic Advising and Administrative Support 165
Textbooks 166
Add/Drop 166
Withdrawal from a Course 166
Administrative Withdrawals 166
Course Registration and SharkLink 166
Online Course Access and Canvas 166
Online Student Center—Program and Course Communication 166
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Respiratory Therapy— First-Professional 167
Grading Policy 167
Academic and Clinical Promotion 167
Retake/Repeat/Remediation 167
Course Failures/Remediation 168
Academic Advisers 168
Dress Code 168
Clinical Rotations 169
Department of Audiology 158
Academic Promotions and Progression 158
Grading Policies, Procedures, and Course Failures 159
Withdrawal from a Course 160
Incomplete Coursework 160
Accreditation Compliance 160
Clinical Experience and Placement 161
Affiliation Policy 162
Attendance 162
Essential Functions of the Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) Student 162
Department of Anesthesia 150
Master of Science (M.S.) in Anesthesia— Fort Lauderdale, Tampa Bay, Jacksonville, and Denver 150
Grading Policies and Procedures 150
Policy on Returning Examinations 150
Advanced Placement and Transfer of Credits 150
Academic Promotions and Progression 151
Retake/Repeat/Remediation 151
Academic Warning/Probation/Dismissal 152
Withdrawal 152
Clinical Rotations 152
Jewelry, Body Piercing, and Tattoos 153
Electronic Communications 153
Additional Specific Policies 153
Graduate Certificate in Pre-Anesthesiologist Assistant Studies (Pre-AA Certificate) 153
Academic Promotions and Progression 154
Graduate Certificate in Pre-Anesthesiologist Assistant Studies (Pre-AA Certificate) 154
Attendance 154
Grading Policies and Procedures 154
Incomplete Coursework 155
Department of Speech-Language Pathology 148
Department of Physician Assistant 148
Department of Occupational Therapy 147
Department of Health Science 147
Department of Health and Human Performance 146
Department of Audiology 146
Accreditation, National Examinations, and Licensure 142
Department of Anesthesia 142
Department of Audiology 143
Department of Cardiopulmonary Sciences 143
Department of Health Science 143
Department of Occupational Therapy 144
Occupational Therapy Program—Fort Lauderdale 144
Occupational Therapy Program—Tampa Bay 145
Department of Physical Therapy 145
Department of Physician Assistant 145
Department of Speech-Language Pathology 145
Behavioral Standards 139
Dress Code 139
Classroom Behavior 140
Netiquette 140
Drug Screening 141
Drug Policy—Zero Tolerance 141
Drug Testing Policy 141
Student Appeals 137
Policy and Procedure 137
Appeals Committee Responsibilities 137
Appeals Committee Membership 138
Hearings Protocol and Procedure 138
Appeals Committee Hearing Process 139
Notification of the Appeals Committee Decision 139
Examinations and Grading 127
Policy on Returning Examinations 127
Grading System 127
Transcript Notations 128
Grade Disputes 128
Academic Affairs 115
Requirements for Graduation 115
Attendance 125
General Guidelines 125
Student Responsibility for Missed Assignments 125
Faculty Member Responsibility for Missed Assignments 125
Clinical Rotations, Experiences, Placements, Fieldwork, or Externship 125
Promptness 125
Academic Advising 126
Email Accounts 126
Computer Requirements and Recommendations 126
Internet Service Provider 126
Audio and Videotaping 127
Yearly Fees and Expenses (fees subject to change) 114
Program Directors 112
Department Chairs 112
Administration 111
HPD Policies and Procedures 100
Acceptance of Professional Fees 100
Background Checks 100
Health Forms Requirements 101
Certificate of Physical Examination 101
Immunization Requirements 101
Urine Drug Screen 102
Dress Code 103
Food in the Lecture Halls, Laboratories, and Clinics 103
Identification Requirements and Fieldwork Prerequisites 103
Email 103
Notices, Messages, and Posters 103
Parking Lot/Garage 104
Photographs and Recordings 104
Postexposure Policies and Procedures 104
Return of University Property 105
Security Checks 105
Social Events and Extracurricular Activities 105
Student Assistance Program 105
Student Employment 107
Student Insurance Requirement 107
Affirmative Opt-Out Required 107
Cell Phones, Computers, Tablets, and Electronic Devices 108
Visitors 108
Visits to Other Institutions 108
Student Lounge/Student Area 99
Computer Laboratories 99
Lost and Found 99
Tampa Bay Regional Campus Library 98
Martin and Gail Press Health Professions Division Library 96
Short-Term Preloans 96
Tuition Credit Policy—Voluntary Drops and Withdrawals 95
Charges and Payments 95
Building Hours 95
Accreditation 92
Deans 91
Colleges and Academic Units 90
University Administrators 88
NSU Resources and Administrative Offices 76
ATMs 76
Bookstore 76
Campus Shuttle 76
Enrollment Management and Student Affairs (EMSA) 77
Center for Academic and Professional Success 77
Center for Student Counseling and Well-Being 77
Office of Campus Life and Student Engagement 78
Office of International Affairs 78
Office of Recreation and Wellness 79
Office of Residence Life 79
Office of Student Academic Services 79
Office of Student Affairs at the Regional Campuses 79
Office of Student Affairs Marketing 80
Office of Student Conduct 80
Office of Student Disability Services 80
Office of Student Leadership and Civic Engagement 80
Office of Undergraduate Admissions 81
Student Activity Fee Accounts Office 81
Tutoring and Testing Center 81
Office of Student Financial Assistance 81
Office of the University Bursar 81
Office of the University Registrar 82
One-Stop Shop 82
Mako Media Network 82
Military Affairs Veterans Resource Center 82
NSU Alumni Association 82
NSU Athletics 83
NSU Health 83
Student Medical Center 83
NSU Public Safety Department 84
Office of Innovation and Information Technology 85
Office of University Housing 85
SharkCard Services 85
SharkPrint 86
Shark Dining Services 86
Title IX/Sexual Misconduct 86
University Libraries 87
Wireless Networking 87
Writing and Communication Center (WCC) 87
Code of Student Conduct and Academic Responsibility 28
Academic Standards 29
Academic Inactivity Policy 30
Conduct Standards 31
NSU University-Wide Religious Holiday Policy 31
NSU Interfaith Work-Restricted Religious Holiday Calendar 32
A. General Administrative Policies and Guidelines 34
A.1 Alcohol Policy 34
A.2 Appropriate Conduct and Consensual Relationships Policy 36
A.3 Drug-Free Schools and Campuses 36
A.4 Excused Absences for Participation in Cocurricular Activities 37
A.5 Flexibility in Policies 38
A.6 Health Policies 38
A.7 Holds on Student Records 40
A.8 Image Use Statement 40
A.9 Indebtedness to the University 41
Force Majeure 41
University Fees 42
A.10 Leave of Absence Policy 42
A.11 International Travel Registration Requirement and Program 43
A.12 Jurisdiction of University Policies and Procedures 43
A.13 Off-Campus Residency 43
A.14 Student Organization Rights and Responsibilities 43
A.15 University Computer and Telecommunications Use Policy 44
A.16 University Copyright and Patent Policy 48
A.17 University Title IX/Sexual Misconduct Policy 48
B. Specific Conduct Violations 48
B.1 Alcoholic Beverages 48
B.2 Animals 49
B.3 Assault/Violence 50
B.4 Bribery 50
B.5 Cheating 50
B.6 Complicity 50
B.7 Contracting on Behalf of the University 50
B.8 Damage or Vandalism to Property 50
B.9 Dangerous Items 50
B.10 Disorderly Conduct 51
B.11 Distributing or Posting Printed Media 51
B.12 Drugs, Drug Paraphernalia 51
B.13 Emergency Equipment and Procedures 52
B.14 Facilitating Academic Dishonesty 52
B.15 Failure to Disclose Criminal Offenses 52
B.16 False Information (Including Fabrication, Fraud, and Falsification of Records) 52
B.17 Fire 53
B.18 Gambling and/or Games of Chance 53
B.19 Guests 53
B.20 Harassment or Harm to Others 53
B.21 Hate-Based Conduct Violations 54
B.22 Hazing 54
B.23 Health and Safety 54
B.24 Identification Cards 55
B.25 Interference with University Investigations, Disciplinary Proceedings, or Records 55
B.26 Lake Swimming 55
B.27 Littering/Projecting Objects 55
B.28 Misuse of Computers or Telecommunications (Technology) 56
B.29 Noise 56
B.30 Online/Internet Social Networking Usage 56
B.31 Parking and Motor Vehicle Policy 56
B.32 Plagiarism 57
B.33 RecWell Center Policies and Procedures 57
B.34 Removal or Ejection from a University-Sponsored Event 57
B.35 Requests or Orders 57
B.36 University Housing and Residence Life Policies and Procedures 57
B.37 Retaliation 57
B.38 Smoking/Tobacco-Free Policy 57
B.39 Solicitation 58
B.40 Stalking 58
B.41 Fraternity and Sorority Life Manual/Policies 58
B.42 Theft or Unauthorized Possession 58
B.43 Unauthorized Entry 59
B.44 Unauthorized Possession of University Property 59
B.45 Unauthorized Recording 59
B.46 Video and/or Audio Copyright Violation 59
B.47 Violation of Disciplinary Status/Conditions 59
B.48 Worthless Checks 59
C. University Title IX/Sexual Misconduct Policy 60
D. University Disciplinary Procedures 61
D.1 Introduction 61
D.2 Judicial Conference 64
D.3 Administrative Judicial Proceeding 67
D.4 University Title IX/Sexual Misconduct Disciplinary Procedures 69
E. Additional Grievance Procedures Available 70
E.1 Grievance Procedure for Discrimination Based on Disability 70
E.2 Nonacademic Grievance Procedure 75
Statement on Student Rights and Responsibilities 23
University Equal Opportunity/Nondiscrimination Policy 23
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) 25
Release of Student Information 26
Conduct Notifications 26
Deceased Student Records 26
Health Care Privacy (HIPAA) Statement 27
Degree Conferral Policy 27
University Vision Statement, Mission Statement, and Core Values 18
Vision 2025 Statement 18
Mission Statement 18
NSU Core Values 19
Foreword/Reservation of Power 16
Foreword 16
Reservation of Power 17
Academic Standing 129
Transcripts 129
Course Failures 129
Academic Withdrawal from a Course/Program 129
Leave from Studies 130
1. Leave of Absence 130
2. Administrative Break in Enrollment 130
President’s List 131
Dean’s List 131
Graduation with Honors 131
Committee on Student Progress (CSP) 131
Process and Procedure 131
Academic Warning/Probation/Dismissal 132
Academic Honesty Policy and Procedure 133
Disciplinary Warning/Probation/Suspension/Dismissal 134
Course Remediation Cost 136
Course Remediation—Applies to Professional Programs Only 136
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