2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook ● Health College Policies and Procedures Page 96 • Students who elect not to participate will be subject to standard disciplinary action in accordance with program directives. • Students choosing to participate must enroll in an intervention program approved or recognized by their respective college. • All costs associated with the intervention program (evaluation, intervention, monitoring, drug screening) and related services are the sole responsibility of the student. • The program and institution bear no financial obligation for intervention services. Status and Requirements During Intervention Students who elect to participate in the intervention will: • Be placed on Behavioral Probation. • Be required to take a 6 to 12-month administrative break from the program depending on: o Documented intervention participation. o Demonstrated progress in the intervention program. o Recommendations from the intervention provider. • Duration will be determined on an individualized basis, guided by safety and readiness for return. • Maintain continuous enrollment and active participation in the designated intervention program. • Comply with all intervention program requirements, including but not limited to: o Counseling sessions o Drug/alcohol screening o Case management or monitoring agreements • Provide documentation of compliance and progress from the intervention provider upon request. Conditions for Re-Entry Students seeking re-entry must: • Submit formal documentation verifying: o Successful participation in an intervention program. o Demonstrated stability. o Fitness for resuming all nursing program activities, including safe clinical practice (as determined by a qualified healthcare provider). • Provide evidence of negative drug screens, as required. • Meet with program leadership for a re-entry evaluation. • Agree to any ongoing monitoring conditions imposed by the program, at the student’s expense. Student Assistance Program The Student Assistance Program is managed by the NSU Dean of Students, or designee, in conjunction with each Office of Student Affairs within the colleges. The objective of the Student Assistance Program is to assist students in need of substance abuse services to 1) protect the public welfare and 2) encourage those students to pursue a life of recovery so they may regain and maintain physical and psychological health, as well as academic success at NSU. Students enrolled in a health college/program, and in need of substance abuse
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