Progression/Retention Policies

To remain in good standing once admitted to the clinical nursing program, the student must:

1. Adhere to all WSCC, nursing department, and clinical agencies policies.

2. Earn a "C" or better in each required nursing and biology course and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0.

3. Satisfactorily complete the theory, clinical and/or skills requirements of each nursing course. A grade of "D" or "F" in theory will result in a grade of "F" for clinical. An unsatisfactory in clinical will result in a grade of "F" for the entire course.

4. Exhibit safe clinical behavior.

5. Demonstrate professional, ethical and legal conduct.

6. Maintain professional liability insurance.

7. Maintain a current professional CPR.

8. Complete BIOL 2510/2511 (Microbiology and lab) with a minimum grade of "C" before progressing into the third semester of clinical nursing.

9. Submit to a drug test if requested by the dean of Health Programs or director of Nursing at any time during the program. A positive drug test is grounds for immediate dismissal.

10. Have a yearly comprehensive health exam and submit the required form to the director of Nursing by the designated date.

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