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| SUBJECT: | Grading System | TITLE: |
Academic Warning |
| CODING: | 3.1.3 | ADOPTED: | 7/05 | AMENDED: | 5/08 |
I. PURPOSE
This policy describes the notification process for students making unsatisfactory progress.
II. ACCOUNTABILITY
The course instructor under the direction of the Program Director is responsible for this policy.
III. POLICY
All students are expected to achieve satisfactory levels of academic and clinical proficiency as stipulated by the individual SHRP programs for theory, laboratory and clinical practice.
Each program shall clearly inform students of the criteria for satisfactory performance in each course.
Students performing below satisfactory levels of proficiency as outlined by the program may receive a written warning notice before completion of course or module at the discretion of the program. The written warning states the problem(s), outlines those measures needed for improvement and sets a deadline for compliance, as well as an admonition to the students to seek academic counseling or assistance.
The course instructor shall forward copies of warnings to the program director or department chairperson.
Written warnings may be shared with the counselor in the Office of Student Services.
For notification requirements pertaining to a student’s academic progress, refer to Policy 3.1.2: Satisfactory Academic Progress.