Rules of Courtesy
It is necessary to create positive, interpersonal
relationships between the Medical Center and all people of the
community it serves. A significant factor in achieving such
awareness is the importance of respect for individual dignity
and the need for courteous treatment of all persons regardless
of their race, ethnic, origin, or station in life.
Grading System, Examinations and Assigned Work
- The student’s performance will be evaluated in both the
classroom and the clinical areas.
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A grade of 78 OR
ABOVE IS CONSIDERED PASSING. Grades will not be rounded. A final
grade in any course of less than 78 will necessitate the
student's automatic withdrawal from the program.
Study, Lecture and Clinical Preparation Time
- The accelerated pace of coursework requires students to
take responsibility to plan for their learning.
- Students should discipline themselves to
spend a minimum of 2-4 hours per weekday for the required
preparation time, both class and clinical.
- A strong support system is very important in order to
permit students to devote necessary time for learning.
- Working is highly discouraged.
Computer Requirements
- Lecture preparation will require students to
access and obtain information from several computer programs via
internet.
The student must have basic computer skills, a good computer and
printer, and high quality internet connections.
The student must be able to download and print using Microsoft
Office Software (Word and Power Point) as well as Adobe Acrobat
Reader.
Transportation
- Each student is expected to make appropriate
transportation arrangements to be at the Medical Center for
class and clinical experience as the day and time schedule
indicates.
- Some clinical experiences necessitate that the student
travel away from the Medical Center campus. Each student
will be expected to be responsible for his/her own
transportation and expenses (i.e.-meals) as part of that
experience.
Dress Code
The dress code established by the School of Vocational
Nursing will be followed by each student for the period of time
they are enrolled in the program. A professional appearance is
imperative at all times.
Drug and Alcohol Policy
The School of Vocational Nursing, an entity of Valley Baptist
Medical Center (VBMC) and Valley Baptist Health System (VBHS) is
committed to the safety of it’s patients, visitors, employees,
and students; and therefore, will take appropriate precautions
to prevent injury and loss of life and/or property which may
result from VBMC Vocational Nursing student use of unlawful
drugs or alcohol.
