Spring 2019 Course Syllabi

Course Outline Refer to course topical outline for course schedule, assignments, exams and a break-down of course grades. Relationship to Campus Theme The goal of the Caregiver Services Department is to prepare professionals to work in the caregiver industry and provide an educational continuum for degree advancement. The Caregiver Department is committed to a hands-on learning environment and uses field experiences in caregiving settings as common instructional techniques. Classroom Policies Assessment Methods- Each unit includes an exam and must be passed with a minimum score of 85%. Units, which include theory, must be successfully completed prior to the clinical portion of the course. Instructor will demonstrate lab skills during the lab portion of class. Student will need to practice all skills and can submit a recorded re-demonstration of skills for feedback. A final, face-to-face, graded re- demonstration will be required for all North Dakota students in order to obtain medication aide registration. A passing grade of 90% will be required on the clinical skills checklist. Grading Policy Class grade will be calculated by dividing total points earned by total points possible and grades will be assigned according to the following: A= 100-90% B= 89-80% C = 79- 70% D= 69-60% F= 59-0% Any late assignments or quizzes will be reduced by 10% per day unless prior exception granted by instructor or extenuating circumstances. Late exams will be reopened only with extenuating circumstances per instructor's discretion. Academic Integrity Students will be required to use a proctor for the course final. No notes, internet or books will be allowed in the final exam. Any student not complying with the proctor policy will receive a failing grade in the course. Students are responsible for personally completing all exams, assignments, and clinical hours. Disability Policy : Any students requiring accommodations should contact the Learning Center for assistance.