Academics
Academic Policies
Attendance
Regular and prompt attendance at all classes and clinical experiences is expected of students. The absence policy for each course is available to the student at the beginning of each course. Make-up assignments may be required and may be at additional cost to the student. Excessive absences may lead to dismissal from the course.
Grading
A grade of 75 (C) or better must be achieved in all courses required in Our Lady of Lourdes curriculum to remain in the program.
Following acceptance into the Cooperative Our Lady of Lourdes Nursing program, the first year courses must be completed within two (2) years. The total program must be completed in five (5) years. If accepted directly into Nursing I, the program must be completed in three (3) years.
The nursing course grade of the student is based on examination results, class, and conference participation, and the character of his/her performance in the clinical area. Examinations may be written, oral and/or practical.
A letter grade will be used for all nursing class grades. The grading system is as follows:
| Theory | Clinical Practice |
| A = 90 - 100 | Pass = Independent, Supervised, or Assisted Ratings |
| B = 80- 89 | or |
| C = 75- 79 | Fail = Marginal or Dependent Ratings |
| F = 0 - 74 | |
| I = Incomplete Incomplete must be removed before next nursing course begins. |
Students must maintain a minimum grade of 75 (C) in theory and a Pass rating (Independent, Supervised or Assisted) in Clinical Practice to pass a nursing course. A Marginal or Dependent rating in any area on the Clinical Evaluation at the end of a course will result in a clinical failure. Only one (1) clinical nursing course may be repeated. No more than one (1) semester may lapse prior to re-entering that course.
Please refer to the Camden County College catalogue for academic regulations for the college courses.
Records of grades are available at mid-semester and upon completion of each course.
Graduation Eligibility
Eligibility for the Diploma in Nursing and the Associate in Science degree is dependent on fulfillment of all academic and financial requirements prior to completion of the academic year. The individual student is responsible for successfully completing all courses and requirements necessary for graduation. The student is required to enroll in a NCLEX-RN review course, at their own expense, for satisfactory completion of the program. Graduates are encouraged to attend graduation exercises at Camden County College.
Student Privacy Rights
We observe the privacy rights of students as prescribed by The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (PL 93-568). Policies regarding students' rights and responsibilities are provided in the student handbooks for both the School of Nursing and for Camden County College.
Withdrawal From Course
Once the drop/add period has passed, a student must withdraw from a course. Students withdrawing from a course must recognize that it may impact their progression through the program due to course pre and co requisites. At the point the student withdraws from a course, they must be passing in order to repeat it without penalty. Otherwise, it will be considered an unsuccessful completion of the course. Withdrawals from School of Nursing courses are limited to one (1) per course without penalty. Withdrawals that would result in program completion beyond the prescribed time will not be approved.
Withdrawal From Program
A student planning to withdraw from the program must submit a letter of resignation to the School of Nursing, and complete the required form available at the Office of Records and Registration at the College, or at the Coordinator of Student Affairs Office in the School of Nursing, and meet with the Dean of the School of Nursing or designee. Clearance must be obtained from the Camden County College Learning Resource Center, the Business Office, Financial Aid Office, the Registrar, the bookstore, and the Nursing School Library. No student will receive an honorable dismissal or be entitled to a transcript of credits earned unless he/she has settled all outstanding obligations. A student who fails to follow the prescribed procedure will not be recommended to another institution.
Any student who leaves the program is required to turn in his/her student identification badge and MAK cards to the Dean's Administrative Assistant. Students intending to re-apply need to follow the Readmission process.
Refunds for Approved Withdrawal
Refund Schedule dates are available each semester as part of the Camden County College and Our Lady of Lourdes School of Nursing academic calendars. These calendars are posted on the individual school's website.
Readmission
Students who have withdrawn from the program or have been on Leave of Absence for more than one (1) academic year may request readmission.
A letter requesting readmission should be sent to the Coordinator of Student Affairs. The request will be reviewed by the Admission, Promotion, and Graduation Committee. The decision to readmit the student will include a current criminal history background check and urine drug screening, consideration of past performance in the program, and space in the class. The student will be informed in writing of the Committee's decision. Students repeating a course must pay the course retake fee.
Registered Nurse Licensure Application
Application for RN licensure by NCLEX (National Council of Licensing Examination) is the graduate's responsibility. It is the responsibility of the applicant to be aware of the New Jersey Nurse Practice Act 45:11-26, which outlines the eligibility criteria for licensure application. The New Jersey Board of Nursing (N.J.A.C. 13: 37-1.8) requires a criminal background check as a prerequisite to licensure as a registered professional nurse.
