Progression in the nursing program is contingent upon the student:
- following policy set forth in the Nursing Program Handbook and A-B Tech student catalog.
- adhering to the course syllabus.
- demonstrating clinical skills commensurate with progress in the program and supportive of safe nursing practice.
- meeting all requirements as per the clinical affiliate contract.
- purchasing and maintaining all required materials.
- demonstrating professional behaviors as outlined in the ANA code of ethics, nursing student handbook, and college catalog.
- acknowledging the importance of personal integrity, trustworthiness, and honesty in nursing.
In addition, the NC Board of nursing administrative rule states that a student may not be able to progress in the nursing program if the student:
- presents physical or mental health problems that conflict with the safety essential to nursing practice or do not respond to treatment or counseling within a timeframe that enables meeting program objectives.
- demonstrates behavior that conflicts with the safety essential to nursing practice.
- fails to demonstrate professional behavior, including honesty, integrity, and appropriate use of social media, while in the nursing program of study.