Students must attend all classes regularly and arrive punctually. In the event of illness or inability to attend, the student must notify the school in writing, presenting valid and verifiable excuse. Tardiness is defined as arrival to class 15 minutes after the scheduled class time. Two days of unexcused tardiness per semester may be grounds for dismissal. The determination of excused or unexcused absences or tardiness shall be at the administration's discretion. A student may be dismissed for excessive unexcused absences, i.e., 2 or more consecutive or 3 or more non-consecutive per semester. Upon re-admission to class, the student must make up lost instruction time to the satisfaction of the instructor and the Director.
Attendance at Clinical Site
Students must attend all assigned clinical sites. "Introduction to Midwifery" students will observe a minimal number of clinical shifts, as well as some labors. Midwifery Assistant students will generally attend a minimum of 1 clinical shift per week and be on call for births on scheduled days and nights. Senior Midwifery Studies Students must work 2 clinical shifts per week and be on call for births on scheduled days/nights.
Drugs and Alcohol
Drugs and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited on school premises. Student intoxication with drugs or alcohol during class or clinical hours will not be tolerated and is grounds for immediate expulsion.
Respect for Property
Students will be responsible and pay for all property destroyed or damaged. Vandalism will result in immediate expulsion and contract termination without recourse or appeal. All students must keep work areas clean. Class will be dismissed only after the classrooms or work areas are inspected.
Proper Decorum and Behavior
Students must conduct themselves in class with proper decorum, respect and attention to the instructors. Instructors are the final arbiters of proper classroom behavior. Disrespect to instructors is grounds for disciplinary action such as suspension or expulsion. Students will behave with courtesy and regard for other persons and school property.
Disciplinary Policy
Failure to cooperate with school rules and regulations will be considered reason for student suspension or expulsion. When a problem is identified, a verbal and written warning will be given to the student. If the problem persists, the student will meet with the Director. A probationary period may be assigned. At the end of the probationary period, if the problem has not been remedied, the student may be dismissed from the program. Students may be dismissed for any of the following reasons:
Failure to fulfill academic or financial requirements; attending classes or clinical experience under the influence of alcohol or drugs; intentional insubordination to faculty members or staff, behaving in any manner that may be harmful to the learning environment or reputation of the school. Students may appeal expulsion in writing within 72 hours to the Director. An appeal of expulsion will be reviewed by administration. In the absence of an appeal, the student's enrollment shall be considered terminated.
Student Complaint / Grievance Procedure
The International School of Midwifery endeavors to be responsive to the needs of its students. In the event that a complaint arises, students are expected to resolve such grievances in a constructive and appropriate manner. Most complaints are resolved on an informal basis. However, if necessary, students may pursue more formal channels by contacting the Director. If a settlement of grievances
cannot by reached, students may contact the Board of education, Commission for Independent
Education at: 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 1414; Tallahassee, FL 323989-0400. (850) 245-3200.
