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Effective Term:

Advanced Standing:

1. For this program, students may obtain credit for a maximum of 75% of program requirements by Transfer Credit, Advanced Placement, Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) or combination thereof.

2. Students who enter the Business Administration diploma program with a minimum grade of 73% in Accounting 12 (taken in British Columbia in the three years prior to starting the program) may receive credit for COMM 240. Processes as outlined in Policy 8614 will be adhered to.

3. During the entire time in the program, a student may only perform one PLA for a course already attempted at Selkirk College.

4. For more information, see Policy 8614: Advanced Standing.

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Re-Entry Instructions:

See Policy 8615: Standards of Academic Progress

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Assessment:

a) This Program uses Grading Table 1.

b) For COOP course, use the Competency Based grading table. To view all College grading tables, see Policy 8612: Grading.

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Grading Table:

Standard Academic and Career Programs

Types of Assessments:

a) Students are expected to complete the course outcomes independently and with original work unless specified otherwise by the instructor.

b) Students are assessed and graded for each course outcome as indicated in the respective course outline.

c) Exams, labs, group or individual projects, assignments, presentations, professionalism and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

d) Missed assignments and tests will receive a zero mark if not submitted. However, in some courses it may be mandatory to submit all assignments to an acceptable level and/or to write all exams in order to receive credit for the course.

e) Individual course outline may have other specific requirements for assignments, grades, and/or examinations.

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Program Specific Regulations:

Co-op Education

a) Co-operative education courses provide students with documented experience and possible designation based on the number of COOP courses taken. A co-op semester may be taken within a program or in the semester immediately after all academic courses have been completed.

b) Each co-op course consists of a minimum 420 working hours. A co-op course may occur in any of the three academic semesters (fall, winter, spring) and are recorded at 6 credits each.

c) Students can elect to take one or more COOP courses to augment their academic studies. COOP 101 can be used as an elective as described in the Part II.E.3 table. A maximum of 3 COOP credits can be applied towards program graduation requirements as listed in this document. COOP 101 may also be taken as additional credits to program course requirements.

d) Students should know that in a situation where co-op course credits are used to meet program graduation requirements, this may affect existing block transfer agreements and should consult with the receiving institution for details. Students will be required to acknowledge in writing this information with the COOP department.

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Eligibility

(i) Acceptance into one of the Business Administration diploma programs.

(ii) Completion of at least 15 credits at Selkirk College towards the Business Administration program with a minimum Program GPA of at least 2.33.

(iii) School Chair approval.

(iv) Follow Selkirk COOP Education requirements, process, and timelines.

(v) Successfully completes COOP Workplace Readiness Training.

(vi) Pay the COOP tuition fee.

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Co-op Designation

Students wishing to pursue a COOP designation on their credential must complete a minimum of 12 COOP credits in total, which comprises of COOP 101 and COOP 201.COOP 301 course is also available upon request.

Academic Courses while on a work term

Students are strongly discouraged from taking any academic courses while on a work term. Students must have COOP program and School Chair approval to pursue additional academic courses during a work term.

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Courses and Credits

A standard co-op term is equivalent to a 6-credit course and can be taken as an elective as described in Part II.E.3 table below. However, only a maximum of three credits can be applied to the Business Administration diploma program graduation requirements. COOP credits are not included in GPA calculation.

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Co-op education courses will provide students with documented, program relevant work experience that is recognized with a designation on their transcript.

Please refer to Policy 8370 Selkirk College Co-operative Education and Selkirk College Co-operative Education Procedures for additional information regarding Co-op Education at Selkirk College.

In order to receive your credential in your program, you must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

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Attendance:

Attendance and Punctuality Responsibilities

a) Punctual and regular attendance for scheduled classes, laboratory sessions and all of the scheduled learning activities is expected of all students.

b) Where absenteeism adversely affects a student’s progress and performance, behavioural probation and/or withdrawal from the program may result.

c) Students planning to be absent from class must notify or make prior arrangements with their instructor in advance. Instructors are not obligated to provide alternative instructional or assessments in order to accommodate student absences. Failure to notify the instructor may result in withdrawal from the course.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional attendance and punctuality requirements.

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Assignments:

1. Assignments

a) Students will normally receive at least one week notice of dates and times when assignments and/or tests are to be submitted and/or written.

b) If accepted, late assignments may be subject to penalty.

c) Students are normally expected to complete all assignments using a word processor, spreadsheet, or other computer application as applicable. See individual course outlines for specific requirements.

2. Examinations

a) In some courses, students must receive a passing grade on specified exams in order to pass the course. The details will be explained in the applicable course outlines.

b) Students may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements, with the appropriate instructor, for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.

c) Any alternate arrangements for final examinations must be approved by the School Chair or designate.

d) Tests and exams will ordinarily be retained by the instructor for no less than 6 months.

e) Students who have not completed all assigned work and exams must obtain the instructor's approval to write the final exam before the exam date. The instructor may require the student to prepare a plan for completion of outstanding work.

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Professional Requirements:

Student Conduct

a) Students are expected to behave in a professional manner while in class and on Moodle. This includes being respectful of and contributing to the learning environment in accordance with the student code of conduct. For additional information, see Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct-Rights and Responsibilities.

b) Students are expected to be prepared for all classes prior to entering the classroom. Assigned materials are to be completed by students; such materials and textbooks are not necessarily reviewed page by page in class by the instructor.

c) The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students who miss a class.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional professional requirements.

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Other Regulations:

PROBATION

1. If a student has a term or cumulative program GPA less than 2.00, the student will be placed on academic probation for at least the next semester.

2. The maximum number of semesters on Academic Probation, consecutive or otherwise is two (2). A student will be withdrawn from the program if they exceed the maximum.

3. Notwithstanding paragraph C.2 above, a student who fails to meet the requirements in the letter of probation may be required to withdraw from the course or program.

4. For additional information: See Policy 8619: Probation

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Cheating and Plagiarism See Policy 8618: Cheating and Plagiarism

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Effective Term:

Advanced Standing:

1. For this program, students may obtain credit for a maximum of 75% of program requirements by Transfer Credit, Advanced Placement, Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) or combination thereof.

2. Students who enter the Business Administration diploma program with a minimum grade of 73% in Accounting 12 (taken in British Columbia in the three years prior to starting the program) may receive credit for COMM 240. Processes as outlined in Policy 8614 will be adhered to.

3. During the entire time in the program, a student may only perform one PLA for a course already attempted at Selkirk College.

4. For more information, see Policy 8614: Advanced Standing.

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Re-Entry Instructions:

See Policy 8615: Standards of Academic Progress

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Assessment:

a) This Program uses Grading Table 1.

b) For COOP course, use the Competency Based grading table. To view all College grading tables, see Policy 8612: Grading.

.

Grading Table:

Standard Academic and Career Programs

Types of Assessments:

a) Students are expected to complete the course outcomes independently and with original work unless specified otherwise by the instructor.

b) Students are assessed and graded for each course outcome as indicated in the respective course outline.

c) Exams, labs, group or individual projects, assignments, presentations, professionalism and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

d) Missed assignments and tests will receive a zero mark if not submitted. However, in some courses it may be mandatory to submit all assignments to an acceptable level and/or to write all exams in order to receive credit for the course.

e) Individual course outline may have other specific requirements for assignments, grades, and/or examinations.

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Program Specific Regulations:

Co-op Education

a) Co-operative education courses provide students with documented experience and possible designation based on the number of COOP courses taken. A co-op semester may be taken within a program or in the semester immediately after all academic courses have been completed.

b) Each co-op course consists of a minimum 420 working hours. A co-op course may occur in any of the three academic semesters (fall, winter, spring) and are recorded at 6 credits each.

c) Students can elect to take one or more COOP courses to augment their academic studies. COOP 101 can be used as an elective as described in the Part II.E.3 table. A maximum of 3 COOP credits can be applied towards program graduation requirements as listed in this document. COOP 101 may also be taken as additional credits to program course requirements.

d) Students should know that in a situation where co-op course credits are used to meet program graduation requirements, this may affect existing block transfer agreements and should consult with the receiving institution for details. Students will be required to acknowledge in writing this information with the COOP department.

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Eligibility

(i) Acceptance into one of the Business Administration diploma programs.

(ii) Completion of at least 15 credits at Selkirk College towards the Business Administration program with a minimum Program GPA of at least 2.33.

(iii) School Chair approval.

(iv) Follow Selkirk COOP Education requirements, process, and timelines.

(v) Successfully completes COOP Workplace Readiness Training.

(vi) Pay the COOP tuition fee.

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Co-op Designation

Students wishing to pursue a COOP designation on their credential must complete a minimum of 12 COOP credits in total, which comprises of COOP 101 and COOP 201.COOP 301 course is also available upon request.

Academic Courses while on a work term

Students are strongly discouraged from taking any academic courses while on a work term. Students must have COOP program and School Chair approval to pursue additional academic courses during a work term.

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Courses and Credits

A standard co-op term is equivalent to a 6-credit course and can be taken as an elective as described in Part II.E.3 table below. However, only a maximum of three credits can be applied to the Business Administration diploma program graduation requirements. COOP credits are not included in GPA calculation.

.

Co-op education courses will provide students with documented, program relevant work experience that is recognized with a designation on their transcript.

Please refer to Policy 8370 Selkirk College Co-operative Education and Selkirk College Co-operative Education Procedures for additional information regarding Co-op Education at Selkirk College.

In order to receive your credential in your program, you must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

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Attendance:

Attendance and Punctuality Responsibilities

a) Punctual and regular attendance for scheduled classes, laboratory sessions and all of the scheduled learning activities is expected of all students.

b) Where absenteeism adversely affects a student’s progress and performance, behavioural probation and/or withdrawal from the program may result.

c) Students planning to be absent from class must notify or make prior arrangements with their instructor in advance. Instructors are not obligated to provide alternative instructional or assessments in order to accommodate student absences. Failure to notify the instructor may result in withdrawal from the course.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional attendance and punctuality requirements.

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Assignments:

1. Assignments

a) Students will normally receive at least one week notice of dates and times when assignments and/or tests are to be submitted and/or written.

b) If accepted, late assignments may be subject to penalty.

c) Students are normally expected to complete all assignments using a word processor, spreadsheet, or other computer application as applicable. See individual course outlines for specific requirements.

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2. Examinations

a) In some courses, students must receive a passing grade on specified exams in order to pass the course. The details will be explained in the applicable course outlines.

b) Students may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements, with the appropriate instructor, for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.

c) Any alternate arrangements for final examinations must be approved by the School Chair or designate.

d) Tests and exams will ordinarily be retained by the instructor for no less than 6 months.

e) Students who have not completed all assigned work and exams must obtain the instructor's approval to write the final exam before the exam date. The instructor may require the student to prepare a plan for completion of outstanding work.

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Professional Requirements:

1. Student Conduct

a) Students are expected to behave in a professional manner while in class and on Moodle. This includes being respectful of and contributing to the learning environment in accordance with the student code of conduct. For additional information, see Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct-Rights and Responsibilities.

b) Students are expected to be prepared for all classes prior to entering the classroom. Assigned materials are to be completed by students; such materials and textbooks are not necessarily reviewed page by page in class by the instructor.

c) The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students who miss a class.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional professional requirements.

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2. Student Conduct

a) Students are expected to behave in a professional manner while in class and on Moodle. This includes being respectful of and contributing to the learning environment in accordance with the student code of conduct. For additional information, see Policy 3400: Student Code of Conduct-Rights and Responsibilities.

b) Students are expected to be prepared for all classes prior to entering the classroom. Assigned materials are to be completed by students; such materials and textbooks are not necessarily reviewed page by page in class by the instructor.

c) The student is responsible for researching and obtaining notes of missed sessions. Instructors will not provide personal reviews to students who miss a class.

d) See individual course outlines for any additional professional requirements.

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Other Regulations:

PROBATION

1. If a student has a term or cumulative program GPA less than 2.00, the student will be placed on academic probation for at least the next semester.

2. The maximum number of semesters on Academic Probation, consecutive or otherwise is two (2). A student will be withdrawn from the program if they exceed the maximum.

3. Notwithstanding paragraph C.2 above, a student who fails to meet the requirements in the letter of probation may be required to withdraw from the course or program.

4. For additional information: See Policy 8619: Probation

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Cheating and Plagiarism See Policy 8618: Cheating and Plagiarism

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Effective Term:

Effective Year:

Advanced Standing:

1. ADVANCE OR TRANSFER CREDIT AND PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT

a) Transfer credit will be given for university transfer courses equivalent to Selkirk College courses, providing a grade of "C" or better was achieved.

b) Applications for transfer credit from other ECCE, SSW or EACSW programs will be reviewed with provincial articulation agreements and considered on an individual basis; applicants may be required to provide detailed course outlines.

2. PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT (PLA)

a) Advance credit in core program courses (i.e., SSW, ECCE, EACSW and HSER) may be granted by the School Chair or designate after evaluation of the applicant’s mastery of course objectives. See program specific guidelines for PLA.

b) Credit for Final Practicum will not be awarded through PLA in Human Services programs.

Re-Entry Instructions:

B. RE-ENTRY INSTRUCTION:

1. An application is required for enrolment in program courses in subsequent years.

2. Normally, students who must interrupt their program may apply for re-admission, within one year of departure, on the basis of the following priorities:

a) Students in good standing who interrupted their program for illness or other personal reasons.

b) Students who failed to meet program requirements for promotion.

c) Students transferring from another program within BC.

3. Students who fail to complete a semester successfully may apply to re-enter and repeat the incomplete semester when it is next offered. (Normally, there is a period of 12 months between offerings of a course or semester.)

4. Normally, a student returning in one year or less will retain full credit for all courses previously completed. After more than one year's absence, students may be required to update or repeat courses previously completed. A grade of "C" or credit granted in each repeated course is required for re-entry.

5. Students who withdraw for medical or psychological reasons will provide evidence to the School Chair from a licensed practitioner regarding the suitability of his/her return to the program.

6. Students must complete the program in its entirety within 60 calendar months from the time of initial entry into the program.

7. Students who have successfully completed their Selkirk College Human Services certificate within the previous year are considered to be a re-entry student.

8. Re-entry full-time students who have successfully completed their previous year are given priority over part time students.

Grading Table:

Other

Types of Assessments:

1. Types of Assessments

a) Assignments

(i) A minimum of three evaluative events will occur as specified in course outlines.

(ii) Students are evaluated and graded in each subject or course topic as indicated in the respective course outline.

(iii) Assignments are due on the date stated on course or assignment outlines. A student may request one extension per course. The request must be made in writing no less than 24 hours before the due date. If the instructor grants permission for the extension the revised due date will be determined by the instructor.

(iv) Under extenuating circumstances further requests for extensions may be granted only after the student has participated in a mandatory consultation with the Department Head of Student Access and Support or designate and has presented the instructor with a written plan outlining how they intend to complete their work in a timely manner.

(v) A penalty of 10% per day will be assessed against late assignments. All assignments must be handed in by the last day of classes in order to achieve a passing grade and advance to the practicum.

(vi) All course assignments must be completed to achieve a passing grade.

(vii) All assignments must be typed.

(viii) Students may, at the discretion of the instructor, rewrite a maximum of one assignment per course. Rewrites must be submitted for marking within 14 calendar days of the return of the original assignment to the student. Rewritten assignments will receive a maximum grade of 75%.

(ix) Students are expected to write tests on the designated dates. If, for legitimate absences, the student misses a test, he/she must write the test as soon as possible with the permission of the instructor.

b) Examinations

(i) Exams, labs, projects, assignments, and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

(ii) No single evaluative event shall be worth more than 50% of the final grade.

(iii) For courses involving practicum placements (ECCE 195, 286, 292, 294; SSW 163, 168; EASC 195, 196; HSER 270, 280) evaluation occurs on a continuous basis and graded CRG or NCG as per the Competency Based Selkirk Grading Table in Selkirk College Policy 8612 Grading. All practicum activities may be considered evaluative events. Informal verbal and/or written feedback is regularly provided by the instructor and practicum supervisors. Depending on the length of the course there may be one or more performance appraisals or evaluations.

Attendance:

A. ATTENDANCE

1. Students absent for 20% or more in a given course may be placed on behavioural probation. If a student arrives more than 10 minutes late or leaves more than 10 minutes early, they may be recorded as absent.

2. Students absent from any courses are responsible for the work they have missed and must make up assignments as required.

3. Students are responsible to inform the instructor in advance of any absences.

4. Students participating in on-line classes are expected to access and read all materials posted on their course site. If any aspect of the course has not been opened and/or participated in the student will be considered absent for that class.

Professional Requirements:

A. PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Codes of Ethics and Competencies

Students are expected to know, understand and abide by the applicable Codes of Ethics:

a) Child and Youth Care Worker;

b) Social Service Worker;

c) Early Childhood Educator.

d) Education Assistant & Community Support Worker.

2. Guidelines for Professional Conduct

In addition, students are expected to consistently demonstrate professional conduct based on the following guidelines:

e) exercise personal discipline, accountability and judgement,

f) accept personal responsibility for continued competency and learning,

g) assist and serve the public, client or patient and place them before oneself,

h) recognize the dignity and worth of all persons in any level of society,

i) assist others in learning,

j) recognize one’s own limitations and areas for development, and

k) maintain confidentiality of information appropriate to the purpose and trust given when that information is acquired.

Professional Conduct will be measured by: one’s professional abilities, personal integrity, and the attitude one demonstrates in relationship with others.

3. Students who violate these professional standards may be required to withdraw from their Program.

4. Students may be required to withdraw when ethical, medical or other reasons interfere with the satisfactory completion of their Program.

Effective Term:

Effective Year:

Advanced Standing:

ADVANCE OR TRANSFER CREDIT

a) Transfer credit will be given for university transfer courses equivalent to Selkirk College courses, providing a grade of "C" or better was achieved.

b) Applications for transfer credit from other ECCE, SSW or EACSW programs will be reviewed with provincial articulation agreements and considered on an individual basis; applicants may be required to provide detailed course outlines.

PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT (PLA)

a) Advance credit in core program courses (i.e., SSW, ECCE, EACSW and HSER) may be granted by the School Chair or designate after evaluation of the applicant’s mastery of course objectives. See program specific guidelines for PLA.

b) Credit for Final Practicum will not be awarded through PLA in Human Services programs.

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Re-Entry Instructions:

1. An application is required for enrolment in program courses in subsequent years.

2. Normally, students who must interrupt their program may apply for re-admission, within one year of departure, on the basis of the following priorities:

a) Students in good standing who interrupted their program for illness or other personal reasons.

b) Students who failed to meet program requirements for promotion.

c) Students transferring from another program within BC.

3. Students who fail to complete a semester successfully may apply to re-enter and repeat the incomplete semester when it is next offered. (Normally, there is a period of 12 months between offerings of a course or semester.)

4. Normally, a student returning in one year or less will retain full credit for all courses previously completed. After more than one year's absence, students may be required to update or repeat courses previously completed. A grade of "C" or credit granted in each repeated course is required for re-entry.

5. Students who withdraw for medical or psychological reasons will provide evidence to the School Chair from a licensed practitioner regarding the suitability of his/her return to the program.

6. Students must complete the program in its entirety within 60 calendar months from the time of initial entry into the program.

7. Students who have successfully completed their Selkirk College Human Services certificate within the previous year are considered to be a re-entry student.

8. Re-entry full-time students who have successfully completed their previous year are given priority over part time students.

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Grading Table:

Other

Types of Assessments:

Assignments

(i) A minimum of three evaluative events will occur as specified in course outlines.

(ii) Students are evaluated and graded in each subject or course topic as indicated in the respective course outline.

(iii) Assignments are due on the date stated on course or assignment outlines. A student may request one extension per course. The request must be made in writing no less than 24 hours before the due date. If the instructor grants permission for the extension the revised due date will be determined by the instructor.

(iv) Under extenuating circumstances further requests for extensions may be granted only after the student has participated in a mandatory consultation with the Department Head of Student Access and Support or designate and has presented the instructor with a written plan outlining how they intend to complete their work in a timely manner.

(v) A penalty of 10% per day will be assessed against late assignments. All assignments must be handed in by the last day of classes in order to achieve a passing grade and advance to the practicum.

(vi) All course assignments must be completed to achieve a passing grade.

(vii) All assignments must be typed.

(viii) Students may, at the discretion of the instructor, rewrite a maximum of one assignment per course. Rewrites must be submitted for marking within 14 calendar days of the return of the original assignment to the student. Rewritten assignments will receive a maximum grade of 75%.

(ix) Students are expected to write tests on the designated dates. If, for legitimate absences, the student misses a test, he/she must write the test as soon as possible with the permission of the instructor.

Examinations

(i) Exams, labs, projects, assignments, and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

(ii) No single evaluative event shall be worth more than 50% of the final grade.

(iii) For courses involving practicum placements (ECCE 195, 286, 292, 294; SSW 163, 168; EASC 195, 196; HSER 270, 280) evaluation occurs on a continuous basis and graded CRG or NCG as per the Competency Based Selkirk Grading Table in Selkirk College Policy 8612 Grading. All practicum activities may be considered evaluative events. Informal verbal and/or written feedback is regularly provided by the instructor and practicum supervisors. Depending on the length of the course there may be one or more performance appraisals or evaluations.

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Attendance:

1. Students absent for 20% or more in a given course may be placed on behavioural probation. If a student arrives more than 10 minutes late or leaves more than 10 minutes early, they may be recorded as absent.

2. Students absent from any courses are responsible for the work they have missed and must make up assignments as required.

3. Students are responsible to inform the instructor in advance of any absences.

4. Students participating in on-line classes are expected to access and read all materials posted on their course site. If any aspect of the course has not been opened and/or participated in the student will be considered absent for that class.

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Professional Requirements:

1. Codes of Ethics and Competencies

Students are expected to know, understand and abide by the applicable Codes of Ethics:

a) Child and Youth Care Worker;

b) Social Service Worker;

c) Early Childhood Educator.

d) Education Assistant & Community Support Worker.

2. Guidelines for Professional Conduct

In addition students are expected to consistently demonstrate professional conduct based on the following guidelines:

e) exercise personal discipline, accountability and judgement,

f) accept personal responsibility for continued competency and learning,

g) assist and serve the public, client or patient and place them before oneself,

h) recognize the dignity and worth of all persons in any level of society,

i) assist others in learning,

j) recognize one’s own limitations and areas for development, and

k) maintain confidentiality of information appropriate to the purpose and trust given when that information is acquired.

Professional Conduct will be measured by: one’s professional abilities, personal integrity, and the attitude one demonstrates in relationship with others.

3. Students who violate these professional standards may be required to withdraw from their Program.

4. Students may be required to withdraw when ethical, medical or other reasons interfere with the satisfactory completion of their Program.

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Other Regulations:

RESPONSIBILITIES IN FIELD PRACTICUM PLACEMENTS

1. The selection of practicum placements is the responsibility of the program faculty. Students will not actively seek practicum sites.

2. Students will not provide transportation for clients while on practicum.

3. Students will not administer medications to clients while on practicum.

4. Students without supervision of agency staff will not be responsible for clients when off agency premises unless college instructor approval is given prior to the event. ECCE students, without supervision of agency staff will not be responsible under any circumstance for children off agency premises.

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Effective Term:

Effective Year:

Advanced Standing:

ADVANCE OR TRANSFER CREDIT

a) Transfer credit will be given for university transfer courses equivalent to Selkirk College courses, providing a grade of "C" or better was achieved.

b) Applications for transfer credit from other ECCE, SSW or EACSW programs will be reviewed with provincial articulation agreements and considered on an individual basis; applicants may be required to provide detailed course outlines.

PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT (PLA)

a) Advance credit in core program courses (i.e., SSW, ECCE, EACSW and HSER) may be granted by the School Chair or designate after evaluation of the applicant’s mastery of course objectives. See program specific guidelines for PLA.

b) Credit for Final Practicum will not be awarded through PLA in Human Services programs.

.

Re-Entry Instructions:

1. An application is required for enrolment in program courses in subsequent years.

2. Normally, students who must interrupt their program may apply for re-admission, within one year of departure, on the basis of the following priorities:

a) Students in good standing who interrupted their program for illness or other personal reasons.

b) Students who failed to meet program requirements for promotion.

c) Students transferring from another program within BC.

3. Students who fail to complete a semester successfully may apply to re-enter and repeat the incomplete semester when it is next offered. (Normally, there is a period of 12 months between offerings of a course or semester.)

4. Normally, a student returning in one year or less will retain full credit for all courses previously completed. After more than one year's absence, students may be required to update or repeat courses previously completed. A grade of "C" or credit granted in each repeated course is required for re-entry.

5. Students who withdraw for medical or psychological reasons will provide evidence to the School Chair from a licensed practitioner regarding the suitability of his/her return to the program.

6. Students must complete the program in its entirety within 60 calendar months from the time of initial entry into the program.

7. Students who have successfully completed their Selkirk College Human Services certificate within the previous year are considered to be a re-entry student.

8. Re-entry full-time students who have successfully completed their previous year are given priority over part time students.

.

Grading Table:

Other

Types of Assessments:

Assignments

(i) A minimum of three evaluative events will occur as specified in course outlines.

(ii) Students are evaluated and graded in each subject or course topic as indicated in the respective course outline.

(iii) Assignments are due on the date stated on course or assignment outlines. A student may request one extension per course. The request must be made in writing no less than 24 hours before the due date. If the instructor grants permission for the extension the revised due date will be determined by the instructor.

(iv) Under extenuating circumstances further requests for extensions may be granted only after the student has participated in a mandatory consultation with the Department Head of Student Access and Support or designate and has presented the instructor with a written plan outlining how they intend to complete their work in a timely manner.

(v) A penalty of 10% per day will be assessed against late assignments. All assignments must be handed in by the last day of classes in order to achieve a passing grade and advance to the practicum.

(vi) All course assignments must be completed to achieve a passing grade.

(vii) All assignments must be typed.

(viii) Students may, at the discretion of the instructor, rewrite a maximum of one assignment per course. Rewrites must be submitted for marking within 14 calendar days of the return of the original assignment to the student. Rewritten assignments will receive a maximum grade of 75%.

(ix) Students are expected to write tests on the designated dates. If, for legitimate absences, the student misses a test, he/she must write the test as soon as possible with the permission of the instructor.

Examinations

(i) Exams, labs, projects, assignments, and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

(ii) No single evaluative event shall be worth more than 50% of the final grade.

(iii) For courses involving practicum placements (ECCE 195, 286, 292, 294; SSW 163, 168; EASC 195, 196; HSER 270, 280) evaluation occurs on a continuous basis and graded CRG or NCG as per the Competency Based Selkirk Grading Table in Selkirk College Policy 8612 Grading. All practicum activities may be considered evaluative events. Informal verbal and/or written feedback is regularly provided by the instructor and practicum supervisors. Depending on the length of the course there may be one or more performance appraisals or evaluations.

.

Attendance:

1. Students absent for 20% or more in a given course may be placed on behavioural probation. If a student arrives more than 10 minutes late or leaves more than 10 minutes early, they may be recorded as absent.

2. Students absent from any courses are responsible for the work they have missed and must make up assignments as required.

3. Students are responsible to inform the instructor in advance of any absences.

4. Students participating in on-line classes are expected to access and read all materials posted on their course site. If any aspect of the course has not been opened and/or participated in the student will be considered absent for that class.

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Professional Requirements:

1. Codes of Ethics and Competencies

Students are expected to know, understand and abide by the applicable Codes of Ethics:

a) Child and Youth Care Worker;

b) Social Service Worker;

c) Early Childhood Educator.

d) Education Assistant & Community Support Worker.

2. Guidelines for Professional Conduct

In addition students are expected to consistently demonstrate professional conduct based on the following guidelines:

e) exercise personal discipline, accountability and judgement,

f) accept personal responsibility for continued competency and learning,

g) assist and serve the public, client or patient and place them before oneself,

h) recognize the dignity and worth of all persons in any level of society,

i) assist others in learning,

j) recognize one’s own limitations and areas for development, and

k) maintain confidentiality of information appropriate to the purpose and trust given when that information is acquired.

Professional Conduct will be measured by: one’s professional abilities, personal integrity, and the attitude one demonstrates in relationship with others.

3. Students who violate these professional standards may be required to withdraw from their Program.

4. Students may be required to withdraw when ethical, medical or other reasons interfere with the satisfactory completion of their Program.

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Other Regulations:

RESPONSIBILITIES IN FIELD PRACTICUM PLACEMENTS

1. The selection of practicum placements is the responsibility of the program faculty. Students will not actively seek practicum sites.

2. Students will not provide transportation for clients while on practicum.

3. Students will not administer medications to clients while on practicum.

4. Students without supervision of agency staff will not be responsible for clients when off agency premises unless college instructor approval is given prior to the event. ECCE students, without supervision of agency staff will not be responsible under any circumstance for children off agency premises.

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Effective Term:

Effective Year:

Advanced Standing:

ADVANCE OR TRANSFER CREDIT

a) Transfer credit will be given for university transfer courses equivalent to Selkirk College courses, providing a grade of "C" or better was achieved.

b) Applications for transfer credit from other ECCE, SSW or EACSW programs will be reviewed with provincial articulation agreements and considered on an individual basis; applicants may be required to provide detailed course outlines.

2. PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT (PLA)

a) Advance credit in core program courses (i.e., SSW, ECCE, EACSW and HSER) may be granted by the School Chair or designate after evaluation of the applicant’s mastery of course objectives. See program specific guidelines for PLA.

b) Credit for Final Practicum will not be awarded through PLA in Human Services programs.

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Re-Entry Instructions:

1. An application is required for enrolment in program courses in subsequent years.

2. Normally, students who must interrupt their program may apply for re-admission, within one year of departure, on the basis of the following priorities:

a) Students in good standing who interrupted their program for illness or other personal reasons.

b) Students who failed to meet program requirements for promotion.

c) Students transferring from another program within BC.

3. Students who fail to complete a semester successfully may apply to re-enter and repeat the incomplete semester when it is next offered. (Normally, there is a period of 12 months between offerings of a course or semester.)

4. Normally, a student returning in one year or less will retain full credit for all courses previously completed. After more than one year's absence, students may be required to update or repeat courses previously completed. A grade of "C" or credit granted in each repeated course is required for re-entry.

5. Students who withdraw for medical or psychological reasons will provide evidence to the School Chair from a licensed practitioner regarding the suitability of his/her return to the program.

6. Students must complete the program in its entirety within 60 calendar months from the time of initial entry into the program.

7. Students who have successfully completed their Selkirk College Human Services certificate within the previous year are considered to be a re-entry student.

8. Re-entry full-time students who have successfully completed their previous year are given priority over part time students.

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Grading Table:

Other

Types of Assessments:

Assignments

(i) A minimum of three evaluative events will occur as specified in course outlines.

(ii) Students are evaluated and graded in each subject or course topic as indicated in the respective course outline.

(iii) Assignments are due on the date stated on course or assignment outlines. A student may request one extension per course. The request must be made in writing no less than 24 hours before the due date. If the instructor grants permission for the extension the revised due date will be determined by the instructor.

(iv) Under extenuating circumstances further requests for extensions may be granted only after the student has participated in a mandatory consultation with the Department Head of Student Access and Support or designate and has presented the instructor with a written plan outlining how they intend to complete their work in a timely manner.

(v) A penalty of 10% per day will be assessed against late assignments. All assignments must be handed in by the last day of classes in order to achieve a passing grade and advance to the practicum.

(vi) All course assignments must be completed to achieve a passing grade.

(vii) All assignments must be typed.

(viii) Students may, at the discretion of the instructor, rewrite a maximum of one assignment per course. Rewrites must be submitted for marking within 14 calendar days of the return of the original assignment to the student. Rewritten assignments will receive a maximum grade of 75%.

(ix) Students are expected to write tests on the designated dates. If, for legitimate absences, the student misses a test, he/she must write the test as soon as possible with the permission of the instructor.

Examinations

(i) Exams, labs, projects, assignments, and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

(ii) No single evaluative event shall be worth more than 50% of the final grade.

(iii) For courses involving practicum placements (ECCE 195, 286, 292, 294; SSW 163, 168; EASC 195, 196; HSER 270, 280) evaluation occurs on a continuous basis and graded CRG or NCG as per the Competency Based Selkirk Grading Table in Selkirk College Policy 8612 Grading. All practicum activities may be considered evaluative events. Informal verbal and/or written feedback is regularly provided by the instructor and practicum supervisors. Depending on the length of the course there may be one or more performance appraisals or evaluations.

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Attendance:

1. Students absent for 20% or more in a given course may be placed on behavioural probation. If a student arrives more than 10 minutes late or leaves more than 10 minutes early, they may be recorded as absent.

2. Students absent from any courses are responsible for the work they have missed and must make up assignments as required.

3. Students are responsible to inform the instructor in advance of any absences.

4. Students participating in on-line classes are expected to access and read all materials posted on their course site. If any aspect of the course has not been opened and/or participated in the student will be considered absent for that class.

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Professional Requirements:

1. Codes of Ethics and Competencies

Students are expected to know, understand and abide by the applicable Codes of Ethics:

a) Child and Youth Care Worker;

b) Social Service Worker;

c) Early Childhood Educator.

d) Education Assistant & Community Support Worker.

2. Guidelines for Professional Conduct

In addition students are expected to consistently demonstrate professional conduct based on the following guidelines:

e) exercise personal discipline, accountability and judgement,

f) accept personal responsibility for continued competency and learning,

g) assist and serve the public, client or patient and place them before oneself,

h) recognize the dignity and worth of all persons in any level of society,

i) assist others in learning,

j) recognize one’s own limitations and areas for development, and

k) maintain confidentiality of information appropriate to the purpose and trust given when that information is acquired.

Professional Conduct will be measured by: one’s professional abilities, personal integrity, and the attitude one demonstrates in relationship with others.

3. Students who violate these professional standards may be required to withdraw from their Program.

4. Students may be required to withdraw when ethical, medical or other reasons interfere with the satisfactory completion of their Program.

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Other Regulations:

RESPONSIBILITIES IN FIELD PRACTICUM PLACEMENTS

1. The selection of practicum placements is the responsibility of the program faculty. Students will not actively seek practicum sites.

2. Students will not provide transportation for clients while on practicum.

3. Students will not administer medications to clients while on practicum.

4. Students without supervision of agency staff will not be responsible for clients when off agency premises unless college instructor approval is given prior to the event. ECCE students, without supervision of agency staff will not be responsible under any circumstance for children off agency premises.

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Effective Term:

Effective Year:

Advanced Standing:

ADVANCE OR TRANSFER CREDIT

a) Transfer credit will be given for university transfer courses equivalent to Selkirk College courses, providing a grade of "C" or better was achieved.

b) Applications for transfer credit from other ECCE, SSW or EACSW programs will be reviewed with provincial articulation agreements and considered on an individual basis; applicants may be required to provide detailed course outlines.

PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT (PLA)

a) Advance credit in core program courses (i.e., SSW, ECCE, EACSW and HSER) may be granted by the School Chair or designate after evaluation of the applicant’s mastery of course objectives. See program specific guidelines for PLA.

b) Credit for Final Practicum will not be awarded through PLA in Human Services programs.

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Re-Entry Instructions:

1. An application is required for enrolment in program courses in subsequent years.

2. Normally, students who must interrupt their program may apply for re-admission, within one year of departure, on the basis of the following priorities:

a) Students in good standing who interrupted their program for illness or other personal reasons.

b) Students who failed to meet program requirements for promotion.

c) Students transferring from another program within BC.

3. Students who fail to complete a semester successfully may apply to re-enter and repeat the incomplete semester when it is next offered. (Normally, there is a period of 12 months between offerings of a course or semester.)

4. Normally, a student returning in one year or less will retain full credit for all courses previously completed. After more than one year's absence, students may be required to update or repeat courses previously completed. A grade of "C" or credit granted in each repeated course is required for re-entry.

5. Students who withdraw for medical or psychological reasons will provide evidence to the School Chair from a licensed practitioner regarding the suitability of his/her return to the program.

6. Students must complete the program in its entirety within 60 calendar months from the time of initial entry into the program.

7. Students who have successfully completed their Selkirk College Human Services certificate within the previous year are considered to be a re-entry student.

8. Re-entry full-time students who have successfully completed their previous year are given priority over part time students.

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Grading Table:

Other

Types of Assessments:

Assignments

(i) A minimum of three evaluative events will occur as specified in course outlines.

(ii) Students are evaluated and graded in each subject or course topic as indicated in the respective course outline.

(iii) Assignments are due on the date stated on course or assignment outlines. A student may request one extension per course. The request must be made in writing no less than 24 hours before the due date. If the instructor grants permission for the extension the revised due date will be determined by the instructor.

(iv) Under extenuating circumstances further requests for extensions may be granted only after the student has participated in a mandatory consultation with the Department Head of Student Access and Support or designate and has presented the instructor with a written plan outlining how they intend to complete their work in a timely manner.

(v) A penalty of 10% per day will be assessed against late assignments. All assignments must be handed in by the last day of classes in order to achieve a passing grade and advance to the practicum.

(vi) All course assignments must be completed to achieve a passing grade.

(vii) All assignments must be typed.

(viii) Students may, at the discretion of the instructor, rewrite a maximum of one assignment per course. Rewrites must be submitted for marking within 14 calendar days of the return of the original assignment to the student. Rewritten assignments will receive a maximum grade of 75%.

(ix) Students are expected to write tests on the designated dates. If, for legitimate absences, the student misses a test, he/she must write the test as soon as possible with the permission of the instructor.

Examinations

(i) Exams, labs, projects, assignments, and other evaluative activities are weighted and averaged as indicated in the respective course outline.

(ii) No single evaluative event shall be worth more than 50% of the final grade.

(iii) For courses involving practicum placements (ECCE 195, 286, 292, 294; SSW 163, 168; EASC 195, 196; HSER 270, 280) evaluation occurs on a continuous basis and graded CRG or NCG as per the Competency Based Selkirk Grading Table in Selkirk College Policy 8612 Grading. All practicum activities may be considered evaluative events. Informal verbal and/or written feedback is regularly provided by the instructor and practicum supervisors. Depending on the length of the course there may be one or more performance appraisals or evaluations.

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Attendance:

1. Students absent for 20% or more in a given course may be placed on behavioural probation. If a student arrives more than 10 minutes late or leaves more than 10 minutes early, they may be recorded as absent.

2. Students absent from any courses are responsible for the work they have missed and must make up assignments as required.

3. Students are responsible to inform the instructor in advance of any absences.

4. Students participating in on-line classes are expected to access and read all materials posted on their course site. If any aspect of the course has not been opened and/or participated in the student will be considered absent for that class.

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Professional Requirements:

1. Codes of Ethics and Competencies

Students are expected to know, understand and abide by the applicable Codes of Ethics:

a) Child and Youth Care Worker;

b) Social Service Worker;

c) Early Childhood Educator.

d) Education Assistant & Community Support Worker.

2. Guidelines for Professional Conduct

In addition students are expected to consistently demonstrate professional conduct based on the following guidelines:

e) exercise personal discipline, accountability and judgement,

f) accept personal responsibility for continued competency and learning,

g) assist and serve the public, client or patient and place them before oneself,

h) recognize the dignity and worth of all persons in any level of society,

i) assist others in learning,

j) recognize one’s own limitations and areas for development, and

k) maintain confidentiality of information appropriate to the purpose and trust given when that information is acquired.

Professional Conduct will be measured by: one’s professional abilities, personal integrity, and the attitude one demonstrates in relationship with others.

3. Students who violate these professional standards may be required to withdraw from their Program.

4. Students may be required to withdraw when ethical, medical or other reasons interfere with the satisfactory completion of their Program.

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Other Regulations:

RESPONSIBILITIES IN FIELD PRACTICUM PLACEMENTS

1. The selection of practicum placements is the responsibility of the program faculty. Students will not actively seek practicum sites.

2. Students will not provide transportation for clients while on practicum.

3. Students will not administer medications to clients while on practicum.

4. Students without supervision of agency staff will not be responsible for clients when off agency premises unless college instructor approval is given prior to the event. ECCE students, without supervision of agency staff will not be responsible under any circumstance for children off agency premises.

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Effective Term:

Effective Year:

Advanced Standing:

A student may obtain credit for a maximum of 75% of program requirements by Transfer Credit, Advanced Placement, Prior Learning Assessment or combination thereof. See Policy 8614: Advanced Standing; Course Challenge, PLA, and Transfer Credit.]

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Re-Entry Instructions:

RE-ADMISSION TO THE PROGRAM:

1. Re-admission to the Music Program is only permitted where spaces become available.

2. Students who must interrupt their Program may apply for re-admission, within one year of departure.

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Assessment:

Grading will be based on the grades specified in the Contemporary Music and Technology Grading Table. To view the grading tables see Policy 8612: Grading. To achieve a pre-requisite for any course the required grade is C-.
Note: The grade of “P” is insufficient for promotion to subsequent classes.

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Grading Table:

Standard Contemporary Music and Technology Program

Types of Assessments:

Assessment

a) Late assignments are not accepted. In the case of illness, accident or family emergency, extensions for assignments can be granted. Students must notify their instructor(s) as promptly as possible to request an extension, or to schedule a missed assessment such as an exam. Suitable documentation, such as a signed and dated doctor’s note is required.

b) If the instructor uses a different late assignment policy, it will appear in the course outline for the course.

Assessment Rewrites

a) In cases where failure of a course prevents a student’s progression in the program, a supplemental assessment/re-write may be granted with permission of the instructor and the program coordinator. The student must have maintained an average grade of C- or better in the course up to that point.

b) The result of the supplemental/re-write may replace the original assessment grade.

c) Supplemental/re-writes must be written within the time period indicated by the instructor.

d) With supporting documentation, students who are absent from an examination due to illness, accident or family emergency may apply to the instructor for permission to be assessed at an alternate time.

e) Requests to reschedule an assessment to accommodate personal plans will not normally be accommodated.

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Program Specific Regulations:

Definition

a) A Showcase is a concert performance prepared by the graduate candidate.

b) A Showcase is a demonstration of material and skills learned by the graduate candidate in the time they have attended the program.

c) The length of the performance must be no shorter than 25 minutes and no longer than 35 minutes.

d) A student may perform or otherwise participate in three showcases during one academic year. Students wishing to perform in more than three showcases may only do so with approval by the School Chair.

e) Arrangements that have been prepared in a Selkirk College ensemble must have been rehearsed and arranged by the student presenting the Showcase.

f) No arrangements may be duplicated in more than one Showcase.

g) Only students enrolled in the Selkirk College Contemporary Music and Technology program may perform in the graduation Showcase. Exceptions to this rule must be approved by the Program Coordinator.

h) Individual majors and instruments may have specific criteria to fulfill their Showcase requirements
The focus of the showcase must be on the student’s major instrument.

(i) Performance Majors and Songwriting Majors must present at least one solo or duo piece which demonstrates technical proficiency on their major instrument.

(ii) Composition Majors must present a graduation recital featuring their own compositions as developed during the course of study;

(iii) Songwriting Majors must present a graduation recital featuring their own songs as developed during the course of study;

i) This Showcase will normally take place during a graduate candidate's final semester of attendance.

j) An instructor(s) will be designated as the advisor(s) to the candidate for their Showcase. The Showcase program must be agreed upon by the graduate candidate and their advisor(s).

k) Deadlines will be set with the advisor(s) for preparation of recordings, set lists, and other important organizational components of the Showcase.

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Evaluation & Feedback

a) Evaluation will be based on the following criteria: intonation, dynamics, playing in time, group interaction, sound quality, leadership, overall musicality, starting on time, and adherence to length of performance guidelines, as well as possible additional requirements as specified by the Showcase Advisor.

b) The Showcase Advisor(s) will evaluate the Showcase during the night of the performance and will assign a grade based on the above criteria.

c) Non-graded feedback will be provided by a second faculty member.

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Eligibility

a) Any candidate for a Graduation Showcase must have successfully completed the three full prerequisite semesters of course load, and must be enrolled in courses that will lead to meeting the requirements for graduation in that academic year.

b) In order to qualify for a graduation showcase;

(i) Performance Majors must achieve a “B” or better in Private Lesson III.

(ii) Composition Majors must achieve a “B” or better in Composition I.

(iii) Songwriting Majors must achieve a “B” or better in Songwriting I.

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Attendance:

1. Attendance at all scheduled lectures, labs, seminars, lessons, clinics, ensembles, examinations and other learning experiences is mandatory unless the student is given written instructions to the contrary.

2. Students absent from any Music course, for any reason, are responsible for the work they have missed. They must make up assignments as required.

3. Absence from learning experiences, for any reason, may preclude the student being able to meet the required objectives for that course.

4. Students claiming illness or compassionate reasons for absence from learning experiences must contact the instructor concerned directly.

5. Students may be required to supply a doctor’s certificate to substantiate claims of illness.

6. The Contemporary Music & Technology Program will not normally undertake to provide substitute learning experiences in Music courses when students have been absent, for any reason.

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Other Regulations:

PRIVATE LESSONS

a) Private Lesson Eligibility

(i) Students with full-time course loads will be eligible to take private lessons: MUSC 150, 151, 250, and 251.

(ii) Students enrolled in all music core and concentrate courses will be given priority in scheduling private lessons as per C. above.

(iii) Students returning for a second major, having completed their diploma, may apply for a private lesson. These will be considered on an individual basis according to student's needs and the availability of department resources.

b) Change of Instrument

(i) Students who wish to change their private lesson instrument must re-audition on the new instrument.

(ii) Instrument change is subject to instructor availability.

(iii) The re-audition must take place within the first three weeks of the Semester I.

(iv) To re-audition at other times students must obtain coordinator approval.

c) Private Lessons on Secondary Instrument

A student may take a private lesson on a secondary instrument after completion of the first semester providing the student has a GPA of 3.0 or better, or permission of the Program Coordinator; Private lessons on a secondary instrument are subject to instructor availability and additional fees.

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Note Re: Private Lessons for Songwriting Majors

Songwriting Majors must take one hour of private lessons per week:

• For all instrument/voice majors: 1 x one-hour lesson per week on primary instrument/voice, or;
• For Voice Majors: 2 x half hour lessons per week: 30 minutes of voice lesson and 30 minutes of either guitar lesson or piano lesson;
• For Guitar Majors: 2 x half hour lessons per week: 30 minutes of guitar lesson and 30 minutes of voice lesson;
• For Piano Majors: 2 x half hour lessons per week: 30 minutes of piano lesson and 30 minutes of voice lesson;

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Cheating and Plagiarism

a) Cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated. Please refer to College Policy 8618 Cheating and Plagiarism.

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Effective Term:

Effective Year:

Advanced Standing:

ADVANCE OR TRANSFER CREDIT AND PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT

1. A student may obtain credit for a maximum of 75% of program requirements by Transfer Credit, Advanced Placement, Prior Learning Assessment or combination thereof.

a) Course equivalency will be determined in accordance with Selkirk College Policy 8614: Advanced Standing.

2. Transfer credit will not be granted for courses completed outside of Canada.

3. Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) (see Selkirk College Policy 8614: Advanced Standing)

a) Only domestic experiences will be considered for PLA for this program.

b) Not more than 75% of credits required in a program will be awarded through PLA.

c) Otherwise, College Policy 8614: Advanced Standing will be followed.

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Re-Entry Instructions:

RE-ENTRY INSTRUCTION: (see Policy 8615)

1. Re-admission to the program is only permitted when space is available.

2. Students who must interrupt their program may apply for re-admission within one year of departure or with the permission of the School Chair.

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Assessment:

Grading will be based on the categories defined in Standard Grading Table for the School of Hospitality and Tourism. (See Policy 8612: Grading).

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Grading Table:

Standard School of Hospitality and Tourism Programs

Types of Assessments:

Supplemental Assessment(s)

a) Students are evaluated and graded in each subject or course topic as indicated in the respective course outline.

b) Exams, labs, group or individual projects, assignments, presentations, class participation and other evaluative events.

c) In addition to normal evaluation for competence in subject matter, students will be continuously evaluated on their professional conduct in classroom and field situations. A professionalism/ participation evaluation may make up to 20% of the final grade for each course in this program as specified in each course outline. Standards for the professionalism/participation evaluation will be communicated to all students.

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Attendance:

1. Punctual and regular attendance for scheduled classes, laboratory sessions and all of the scheduled learning activities is expected of all students.

2. Where absenteeism adversely affects a student’s progress and performance, probation and/or withdrawal from the program may result.

3. See individual course outlines for any additional attendance and /or professional conduct requirements.

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Assignments:

1. Assignments

a) Students will normally receive notice of dates and times when assignments and/or tests are to be submitted and/or written.

b) If accepted, late assignments may be subject to penalty. Assignments are due prior to
8:30 am on the due date. Late assignments will have 10% per day deducted for each calendar day they are late. Assignments will not be accepted more than five days after the due date.

c) Course challenges are not available for students who do not successfully complete a course. In such a situation the student would be required to retake the course and complete all required course work.

d) A student who does not submit an assignment or write a scheduled test will receive a zero mark. However, in some courses it may be mandatory to submit all assignments to an acceptable level and/or to write all exams in order to receive credit for the course.

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2. Exams

a) A student may be allowed to make alternative exam arrangements, with the appropriate instructor, for valid and verifiable reasons such as medical emergency, family bereavement, or jury duty.

b) Any alternate arrangements for final examinations must be approved by the School Chair or designate.

c) Supplemental examinations will only be given for exceptional reasons.

d) Tests and exams will ordinarily be retained by the instructor.

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Other Regulations:

PART IV: WORK TERM POLICY

In order to participate in the summer work internship, the student must have completed all required courses with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0, completion of all courses with no more than one (1) failing grade. Any student with more than one (1) failing grade must have School Chair approval to go on their work internship.

1. During the work term, students are subject to the Selkirk College Program Policies as well as the policies of the employer.

2. To avoid late penalties, students must notify the instructor one week in advance if work term assignments cannot be handed in on time.

3. During the work term, students are expected to meet or exceed management requirements for job performance. Students are expected to maintain good working relationships with their co-workers and supervisors.

a) In order to achieve maximum benefit from the work term, students are expected to become involved in several different departments if possible.

4. Due to the limited number of local placement possibilities, students may be required to consider placements away from the local environment.

5. Termination from a work term place of employment is grounds for withdrawal from the program. Students must notify the instructor within 48 hours of any termination, temporary suspension or disciplinary action. Students must also notify the instructor within 48 hours of any unannounced lay off or work term cancellation. Failure to do so will aggravate an already serious situation and further jeopardize the student's status in the program. Students must follow the Appeals Process in order to request reentry or continuation in the work term.

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PART V: FIELD TRIP POLICY

Students are subject to Selkirk College Policy 8350: Educational Field Trips. In addition the following policies apply:

1. Students on any field trip are visible representatives of Selkirk College and their respective program. Students are expected to conduct themselves as professionals and exercise common sense, responsibility and maturity in all field trip situations. They are expected to leave a positive impression on communities and facilities with which they come in contact. Drunkenness, inappropriate behaviour, disorderly conduct, or other indications of unprofessional attitudes of any kind on a field trip will be taken seriously and may result in dismissal from the trip, the course or the program.

2. In any situation involving machinery, maintenance shops or engine rooms, students must abide by caution signage, instructor and tour guide instructions, and use common sense.

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PROBATION

Refer to Selkirk College Policy 8619: Probation for further information.

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