Beliefs About Learning

The faculty believes the school has a primary responsibility to provide each student accurate and valid information through a current and relevant curriculum that meets or exceeds standards of professional regulatory agencies. The faculty accepts accountability for providing students with a variety of theoretical and clinical learning experiences, which are fair, individualized and equitable.

Through the provision of a creative learning environment, faculty and students engage in a relationship which acknowledges individual student rights and assets. This educational climate is built upon a foundation of mutual respect, values and goals. Core values are focused on open, honest, collaborative relationships. Core goals are process and outcome oriented, supported by quality educational standards and polices. Process outcomes are evidenced by successful completion of course objectives and are reflected in the ultimate achievement of program objectives.

Learning is a transformational process wherein students and faculty collaborate to reach greater levels of understanding of knowledge, skills and attitudes. The faculty-student relationship is enhanced when accountabilities and expected outcomes are clear. The faculty strives to provide an environment that encourages active participation of students and that facilitates growth and leadership. Further, the faculty believes that education is best accomplished by providing students with accurate and reliable information, opportunities for individualized learning experiences, guidance and direction to supportive resources. In the faculty-student partnership, the student also assumes accountability for behaviors which contribute to the achievement of expected outcomes. Students are supported and guided by faculty to become collaborative participants in learning. Through negotiation with faculty for individualized learning options, students are stimulated and empowered to achieve course and program goals, and ultimately to embody behaviors that perpetuate commitment to life-long learning.