3 Roles and Responsibilities

Faculty Responsibilities

• Provide and review course outlines including expectations and work plan for each of the courses
• Provide a positive learning environment
• Use a variety of teaching methods to enhance learning
• Support students in their learning
• Present key learning information
• Be available to assist with learning needs in the classroom and labs
• Assess and evaluate student progress using a variety of methods
• Organize clinical placements
• Prepare students for placements

Student Responsibilities

• Maintain regular attendance in class and in lab, NSCC is required to track this for validation as part of the Standards Compliance Assessment process. Any disruption in attendance resulting in 10% of the program (class or lab) hours being missed or 3 consecutive weeks will result in being dismissed from the program. At NSCC’s discretion, a student may continue their education, provided they have appropriate medical/other documentation and there is an education plan to meet all program outcomes.
• Pass all assignments in on time
• Acknowledge and follow classroom guidelines (to be discussed and decided by class)
• Complete readings, homework and independent study as assigned
• Participate and interact in class
• Be accountable for one’s learning, by reaching out for help when needed, and learning about the various resources at NSCC
• Communicate with faculty/Student Services if challenges are experienced
• Maintain appropriate professional conduct as outlined by the Essential Skills Guide
• Outcome and the Student Community Standards Policy (to be reviewed in class)

Communication between NSCC and Students

• Schedules are found on MyNSCC. Course outlines and workplans are found on Brightspace; workplans are tentative and subject to change.
• If used at your campus, you will have access to the program SharePoint site that contains course information such as assignments, readings and schedules plus other important information. It is suggested that you visit the site weekly or as directed by your faculty.
• Faculty will maintain contact and send important information to you through your NSCC email. We will not send information to you through any other e-mail address. It is recommended that you check your e-mail often for new information.
• If you need to send information to faculty, it is preferred to send via e-mail. You may also call the faculty member’s office number and if needed, leave a message.
• If you need to visit a faculty member, please be aware of office hours or request an appointment.
• If you have a change in home address or telephone numbers, please ensure that this information is updated for NSCC.
• It is your responsibility to communicate with faculty about any missed timelines, classes, labs or clinical.