I provide an overview of the catelogue and stress the importance of refering to it as a reference for the policies and procedures. The most stressed topics are dress code, attendance policies, complaint prodecures, course descriptions
I typically reference the conduct policy most frequently, particularly the dress code.
I use the catalog frequently for various topics. I find myself referencing the catalog for personal edification, as well as when speaking with students. Most often, I find myself reviewing the attendance policy, dress code and conduct policies.
The attendance policy. Even though we go over this in the student orientation, and give them a verbal quiz the first day of class, attendance is an ongoing issue. Every day I hear " I didn't no" missing 30 minutes or more at clinical was an absence." But we show them in the catalog and remind them we have gone over this numerous times.
I agree, these are the 3 topics I reference most frequently. I also reference the academic standards as it comes to attendance and probation.
Admission requirement, transfer of credits, and attendance policy.
Attendance policy, Dress code, Class start dates, Grievance policy, Admissions requirements
The academic calendar and the rules on SAP are the items I use most from the catalog.
I typically reference program listings, course requirements and details of specific academic policies.
Marie - I'm always happy to hear of people referencing the catalog regularly. It's typically a great source for answers!Referencing it directly reduces risk of confusion that some have if they have heard/seen it in multiple places with slight variances in verbiage.
I am a program director for patient care technician, and I use the Catalog a lot. I reference to it when I am advising students (attendance/academic policy, dress code, conduct policies). I will copy the page and give it to the student with a written advisement for clarity and to minimize confusion. It also establishes consistency in our department.
