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2020 - 2021 Catalog

Manchester, NH

Published: June 2020

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American School of Nursing and Medical Careers670 North Commercial Street

Suite 403Manchester, NH, 03101Tel: (603) 622-8400Fax: (603) 622-8218

Manchester, New Hampshire

Hours of OperationMonday - Thursday8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Friday9:00 am - 5:00 pm

SaturdayBy Appointment

Program OfferedPractical Nursing

Accreditation & Approvals

SundayAs Scheduled

This campus is approved by:New Hampshire Department of Education

Division of Educator Support and Higher EducationOffice of Career School Licensing

101 Pleasant StreetConcord, NH 03301Tel: (603) 271-6443Fax: (603) 271-1953

www.education.nh.gov

Practical Nursing Program is approved by:New Hampshire Board of Nursing

121 South Fruit Street, Suite 102 Concord, NH 03301Tel: (603) 271-2323Fax: (603) 271-6605www.nh.gov/nursing

Th Practical Nursing program is accredited by:Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850Atlanta, Georgia 30326

Tel: (404) 975-5000www.acenursing.org

This campus is accredited by:Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and

Training (ACCET) 1722 N Street NW

Washington, DC 20036 Tel: (202) 955-1113

http://www.education.nh.gov

http://www.nh.gov/nursing

http://www.acenursing.org

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Table of ContentsAbout American School of Nursing and Allied Health

Welcome...............................................................................................................................................................................................4History & Mission Statement.............................................................................................................................................5School Information............................................................................................................................................................................6

Admissions InformationAdmissions............................................................................................................................................................................10Transfer Credit Policy.............................................................................................................................................................12

Tuition & Financial InformationFinancial Aid Information.......................................................................................................................................................14Cancellation and Refund Policy...................................................................................................................................................17

AcademicsAcademic Information............................................................................................................................................................19Nurse Practice Act..........................................................................................................................................................................23Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress..............................................................................................................24

Student InformationFamily Educational Rights and Privacy............................................................................................................................27Attendance...............................................................................................................................................................................28Student Conduct............................................................................................................................................................30Student Policies......................................................................................................................................................................35Student Services....................................................................................................................................................................40Grievance Procedure.............................................................................................................................................................44

Program of StudyPractical Nursing............................................................................................................................................................47

Course DescriptionsPractical Nursing..............................................................................................................................................................................51

Additional InformationSchedule of Tuition & Fees.................................................................................................................................................53Campus Calendars.........................................................................................................................................................................54Faculty & Staff........................................................................................................................................................................55Central Services Staff...........................................................................................................................................................56Advisory Board.........................................................................................................................................................................57Clinical Sites......................................................................................................................................................................................59


Welcome

American School of Nursing and Medical Careers is an accredited private vocational school with a long history of providing career education in the fields of nursing and allied health. We specialize in comprehensive programs that prepare our students for interesting and challenging positions in their chosen fields of study. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers’ programs are constantly reassessed so that we may continue to be responsive to the needs of the communities we serve. Studies done by the U.S. Department of Labor indicate that the demand for trained workers in these areas will continue to grow in the future.

Today, a high school education is considered only the bare minimum for employment. If you want more than an average job, a higher-than-average salary, and the potential to move up the ladder of success, you need the advanced education and skills that will make you an above average employee.

There was a time when a college degree was the only key to this success; today, the situation is different. It is not necessary to spend several years in college in order to be a part of one of the fastest growing career fields.

Our success is a result of the successful graduates who have benefited from our programs; the history of their achievements forms the foundation on which today’s student set their goals. The administration, faculty and staff, look forward to assisting you in attaining your goals. We hope you enjoy your educational experience while at American School of Nursing and Medical Careers.


HistoryAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers was founded in 1997, by Health Career Training Associates, LLC, as a small post-secondary proprietary school with a Nursing Assistant Program. The primary focus of the Health Career Training Associates School was a competency-based vocational program for nursing students. The Practical Nursing program was developed in 2002 and received approval by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing in February of 2003. In July of 2007, they gained accreditation through NLNAC (National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission), now called ACEN (Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing). At that time, they changed the name of their school from HCTA to NESPN (New England School of Practical Nursing) to clearly identify its purpose in the title within the organization. In December of 2009, The New England School of Practical Nursing was purchased by Premier Education Group (PEG). The name of the school was changed to Salter School of Nursing and Allied Health and remained at the 60 Rogers Street location until February 2013. In February 2013, Premier Education Group relocated the campus to 670 N. Commercial Street, Manchester, New Hampshire within the historic Jefferson Mill Building. The change in location allowed the students additional classroom space, well-equipped labs and a pleasant neighborhood surrounding other schools of higher learning.

In 2019 it was renamed as American School of Nursing and Medical Careers. In June of 2020, Trigram Education Partners, LLC acquired the school.

History & Mission Statement

Mission StatementAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers is dedicated to the provision and promotion of a quality, career-oriented education for those seeking to become practical nurses. This is accomplished through classroom, hands-on laboratory, and relevant clinical experiences in which knowledge and skills gained in the classroom are put into practice in health care facilities.

It is our belief:• That the courses offered be designed to provide each

participant with the knowledge and skills that will support successful employment in the health care field.

• That an equal opportunity for education be afforded to each participant without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national and ethnic origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or marital status.


School Information

American School of Nursing and Medical Careers is owned by Trigram Education Partners, L.P.; registered limited partnership in the State of Delaware. Dr. Jon Coover is the President & CEO. Stanford Silverman, Dr. Annie Ma and Dr. Jon Coover are limited Partners.

Statement of Legal Control

Licensing & AccreditationAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training to award Certificates. The Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training (ACCET) is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training1722 N Street NW


American School of Nursing and Medical Careers is licensed by the State of New Hampshire Department of Education, Division of Educator Support and Higher Education, Office of Career School Licensing. License #SAMA-124

New Hampshire Department of Education Division of Educator Support and Higher Education

Office of Career School Licensing101 Pleasant StreetConcord, N.H. 03301Tel: (603) 271-6443Fax: (603) 271-1953

www.education.nh.gov

The American School of Nursing and Medical Careers’s Practical Nursing program is programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and is approved by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing 3343 Peachtree Road N.E.

Suite 850Atlanta, GA 30326

Tel: (404) 975-5000F: (404) 975-5020

www.acenursing.org

Campus DescriptionAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers is located on the 4th floor of the historic Jefferson Mill building located on N. Commercial Street in the heart of downtown Manchester, New Hampshire. The building is a prominent historical brick mill that has been renovated to showcase the hardwood floors, wooden beams and history of the mill in its heyday. The facility consists of approximately 25,000 square feet and houses 13 classrooms, two computer labs, a Maternal/Child Health lab, two private patient rooms, and three open nursing labs/ classrooms. Our campus also has a library with computers for student use, a student lounge, ample bathroom facilities for all students, and several administrative offices. All rooms are heated/air conditioned. All classrooms and labs have ample tables and chairs as well as whiteboards and other audio-visual equipment.

http://www.acics.org

http://www.education.nh.gov

http://www.acenursing.org


Main CampusAmerican College for Medical Careers (Main Campus)

5959 Lake Ellenor DriveOrlando, FL 32809

Tel: (407) 738-4488

Program DeliveryAll programs and courses offered by American School of Nursing and Medical Careers are offered on campus and taught residentially, except for clinical hours, which are taught at appropriate clinical sites.

Campus HoursCampus Hours of OperationsMonday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pmSaturday: By appointmentSunday: As scheduled

Class SchedulesDay Classes: Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am - 2:30 pm* Friday, as scheduled

Make-Up Hour ScheduleBy appointmentMonday -Thursdays: 3:00 pm to 6:00 pmFridays: 9:00 am to 5:00 pmSaturdays: By appointment

* The number of days that a student will attend per week differs according to the program. Clinical experience hours may be scheduled at any time, day or evening, weekday or weekend, depending upon the needs of the clinical sites. Students are expected to be present at least 15 minutes prior to start time. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers reserves the right to alter the class schedule of hours and days of attendance as needed. When a schedule is altered, all in-school students will be expected to adhere to the new schedule.

School Holidays & ClosingsClasses canceled for holiday observance on a Monday are usually made up on Friday of the same week. The school reserves the right to utilize an extended day until 5:30 pm, occasional Fridays, or even Saturdays as make-up for snow days or other circumstances that may require the school to cancel classes. For a complete listing of the school’s annual holidays, please refer to page 54.

In the event of inclement weather, delays or cancellations will be announced through the channels/websites listed below. The decision to cancel school will be made by 7:30 am for day classes.

Television: Channel 9 (WMUR)Internet: www.wmur.com & www.wzid.comRadio: WZID (95.7FM)

Campus SecurityIn compliance with the Student Right to Know Security Act, Public Law 101-542, as amended by the Higher Education Technical Amendments of 1991, Public Law 102-26, American School of Nursing and Medical Careers provides campus crime statistics and procedures for reporting and deterring criminal activity. Students may secure the crime data by going to www.ope.ed.gov/security. Click on Open the Campus Security Statistics website, go to the state section and pick the school’s state, click on search at the bottom of the screen, and select the school. Students unable to access this information are advised to see their Campus Director to obtain a printed copy. The following websites may be used to identify those persons registered as sex offenders in New Hampshire http://www.nh.gov/safety/

http://www.wmur.com

http://www.wzid.com

http://www.ope.ed.gov/security

http://www.nh.gov/safety/


OrientationA mandatory orientation session for new students is held prior to the start of the programs. Students will receive advance notification of the date and time of orientation. It is each student’s responsibility to become familiar with the policies and guidelines of the school, which are contained in this catalog, official memos, and addendums.

Statement of Non-DiscriminationIn keeping with its long-standing traditions and policies, American School of Nursing and Medical Careers considers students, employees, and applicants for admission or employment, and those seeking access to programs on the basis of individual merit. The school does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes as required by law (including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972)

The school’s policy is consistent with federal, state, and local regulations governing non-discrimination and harassment including, but not limited to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (as amended). Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and its implementing regulations, which prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities operated by recipients of Federal financial assistance. Sexual harassment of students, which includes acts of sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers seeks to maintain a safe learning and working environment. To that end, the school prohibits Sexual Misconduct, which includes Sexual or Gender-Based Harassment, Sexual Assault, and Sexual Exploitation. Conduct which is also prohibited is Relationship Violence, Stalking, and Retaliation against an individual for making a good faith report of conduct prohibited under Title IX. These prohibited forms of conduct are unlawful, undermine the character and purpose of the school, and will not be tolerated.

The Campus Director is designated as the School’s Title IX Coordinator to coordinate compliance with this policy. Please contact your Campus Director to raise concerns or file a complaint. All grievances or complaints will be responded to within ten (10) business days and will be handled directly and equitably. Students who do not feel comfortable sending a complaint to their Campus Director, or who feel their complaint has not been adequately addressed by the Campus Director should forward their concerns to April Lupinacci, Vice President ofCompliance and Licensure at the corporate offices of Trigram Education Partners:

545 Long Wharf Drive5th Floor

New Haven, CT 06511Tel: (203) 672-2300Fax: (203)285-3889

Please note that submitting a false report or providing false or misleading information in bad faith or with a view to personal gain in connection with an incident is prohibited and subject to disciplinary sanction. This does not apply to reports made or information provided in good faith, even if the facts alleged in the report are determined not to be accurate. The school is committed to protecting the privacy of people involved in a report under this policy. With any report or complaint, the School will make reasonable efforts to protect the privacy interests of persons involved in a manner consistent with the need for a careful assessment of the allegation and reasonable steps available to eliminate the reported conduct, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects. The school prohibits retaliation against any person who exercises any rights or responsibilities under this policy. Any act of retaliation may be a separate violation of this policy and is subject to disciplinary action.


Academic AccommodationsTrigram Education Partners does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its programs and activities in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended and the implementing regulations (Section 504). Programs and activities subject to the nondiscrimination provisions of Section 504 include admissions and recruitment, treatment of students, academic adjustments (academic requirements, course examinations, and auxiliary aids), financial and employment assistance to students, and nonacademic services.

The person responsible for coordinating our efforts to comply with Section 504 is the Director of Education, Campus Director or designee. He/she is also the person responsible for (1) explaining to applicants and students how to obtain information about the process to secure academic adjustments, (2) receiving requests for academic adjustments, and (3) any special accommodations required to assist in completing the admissions and enrollment process.

Auxiliary aids and services are available on request to individuals with documented disabilities. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers does not make preadmission inquiries regarding disabilities. The only instance when the institution my impose screening criteria is when admission presents a clear safety risk to self or others and these criteria are based on actual risk assessment, not stereotypes or assumptions.

Facilities for the HandicappedAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers’ facilities are accessible to the handicapped. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers follows ADA guidelines in providing reasonable accommodations for all such applicants.

Consumer Information - The Student Right to KnowStudents can request to see the following consumer information from the school, which is available in either the Admissions, Financial Aid, or Campus Director’s office: evidence of accreditation and state licensing, the cost of attending, as well as the institution’s refund policy (including examples of refund calculations) in the event of withdrawal or termination, what financial assistance is available to students and how recipients are selected, how financial need is determined, including how the costs for education are calculated, information about loans, including the interest rate, the amount that must be repaid, when repayment will begin, and the conditions for deferment if necessary, how Satisfactory Academic Progress is determined by the institution and the consequences for failing to meet those standards, information about campus security, and student completion and placement rates. Student Consumer Information is also available at: www.schooliya.com

NoticeThis catalog is an official publication of American School of Nursing and Medical Careers. The school reserves the right to make changes or revisions to this catalog at any time by means of official addendums; make changes in courses, methods, faculty, staff, provisions, or requirements described within this publication as may be deemed necessary in the best interests of the school and its students, and cancel any of its courses or programs due to insufficient enrollment.

http://www.schooliya.com


Admissions

Admissions RequirementsAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers has an “open enrollment” policy and accepts applications on an ongoing basis. To ensure that only qualified students are accepted into our training programs, all applicants must meet the following Criteria for Admission. All required documentation must be submitted to the Admissions Department before the admission process is complete.

All applicants must:• Meet the minimum age requirement of 18, prior to the

start of classes• Possess a high school diploma or GED. Official high

school or GED/HiSET transcripts are required for all Practical Nursing applicants. For foreign diplomas, translation and assessment of equivalency to a U.S. high school diploma will need to be submitted. The Admissions Department can refer you to authorized validation service providers.

• Complete an entrance interview and take a tour of the school

• Complete an Enrollment Agreement with a $25.00 application fee

• Submit a State of New Hampshire and national criminal background check (CORI - Criminal Offender Record Information/SORI- Sex Offender Registry Information), prior to class start date. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers will fund the cost of the National criminal background check, it is the applicant’s responsibility to submit and pay for the New Hampshire state background check (Please be advised that if you have been convicted of any criminal or misdemeanor offenses, you might not be admitted to the program. Once admitted to the program, students subsequently convicted of crimes while attending American School of Nursing and Medical Careers may be dismissed from the program. It is the student’s responsibility to report changes in his/her criminal record to the Campus Director)

• Pose for photos for ID badge

• Meet with the Financial Aid Office within three calendar days of signing the Enrollment Agreement and produce all required documents for full financial packaging prior to starting school

• Achieve a passing score on the Wonderlic Scholastic Level Exam (SLE), which identifies an individual's capacity for learning, as well as the ability to apply knowledge.Minimum Score Requirements:Practical Nursing 18

Important Notice: Students may also be required, in accordance with clinical site requirements, to provide an updated health exam, random drug screening, flu shot, proof of health insurance, personal liability insurance, and immunization or titer at any time during the course of the program. All expenses associated with these requirements are the student’s sole responsibility.

Additional Admissions Requirements for Practical Nursing ApplicantsPractical Nursing Applicants must also pass the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) with a composite score of 54.5% or above prior to entering the program; nursing applicants must complete all 4 sections (Reading, English & Language Usage, Math and Science) of the ATI TEAS.• Applicants are permitted to take the ATI TEAS exam

up to three times within a six-month period; no sooner than two weeks between attempts. The six- month waiting period is based on the date of the third unsuccessful testing attempt. All four sections must be taken each time the ATI TEAS is taken

• If applicants have taken the ATI TEAS, through ATI within the past 12 months and obtained a composite score of 54.5% or higher, the campus will request these results be submitted by the student or directly from ATI to American School of Nursing and Medical Careers for review and acceptance


• Students are encouraged to go to the ATI website for practice questions prior to taking the ATI TEAS. A study guide and online practice test are available to prepare for the ATI TEAS

• The ATI TEAS test fee is $75 payable by cash, certified check, money order, or credit/debit card. The exam fee is non-refundable

• Applicants who miss the scheduled exam date and do not call will be required to pay the full fee in advance to reschedule a new test date

All Practical Nursing program applicants must provide the following prior to their start date. The Campus Director is the only designated person who can make an exception to these policies. Exceptions are generally made only for those applicants who have enrolled within 2 weeks of the start date.• A health/physical examination completed and signed

by a qualified healthcare provider within the past 12 months from the start of the program

• Titers, showing immunity for the following: Measles/ Mumps/Rubella (MMR), Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B (optional) or a signed Hepatitis B risk waiver and/or signed declination. Proof of Diphtheria, Tetanus, acellular Pertussis (DTaP) vaccination

• A 2-step PPD• Proof of Personal Liability Coverage• Annual flu vaccine• Provide proof of BCLS/BLS CPR Certification

If seeking a review of transfer credits, submit official transcripts from institutions of higher learning previously attended. These should be received two weeks prior to the first day of class of the first term in order to be considered for transfer credit

Important Notice: Students will be required, in accordance with clinical site requirements, to provide a drug screening with expanded opiates and an updated background check if requested; American School of Nursing and Medical Careers will assume these costs. Students will also be required, in accordance with clinical site requirements, to provide proof of an updated health exam, an up-to-date flu shot, and/or additional titers at any time during the course of the program dependent on clinical site requirements; these costs are the responsibility of the student. If a student’s drug test is returned as positive, the student will not be permitted to attend clinical training due to clinical site requirements. Withdrawal from the program may be necessary and re-entry into clinical courses will be dependent upon the student producing a negative drug screening at their own expense, prior to re-admission.

Acceptance into Practical NursingA student is considered to be qualified for acceptance into the next available nursing cohort when her/his application file is complete. Acceptance of a qualified student is determined on a first qualified, first admitted basis.

AcceptanceUpon completion of the required documents for admission, the applicants are notified in writing of their acceptance.


Transfer Credit Policy

Trigram Education Partners (“Trigram”) students may be granted transfer credits towards their total program hours/credits where the transfer credit is from one of Trigram school to another Trigram school (e.g., transferring from Branford Hall to Harris School). A. The Education Department at the school will review

transcripts to determine what hours/credits, if any, can be transferred. Students that returns or transfers into a new program or new program version may be granted transfer credit towards the total program hours/credits from one Trigram school to another.

B. Transfer credits will count as hours/credits attempted and completed for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) calculation and in the Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA). This means a passing grade and non passing grade will be part of the SAP and CGPA calculations.

C. Trigram Courses that are being transferred from one enrollment at the school to a new enrollment due to program changes, schedule changes, and reentry/reenroll activity will show on the transcript with the original grade earned, including “F” and “W”’s and will also calculate for GPA and SAP using the original grade. This includes same school codes.

D. Skill Assessment Test. Trigram students returning one year or more will be required to take a skills assessment test, even if the student only needs to complete an externship. All Skill Assessment tests will be documented and graded. If the student fails the test, the student will audit or re-take the course.a. Medical Assistant - Hands on Skill Assessmentb. Massage Therapy - Hands on Skill Assessmentc. All other programs will have a written Skill

Assessmentd. All skills assessments must be documented and

graded

E. Course was completed no more than 5 years prior to date of request. Courses older than this may or may not be accepted for transfer, and an appeal justifying the recognition of these courses must be submitted.Transfer of Credit within Trigram

Education Partners Campuses

Like other higher education institutions, Trigram may accept credits from other schools or colleges as long as the institution is recognized by the US Department of Education. The prospective students may be granted transfer credit up to 25% of the total program credits/hours from an outside institution. A. The Education Department at the school will review

transcripts to determine what hours/credits, if any, will be granted. This determination must be made before the student starts. Note that transfer hours/credits will not be included in the calculation of eligibility for Federal Title IV financial aid.

B. The student must submit:a. Official Transcript (signed with the school seal)b. A catalog of the institution, which describes

the courses for which transfer hours/credits is sought.

C. Hours/credits will be considered for transfer hours/ credits toward graduation if the following criteria are met prior to starting school:c. Official transcript and catalog with course

descriptions are reviewedd. Course is adjudged equivalent in content, hours

and creditse. A Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.0 (C) or better

was achieved, C+ or better for Practical Nursing students

f. Course was completed no more than 5 years prior to date of request

D. All courses transferred from another institution will be marked with a “T”

The following courses within the Practical Nursing program are not able to be accepted as transfer credits: PN101, PN102, PN103, Pharmacology

Transfer of Credit from an Institution other than a Trigram School

The following policies regarding transfer of credit apply to all students including VA beneficiaries.


A. Students will be charged on a pro-rata credit for tuition based on number of hours remaining in the program.

B. Any courses for which a student requests transfer credit must have been completed within the past 5 years.

C. Students may appeal the transfer credit decision by writing to Trigram’s Education Specialist at:

Trigram Education Partners545 Long Wharf Drive, 5th Fl

New Haven, CT 06511

Notes for Credit Transfers (both from a Trigram school or from a USDOE recognized institution)

Transfer of Credit From an Institution Other Than a Trigram School Like other higher education institutions, Trigram may accept credits from other schools or colleges as long as the institution is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Dept. of Education. The Prospective students may be granted transfer credit up to 25% of the total program credits from an outside institution.


Financial Aid InformationAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers’ Practical Nursing program is approved by the U.S. Department of Education for Federal Title IV Funding. Federal Title IV Financial Aid is available to those who qualify. All students are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine their eligibility for Title IV Federal Student Aid. Student must reapply each year. Students should meet with a representative from the Financial Aid office for assistance in applying for Title IV Student Financial Aid and to discuss all options available to them to help fund their tuition. Payment plan arrangements can be made for balances not covered by Title IV Financial Aid. All payments are expected in accordance with the agreed upon payment schedule.

Student Financial Aid InformationAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers is authorized to participate in the following Federal Student Aid (Title IV HEA) programs:• Federal Pell Grant• Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)• William D. Ford Direct Loan Program (Subsidized and

Unsubsidized Direct Loans)• Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)• Federal Work Study Program (FWS)

Eligibility for Financial AidTo be eligible for financial aid from federal or state sources, students must meet the following criteria:• Be accepted into a certificate program• Be a United States citizen, permanent resident of the

United States or other eligible non-citizen• Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress• Not be in default on any federal loan programs• Not owe a refund on a federal grant• Have a social security number• Male students must be registered with Selective

Service• Be able to demonstrate financial need

The school participates in many types of financial aid programs. Two basic types of financial aid are offered:

Grants, which require no repaymentLoans, which a student must repay after graduation

Grants & LoansFederal Pell Grant: Funds are available to eligible students attending approved schools. This need-based federal grant varies in amount per academic year and is determined on completion of FAFSA. Amounts vary based on need and availability of funds.

Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG): The SEOG grant is reserved for qualifying students with exceptional financial need. Eligibility is determined by the Financial Aid Office and is based on the availability of funds.

Direct Subsidized Loans: Loans for students with demonstrated financial need, as determined by federal regulations. No interest is charged while a student is in school at least half-time or during the grace period.

Direct Unsubsidized Loans: Are not based on financial need; interest is charged during all periods, even during the time a student is in school and during grace and deferment periods.

Federal PLUS Loans: Are unsubsidized loans for the parents of dependent students. PLUS loans help pay for education expenses up to the cost of attendance minus all other financial assistance. Interest is charged during all periods.


Notice of Student Financial Aid Penalties for Drug Law ViolationsStudents who have been convicted for the possession or sale of illegal drugs for an offense that occurred or occurs while they are receiving federal students aid (such as grants, loans or work-study), may lose their eligibility for aid.

Method of Financial Aid DisbursementDisbursements of Pell Grants and student loans are made in no less than two separate disbursements, provided that the student has completed all necessary paperwork to be eligible for the programs and is maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress at the scheduled disbursements points.

Entrance & Exit CounselingAll student loan recipients are required by the U.S. Department of Education to receive entrance and exit counseling to ensure they are aware of their rights and responsibilities under the specific loan program which applies to them. Topics include the lender’s name and address, amount of the loan(s) borrowed, terms of repayment, interest which will be charged, prerequisites for requesting deferment of repayment, requirements to keep the lender informed, and consequences of defaulting on repayment of a student loan. The Financial Aid Office is responsible for scheduling and conducting entrance and exit counseling with borrowers at the appropriate times. Students are expected to complete their entrance and exit counseling sessions with the Financial Aid Office.

Student Payment PlansPayments may be made in the form of a personal check, a certified check, a money order, debit card or a bank check. Visa, MasterCard, and Discover may also be used to pay tuition. Books and materials will not be issued until all current fees are paid. Students who have entered into a payment plan are expected to pay according to the prearranged payment plan agreed upon at the time of enrollment. If students are unable to meet their financial obligations, provisions for late payment may be set up at the discretion of the Financial Aid Director and/or Campus Director. If provisions are not met, it may be necessary to dismiss a student for negligence to pay. All outstanding student account balances must be paid in full prior to graduation or upon withdrawal. Upon satisfactory completion of a program and discharge of all financial obligations, students will be awarded a Certificate of Completion. In the case where a student has arranged a payment plan that extends beyond their graduation date and where a certificate of completion or official transcript are needed in order to apply for certification or licensure, American School of Nursing and Medical Careers will release the documentation directly to the certification or licensing body, in partnership with the student. Delinquent accounts that prove not to be collectible may be submitted to a collection agency for processing.

Service ChargeIn the event that a personal check rendered for payment of obligations is returned by the bank for insufficient funds or for any other reason, a $25 non- sufficient funds fee will be charged to the student.

Books & SuppliesStudents will be charged for books and supplies received unless, in case of cancellation, they are promptly returned in proper condition for resale. Failure to stay current with your payment obligations puts you at risk for adverse consequences which could include holding back of textbooks.


In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679 subsection (e), this school adopts the following additional provisions for any students using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post 9/11 G.I. Bill® (Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while payment to the institution is pending from the VA. This school will not:

• Prevent the students enrollment;• Assess a late penalty fee to;• Require student secure alternative or additional funding;• Deny their access to any resources (access to

classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities) available to other students who have satisfied their tuition and fee bills to the institution.

However, to qualify for this provision, such students may be required to:

• Provide Chapter 33 Certificate of Eligibility (or its equivalent) or for Chapter 31, VA VR&E’s contract with the school on VA Form 28-1905 by the first day of class.

• Note: Chapter 33 students can register at the VA Regional Office to use E-Benefits to get the equivalent of a Chapter 33 Certificate of Eligibility. Chapter 31 student cannot get a completed VA Form 28-1905 (or any equivalent) before the VA VR&E case-manager issues it to the school.

• Provide written request to be certified;• Provide additional information needed to properly

certify the enrollment as described in other institutional policies

Other Financial OptionsTuition Payment Plans: A tuition deposit of 25% is required by the first day of class. Two plans are available for paying the balance of tuition; full payment of tuition on or before the date classes start or payment of tuition balance in monthly installments. Payments may be made in the form of a personal check, a certified check, a money order, a bank check, or a credit card. Visa, MasterCard, and Discover are accepted.

Third Party Payers: Organizations may sponsor students by authorizing the payment of tuition and fees. Students must submit to the Financial Aid Office, a letter of authorization or a purchase order/award letter from the sponsoring organization. Invoices will be forwarded to the appropriate organization. Payments from the organization will be due and payable within 30 days of invoice date.

Vocational Rehabilitation: Students with a physical disability may obtain grants-in-aid providing assistance for meeting school-related costs through the NH Vocational Rehabilitation Commission.

Veterans Administration Funds: Veterans and dependents of veterans should check with state approving agencies to determine eligibility.

Questions about VA Benefits, contact the GI Hotline: (888) 422-4551

New Hampshire State Approving Agency: Division of Higher Education Higher Education Commission

Veterans Education Services101 Pleasant StreetConcord, NH 03301

GI Bill® Educational BenefitsThe Department of Higher Education, under Title38 United States Code, has approved the Practical Nursing program at American School of Nursing and Medical Careers for education benefits. To determine eligibility for VA benefits contact the Veterans Affairs Office to obtain the necessary application (VA Form 22-5490). Once the application is complete, the application must be submitted to American School of Nursing and Medical Careers’ certifying official. The certifying official needs to certify the student’s enrollment at the school to the VA using VA Form

22-1999. The application and the certification of enrollment will be submitted by the certifying official to the Regional Processing Office for payment. It is the applicant’s responsibility to contact the school’s certifying official to initiate the payment of benefits. It is also the applicant’s responsibility to notify the certifying official of change in program, withdraw from a course or school, non-attendance, or other matters affecting academic status. The student may obtain an application by calling 888-442-4551 or by logging on to the national web site at www.gibill.va.gov.

VA Pending Payment Compliance


Cancellation and Refund PolicyTuition & Other Charges - Period of ObligationFollowing the start of classes, the institution will establish a ledger of tuition and other charges incurred by the student, as shown on the front side of the enrollment agreement. Tuition charges, as outlined on page 53, will be applied in one or more parts called periods of obligation, depending on the length of the program. The period of obligation set by the school is 450 instructional hours. Programs less than 450 hours will have tuition charged in full in one part, while programs longer than 450 hours but equal to or less than 900 hours will have tuition charges applied across two periods of obligation, while programs greater than 900 hours will have tuition charges spread across three or more periods of obligation depending on how many 450-hour periods are needed. The institution, for the sake of clarity, will create a ledger card detailing the entire cost of the program with each period of obligation clearly marked so that the students can understand and verify the full and complete cost of the program as shown on the front side of this agreement. For the benefit of the student the institution will secure financial aid or complete financial planning to cover all periods of obligation. The student is obligated to pay the charges attributed to the period of obligation at the beginning of each period of obligation unless other financing arrangements have been made. By way of an example, a program with tuition costs of $9,100 that is 910 hours in length will have three periods obligation. The first two periods of obligation will be 450 hours in length, and appear on the ledger card as $4,500 charges, while the last period of obligation will be 10 hours in length and cost $100. By way of an example, if a student attending a 900-hour program was scheduled for 450 hours of classes and began the 451st hour, the student would be obligated for tuition charges relating to the first and second period of financial obligation.

Institutional Refund & Cancellation PolicyThe school will provide a full refund of all monies paid if the student cancels the enrollment agreement within 72 hours (until midnight of the third day excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) of signing it.

If the student pays any fees in advance of the first class session, and if the 72-hour cancellation privilege period has passed, and if the student decides not to attend the program by not showing for classes, or if the enrollment is rejected by the school, the school will refund all monies paid less the application fee.

If it becomes necessary for the class to be canceled or delayed prior to the start of classes, the student will have the option of accepting the delay and joining the next scheduled class start or requesting a full refund of all monies paid, including non-refundable application fee.

In the event of withdrawal by the student after expiration of the 72 hour cancellation privilege or dismissal by the school, the school shall retain the application and registration fees, the non-refundable cost of the textbooks required by the classes attended and issued to and used by the student, and a prorated portion of tuition and laboratory fees/other, based upon the last day of attendance and the number of program hours the student was scheduled for through the last day of attendance. The pro-ration is calculated as follows, from the last date of attendance: A. If the departure from the program occurs during the

first week of class or 7 calendar days, tuition charges withheld will not exceed 10 percent of the stated tuition to a maximum of $500.00.


B. After the first week of class and through 60 percent of the period of financial obligation, charges retained will not exceed a prorata portion of tuition for the training period completed, plus 10 percent of the unearned tuition for the period of training not completed, up to a maximum of $1,000.00.

C. After 60 percent of the period of financial obligation is completed, the school may retain the full tuition. We will return refunds within 30 days of date of determination of withdrawal or cancellation. The date of determination used for withdrawal or cancellation will be: 1. Withdrawal

a. Date the school received notification from a student of their intent to withdraw, or

b. The last date of attendance, if student is dismissed or expelled by school, or

c. 14 days following last day of attendance in the event the student has not communicated their intent to withdraw and has failed to attend classes for 14 consecutive calendar days.

2. Cancellation - In the case of a cancellation of enrollment due to a failure to attend or class delay or cancellation request, the date of notification or originally scheduled start date is used, whichever is sooner.

The tuition charges will be attributed on the basis of periods of financial obligation, as stated above, which is equivalent to 450 hours of training or the balance of training hours remaining in the program if less than 450 hours. In no case will the period of obligation for students extend more than 12 months, and in most cases the period of financial obligation (450 training hours) will be between 15 and 40 weeks in length. For a student who is dismissed or who withdraws from the program, refund of tuition due to the student for the period of financial obligation will be calculated by doing a detailed comparison between the Institutional and State refunds policies, if applicable. A refund will be issued according to whichever is more lenient to the student.

New Hampshire Disclosure1. All refunds shall be paid within 30 days upon

written notification from a student of cancellation or withdrawal; and

2. Students receiving benefits from federal programs shall be subject to the federal refund policies, rules, and regulations.


Academic Information

Maintenance of Academic RecordsStudent files are maintained by each respective department on campus while the student is in attendance. After leaving the school, the various parts of a students file are combined into one file which is maintained by the Education Department for a period of five years from the date the student leaves school. After this point, the official academic transcript is maintained indefinitely.

Measurement of InstructionThe unit of measurement of instruction is clock hours. A clock hour is defined as 60 consecutive minutes of which a minimum of 50 minutes is dedicated to instruction. An academic year is defined as 900 clock hours.

Course NumberingThe course numbering system uses an alpha numeric or letter identifier. The alpha portion of the number or letter identifies the subject area while the numeric portion determines the course difficulty level.

Leave of AbsenceAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers does not offer a leave of absence. Students who are unable to progress normally towards the completion of their program of study must be withdrawn, but are able to return based on the guidelines established in this catalog.

Student/Faculty RatioIn general, the average faculty to student ratio at American School of Nursing and Medical Careers is 1:38 for Lecture and 1:8 for Labs and Clinical.

The classrooms are designed to support this ratio.

WithdrawalIn the event of a student’s withdrawal or dismissal prior to completion of the program, the tuition charge will be computed as set forth in the Cancellation & Refund Policy, referred to in this catalog and fully explained on the back of the student enrollment agreement. A student will be expected to submit notification of his/her intent to withdraw and will be expected to complete an exit interview with the Education Department and Financial Aid Department. School property, including parking permit must be returned upon withdrawal. (Refer to policy on pages 42-43) If a student is actively enrolled in a course of study at the time of withdrawal, a “W” (Withdrawal) will be entered for the final grade of that course.

This withdrawal policy applies to all students including VA beneficiaries.

Re-EnrollmentAny student who has withdrawn from school, or has been dismissed, may request re-enrollment. The request is to be addressed to the director of the program and/or the Campus Director or his/her designee. The student must satisfactorily demonstrate that any problem that caused withdrawal or dismissal during the previous enrollment has been corrected. The re-enrollment process will require that the student meet directly with the Retention Committee, which includes the Campus Director, department or program leader, and Financial Aid Departments. Re-enrollment approval will be at the discretion of the Retention Committee and the student will be notified of their final determination. Should a student be accepted for re-enrollment, they will immediately enter a 30-day probationary period and be required to demonstrate acceptable academic progress.


Students Returning Within 180 Days from the Last Date of AttendanceA student who returns to school within 180 days from their last date of attendance (LDA) and enters into the same program at the same school will not be charged any additional fees. Also, they will not be responsible for any tuition increase that may have occurred. The returning student will be required to meet with Financial Aid prior to re-entering school to determine his or her financial aid eligibility.

Students Returning After 180 Days from the Last Date of AttendanceIf a student returns to school after 180 days from their last date of attendance (LDA) and/or transfers to a different program or campus, then the student will be considered to be starting a new payment period for purposes of calculating their program costs and financial aid. The institution treats the hours remaining in the program as if they are a students’ entire program. Also, the student will have their academic hours evaluated to determine the amount of hours that are transferable upon reenrolling. The student will be responsible for a new enrollment fee, lab fee, book and supplies fee, and any increase in tuition.

Change of ProgramIn order for a student to change from one program to another they must be making Satisfactory Academic Progress. The student must seek the approval of the director of the program and/or the Campus Director or his/her designee who will make the determination based on the student’s academic standing. The student’s transcript will be evaluated for the possible transfer of credits.

Program Start & End DatesThe Practical Nursing program has class starts approximately three times per calendar year. The learning begins immediately. Please refer to the Academic Calendar for start and end dates.

Clinical AssignmentsSome courses of study at American School of Nursing and Medical Careers require completion of a clinical assignment. During clinical the student will apply his or her knowledge and skills in an actual work setting while under the supervision of qualified personnel. Successful completion of the clinical is a requirement for graduation. Please note that clinical hours are arranged according to the needs of the clinical sites. Students are responsible for adjusting their schedules to the availability of clinical hours including weekends.

Competence with ConfidenceAt American School of Nursing and Medical Careers, success is based on competence. Courses are designed with built-in benchmarks that determine progress and monitor performance. Students are tested for their understanding of the subject before advancing to the next. Knowledge and skills are presented in appropriate time blocks that builds level- by-level, so that students achieve competence and confidence as each one is developed. Through our unique system, students will succeed with confidence, knowing that they are truly competent in the areas they have mastered.

TestingFaculty will test student knowledge at announced and unannounced times during the course. The grading policy for quizzes is written in the course syllabus. All exams are completed at the regularly scheduled time. A student may take any quiz, test, or exam one time only. It is the responsibility of the student to be prepared for all testing.

Note: Accommodations can be made for individual student testing differences according to 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Any student seeking an accommodation must make this request to the instructor before the start of the course and the request must be formally approved.

Students who are late to class may not be allowed into the classroom when a test is being proctored, out of respect for all students. Consistent tardiness to exams may lead to disciplinary action.


Make-Up WorkStudents are allowed to make up work, such as: quizzes, tests, writing assignments, skill assignments, and other work missed during didactic classes, labs, and clinical. To be eligible for make-up hours, a student must inform the school of his/her absence prior to the start of the first class scheduled for the day/evening school session. The make-up work must be relevant to the course work missed during the student’s absence and must be completed at the school or at the clinical site in the case where clinical work was missed. Make up time is dependent upon faculty and clinical site availability and may not automatically be available. The student must make up the time whenever convenient for the faculty and/or the clinical site. Students may only make up 10% of the clock hours for any course. 100% of lab and clinical hours must be completed in order for the student to successfully complete the lab/clinical courses with a passing grade. Student must obtain 85% attendance in the course or the student will receive a failed grade (F) and be withdrawn from the course.

(Example: In a 45 hour course, the student is able to make up 4.5 total hours (10%) and must attend a minimum of 38.25 hours (85% of course clock hours). Therefore, if a student missed 11.25 hours of the course, but made up 4.5 hours missed, they would achieve the minimum 85% attendance requirement for the course. However, if the student missed 11.25 hours that were all lab hours which are required to be attended at 100%, it would not be possible to pass the course because only 4.5 hours of the total hours missed could be made up.)

The student must receive a relevant make-up assignment from the course instructor. Make-up work must be completed as assigned by the instructor and must normally be completed within one week of the original due date. Holiday make up will be scheduled for holidays, please refer to the Holiday Calendar on page 54. Exceptions to the make up work policy are extremely rare and must be evaluated and approved by the Campus Director or Director of Nursing on a case-by-case basis.

1. Without exception, the student must notify the school on the day of absence

2. Upon returning to school, the student must see their instructor(s) to get permission to make up time. The absence hours will be discussed and documentation (court papers, doctor notes, etc.) should be presented

3. The instructor(s) complete the Make-Up Form including the assignment, outlining text material and research papers. If the student is going to take a test, the instructor(s) will mark their name on the test and supply directions if necessary, and leave the test with the make-up proctor

4. Upon completion of the hour(s) of make up, the make-up proctor will validate the Make-Up Work Documentation Form

5. The proctor will then forward the completed Make- Up Work Documentation Form to the Registrar for processing of attendance hours

6. The instructor(s) will be provided with the assignments for formal grading and evaluation

GradingThe following policies regarding grading apply to all students including VA beneficiaries.

Students are graded to evaluate their progress in terms of proficiency expected as employees within their respective fields. Grades may be determined through assignments, class work, tests, quizzes, lab skills, and final examinations. All course grades are recorded in the student academic record. Students are provided with their final grade for the course within five days of course completion. Students may request a grade report at any time from the Education Department.

At the beginning of each course or clinical experience, the student will be informed of the course or clinical objectives, the course outline, assignments, quizzes, tests, examinations, presentations, return demonstrations, and clinical performances expected. Inability to meet these expectations and maintain academic standards will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The student will be assisted through the Student Assistance/Remediation procedure. This procedure is intended to help the student resolve the issue, not to be punitive.


Letter Grade

Percentage Equivalent

Grade Point Average Description

A 93-100 4.0

A- 90-92 3.67

B+ 87-89 3.33

B 83-86 3.0

B- 80-82 2.67

C+ 77-79 2.33

F 0-76 0.0 Fail

T - - Transfer

W - - Withdraw

ATTCON - - Attendance Concluded

The following minimum academic standards must be met by all students including VA beneficiaries:• Achieve a minimum grade of 77% (letter grade of C+)

in all Practical Nursing courses• Achieve an Attendance Concluded “ATTCON” grade

in all clinical experiences• Attend at least 85% of total course hours• Attend 100% Skills Practice labs• Attend 100% Clinical Experiences at clinical sites

Letter grades are assigned numerical equivalents so that each student's progress may be reflected in terms of a grade point average (GPA). The GPA is a weighted average calculated by multiplying the term clock hours for each course by the grade point equivalent received for that course, summing the results, and dividing the sum by the total term clock hours. The school does not offer incomplete as a grade.

Numerical and letter grade equivalents are as follows:

Grade AppealStudents may appeal to the Education Department for review of their grades or academic status. The appeal must be made in writing within ten days of the grade determination. A designated committee consisting of the department directors and/or their designees will review all appeals. The committee’s decision will be final.

Course RepetitionsWhen a student, including a VA beneficiary receives an “F” (failed) grade in a course, the student will be required to repeat the class. The school may allow a student to continue within his/her current class as long as the class failed is not a prerequisite for subsequent courses that will be taken before the failed course is retaken. If necessary, the student’s program will be extended at no extra charge. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers recognizes that students may need to retake class/classes due to a failing grade. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers permits this to occur, however a student must understand the following:• When a class is retaken, both grades will appear on

the final transcript, however only the higher grade will be used to calculate the GPA on the final transcript

• In calculating GPA for a successful repeat of a course, the new grade will replace the old grade and the hours will not be included. However for determining minimum academic achievement and successful course completion, the amount of clock hours attempted will include both the first and second attempt of the class

• Financial aid eligibility may be affected. Therefore, it is the student’s responsibility to consult with a Financial Aid Advisor

• No additional tuition is charged for retaking a course. However, if a student retaking a course subsequently withdraws or is dismissed, all hours attended are used for calculation of the refund policy. Additionally, students will be responsible for purchasing textbooks and workbooks that have been updated

• A student may only fail and repeat the same course once unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent the student from successfully completing the course

• Please note: failure of the clinical portion (90 hours) of PN101, PN102, and PN103 will result in failure of the entire course, and vice-versa.

Course EvaluationsAt the end of each course, students are asked to complete a confidential evaluation form. Comments are considered as part of the course/program review and quality assurance/improvement process.


Nurse Practice Act

326-B:13 Scope of Practice; Licensed Practical NurseI. An LPN shall, with or without compensation or

personal profit, practice under the supervision of an RN, APRN, licensed physician, or dentist. Such practice is guided by nursing standards established by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing and approved by the board, and shall be limited to:a. Collecting data and conducting focused nursing

assessments of the health status of clients.b. Planning nursing care for clients with stable

conditions.c. Participating in the development and

modification of the comprehensive plan of care for all types of clients.

d. Implementing appropriate aspects of the strategy of care within the LPN scope of practice.

e. Participating in nursing care management through delegating, assigning, and directing nursing interventions that may be performed by others, including other LPNs, that do not conflict with this chapter.

f. Maintaining safe and effective nursing care rendered directly or indirectly.

g. Promoting a safe and therapeutic environment.h. Participating in health teaching and counseling

to promote, attain, and maintain the optimum health level of clients.

i. Serving as an advocate for the client by communicating and collaborating with other health service personnel.

j. Participating in the evaluation of client responses to interventions.

k. Communicating and collaborating with other health care professionals.

l. Providing input into the development of policies and procedures.

m. Other nursing services that require education and training prescribed by the board and in conformance with national nursing standards. Additional nursing services shall be commensurate with the LPN’s experience, continuing education, and demonstrated LPN competencies.

II. Each nurse is accountable to clients, the nursing profession, and the board for complying with the requirements of this chapter and the quality of nursing care rendered and for recognizing limits of knowledge and experience and planning for management of situations beyond the nurse’s expertise.

III. LPNs who have successfully completed the curriculum of a board- approved LPN intravenous therapy course may administer intravenous solutions under the direction of a physician or dentist, or as delegated by an RN

IV. Any expansion of the scope of practice shall be adopted by legislation in accordance with RSA 332-G:6.

Source. 2005, 293:1. 2009, 54:4, eff. July 21, 2009.


Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress

Process Overview & ResponsibilitiesTrigram Education Partners schools employ proactive strategies for effective instruction, advisement, tutoring and intervention that effectively support each student’s academic achievement and advance students toward their career goals. Students are expected to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and progress toward graduation. Students are graded at regular intervals.

The Education Department is responsible for calculating SAP for each enrolled student according to the SAP Standards outlined in this policy and in the school catalog. The Financial Aid Office will review calculated SAP for each student to determine eligibility for financial aid.

Same As or Stricter ThanTrigram Education Partners schools employ an early intervention plan aimed at helping students achieve their best. To that end, the Education Department monitors academic success at the evaluation points outlined in the SAP policy and intervenes as appropriate to assist students at risk of not meeting SAP standards. Students who are at risk are evaluated at the evaluation points outlined in the SAP policy and are counseled by the Education Department. The Education Department works with at risk students to develop an academic plan. At risk students must be placed on a Plan for Academically Successful Students (PASS) that will help them achieve the standards necessary to meet SAP standards by their next official evaluation point. Official SAP calculations are evaluated only to coincide with the evaluation points outlined in the SAP policy.The SAP policy is applied to all students regardless of receipt of Tile IV Financial Aid. Students must maintain SAP to:

• Remain in their enrolled program• Remain eligible for Title IV Financial Aid

• To determine graduation

Qualitative MeasureAll students are expected to maintain a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 2.67 at the mid point of each academic year and at graduation.

Quantitative MeasureAll students are expected to complete their program within 150 percent of the published length of the program. Quantitative progress is measured at the midpoint of each academic year.

Clock HourAn example would be a Practical Nursing program that consists of 1,200 clock hours. The maximum number of clock hours a student can attempt and still graduate is 1,800 based on 150% of the program.

Quantitative progress is calculated by dividing the cumulative number of clock hours the student has completed by the cumulative number of clock hours attempted. For transfer students, credits accepted for transfer towards the students program will count towards both the credit hours earned and credit hours attempted categories. Pace is measured at midpoint of each academic year as follows:• Upon completion of half the credit or clock hours and

weeks in an academic year (whichever is greater), cumulative pace must be equal to or greater than 67%

• Upon completion of the remaining credit or clock hours and weeks in the remainder of the academic year or remaining portion of a program, cumulative pace must be equal to or greater than 67%

Evaluation PeriodsTo ensure that students are making sufficient progress both quantitatively and qualitatively, SAP is officially evaluated at each mid point and end of each academic year.

The Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress on pages 24-26 apply to all students including VA beneficiaries


Failure to maintain SAPUpon determination that a student has not met the SAP requirements, they will be assigned one of three statuses. In all cases, these students will need to meet with an academic advisor to discuss their PASS plan.

Warning/Financial Aid Warning StatusStudents who fail to meet either the qualitative or quantitative standards outlined above at the first evaluation point of an academic year will be automatically placed on warning/financial aid warning for the remainder of the academic year. The student will receive notification of this status and will be encouraged to meet with the Director of Education/ Campus Director to discuss their PASS plan. Students, including VA beneficiaries on warning will remain eligible for financial aid and/or VA benefits for the remainder of the academic year. Students can not be placed on financial aid warning for more than one payment period.

SAP ProbationStudents in a “SAP Not Met” status will be notified in writing and given the opportunity to appeal. Successful appeal will change their status to “SAP Probation” and they will regain Title IV eligibility.

SAP Not MetStudents, including VA beneficiaries who do not meet the SAP benchmarks for a second consecutive evaluation will be placed in a “SAP Not Met” status. Students, including VA beneficiaries placed in a SAP Not Met status will be ineligible for Title IV aid and/or VA benefits. The student must meet with the Director of Education/Campus Director or designee within seven days to avoid potential dismissal.

AppealsStudents, including VA beneficiaries may appeal a determination they are not making SAP to the Director of Education/Campus Director or designee, to account for mitigating circumstances (i.e. family member’s death, illness etc.). To be eligible for an appeal, the Education Department must determine that the student will be able to meet SAP standards by the end of the academic year and develop a PASS plan which, if followed ensures the student will be making SAP by the specified point in time. Students who successfully appeal a SAP determination will be placed on SAP probation and will remain eligible for aid for the remainder of the academic year. Students who do not successfully appeal remain ineligible for aid. Students may only appeal once per program. Students must submit a written appeal to the Director of Education/Campus Director within seven calendar days of being placed in “SAP Not Met” status. The Director of Education/Campus Director will respond to all appeals within seven days of receipt of a request for SAP appeal. As with any Professional Judgment decision, appeals are only considered on a case-by-case basis, to account for unusual circumstances.

DocumentationAs with any use of Professional Judgment, adequate documentation is critical. A student who appeals must submit information explaining why he or she failed to meet SAP Standards, and what has changed in his or her situation which will allow him or her to make SAP by the next evaluation point.

Academic Success Plans - Re-Establishment of SAPStudents who successfully appeal a determination that he or she is not meeting SAP standards must work with the Director of Education/Campus Director to develop an Academic Success Plan. Academic Success Plans must be developed on a student-by-student basis and designed in such a way that, if followed, the student will be meeting SAP standards by the next evaluation period. Plans may be as simple as a mathematical calculation that specifies the percentage of coursework the student must complete or as detailed as a course by course plan toward certificate completion.


Regaining EligibilityA student not making SAP may re-establish eligibility for aid and SAP by meeting qualitative and quantitative components of the SAP policy.

Categories of StudentsStudents who are not recipients of Title IV aid are required to meet the standards of the SAP policy to remain in their enrolled program.

Failing GradesGrades of “F” are counted as hours attempted but not achieved and have a 0.0 value toward GPA. Repetitions of courses are counted as hours attempted. However, both the original clock hours and subsequent repetitions must be calculated as hours attempted in the successful course completion percentage. A student may only fail and repeat the same course once unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent the student from successfully completing the course. Extenuating circumstances will be determined by the Campus Director and the VP of Accreditation and Regulatory Affairs. Repeated courses may adversely affect a student’s academic progress in terms of the maximum time frame, which is 150% of the published length of the program.

WithdrawalsWithdrawals are counted as attempted but not achieved. A student must withdraw from the entire program; a student cannot withdraw from a course. Students who withdraw from a program before the end of the term will be given a grade of “W”. Trigram Education Parners schools do not assign “Incomplete” grades to individual classes. When the student is given permission to re-enter the program, the determination is first made that the student will complete the program within the 150% timeframe. When a student reenters a program with less than a 2.67 CGPA, he/she will be put on Academic Advisement.

Change of ProgramAll attempted clock hours on any courses that are applicable will be counted as attempted clock hours in the new program.

Audited Courses/Review ClassesStudents auditing courses and/or reviewing classes will not earn a grade. Audited courses and review classes are not counted as hours attempted or achieved and are not graded.

Pass/FailPass/Fail courses will be counted toward the quantitative progress only.

NoticesUpdates to the Title IV SAP Policy will be published in updates to the Financial Aid Policy and Procedures Manual, school catalog, and other manuals as applicable.

Transfer/Proficiency CreditsTransfer and Proficiency credits, will be counted as hours attempted and hours earned, but will not be counted in the CGPA.

Remedial/Non-Punitive GradesWe do not offer remedial classes or classes with non- punitive grades. The school does not offer extended enrollment.


Family Educational Rights and Privacy

Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 C.F.R.Part 99), students are provided with certain rights associated with their education records. These rights include the right to inspect and review the student’s education records; the right to seek amendment of the student’s education records that the student believes to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights; and the right to file with the Department of Education a complaint pursuant to 34 C.F.R §§ 99.63, 99.64 concerning alleged failures by American School of Nursing and Medical Careers to comply with the requirements of FERPA.

FERPA also provides students with the right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA does not require such consent. FERPA allows schools to disclose education records containing personally identifiable information without student permission to the following third parties or under the following conditions (34 CFR § 99.31):• School officials with legitimate educational interests.

School officials at are defined as those persons employed by American School of Nursing and Medical Careers in an administrative or academic position (including faculty and staff), whose position requires access to the records to fulfill their job responsibilities;

• Other schools to which a student is transferring or already enrolled;

• Specified officials or representatives of the school for audit or evaluation purposes (such as auditors or attorneys);

• Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student;

• Organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the school;

• The disclosure is information designated as “directory information.” For these purposes, “directory information” includes the student’s Name, Address; Telephone listing; Email address; Photograph; Program of study; Dates of attendance; Enrollment status; Degrees, honors and rewards received; and the most recent educational agency or institution attended;

• Accrediting organizations;• Parents of a dependent student as defined in Section

152 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986;• To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued

subpoena;• Appropriate officials in cases of health and safety

emergencies;• Appropriate parties in the case of certain violations of

school policy and/or state and federal law; and• Federal, State, and Local authorities pursuant to

specific federal and state laws, including but not limited to, the Department of Veteran Affairs and the Internal Revenue Service in compliance with the Taxpayer Relief Act.

Students have the right to refuse to permit the school to designate any or all of the information defined above as “directory information” by submitting a request in writing to the Financial Aid office.

Students who wish to examine their academic files may make an appointment with the Campus Director to do so. A student has the right to challenge and request correction of any item in the student’s education record. Such requests must be made in writing and sent to the Director of Education or Campus Director for consideration.

FERPA is administered by:Family Compliance Office

United States Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue, SW

Washington, D.C. 20202-5920


Attendance

Importance of AttendanceKnowledge and technical skills are best developed through being engaged in the learning environment and diligent practice. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers provides the environment, guidance, and continuous opportunities to learn and improve these skills through regular practice sessions. For this reason, all students are strongly urged to attend classes as scheduled. In order to successfully achieve the learning objectives of each course, satisfactory attendance is extremely important and required of all students. Student attendance records are maintained according to individual attendance schedules and become a part of each student's permanent file. As attendance and punctuality are of great concern to employers, students should always strive to maintain their schedule of attendance. A student should be punctual to class, come to class on a regular schedule, and submit their best work to the instructor. If potential employers contact the school for a reference, a good attendance record will certainly be in a student's favor when they apply for employment. Employers will pay as much for dependability as ability to perform the required technical skills.

Attendance PolicyStudent is required to:• Attend at least 85% of all didactic classroom

sessions, 100% skills practice labs, and 100% clinical experiences at affiliating agencies. Failure to do so will result in failure of the course/program.

• Complete all reading assignments prior to class. Student should plan to spend a minimum of 1 hour of studying for every 2 hours spent in the classroom.

• Arrive on time. All classes will begin promptly as scheduled. Out of respect to all students, students who are late for a class may not be allowed into the classroom until the first break

• Students must turn off cell phone/pager during class time

• Make appropriate arrangements for childcare and other family arrangements prior to beginning a course

• Schedule all medical or other personal appointments outside of class or clinical time

• Exercise judgment concerning attendance if the weather presents a risk to personal safety

• Exercise judgment regarding personal illness, or, follow the recommendations of her or his medical provider

• If the student is scheduled for a class and will not be present or will be tardy, the student must call the school at (603) 622-8400 and leave a message for the instructor. Email notifications are not acceptable. Reports will not be accepted from another student except in an emergency

• The student must notify by phone the clinical instructor and the school of any absence prior to the time that he/she is expected to report• Note: If the student is absent from class or clinical

and does not call in, he/she will be considered No Call/No Show and disciplinary action will be taken with possible suspension and/ or dismissal. Any quiz or assignment missed for that class will receive a zero grade

• Note: In the event of an absence of more than two days and/or a communicable disease, the student must present a signed clearance from her or his medical provider in order to return to class.

• The student is expected to arrive at all clinical sites 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start of the clinical. Tardiness may result in the student being sent home, at the discretion of the clinical instructor and/ or clinical site personnel. In that case, the student must make up the clinical time in order to pass the course and graduate. The opportunity to make up clinical time is dependent upon facility and instructor availability. If a student misses more than two days of clinicals, it may not be possible to arrange additional make-up days which would result in failure of the course.

The Attendance standards on pages 28-29 apply to all students including VA beneficiaries


Failure to Attend ClassesStudents who are absent for 14 consecutive days, resulting in an interruption of training, will be required to withdraw from active enrollment and re-enroll at a later date. Students should meet with Financial Aid and Education Departments personnel to understand the status and impact, such an absence may have upon their financial aid awards and academic progress.

PunctualityConsistent punctuality is just as important as regular attendance. Employers want to hire skilled workers who are capable of fulfilling their responsibility of arriving at work on time. Any time a student finds that he or she must be late or miss a scheduled class, the student should show the school the same courtesy that he or she would show an employer if going to miss or be late to work. When arriving to class late, be mindful that class is already in session. Enter the classroom quietly and with minimal disruption to fellow students and instructors. Out of respect to all students, students who are late for a class may not be allowed into the classroom until the first break.

TardinessStudents who are tardy or leave early will forfeit the actual time not attended. Students are expected to attend all classes as scheduled.

Military Obligation AbsenceAll military obligations will be honored. Upon the student's return, she or he is responsible for arranging time through the director of the program to meet with course faculty to review any materials that might have been missed, or to make up clinical days that have been missed. An extended absence may result in withdrawal from the program with re-entry to occur upon the students availability to return. If the student is required to leave prior to completing a course, the course(s) will be given a grade of W (withdrawal) and the student must repeat the courses upon return.


Student ConductStandards of Ethical ConductStudents, including VA beneficiaries are required to:1. Respect the rights and privacy of others, including anothers

right to physical and emotional well-being; this includes fellow students, The American School of Nursing and Medical Careers’ personnel, patients/clients, families, affiliated agency personnel, and clinical site personnel.

Demonstrate comportment, that is, communicate a caring presence to others through one’s behavior, attitude, appearance, dress and language. Utilize therapeutic communication skills with patients/ families. Respect cultural diversity and individual needs of others. Interact and communicate effectively with facility personnel, American School of Nursing and Medical Careers’ personnel and peers. Promote the flow of care to patients/ families.

Examples of unacceptable behavior include, but are not limited to the following:• Discriminating, intimidating, verbally harassing,

striking, arguing, assaulting or in any way threatening the physical or emotional well being of another, including sexual harassment.

• Willful violation of another’s rights or privacy by any means. Respect personal boundaries and property of others. Contribute to a positive learning environment

• Negative body language, gestures or facial expressions and/or swearing and yelling that disrespect patients/families, other students, instructors and other American School of Nursing and Medical Careers’ personnel, or facility personnel

• Possession, use or the threat of use of firearms or other weapons

• Demonstrating disruptive behavior that interrupts the flow of care to patients/families, or, that disrupts the learning environment

• Possession, use, distribution or manufacturing of illegal drugs and/or alcohol by students on school grounds; under the influence of any substance which may alter the judgment and thinking skills of the student whether prescription or OTC medication or alcohol

• Any behaviors or actions that bring about compromise to the safety and/or well-being of the school/student population at large

2. Respect school property. Examples of unacceptable behavior include, but are not limited to the following:• Damage or destruction of school property

or equipment; Failure to report damage or destruction of school property and equipment

• Theft of property from the American School of Nursing and Medical Careers or from clinical setting, staff/faculty member or other student

• Deliberately violating the computer network security system or gaining unauthorized access into restricted areas of the network

• Parking unauthorized in property lot• Disrespecting property personnel, tenants,

visitors, or unprofessional language while on property

• Deliberately infecting computers with viruses or changing computer settings and/or backgrounds

3. Provide and document information in an accurate, respectful, timely, and where necessary confidential manner as requested by American School of Nursing and Medical Careers’ personnel or any affiliated facility or clinical site. Examples of unacceptable behavior include, but are not limited to the following:• Falsifying information on records• Failure to provide requested documents such

as health portfolios, immunizations, background checks, proof of health insurance (if applicable), proof of liability insurance (if applicable), financial aid verification documents, or accident reports

4. Maintain additional standards of professionalism while on campus and property grounds and clinical sites. Students in all programs are expected to dress in an appropriate and becoming manner consistent with the guidelines set forth in the American School of Nursing and Medical Careers’ dress code, which each student receives in advance of his/her entrance date. The school reserves the right to dismiss students who are out of dress code until the student is able to comply with the dress code standards. Examples of unacceptable behavior include, but are not limited to the following:


• The use of cell phones is prohibited in the classroom.

• Permitting children or visitors to be present in classrooms, labs or clinical sites at any time

• Smoking on campus or property grounds

Standards of Ethical Conduct for Practical Nursing Students While on Clinical Site AssignmentsStudents, including VA beneficiaries are required to:

1. Practice within the role of the student practical nurse in accordance with the New Hampshire Nurse Practice Act and the Administrative Rules of the Board of Nursing.

2. Utilize critical thinking and display common sense, specifically when working in a clinical setting and serving patients.

3. Accept constructive feedback. Seek assistance when needed.

4. Students must be oriented to Infection Control, Fire and Safety and Hazardous Materials procedures, Confidentiality Policy, and Emergency Codes, as applicable to the clinical site.

5. Students are required to carry a copy of their Health Portfolio at all times, as appropriate. The original Health Portfolio is maintained in each student record.

6. Students are obligated to maintain strict compliance with HIPAA regulations and to refrain, both in and out of the agency/ facility, from discussing any patient or any information about a patient with any person except in the line of duty. Students are also obligated to refrain from using any identifiable patient information such as first or last name, initials, age, or sex when completing clinical summaries or any other homework assignment related to clinical experiences.

7. Students may only administer medication under the supervision of the clinical instructor or preceptor within the scope of practice of the PN student, and according to the cooperating agency/facility’s approved policies/procedures. The discretion and supervision of the instructor, preceptor, or RN knowledgeable about the patient/client always prevails. Students may not administer IV drugs, flush IV lines, or hang blood or blood products.

8. Students, who experience needle stick injuries or exposure to blood/body fluids, must complete an “occurrence” report according to the cooperating agency/facility policy. All other injuries or illnesses may be handled through the Emergency Department, Employee Health Office, or as designated by agency/ facility policy, or as appropriate according to the student's health care provider.

9. Students are not permitted to sign or witness the signature of any legal paper or document for patients or any other person at any clinical site.

Standards of Academic ConductStudents, including VA beneficiaries are required to abide by an honor code; the student must do her/his own work; cheating and plagiarism are not tolerated.• Cheating is defined as intending to mislead, to delude

or trick, and to act dishonestly. Cheating is forbidden and will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination from the program. Examples of cheating on quizzes and examinations include, but are not limited to the following:• Obtaining exam materials without authorization• Purposely missing an exam in order to gain an

unfair advantage• Copying during an exam (including the use of cell

phones)• Using cheat notes• Turning in identical assignments of other

classmates• Plagiarism is defined as appropriating and passing

off as one's own, the writing or ideas of another. Plagiarism is forbidden and will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination from the program. Summarizing or paraphrasing the contents of another’s work is not plagiarism if the source is clearly identified with the book, journal or Internet article's title, author, book title or Internet source, edition, date, and page. Examples of plagiarism include, but are not limited to the following:• Copying word for word phrases, sentences, and

paragraphs without using quotation marks and without appropriate citation of the book, journal, or Internet article title, author, book title or Internet source, edition, date, and page.

• Copyright Infringement, including but not limited to the unauthorized distribution of copyrighted materials can lead to termination.


ViolationsStudents, including VA beneficiaries in violation of the Standards of Ethical Conduct or Standards of Academic Conduct will face the following repercussions:

1st Offense: One Day SuspensionWith the exception of conduct that threatens the safety or well being of students, staff, or patients a staff member has the right to immediately dismiss a student engaging in behaviors which violate the Standards of Conduct. The student will be suspended from school for the remainder of the day. Any tests, quizzes, or homework assignments due in classes missed for reasons of suspension will receive "0" grades and will not be allowed to be made up. Should the student refuse to comply with the suspension and, therefore, attend classes for the rest of the day, he or she will not receive attendance credit for those applicable classes and will receive "0" grades for the tests, quizzes, or homework assignments. The staff member who dismissed the student will submit an Incident Form to the Campus Director who will further investigate the incident. Upon the student's return to school on the following day, the Campus Director will meet with the student, discuss the incident, come to a final resolution of the matter, and have the student sign a completed Incident Report which will become part of the student's permanent file. Should it be discovered through investigation that the student's conduct was not in violation of standards, the student will be allowed to make-up any hours, tests, quizzes, or homework assignments.

10. Students must complete the pre- and post- clinical assignments as presented by the instructor. Post-clinical evaluations and assignments are required for grading on clinical experiences. During a clinical experience, the student will:• Practice at his/her level of knowledge and lab

experience; perform only those tasks/procedures for which he/she has had previous instruction including medication administration

• PN students must successfully complete each Lab Skills Competency in the Nursing Skills lab before performing any lab skills in the clinical setting. The student is expected to be prepared and knowledgeable regarding any assigned procedures. The nursing student must be supervised by the clinical instructor when performing each skill in the clinical setting for the first time. The student must confer with the clinical instructor on the amount of supervision required when performing each lab skill again

• Familiarize self with policies/procedures, nursing staff/healthcare team of the cooperating agency/ facility

• Participate in direct patient/client/resident care under the supervision of an Instructor or RN Preceptor. The student will immediately notify clinical instructor of any change in patient’s condition, any abnormal values, and any other unusual issues or concerns

• Collaborate with the preceptor/instructor on documentation procedures/protocols

• Identify/verbalize any learning needs to the preceptor/instructor

• Inform preceptor/instructor upon identification of any medication occurrence, procedure or treatment error, or patient fall, and complete appropriate variance documentation

• Maintain currency of Clinical Skill Sheets that are carried by each student

• Follow the dress code for the program/clinical site

Reasons For Possible Termination Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following: During all clinical experiences, students must maintain patient safety as their highest priority. Any issues related to not maintaining patient safety will be addressed by the clinical instructor/preceptor, and reported to the Director of Nursing. Repeated and/or significant safety issues will result in disciplinary measures

up to and including dismissal from the program. Failure to consistently and/or independently carry out assignments for which the student has had previous instruction and opportunity to demonstrate skill or knowledge may result in termination from the program. When a student requires constant cuing and reinforcement and/or has been unable to transfer academic learning to the clinical situation, the student may be dismissed from the program. The student is cautioned that any absence from the program may result in the student being unable to complete the program unless he/she starts again from the beginning.


Copyright Infringement PolicyUnauthorized distribution (downloading or uploading) of copyrighted material over the Internet, including peer-to-peer file sharing, is considered copyright infringement. Copyrighted material that may not be shared without authorization includes recorded music (often in the form of MP3 or MP4 files), movies, television shows, digital books, or magazines. Copyright infringement may subject a student to civil and criminal liabilities.

Summary of Civil & Criminal Penalties for Violation of Federal Copyright LawsPenalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties, which may include fines and imprisonment. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or "statutory" damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. Willful copyright infringement may result in an award up to $150,000 per work infringed, and may include criminal penalties, up to and including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense. A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys' fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505.

Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense. For more information, please see the Web site of theU.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov, especially their FAQ's at www.copyright.gov/help/faq.

Reasonably Suspicious BehaviorsReasonably suspicious behaviors may be due to substance abuse, i.e., the use of alcohol or unauthorized drug, or unauthorized dosage of a prescribed drug, and/ or chemical impairment. Such behaviors may be due to a disability. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers does not discriminate against individuals with disabilities and suspicion about certain behaviors will not reflect negatively upon the individual with a verified disability.

2nd Offense: Two-day SuspensionWith the exception of conduct that threatens the safety or well being of students or staff; students engaging in behavior which violates the standard will be suspended from school for the remainder of the day and the next full day of scheduled classes. Any tests, quizzes, or homework assignments due in classes missed for reasons of suspension will receive "0" grades and will not be allowed to be made up. As with any matter resulting in suspension, the staff member who dismissed the student will submit an Incident Form to the Campus Director who will further investigate the incident. Upon the student's return to school, the Campus Director will meet with the student, discuss the incident, come to a final resolution of the matter, and have the student sign a completed Incident Report which will become part of the student's permanent file.Should it be discovered through investigation that the student's conduct was not in violation of standards, the student will be allowed to make-up any hours, tests, quizzes, or homework assignments.

3rd offense: Five-Day SuspensionWith the exception of conduct that threatens the safety or well being of students or staff, students engaging in behavior which violates the standard for a third time will be subject to a five-day suspension with possible involuntary withdrawal from program participation will occur. The consequence of suspension described above applies for a period of the next five scheduled class days from date of the incident.

Gross Misconduct: Immediate Five-day Suspension and/or Withdrawal from the ProgramGross misconduct such as threatening behaviors, harassment, possession of weapons or drugs,/alcohol, theft, physical harm, and other such behaviors constitute an automatic five-day suspension with potential involuntary withdrawal from the program upon investigation. Investigation is communication both verbal and written and interviews with all involved parties; and, assessment of the event(s) and its/their impact. On conclusion of the five-day suspension period, the student will be notified of the decision of continued participation or involuntary withdrawal.

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Upon notification by student’s licensed physician, with student’s permission, the American School of Nursing and Medical Careers will make adjustments it deems necessary to assist the student.

The school must protect the safety and well-being of its students, staff, and affiliated faculty and patients. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers reserves the right to require a student evidencing reasonably suspicious behaviors to be drug tested. Failure to comply with drug testing will be interpreted in the same manner as a positive result of a drug test.

American School of Nursing and Medical Careers will take actions necessary to protect its students, staff and affiliated faculty and patients, and any other persons at risk for harm. Actions will be taken up to and including dismissal for violation of the Standards of Ethical Conduct.

Reasonably suspicious behavior includes, but is not limited to, one or a combination of the following behaviors:

• Abnormal disruptive behavior• Erratic behavior• Inappropriate response to questions or interactions• Changes in personal appearance (e.g., unkempt

appearance, flushed complexion, red eyes, swollen face, hand tremors)

• Pattern of tardiness or absenteeism• Changes in mental status (e.g., forgetfulness,

confusion, decreased alertness)• Significant decline in performance• Errors in judgment• Odor resembling alcohol on the breath• Slurred speech• Unsteady gait• Observed use or possession of alcohol by faculty or

administrative personnel, agency personnel, patients/ clients, or peers

• Observed use or possession of suspect substance by faculty or administrative personnel, agency personnel, patients/clients, or peers.

Prescription Medication Use by StudentsAll students must notify his/her nursing instructor of all prescription and non-prescription medications that may affect their clinical performance at the time of a clinical session, in order to ensure patient and student safety. Some medications could affect judgment, awareness, and/or motor skills. It may be necessary to alter and/or limit the clinical assignment during the course of the medication usage. Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate the student, while ensuring patient safety. However, depending on the extent and length of the clinical limitation, it may not be possible to complete all clinical requirements for that rotation within the current term of study.

Alcohol & DrugsAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers’ standards of conduct clearly prohibit the unlawful possession, use, sale, or distribution of alcohol and/or illicit drugs on its property, or as part of any school function. Should a student act in violation of this policy, disciplinary measures up to, and including dismissal from the school, and notification of appropriate law enforcement authorities, will ensue. In addition, if the student wishes to remain enrolled at American School of Nursing and Medical Careers, the student may be required to undergo professional counseling. Students who need help seeking treatment for a drug or alcohol abuse program can find resources at http://www. drugfree.org or by phone at 1-855-DRUGFREE.

Use of authorized drugs ordered by a licensed physician or nurse practitioner, or an illness which affect the student's behavior or performance will be addressed with the student and a plan put in place to assist her/him to successfully continue in the program (plan may include intended absence with make-up day, withdrawal from a course with potential to repeat it, withdrawal from the program with potential to re-enter when capable).


Student PoliciesDress CodeThe following regulations apply to all students at American School of Nursing and Medical Careers, while on school premises and at clinical sites. The appearance of the students enrolled in the nursing program should reflect their aspiration to attain professional standards. Professional appearance includes grooming, hygiene, and having a positive demeanor toward others. Professional appearance can impact both the safety and comfort of the patients served. • Practical Nursing students are required to wear the

American School of Nursing and Medical Careers scrubs top (with logo), and solid black, gray, or tan scrub pants/scrub skirts during all clinical rotations.

• Practical Nursing students are required to wear scrub tops and scrub pants/scrub skirts of any color while on school premises.

• Identification badge must be secured with an alligator clip and worn at all times while on campus or clinical. Ropes, chains, ribbons, cords of any kind are prohibited for the safety of patients and student. No other materials may be attached to the name badge.

• Scrub pant legs can be no longer than touching the top of the shoe for safety reasons. Leggings, capris, sweatpants or shorts of any kind are not permitted.

• Solid color t-shirts or long-sleeved shirts may be worn under the scrub top.

• Clean, medical shoes or sneakers are required of all students, preferably leather and must be worn with socks. Flip-flops, Crocs, open-toed shoes, slippers, or sandals are not allowed at any time.

• When nursing students are attending lab and clinical assignments, the following items are considered part of the uniform: a watch with a second hand, stethoscope, bandage scissors, pen, writing material, and a penlight.

• Hair must be secured back in clinical and lab settings. • Mustaches and beards, if worn, must be clean and

neatly trimmed. • Cosmetics, if worn, must be subtle.• Hanging jewelry of any kind may not be worn for

safety reasons. • Nail polish may not be permitted during clinicals,

depending on clinical site requirements. Artificial nails may not be worn during clinicals.

• Perfume, cologne, perfumed body or hand lotion, fragranced deodorant, and perfumed soaps are not permitted during clinical assignments due to potential patient sensitivity to these substances.

• Students are allowed to wear non-hooded sweatshirts in class but not in labs or on clinical. They must be solid in color.

• Hats are not allowed to be worn at any time.

Cell Phone UsageThe school strives to maintain an environment that is conducive to maximizing student learning. Cell phone usage/texting in the classroom is disruptive to that environment, and therefore is limited to the student lounge or outside of the building. While using a cell phone in the student lounge or outside of the building, please be mindful of the level of your voice and the way you conduct your conversation. Appropriate parties such as daycares, schools, family members, and employers should be provided with the campus phone number, (603) 622-8400, in case of emergencies. Anyone caught texting during classroom time will be disciplined.

Weapons PolicyDangerous instruments and deadly weapons, as more specifically defined by General Statute of your state are strictly prohibited on any Trigram Education Partners school. The school strictly prohibits possession or use of firearms, BB guns, air guns, knives, explosives or other dangerous weapons.

Fire Protection SystemTampering, damaging, or removing fire extinguishers, fire alarms or smoke detectors are strictly prohibited. Failure to evacuate or obstruction of fire exits is also prohibited.


Smoking PolicyThe school maintains an anti-smoking policy in accordance with local ordinances which prohibit anyone from smoking in any school. In addition, Brady Sullivan Properties located at 670 N. Commercial Street is a smoke-free property. Students and visitors will be asked to respect the policy and remove themselves from the premises if they wish to smoke or use tobacco products. Smoking is not allowed anywhere on the premises; this includes smoking in your vehicle that may be parked on the property. Should this policy be violated, a $150 fine will be imposed by Brady Sullivan, per individual, per occurrence. These policies are enforced 24 hours a day. Furthermore, since this is private property, Brady Sullivan reserves the right to issue a Notice of Trespass to anyone who repeatedly and intentionally disregards the property policy. Students will also be expected to adhere to the anti-smoking policies of any clinical facilities they attend.

Eating & Drinking PolicyFood or beverages of any kind are not allowed in lab classrooms under any circumstances due to safety and sanitation reasons, this includes computer labs. Food and drink may be allowed in a classroom setting, but only with permission from the instructor. Drinks being consumed in a classroom setting with instructor permission must be in a closed container. Mugs, drinking glasses, or cups are not acceptable. Food being consumed in a classroom setting with instructor permission may only be consumed during break periods and never during classroom or lecture time. Students with documented medical conditions requiring regulated eating/drinking habits must produce documentation to the Campus Director prior to accommodation.

Procedures to Report Criminal Actions & EmergenciesAll campus security and safety incidents should be reported to the school’s administration. An incident report will be completed, documenting all criminal actions and/or emergencies, describing the event and, in some cases, filing a police report. To report a

Medical EmergenciesIn the case of a medical emergency, the administrator on duty will call for emergency help (911). The administrator in charge will stay with the student until emergency personnel arrive. The emergency personnel will make an assessment, and may recommend the student be transported to a hospital emergency room. If the student refuses, they must complete a waiver form provided by the emergency personnel. The administrator on duty will file an incident report, and will follow-up with the student. The student is responsible for providing a doctor’s release note to return to school.

Policies Concerning Law EnforcementUnder the school’s policy, security personnel (if applicable) who are not duly appointed law enforcement officers have no power of arrest, will not be armed and are forbidden to use force in any situation except in self-defense. Security (if applicable) and administrative personnel are authorized to request unidentified persons to identify themselves while on campus. Support from local police may be summoned by campus security or the administration by calling police at 911. All crimes are reported to the Campus Director who, in turn, may call the local police if necessary.

crime or an emergency, contact the administration at your school. The administration reviews all reported violations of law and works with the local police in the reporting, investigation and prevention of violations of the law which may occur on the campus property.

Students should immediately report any medical, criminal, or other emergency occurring on school premises to the Campus Director or any other school employee. Upon receipt of any report of medical or criminal emergency, the school will obtain the services of medical or security professionals. In the event of a criminal emergency, the student may be required to confirm in writing the details of the criminal emergency reported. Students are encouraged to promptly and accurately report all crimes that occur on school premises or during any school activities to school officials and appropriate police agencies.


Adverse ImpactState requirements that may adversely impact the students’ ability to benefit from training, sit for certification/licensure examinations, if applicable, and/or work in the field.A criminal background check is required in order to begin the program and to obtain licensure as a Practical Nursing in New Hampshire. Licensure may be denied if you have ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor. For additional information, please visit the New Hampshire Board of Nursing website at: https://www.oplc.nh.gov/nursing/enforcement.htm

To obtain employment in the field, LPNs may also be required, in accordance with employer policies, to provide an updated health exam, random drug screening, flu shot, proof of health insurance, personal liability insurance, and immunizations or titers demonstrating immunity to certain communicable diseases such as Measles/ Mumps/Rubella (MMR), Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B, Diphtheria, Tetanus, and acellular Pertussis (DTaP) vaccination. A 2-step PPD may also be required.

Graduates are required to take the NCLEX-PN exam which is proctored by Pearson Vue. The NCLEX-PN exam is computer based and timed. Applicants with disabilities that require accommodations to test must provide proper documentation and submit request directly to the New Hampshire Board of Nursing. Test accommodations, if granted, are individualized and considered on a case-by-case basis. Information about testing accommodations through Pearson Vue can be found here: https://home.pearsonvue.com/test-taker/Test-accommodations.aspx

The NH Board of Nursing application for requesting NCLEX accommodations can be found here:https://www.oplc.nh.gov/nursing/documents/rn-lpn-nclex-ada-accommodations.pdf

Applicants to the NCLEX-PN exam must also agree to abide by testing standards published by Pearson Vue during registration for the exam.

Conditions that may adversely impact the students’ ability to benefit from training, sit for certification/licensure examinations, if applicable, and/or work in the field.• Blindness (must have visual ability to identify

wounds, give medications, assess patients, etc.)• Deafness (must be able to take vitals, hear lungs,

etc.)• Wheelchair (must be able to lift and transfer patients,

wash them/provide personal care)• Extreme anxiety that constitutes fear of certain

medical procedures or the need to possess a service animal

• Medical prescriptions that would alter ability to function properly

• Religious or personal belief systems that would impact one’s ability to serve patients of certain races, genders, creeds, sexual orientation, etc.

CertificationIdentification of any certification, licensing, registration, or examination requirements that are mandatory and/or optional for program graduates.Graduates are required to take the NCLEX-PN exam which is proctored by Pearson Vue in order to obtain licensure as a Practical Nurse in the State of New Hampshire. Licensure in other states is dependent upon each individual state’s board of nursing regulations. The program at American School of Nursing and Medical Careers is designed to meet the licensing requirements for the State of New Hampshire.

In order to obtain a license as a LPN in the State of New Hampshire, applicants must:1. Graduate from an approved LPN program of study2. Complete a criminal background check and

fingerprinting and pay the background check fee of $48.25 to State of New Hampshire, Criminal Records

3. Complete Application for Licensure4. Complete the Declaration of Primary State of

Residency form5. Supply a copy of Driver’s License/State ID6. Preregister with Pearson VUE for the NCLEX-PN exam7. Pay the licensure fee of $120.00 to Treasurer, State

of New Hampshire

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Online/Internet Acceptable Use PolicyInternet users enjoy certain rights and privileges, which include:

Safety: To the greatest extent possible, students will be protected from harassment and unwanted contact. Users should not give out their home address, phone number, credit card information or passwords. However, making the Internet available carries with it the potential that users may encounter information that some have identified as controversial and of potential harm. Because information on the Internet appears, disappears, and changes, creating a “safe, professional environment” is impossible, and implying that it is being done is a disservice to students and staff. The school’s focus is on providing the understanding and skills to use the Internet in ways appropriate to students’ educational and professional needs rather than on controlling the environment.

Responsibilities: This policy applies to online use by students and staff within American School of Nursing and Medical Careers. The purpose for going online for students is educational and students will be allowed to use the system limited to academic assignments.

Procedure: The student must have a signed online agreement on file. The student will show evidence

Additional information regarding licensure requirements can be found at the following link: https://www.oplc.nh.gov/nursing/documents/rn-application-nclex-instruction.pdf

An LPN who has successfully completed a board approved intravenous therapy course shall submit to the board within 30 days of course completion a certification of completion from the sponsoring program. American School of Nursing and Medical Careers does not offer intravenous therapy course. Sponsoring Institutions can be found here: https://www.oplc.nh.gov/nursing/lpn-intravenous.htm

Any measures taken by the institution to prepare graduates to obtain mandatory and/or optional certification, licensing, registration, or examination, including: (i) any related coursework; (ii) test prep, test review, and/or test materials for certification/licensing; (iii) test vouchers; (iv) on-site testing for certification/licensing exams; and/or (v) payment or reimbursement of any certification/licensure/registration fees.

This all-inclusive program will provide Practical Nursing students the necessary learning experiences to practice caregiving within the Practical Nursing scope and standard of care directed by the regulatory/licensing body (New Hampshire Board of Nursing) and the employing agency. The program includes various clinical experiences, which may be offered on day, evening, or weekend hours as required by the clinical site. Graduates of the Practical Nursing program are required to pass the NCLEX-PN national examination in order to achieve licensure and obtain work as a Practical Nurse.

American School of Nursing and Medical Careers will provide each student with ATI’s Comprehensive Packages which include NCLEX preparatory exams, books and online materials. In addition, within 20 days of a student’s graduation date, students will receive access to ATI’s Virtual Tutor for up to 12 weeks. The Virtual Tutor is ATI’s online review option that pairs students directly with a virtual coach for their NCLEX® prep. During their 12-week study program, students are guided through everything they need to know to prepare and pass. Working at their own pace, students gain knowledge, support and feedback from their online coach.

Upon completion of graduation requirements and achievement of 91% or higher on ATI’s NCLEX predictor exam and/or 75% completion of ATI’s Virtual Tutor modules, students will receive a voucher code valued at $200.00 to pay for the NCLEX-PN examination with Pearson Vue.

All nursing courses within the American School of Nursing and Medical Careers utilize computerized testing to simulate the NCLEX testing experience, enabling students to become comfortable with the NCLEX testing format.

Graduates are encouraged to utilize all test reviews and materials in preparation for taking the NCLEX-PN exam. Graduates should schedule their NCLEX-PN exam after receiving a “green light” from their ATI coach which shows that they’ve demonstrated readiness to pass the NCLEX.

https://www.oplc.nh.gov/nursing/documents/rn-application-nclex-instruction.pdf

https://www.oplc.nh.gov/nursing/documents/rn-application-nclex-instruction.pdf

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of the need. The student receives permission/assignment from a supervising instructor.

Privileges: The use of Internet services is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in a cancellation of that privilege. The supervising instructor will deem what is inappropriate use and his/her decision is final. Internet usage at American School of Nursing and Medical Careers will be restricted to academic need. As much as a future employer will forbid personal use, American School of Nursing and Medical Careers also forbids personal use of the Internet by students. Non-academic related use of the Internet uses bandwidth that should be available for students and staff involved with school related activity. Examples of inappropriate use include but are not limited to attempting to log on to an unacceptable site and not following proper network etiquette (see below).

Network EtiquetteEach student is expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These include, but are not limited to, the following:1. Do not use the network in such a way that you would

disrupt the use of the network by other users2. Use appropriate language. Do not swear, use

vulgarities or any other inappropriate language. Be professional. Do not get abusive in your messages to others

3. Accessing or downloading offensive or sexually explicit material is prohibited, as is any behavior that is harassing or antisocial

4. Illegal activities are strictly forbidden. Illegal activities include libel, unauthorized entry into computers, or deliberate vandalism or destruction of computer files

5. Adherence to the laws of copyright is required. Users are expected to respect copyright issues regarding downloading and use of software, retrieving and citing of information and attributing authorship.

6. Do not reveal anyone’s personal address or telephone number

7. Note that email is not guaranteed to be private. People who operate the system do have access to all mail. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities may be reported to the authorities

8. All communications and information accessible via the network should be assumed to be private property

Code for Responsible ComputingRespect for PrivacyI will respect others’ right to privacy. I will only access, look in or use individuals’, organizations’ or companies’ information on computer or through telecommunications if I have the permission of the individual, organization or company who owns the information.

Respect for PropertyI will respect others’ property. I will not make changes to or delete computer programs, files or information that belongs to others unless the person, organization or company has given explicit permission.

Respect for OwnershipI will respect others’ rights to ownership and to earn a living for their work. I will use only computer software, files, or information which I own or which I have been given permission to borrow. I will use only software programs that I have purchased or written. I will make copies of computer files and information only if I own or have written them and will use it only if my original program is damaged. I will sell only computer programs that I have written or have been authorized to sell by the author. I will pay the suggested price to the developer or publisher for any shareware programs I decide to use.

Respect for Others and the LawI will use only computers, software, and related technologies for purposes that are beneficial to others, that are not harmful physically, financially or otherwise to others or others’ property, and that are within the law.

Personal PropertyAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers assumes no responsibility for loss, theft, or damage of any personal property or vehicle in, on, or adjacent to the school’s property. Students should arrange for adequate coverage of their personal belongings.


Student ServicesCareer ServicesThe Career Services Office of American School of Nursing and Medical Careers assists students and alumni in securing employment within their fields of study by providing employment referrals and training on career search techniques. Through a comprehensive career development effort, students are instructed on how to conduct an effective career search. Topics include:• Goal setting• Resume and cover letter writing• Informational interviewing• Networking• Career search methods• Interviewing techniques• Follow-up

Prior to graduation, all students are required to complete an exit interview with the Career Services Department. Students are also encouraged to meet with Career Services early and often throughout their program to discuss individual career strategies and objectives. Some of the services available to graduates include:

• Resume and cover letter writing assistance• "Mock" interviews• Employment referrals• Individual career guidance throughout the career search

Records are maintained on all graduates and surveys of alumni are used to assist with updating and improving curricula. The resources of the Career Services Department are available to students and graduates in good standing.

Communication and cooperation are necessary for an effective career search. Graduates are encouraged to contact Career Services on a weekly basis to review their individual career search.

While the Career Services Department will do everything it can to assist graduates in finding employment, graduates should remember that this is only one resource. A successful career search incorporates several resources for developing employment opportunities. Therefore, graduates should seek interviews and opportunities on their own in addition to efforts with Career Services. The resources of the Career Services Department are available to all alumni throughout their careers.

Although every effort will be made to assist the student to find employment in the career field, the school makes no guarantee of job placement following graduation.

Guidance/Student AdvisementThe school administration maintains an “open- door” policy with its students. The Campus Director and Program Director are available for personal and academic advisement at any time during the student’s course of study. Information about various community resources is maintained by the Registrar and Campus Director for the benefit of students with personal problems who may benefit from professional or other outside assistance.

Tutoring & Student Make-Up WorkAll student make-up as well as individualized and small group assistance may be required by the school or requested during designated hours at no additional charge. Open lab hours are also available to students wishing to enhance their lab skills outside of normal class hours.

Refresher CoursesAmerican School of Nursing and Medical Careers makes refresher sessions available in courses previously taken at no additional cost, whenever needed. Graduates may audit classes or use the lab facilities and resource centers (subject to availability of space). Furthermore, graduates may return at any time for career consultations.


ResourcesStudents have the benefit of an active Career Services Department which is dedicated to assisting each graduating student to conduct an active job search in his or her areas of interest. In addition, job postings for part-time positions are maintained by the Career Services Department to assist students who are seeking employment while still in school. The campus library is available to all students during business hours. The campus library contains textbooks and periodicals related to general studies and specialized program areas. All reference materials and resources within the center are used to supplement classroom texts and materials. The school provides the Library and Information Resources Network (LIRN) library resource which is a virtual library that can be accessed from the school or home. The Library provides students with computers and internet access for research purposes.

Student ActivitiesA well-rounded educational experience includes time for occasional special events such as awards ceremonies, a holiday party, or participation in local civic functions. Visiting speakers are invited to the school periodically to reinforce personal and professional development for students, and educational field trips are occasionally arranged.

Student CouncilStudents have the opportunity to participate in the Student Council, organizing in-school and extracurricular events. The administration and faculty encourage participation in the student council and provide support and guidance when necessary. Students who are interested should ask the Campus Director of their program how to become involved.

TranscriptsTranscripts are available upon request. Requests are made directly with the Registrar or through the front desk personnel. Transcripts are not released directly to the student until money owed to the school is paid in full. Transcripts will be processed within one week of the request.

Graduation RequirementsStudents enrolled in all programs are awarded Certificates of Completion upon successful completion of all program and graduation requirements. Program and graduation requirements for all students including VA beneficiaries are as follows:1. All fees and charges are paid up to date2. Successful completion of a minimum attendance of

85% for each course3. Achieve a minimum grade of 77% in all didactic

courses for Practical Nursing and a grade of Pass/ ATTCON in all clinical experiences

4. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.675. Completion of Financial Aid and Career Services exit

interviews or established arrangements to complete through the Campus Director

6. All resource materials borrowed from the school are returned, including the school-issued parking pass, if applicable

Certificates of Completion will be issued to students when the above criteria have been met. For students with extended payment plans that are scheduled beyond a student’s graduation date, the Certificate of Completion will not be issued directly to the student until the account balance has been paid in full. However, American School of Nursing and Medical Careers will not withhold the Certificate of Completion and Official Transcript for certification and licensing purposes. Students with extended payment plans will need to schedule an appointment with the Director of Financial Aid or Campus Director to make arrangements for the Certificate of Completion and/or the Official Transcript to be sent directly to the licensing or certifying agency.

Graduation CeremoniesFormal graduation ceremonies are held for all students who have successfully completed their program of study. Family and friends are invited to attend. A student’s actual graduation date will determine which ceremony they will be invited to attend.


ParkingParking permits from the City of Manchester, Parking Division are available to students requesting a parking permit for their vehicle. There are two types of permits available, please refer to the chart on the following page to choose which type of parking permit is right for you.

Parking is not allowed on Brady Sullivan Properties (Jefferson Mill parking lot), except from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm on weekdays and Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. If an unauthorized car is parked at the Jefferson Mill parking lot outside of the hours listed above, the vehicle may be towed by Brady Sullivan Properties at the owner’s expense.

If a student has been issued a parking permit and no longer needs it (carpooling, being dropped off, using public transportation, using street parking), they should return the parking permit to the Registrar immediately.

While we understand that students may be required to visit the campus after their last day of didactic training, we cannot allow students to hold onto permits for an extended period of time. “Pay to Park” and “Easy Pass” parking spaces are available on N. Commercial Street and at the Myrna Parking Lot located across the street from American School of Nursing and Medical Careers at a rate of $1.50* per two-hour increment. There is a two-hour time limit per parking space. In the event that the student will be visiting the school for more than two hours, arrangements will need to be made to move the vehicle.

If the permit is lost or stolen it is the student’s responsibility to notify the school within 48 hours. The student will need to pay a $25.00 fee to replace any lost or stolen permits, if not paid a new permit will not be issued.

Permits must be hung on the rear view mirror and must clearly be seen from the outside front of the vehicle. Permits affixed to motorcycles must be clearly seen from the front of the motorcycle. Vehicles will be subject to a parking violation from the City of Manchester, Parking Division if the permit is hung improperly or missing. Users who hold a permit but fail to display it as required are subject to a parking citation from the City of Manchester. If a parking citation is issued and the permit was used in accordance with the rules stated above, please contact the City of Manchester Traffic Violations Bureau at 624-6546 to appeal. www.manchesternh.gov/parking

American School of Nursing and Medical Careers assumes no responsibility for loss, theft, or damage of any personal property or vehicle.

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Features & Regulations Regarding Parking PermitsParking Permit Comparison Chart

Yellow Zone Permit: No Charge Myrna Zone Permit: $55.00/month

Where to Park

Yellow Zone permits allow students to park in areas marked “Yellow Zone”, located approximately ¼ mile from the campus.Yellow Zone Millyard Lots and Streets (Patrolled by the City of Manchester)Arms Lot,Arms Lot Extension,Arms Outer Lot. Arms Street (right side), Bedford Street (right side) from 300 Bedford Street to the intersection of Bedford/Spring Streets, and N. Commercial Street (both sides) from Waumbec Street to Bridge Street Bridge.

Myrna Zone permits allow students to park in areas marked “Myrna Zone”, located across the street from the campus.Myrna Zone Lot (Patrolled by the City of Manchester)Located across the street from American School of Nursing and Medical Careers, parking is at lower and upper levels of lot where marked as Myrna, adjacent to Fratello’s Restaurant located at 155 Dow Street.

CostYellow Zone permits are issued at a rate of $55.00* per month, and are generously paid for by Trigram Education Group for active students needing a parking pass during didactic training.

Students may purchase a Myrna Zone permit at a rate of $55.00* per month, payable on or around the 1st of every month during didactic training.

When to Return Permits

Parking permits must be returned on your final day of didactic training or immediately upon withdrawal from the program.

Parking permits must be returned on the last day of the month from when didactic training has been completed or immediately upon withdrawal from the program.

The final day of didactic training is defined as:For Practical Nursing students: Didactic training ends on the final day of scheduled classes. Didactic training does not include campus visits or licensure/certification testing taking place after your training has been completed.

Charges for Unreturned Permits

Students will become financially responsible for unreturned Yellow Zone passes at the rate of $55.00* per month until the parking pass is returned. A daily rate of $1.83 for each day that the permit is not returned following withdrawal from the program or following the last day of didactic training will be charged to the credit/debit card provided. Accumulated charges will be billed on or around the 1st of every month.

Students will become financially responsible for unreturned Myrna Zone passes at the rate of $55.00* per month until the parking pass is returned. The monthly rate of $55.00 will be charged to the credit/debit card provided on or around the 1st of every month. In addition, if the permit is not returned upon withdrawal from the program or upon the last day of the month a daily rate of $1.83 for each day that the permit is not returned following withdrawal from the program or following month in which I complete my didactic training will be charged to the credit/debit card provided. Accumulated charges will be billed on or around the 1st of every month.

How to Request Permit

In order to receive a permit, student must complete a Parking Permit Agreement Form through the Registrar and provide credit card/debit card authorization in case that the permit is not returned on due date. Students who do not wish to supply a credit card must provide a $200 deposit, returnable upon receipt of parking permit.

In order to receive a permit, student must complete a Parking Permit Agreement Form through the Registrar and provide credit card/debit card authorization for monthly permit charges and in case that the permit is not returned on due date. Students who do not wish to supply a credit card must provide full payment of total parking charges in advance. Upon return of the permit, student will be credited for prepaid months that were not used, if applicable.

Permits are typically issued at student orientation or upon the first day of school.


Grievance ProcedureThe student has the right to discuss questions and concerns and/or to make complaints concerning a course, a faculty member, a staff member, a student, a visitor to the school, the program, or any other area of concern to the student.

Informal Grievance ProcedureThe informal procedure encourages the student to discuss his/her concerns with the instructor, staff member, director of the program, and/or the Campus Director who may be helpful in resolving the matter. The purpose of the informal grievance procedure is to allow for misunderstandings to be aired and resolved and to provide an opportunity to address the concern prior to the formal grievance process. If there is no resolution within 10 days, then the student may take his/her grievance to the formal grievance process.• The student should first discuss all course-related

questions or concerns with the course instructor. If the student finds the discussion with the instructor unsatisfactory, the question or concern may be brought to the director of the program

• Questions or concerns that do not relate to a specific course may be addressed to the staff member involved. If not resolved, these concerns should be taken to the director of the program and/or the Campus Director

• If the student finds the results of the discussion unsatisfactory, or if the student feels intimidated or threatened, she/he should pursue the matter according to the procedures below

• Student whose questions, concerns, or complaints relate to breach of confidentiality, discrimination/equal opportunity or sexual harassment should pursue the matter according to the procedures below, and also refer to the respective policies for these matters located in this catalog

• The student is expected to present questions, concerns or complaints in a professional manner

If the grievance has not been addressed to the student’s satisfaction by the instructor, staff member, or the director of the program, the student should take the grievance to the Campus Director.

Formal Grievance ProcedureThe formal grievance procedure may be initiated by the student through a written complaint filed with the Campus Director. The written grievance shall contain the following information: a statement of all known facts with supporting documentation, a list of individuals who may have information pertinent to the grievance and relief sought by the grievant. The Campus Director will set a meeting within 10 business days of receiving the formal grievance. The Campus Director shall deliver the written response to the grievant within seven business days of the meeting.• The student should document unresolved questions,

concerns, or complaints in writing and provide them to the Campus Director. In addition, the student may also meet with the Campus Director at any time to discuss the grievance

• The Campus Director will investigate the unresolved question, concern or complaint

• The Campus Director will take action, as appropriate, based on the nature of the unresolved question, concern or complaint, and on the outcome of the investigation and discussion

If the grievance is not resolved to the satisfaction of the grievant after the above mentioned procedures have been followed, the grievant may file formal complaint with the corporate administration. Please send complaints to Erika Winans, Vice President of Academic Services, at the central services office address below. The response time for this level is 10 business days from the day the grievance is received:

545 Long Wharf Drive5th Floor

New Haven, CT 06511Tel: (203) 672-2300Fax: (203) 672-2323


Unresolved complaints may be submitted to:Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training

(ACCET) 1722 N Street NW


The student has the right to contact the New Hampshire Office of Career School Licensing after the Campus Director has responded to the student which normally takes 10 business days.

New Hampshire Department of Education Division of Educator Support and Higher Education

Office of Career School Licensing 101 Pleasant StreetConcord, NH 03301Tel: (603) 271-6443Fax: (603) 271-1953

Each student has the right to assert against the School or any assignee any claim or defense he or she may have against the School arising under this agreement, and the School has provided clear guidance on procedures for resolving any grievances (cite section of agreement). Please be advised this right cannot be waived and every student is entitled to pursue, after completion of the school’s internal processes, any grievance with the Office of Career School Licensing (603) 271-6443, provided the claim is within the scope of office’s responsibilities as defined in New Hampshire Code of Administrative Rules, Chapter Hedc 305.

Complaints can also be sent to:Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

3343 Peachtree Road, NESuite 850

Atlanta, GA 30326Tel: (404) 975-5000

When sending a letter of complaint to the school or any of these agencies, the letter of complaint should contain the following:a. The nature of the problem(s)b. The approximate date(s) that the problem(s)

occurredc. The name(s) of the individual(s) involved in the

problem(s) within the institution and/or other students that were involved

d. Copies of important information regarding the problem(s) (facts, not rumors, lead to sources)

e. Evidence demonstrating that the institution's complaint procedure was followed prior to contacting ACCET, ACEN, or the N.H. Department of Education

f. All complaints should be signed


Programof Study


Practical Nursing1,200 Hours

Programmatically Accredited by: Accreditation Commission for Education in NursingApproved by: New Hampshire Board of Nursing

Program Mission: American School of Nursing and Medical Careers, in response to the community’s need for qualified nurses, is dedicated to preparing Practical Nurses who demonstrate competence, sound judgment, caring behaviors, professionalism, and an interest in lifelong learning. Additionally, American School of Nursing and Medical Careers is committed to fostering career advancement and meeting the educational needs of individuals who are committed to nursing as a profession. It does so by providing a New Hampshire Board of Nursing approved, quality practical nursing program. Graduates of the Practical Nursing program are prepared to achieve licensure as Practical Nurses, to coordinate and perform health care services that provide individualized patient/client centered care under the direction of a registered nurse, registered nurse practitioner, dentist, or physician in a variety of health care settings. Graduates promote health and wellness, prevent illness, deliver care through the nursing process (by contributing to assessment, planning, implementation of restorative, rehabilitative, and palliative care interventions, and evaluation of specific patient responses), and collaborate as responsible members of the health care team.

Program Philosophy: American School of Nursing and Medical Careers’ philosophy is based on the values and beliefs of its administration and faculty and reflects its mission. It incorporates the concepts of individual and community, nursing process, nursing diagnosis, critical thinking, health, education, and environment.

We the administration and faculty, believe that each individual is unique and has a distinctive set of spiritual, emotional, cultural, cognitive and physical dimensions. Each individual person is motivated

by her or his beliefs, values, perceptions and goals.The ability of a person to be self-directed and/or to adapt to changes varies depending on all of the preceding factors. Nursing, we believe, is a dynamic and creative process, requiring a base of knowledge in the humanities, the sciences, nursing process, nursing diagnosis, and critical thinking (cognitive domain), skill in performing assessments and technical procedures (psychomotor domain), and an empathetic and caring approach toward patients/clients (affective domain). Further, we believe that nursing encompasses the provision of individual patient/client centered care which promotes and attains/maintains optimal health. We believe that this care includes assisting the patient/client during both health and illness to carry out activities he or she would perform independently if able (i.e. capable or knowledgeable) which contribute to health, recovery, or peaceful death. We envision the nurse as advocate, as a teacher and care provider. Further, we believe that care must be provided in a manner that assists the patient/client to regain his or her independence as quickly as possible. (Henderson, 1960)*

The scope of practice of the practical nurse in New Hampshire, in accordance with the Nursing Practice Act and Administrative Rules has specific foci as outlined on page 23.

We consider health to be dynamic across the lifespan and to include physical, emotional, social and spiritual aspects of self, which may be influenced by the external environment. Each patient/client has the right to be cared for through a holistic, patient-centered approach in light of his or her interconnected biologic, psychosocial, cultural and spiritual needs. We maintain an awareness of community needs based on the health dynamics of specific populations through collaborative liaisons


with health care providers and agencies.

We believe, therefore, that we must provide education through courses and clinical experience which support the development of the individual student as a competent, qualified, compassionate practitioner, functioning within the scope of practice of the practical nurse, and under the direction of a registered nurse, advanced registered nurse practitioner, dentist, or physician. We believe it is our obligation to teach in a manner that supports the students’ success. We respect each student’s uniqueness and the difference in learning styles, and therefore, we continuously assess and address the individual needs of students in an assistive manner.

We believe that to be successful educators we must provide education through didactic teaching, demonstration, role modeling, guiding, observation, and testing of students. We strive to create an environment in which critical thinking, creativity, and independence appropriate to the scope of practice and the student’s current level of knowledge and skill are valued. We encourage the student to participate in interactive and reciprocal learning and to continue development of lifelong learning skills.

Program Description: The program provides learning experiences that prepare the student to carry out the scope of practice, nursing duties, and responsibilities, of the Licensed Practical Nurse in New Hampshire. Clinical experiences occur in a variety of health care settings. The student is able to learn and to develop skills that she or he will need to deliver patient/client centered care, and to promote health and wellness. The majority of students are able to complete the program within 12 months.

The student learns that nursing is caring for and about individuals, families, and the community. Each individual is a unique person with specific biologic, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs. The student learns to recognize that body, mind and spirit are interconnected. She or he gains a further appreciation and respect for diversity. These unique aspects of each person are part of the assessment factors that the student must use in carrying out the

nursing process while providing care and evaluating the care recipient's response.The program is focused on the student as a learner. The student learns critical thinking, assessment of data and information (nursing assessment), response to patient's needs and plan care (care planning and evaluation). The coursework enables the student to become knowledgeable and skilled, and to develop professional judgment and manner of thinking. The student's achievement is evaluated through academic classes, labs, and clinical experiences.

Program terms are sequential. All nursing courses are sequential by term. Any deviance from the sequence on page 49 of non-nursing courses would an exception and must be approved by the Director of Nursing.

Student Learning Outcomes 1. Collect data and conduct focused nursing

assessments of the health status of clients. 2. Plan nursing care for clients with stable conditions

throughout the lifespan up to and including a peaceful death.

3. Participate in the development and modification of the comprehensive plan of care for clients.

4. Implement appropriate aspects of the strategy of care within the LPN scope of practice.

5. Participate in nursing care management through delegating, assigning, and directing nursing interventions that may be performed by others, including other LPNs, that do not conflict with the LPN Scope of Practice.

6. Maintain safe and effective nursing care rendered to clients directly or indirectly taking into consideration diverse populations and cultural competency.

7. Promote a safe and therapeutic environment for the client.

8. Participate in health teaching and counseling to promote, attain, and maintain the optimum health level of clients.

9. Serve as an advocate for the client by communicating and collaborating with other health care professionals and personnel.

10. Participate in the evaluation of client responses to interventions.


Course Lecture Hours

Lab Hours

Clinical Hours Prerequisites

Term 1:AP101 Anatomy & Physiology I 45 30 -

AP102 Anatomy & Physiology II 45 30 - AP101

PN101 Practical Nursing I 135 60 90

Term 2:PH101 Pharmacology 45 - - AP101, AP102

PSY101 Psychology 45 - -

ENG101 English Composition 45 - -

PN102 Practical Nursing II 135 60 90 AP101, AP102, PH101, PN101

Term 3:PN103 Practical Nursing III 90 - 90 AP101, AP102, ENG101, PH101, PN101, PN102, PSY101

NUT101 Nutrition & Diet Therapy 45 - - AP101, AP102

GD101 Human Growth & Development 45 - - PSY101

PN104 Maternal Child Health Nursing 45 30 - AP101, AP102, ENG101, PH101, PN101, PN102, PSY101

Total 720 210 270


CourseDescriptions


Practical Nursing

AP101 Anatomy and Physiology I 75 HoursLecture: 45 HoursLab: 30 HoursThis course is an introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Accurate and current information is presented on the structure and function of human tissues and organ systems including the skin, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Laboratory work parallels lecture topics and includes exercises in microscopy, anatomical identification, and dissection of preserved and fresh specimens.

AP102 Anatomy and Physiology II 75 HoursLecture: 45 HoursLab: 30 HoursThis course is an introduction to the structure and function of the human body. Accurate and current information is presented on the structure and function of human tissues and organ systems including: the endocrine, cardiovascular, respiratory, urinary, lymphatic, digestive, and reproductive systems. Water, electrolyte, and acid-base balance will also be covered, along with introductory genetics and genomics. Laboratory work parallels lecture topics and includes exercises in microscopy, anatomical identification, and dissection of preserved and fresh specimens.Prerequisites: AP101

ENG101 English Composition45 HoursLecture: 45 HoursThis course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of writing and to provide them with the opportunity to master the mechanics of English and standard modes of expression. The course has two basic divisions: Mechanics: the focus is on grammatical structures, syntax and usage of the English language. Writing Process: covering various modes of written expression. Included in the writing assignments is a six week intensive research paper assignment, using APA format style.

GD101 Human Growth and Development 45 HoursLecture: 45 HoursThis course presents theories and various perspectives of the physical, cognitive, spiritual and psychosocial progression of human growth and development from conception through death.Prerequisites: PSY101

NUT101 Nutrition and Diet Therapy 45 HoursLecture: 45 HoursThis course provides Practical Nursing students with a basic understanding of the science of nutrition and diet therapy. The course will focus on what role nutrients serve in the body, food sources of key nutrients, and how nutrition relates to overall health and wellness. The student will learn of how nutrient needs change throughout life and the nutritional needs of the elderly. The student will be introduced to the rationale for diet modifications, and situations for enteral and parenteral nutrition. Students will be given the opportunity to follow a specific nutrition plan for a specific health disorder and evaluate personally what a patient may experience as they adapt their lifestyle to various changes as a part of nutritional therapy. Basic math skills will be reviewed and utilized to determine intact of calories, protein, fats, and carbohydrates.Prerequisites: AP101, AP102

PH101 Pharmacology 45 HoursLecture: 45 HoursThis course is designed to provide the Practical Nursing student with a solid foundation of pharmacological principles, knowledge of dose calculations, and specific medication categories.Prerequisites: AP101, AP102


PN101 Practical Nursing I 285 HoursLecture: 135 HoursLab: 60 HoursClinical: 90 HoursThis course introduces the student to the profession of nursing and the role and responsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse. It provides an overview of the history of nursing. The development of the Practical Nurse is reviewed from the affective domain and the concepts of caring, spirituality, and cultural competence are explored. The concepts of rationality, self-awareness, and open-mindedness, as parts of the process that guides critical thinking and responsible decision making, are presented. Basic nursing skills and health assessment are taught and reinforced in laboratory and clinical settings. Introductions to the nursing process and concise legal documentation are presented.

PN102 Practical Nursing II285 HoursLecture: 135 HoursLab: 60 HoursClinical: 90 HoursThis course builds on the knowledge and skills presented in Practical Nursing I, with emphasis on the application of the nursing process. The special needs and nursing care of the client in a rehabilitation setting are introduced. Focus is placed on common physical, cognitive, and psychosocial problems and includes the integration of cultural and spiritual aspects as related to the adult population. Included in the course are the key steps to perform medication administration through a combination of didactic and practical laboratory experiences and application in the clinical setting. The course also includes an introduction to the concepts of caring for the adult with specific health deviations. Nursing theory, laboratory practices and clinical experiences are provided to assist the student in the development of advanced nursing skills required for the care of these clients.Prerequisites: AP101, AP102, PH101, PN101

PN103 Practical Nursing III 180 HoursLecture: 90 HoursClinical: 90 HoursThis course is an extension of Practical Nursing II and provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to care for adults in various health care settings. Multiple common adult health deviations of the various body systems are reviewed. Nutritional concepts as they relate to diseases being reviewed are integrated throughout the course. Theory and nursing skills are reinforced in the clinical setting to facilitate integration and application of theoretical knowledge.Prerequisites: AP101, PH101, AP102, ENG101, PN101, PN102, PSY101

PN104 Maternal and Child Health Nursing 75 HoursLecture: 45 HoursLab: 30 HoursThis course covers the concepts of caring for the childbearing woman, the newborn, and the pediatric patient. Pregnancy is presented as a normal physiological process. Potential risks and complications are reviewed. Assessment and care of the normal newborn are covered. Assessment of the pediatric patient is reviewed in light of physiological and psychological development, from newborn to adolescent, as well as potential disorders which may occur.Prerequisites: AP101, PH101, AP102,ENG101, PN101, PN102, PSY101

PSY101 Psychology45 HoursLecture: 45 HoursThis course is designed to introduce students to the basic theories and principles of psychology. Among the topics covered are: key figures in psychology and their theories, examples of research findings from the major perspectives of the field, and using psychological knowledge to improve the quality of our lives. Students will become acquainted with the major concepts and terminology of the discipline and obtain a better understanding of self and others. A combination of lectures, video clips, group discussions, and miscellaneous experiences will be utilized.


Schedule of Tuition & FeesProgram Practical Nursing

Tuition $24,575

Application Fee $25

Registration Fee $125

Lab Fee/Other $1,475

Estimated Cost of Books and Materials $1,800

Total $28,000Contact Hours 1,200

Day Total Weeks 50

Eve Total Weeks N/A


Campus Calendars

Start Date Graduation DatePractical Nursing

2/13/2020 3/25/2021

8/17/2020 7/29/2021

10/14/2020 11/26/2021

12/21/2020 11/26/2021

Day

2020 Campus HolidaysNew Year’s Day January 1, 2020

Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 20, 2020

Good Friday April 10, 2020

Memorial Day May 25, 2020

Independence Day July 3, 2020

Labor Day September 7, 2020

Thanksgiving November 26-27, 2020

Christmas December 25, 2020


Key Administrative StaffJulie Marques Campus President

Kris Peterson Director of Financial Aid

Diane Hall Interim Director of Nursing

Susan Hamilton Clinical Coordinator

Kathleen Gendron Registrar/Receptionist

Amy Urbowicz Director of Career Services

Full-Time FacultyMary McKeich Practical Nursing Instructor MS, Psychology: Palm Beach Atlantic University,

West Palm Beach, FLBS, Nursing: Russell Sage College, Troy, NY

Karen Potter Practical Nursing Instructor MSN, RN, University of Tampa, Tampa, FLBS, Nursing: University of Tampa, Tampa, FL

Valerie Spier Practical Nursing Instructor Doctorate in Chiropractic: Life Chiropractic College West, Hayward, CAMA Ed, Exercise Science: Queen College, Queens, NYBS, Nursing: Boston University, Boston, MA

Adjunct FacultyElizabeth Moody Adjunct Instructor

Santigie Abdul Sesay Practical Nursing Instructor

Suzanne Cashin Practical Nursing Instructor

Megan Clark Practical Nursing Instructor

Barbara Kabel Practical Nursing Instructor

Laurie Yost Practical Nursing Instructor

Faculty & Staff


Dr. Jon Coover Chief Executive Officer

Michele Sinusas Chief Information Officer

Paul Somogyi Vice President of Information Technology

Ruthann Wolverton Senior Vice President of Student Outcomes

Tony McPeck Vice President of Marketing

Erika Winans Vice President of Academic Services

April Lupinacci Vice President of Compliance and Licensure

Wade Charlton Regional Vice President of Operations

Shannon Guida Executive Student Finance Director

Central Services Staff


Advisory BoardKelsey Barr, Campus Workforce Manager Pleasant View Center-Genesis 239 Pleasant St., Concord, NH 03301 Phone: 603-410-3404

Colleen Buzzell, Director of Health ServicesRiverWoods15 RiverWoods Drive, Exeter, NH 03833Phone: 603-658-3045

Cory Carter, HR CoordinatorPleasant Valley Nursing Center8 Peabody Rd, Derry, NH 03038Phone: 603-434-1566

Caity Dawson, Manager of Recruitment Medwin Healthcare Staffing37A Epping Street, Raymond, NH 03077Phone: 603-244-2650

Christine Dimmick, VP of Program ServicesRose Meadow GroupPO Box 1450, New Boston, NH 03070Phone: 603-487-3590

Paul Durand and Lisa Dumont, Co-FoundersHeaven Sent Home Care14 Spring Street, Nashua, NH 03060Phone: 603-459-8358

Susan Flanagan, RN, MHA, Director of NursesGenesis Partridge House ASL777 Lafayette Rd., Hampton, NH 03842Phone: 603-929-3032

Heidi Forrence, Executive DirectorHackett Hill Center191 Hackett Hill Rd, Manchester, NH 03102Phone: 603-668-8161

Heather Foster, Director of NursingHanover Hill Health Care Center700 Hanover St, Manchester, NH 03104Phone: 603-627-3826

Raegene Goodine, Recruiting Operations Q/A SpecialistIntelyCare, Inc1515 Hancock Street Suite#203, Quincy, MA 02169Phone: 844-683-5922

Raegene Goodine, Recruiting Operations Q/A SpecialistIntelyCare, Inc1515 Hancock Street Suite#203, Quincy, MA 02169Phone: 844-683-5922

Donna Hannon, Director of NursingVilla Crest Nursing Home1276 Hanover St, Manchester, NH 03104Phone: 603-622-3262

Judith Haywood, Executive DirectorLangdon Place of Nashua319 E. Dunstable Rd, Nashua, NH 03060Phone: 603-888-7878

Deanna Hunt, HR ManagerAurora Senior Living at Derry20 Chester Rd, Derry, NH 03038Phone 603-432-3801

Molly Inman, Recruitment & Retention CoordinatorHome Instead Senior Care100A Middle St, Manchester, NH 03101Phone: 603-668-6868 x103

Alison Lee, HR DirectorHanover Hill Health Care Center700 Hanover St, Manchester, NH 03104Phone: 603-627-3826 x308

Nikki Lizotte, RecruiterReadyNurse Staffing2 Commerce Drive, Suite 201, Bedford, NH Phone: 603-222-1230

Melanie Mathews, Director, Marketing DevelopmentIntelyCare, Inc1515 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA 02169Phone: 617-800-0956

Mae McCarthy-Tiella, Community Relations CoordinatorHome Instead Senior Care100 Middle St., Manchester, NH 03101Phone: 603-668-6868

Cynthia McDonald, Clinical Nurse SpecialistElliot Health Systems1070 Holt Ave, Suite 1600, Manchester, NH 03103Phone: 603-663-3163


Robin McMeniman, RN, Certified Nurse EducatorLangdon Place of Nashua319 E. Dunstable Rd, Nashua, NH 03060Phone: 603-888-7878

Tanya Miranda, Staffing SpecialistMedwin Healthcare Staffing37A Epping Street, Raymond, NH 03077Phone: 603-244-2650

Eileen Mitchell, RN, Director of Clinical ServicesMaxim Healthcare 1750 Elm St. Suite 602, Manchester, NH 03104 Phone: 603-644-5003

Melissa Moody, RN, RCD-Resident Care DirectorBedford Falls Assisted Living 5 Corporate Dr., Bedford, NH 03110 Phone: 603-471-2555

Linda Robinson, Resident Care DirectorGreystone Farms/Benchmark Community 242 Main St., Salem, NH 03079Phone: 603-898-4477

Kimberly Rose, RN, Director of Nursing Merrimack County DOC 314 DW Highway, Boscawen, NH 03303Phone: 603-796-3637

Tammy Sellgman, Staff Development CoordinatorVilla Crest Nursing Home1276 Hanover St, Manchester, NH 03104Phone: 603-622-3262

Rebecca Sleeth, Hiring ManagerThe Courville Communities175 River Rd, Manchester, NH 03104Phone: 603-647-1233 x1000

Judith Smart, RN, Health Services Administrator Prime Care Medical, Inc.99 North Rd., Brentwood, NH 03833Phone: 603-679-9454

Niki Strachan, RN, CCHP, Health Services Administrator Prime Care Medical, Inc.99 North Rd., Brentwood, NH 03833Phone: 603-679-9454

Melissa Vine, RN, Staff Development ManagerPleasant Valley Nursing Center8 Peabody Rd, Derry, NH 03038Phone: 603-434-1566


Clinical SitesEmployer Address City State ZipHackett Hill 191 Hackett Hill Rd Manchester NH 03102

Hanover Hill Healthcare Center 700 Hanover St Manchester NH 03104

Mt. Carmel Nursing Home 235 Myrtle St Manchester NH 03104

Oceanside 22 Tuck Rd Hampton NH 03842

Ridgewood 25 Ridgewood Dr Bedford NH 03110

VA Medical Center 718 Smyth Rd Manchester NH 03104

Villacrest 1276 Hanover St Manchester NH 03104

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