A student is placed on Academic Probation when failing to meet the appropriate course grade or lab/clinical requirements or in some cases of academic performance. The following results in automatic academic probation:
- Failure to maintain a 2.0 grade point average (GPA) in each semester/session in Bellin College major and general education courses.
- Failure to attain a “C” or better in a major course or required education course.
- Receipt of an unsatisfactory clinical evaluation.
- Failure to attain a “P” in any Pass/Fail course.
- Failure to meet the terms or expected outcomes of classroom/lab, and/or clinical monitoring.
Each case is reviewed individually. The nature and gravity of the incident, the motivation underlying the behavior, the student’s academic, performance and disciplinary history, precedent in similar cases and other mitigating circumstances will be considered in determining the appropriate action(s). Repeat cases of violations of the College values may result in more severe penalties. Based on the type of infraction, the College cooperates with local, state, and federal law enforcement authorities as appropriate.
The College reserves the right to immediately terminate any student from the program when that student’s behavior, health, and/or performance jeopardizes the safety of the clients, other students, or College faculty, staff, visitors, guests, and/or property.
Students are required to sign the SPN from when placed on clinical monitoring or academic probation. The form provides written evidence of present status, recommendations for improvement, expected outcomes, timelines, and consequences. The signed form becomes part of the student’s official file. A copy of the signed SPN is provided to the student.