OSHA Compliance

Delaware Institute of Health Sciences complies with federal ADA (see "Rehabilitation Act..." on the right) and OSHA guidelines for operation of campus sites. If you require any special assistance or accomodations, contact the staff or instructor. A written referral is needed to qualify for some services.
 

Drug-Free Workplace Policy

In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, as revised by the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989, Public Law 101-226, Delaware Institute of Health Sciences administration and PN faculty are required to notify employees and students that the unlawful manufacturing, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance or alcohol is prohibited in the college environment. The school has adopted and implemented an educational, assistance, and referral program for students and employees.

Random drug testing has been mandated in many nursing and health programs and by most employers. Beginning Fall 2006, mandatory drug screening is required of all students accepted into the PN program. PN students will be advised at orientation of procedures and are responsible for the cost of screening and random subsequent screening. Students should be aware that drug and/or DNA screening (hair and/or urine) and background history may be required by many employers. The faculty and students will comply with agency protocols required by clinical affiliates. Any student found to be non-compliant with all agency protocols will be immediately dismissed from the program and may reapply in one year with documentation of a negative drug screen and documentation of treatment in a designated treatment program.

The word "Drug' does not include prescription medications prescribed to the student by the physician or any OTC (over-the-counter) drugs.
 

Disclaimer Related to Licensure Eligibility

Completion of this PN program does not guarantee passage of the NCLEX-PN exam or licensure as a LPN. The Delaware and other states Boards of Nursing may deny an application for licensure based on prior legal or criminal convictions. Laws do vary in other states. Students who are Delaware residents who have questions or concerns regarding eligibility for licensure are advised to contact the State Board of Nursing where you intend to be licensed prior to enrollment at Delaware Institute of Health Sciences School of Practical Nursing.

Delaware State Board of Nursing
861 Silver Lake Blvd, Cannon Building, Suite 203
Dover, DE 19904-2467
Phone: (302) 744-4500
 

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy (FERPA) Act and its subsequent revisions deal with educational records of students. The purpose of the law is to define who may or may not have access to student records. The law allows students and parents of dependent students, as defined by the IRS, access to the individual student's educational records.

Delaware Institute Of Health Sciences will not release directory or other information on students to any interested member of the public unless the student requests it in writing and signs a release form. Directory and PN program information is defined as follows: (1) the student's name; (2) address; (3) telephone number; (4) date and place of birth; (5) major; (6) participation in officially recognized activities and sports; (7) weight and height; (8) dates of attendance; (9) degrees and awards received; (10) previous educational institutions attended, (11) degrees and awards received, (12) results of drug or other screenings and other similar information.

Delaware Institute Of Health Sciences maintains confidentiality of all student records and complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. Records are maintained in a secured office with limited access to authorized persons.