Tests and test items are considered the property of the nursing program. Only answers marked as directed will be scored. Test items are analyzed by faculty to provide students with valid, reliable tests. Students are strictly prohibited from disclosing test items or response choices to anyone, including using language that is substantially similar to the test item or response choice.
The disclosure of any information about the nature or content of test items, before, during, or after a test is considered cheating and will result in a grade of "F" in the course. This includes but is not limited to possession of test questions outside of a testing situation unless supervised or approved by a faculty member, any oral or written disclosure, or any paper or electronic distribution. Additional penalties could occur if the student is referred for disciplinary action. See SON Academic Honesty policy.
The SON incorporates computerized “standardized exams” (i.e., ATI) within pre-licensure nursing programs to assist students in developing competencies necessary for successful nursing practice. This process prepares students to successfully pass the NCLEX-RN\circledR by evaluating student learning throughout the curriculum and strengthening the student’s knowledge base. Exams provide a numeric value that measures current levels of understanding and identifies areas of content weakness to guide remediation efforts. Standardized exams may be administered during selected nursing courses and/or at the end of the program. The taking of standardized exams is mandatory. Each student is required to take the standardized exams when scheduled. If the standardized exam is not taken when scheduled, the procedure delineated in “make-up tests” will be followed.
Hands-on practical experience is a critical part of the nursing curriculum and experience is gained in various settings. The SON is committed to providing students with excellent practicum experiences at all levels. The