BELLIN COLLEGE CATALOG2011-12<strong>College</strong> ProfileEffective DatesThis catalog is in effect from August 15, 2011, until it is superseded by a new <strong>Bellin</strong> <strong>College</strong> Catalog.AbbreviationsReferences to <strong>Bellin</strong> <strong>College</strong> may be listed as BC or <strong>College</strong> throughout this document. Further referencesinclude University of Wisconsin–Green Bay (UWGB), St. Norbert <strong>College</strong> (SNC), Silver Lake <strong>College</strong> (SLC),Northeast Wisconsin Technical <strong>College</strong> (NWTC), and <strong>College</strong> of the Menominee Nation (CMN). In addition,abbreviations for Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (BSRS), andMasters of Nursing (MSN) are included throughout this catalog.<strong>College</strong> PolicyThe provisions of this catalog are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between a student and <strong>Bellin</strong><strong>College</strong>. The information in this book was accurate at the time of printing. As is true at all colleges anduniversities, changes occur in academic requirements, courses offered, and general regulations. Changes areannounced via established procedures such as the <strong>College</strong> newsletters or email.Nondiscrimination PolicyIt is the policy of <strong>Bellin</strong> <strong>College</strong> to be nondiscriminatory because of race, color, creed, national and ethnicorigin, religion, age, gender, marital status, or handicap in the admission of students, in student programs, andin the employment of <strong>College</strong> faculty and staff.In conformance with applicable federal and state regulations, <strong>Bellin</strong> <strong>College</strong> is committed to nondiscrimination,equal opportunity, and affirmative action in its educational programs and employment policies. Inquiriesconcerning this policy may be directed to the Vice President of Student Services.AccommodationsConsistent with federal law, it is the policy of <strong>Bellin</strong> <strong>College</strong> to provide appropriate, necessary, reasonable, andaffordable accommodations to students with documented physical and learning disabilities. If a studentanticipates requiring any auxiliary aids or services, s/he should contact the Vice President of Student Servicesprior to the beginning of the academic year to discuss the required documentation; h/his needs and arrangefor the provision of services.Type of <strong>College</strong><strong>Bellin</strong> <strong>College</strong> is an independent, accredited, coeducational, baccalaureate and masters degree grantinginstitution.Degrees Conferred• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)BSN graduates are eligible to apply and take the National Council Licensure Examination for RegisteredNurses (NCLEX-RN).• Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (BSRS)BSRS graduates are eligible to apply and take the national board examination offered by the AmericanRegistry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Administrator Track (currently not accepting new students) Educator Track Family Nurse Practitioner Track (scheduled Fall of 2012)1
BELLIN COLLEGE CATALOG2011-12AccreditationThe <strong>College</strong> is accredited by the following agencies:• The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), a Commission of the North Central Association of <strong>College</strong>s andSchools30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400Chicago, IL 60602-2504Phone: (800) 621-7440www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org Baccalaureate and Masters accreditation 2004-2014 Radiologic Sciences accreditation 2008-2014• Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)One DuPont Circle, NW, Suite 530Washington, DC 20036-1120Phone: (202) 887-6791www.aacn.nche.edu Baccalaureate accreditation 2008-2018 Masters accreditation 2008-2018• Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850Chicago, IL 60606-3182Phone: (312) 704-5300www.jrcert.org Accreditation 2007- 2015• Wisconsin Board of Nursing, Wisconsin Department of Regulation & Licensing1400 East Washington AvenueMadison, WI 53703(608) 266-2112www.drl.wi.gov Approved since 1984Memberships• North Central Association of <strong>College</strong>s and Schools• National League for Nursing, Council of Baccalaureate and Higher Degree Programs• American Association of <strong>College</strong>s of Nursing• Wisconsin Association of Collegiate Schools of Nursing• American Health Sciences Education Consortium• National Association of <strong>College</strong> Admissions Counselors• National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators• National Association of <strong>College</strong> and University Business Officers• American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO)• Wisconsin Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers (WACRAO)AffiliationsCollegiate: Students take some of the required general education courses at accredited 2 or 4 yearinstitutions, such as UWGB, SNC or NWTC. <strong>Bellin</strong> <strong>College</strong> also has course transfer agreements with Silver Lake<strong>College</strong>, and the <strong>College</strong> of Menominee Nation. <strong>Bellin</strong> <strong>College</strong> does offer select general education courses.2