Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2023-2024 Graduate Academic Catalog
must retake the course at Gwynedd Mercy University . The student will have only one opportunity to repeat a course .
Academic Dismissal Failure to resolve any of the above circumstances as detailed above shall result in a recommendation of dismissal from the program . A student who earns a grade of C- or below in two or more courses may be subject to a recommendation of dismissal from the program .
Course withdrawal policies : Students may withdraw only once from each course within the public health program .
Time to Completion : The MPH degree may be completed in 20 months by those who maintain a course load of 9 credits per semester . Students may enroll with a course load of 3 to 9 credits per semester . The maximum time allotted for all graduate degree programs at Gwynedd Mercy University is 6 years .
Experiential Learning : Students enrolled in the public health program are required to engage in a public health applied practice experience course , PUB 700 , which allow students to gain valuable experience and network while applying program and foundational public health competencies . Students should consult with their academic advisor at the beginning of the semester before they expect to complete their field work . Students are responsible to arrange and confirm their own practicum site . Sites and preceptors must be approved by the Program Director . Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from experiential learning opportunities .
Non-Academic Criteria for Admission , Progression and Retention
Compliance Requirements and Clearances : Students are expected to comply with any health , safety or professional conduct requirements of their public health applied practice experience ( APE ) sites .
Professional Disposition and Conduct : Public health professionals are expected to communicate respectfully with all stakeholders in oral and written communications , and to be sensitive to cultural practices and norms of the communities with whom they work . Students within the public health program are expected to develop and practice these skills in their courses and APE . Any student who behaves in a manner deemed disrespectful to others by their instructor or APE preceptor will be referred to the Program Director to discuss the incident and develop strategies and a plan to remediate the situation . Unprofessional behavior during the APE may result in being asked to not return to the practice site , which will result in an F in the course , PUB 700 .
Technology Requirements : The MPH program is fully online . To successfully participate in classes in this
program , students must have :
• Access to a computer and the internet
• Internet speed :
• Basic broadband ( 4 Mbs ) recommended
• 1.5 Mbs upload and download speed required
• speedtest . net allows you to test the speed at your location
• Webcam - 1280 x 720 ( 1 megapixel ) resolution recommended
• Microphone
• Speakers
• Microsoft Office
• Free and available to students with their @ gmercyu . edu account via Office365
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