Gwynedd Mercy University
AY2021-2022 Undergraduate Academic Catalog
Program Directors and Contact Information : Program Director : Ariana Amaya , OTD , OTR / L -
amaya . a @ gmercyu . edu ; Assistant Program Coordinator : Kirsten Edling , MSOT , OTR / L - edling . k @ gmercyu . edu Program Degree Level – Non-degree Certificate ( 2 year , 4 year ) Program Type - Term Program Modality – On-ground
Program Description - Integrated Studies at Gwynedd Mercy University is a student-centered , inclusive post-secondary program for individuals aged 18-26 with intellectual disability . This program is designed to provide excellent opportunities in education , career development , and social participation within an inclusive academic setting . Integrated Studies offers two-year or four-year non-degree certificates for students to progressively develop skills each semester related to academic interest , employment , communication , healthy living , and technology with the ultimate goal of increased independence , meaningful employment and self-actualization . Students will audit 16-20 university classes ( equivalent to 48-60 credit hours ) or 32-40 university classes ( equivalent to 96-120 credit hours ) throughout the program . Each student could enroll in up to 9 credits if they demonstrate success in audited courses and follow the process for non-matriculating students .
Program Learning Outcomes : PLO1 Upon completion of program , and completing internships each semester , graduates will be employed within their field of interest within 6 months ; PLO2 Integrated Studies students will identify an academic area of interest , actively participate in courses within their generalized education as well as their core academic focus , and demonstrate continued academic growth ; PLO3 Integrated Studies students will demonstrate increased autonomy in decision-making , self-awareness , and problem solving ; PLO4 To be meaningfully engaged in a community of college learners , Integrated Studies students will connect to university resources , campus life and student organizations based on personcentered plan ; PLO5 Based on person-centered plan and individualized growth areas , Integrated Studies students will demonstrate progressive growth within the domains of independent living skills ( such as : living on campus , navigating within the community , managing personal finances and schedule , etc .)
For Major Requirements see Curriculum Sheets
Academic Criteria for Admission , Progression and Retention Note : Integrated Studies Program is not available for Dual Enrollment .
Academic Admissions Criteria ( Please see non-academic admissions criteria below ): In order to be admitted into GMercyU ' s Integrated Studies program , each student must :
• Have exited high school .
• Have functional literacy skills and basic computer literacy in order to comprehend basic safety signage , complete assignments with supports , and navigate the campus independently .
• Have the potential to successfully achieve goals and the course requirements set out for an Audit designation with minimal support .
• Be able to appropriately participate in 75-minute classes with necessary accommodations in place to function independently in social situations such as being alone in the Griffin Complex , academic buildings , dining hall , etc .
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