Academic Policy / Academic Integrity Policy

1. Purpose

To explain how academic progress, evaluation, grading, completion requirements, and academic integrity are managed so students clearly understand expectations and can succeed in a fair and transparent learning environment.
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2. Scope

Applies to all academic work and assessments, including assignments, quizzes, exams, skills assessments, practicums/field activities, and online learning activities.

3. Key principles

  • Transparency: Course outlines define outcomes and evaluations.
  • Fairness: Evaluation criteria are applied consistently.
  • Support: Students are encouraged to seek help early.
  • Integrity: Academic work must be honest and properly referenced.

PART A — Academic Policy

A1. Program and course requirements

Students are responsible for reviewing program/course information, including schedules, learning outcomes, required resources, and evaluation methods. Instructors provide outlines identifying:
  • Learning outcomes and required competencies
  • Evaluation components and weighting
  • Due dates and timelines
  • Mandatory activities (labs/practicums/live sessions)

A2. Assessment and grading

Grades may be percentage based, pass/fail, or competency based depending on the course.
Default passing standard (unless otherwise stated):
  • Minimum final course grade of 60% (Vocational), 80% (non-vocational) (or “Pass” for pass/fail courses); and
  • Satisfactory completion of required competency/skills assessments.


Some courses/components may require a higher standard for professional/safety reasons. Where higher standards exist, they apply.

A3. Academic standing and progress

Academic standing may include:

  • Good standing
  • Academic/attendance concern (early warning)
  • Probation (formal improvement plan)
  • Academic failure (requirements not met)


Students who do not meet requirements may be required to repeat work/course, pause progression, withdraw, or may be subject to expulsion where warranted. Academic failure and academic dishonesty may be grounds for expulsion per the Expulsion Policy.

A4. Midpoint evaluation (vocational programs)

Where required for vocational programs, the College provides a written evaluation of progress before a student completes 50% of the program and keeps documentation on file.

A5. Late submissions and extensions

Students should submit work by deadlines. If a student anticipates difficulty meeting a deadline, they must request an extension as early as possible.

Course outlines may specify late penalties or rules. If a course outline is silent, the instructor may apply a reasonable approach based on the course design and fairness, and will communicate it clearly to students.

The College may extend timelines for reasonable circumstances, particularly when the student communicates promptly.

A6. Missed evaluations

Students who miss an evaluation must notify the instructor ASAP and request a deferral. Deferrals may be granted where circumstances are reasonable and verifiable. If missed without notice or reasonable basis, the student may receive zero.

A7. Re‑assessment / re‑submission

Where feasible and consistent with program design, instructors may allow re assessment/re submission to support mastery. Opportunities may be limited based on safety, resources, fairness, and program requirements. Course outlines may specify limits.

A8. Academic records

The College maintains records of evaluations, grades, and academic standing decisions. Students may request access to academic records consistent with privacy practices and applicable law.

A9. Academic appeals and complaints

Students who disagree with an academic decision should seek resolution promptly.

Academic appeal pathway:

  1. Informal resolution: Speak with the instructor promptly after receiving the decision/grade (when feasible).
  2. Formal review: If unresolved, submit a written request for review to the Student Advisor/Campus Administrator outlining the decision, grounds, and requested remedy.
  3. Final internal review: If unresolved, escalate in writing to the President (or designate). The President’s decision is final within the College.


Where reasonable, the College may extend timelines for students facing barriers (illness, emergency, accessibility needs).

PART B — Academic Integrity Policy

B1. Integrity expectations

Students must:
  • Submit original work where required and properly acknowledge sources.
  • Follow assessment rules and permitted materials.
  • Avoid any action that gives an unfair advantage.
  • Protect login credentials and never allow another person to complete work or assessments on their behalf.

B2. Examples of academic misconduct

Includes (not limited to):
  • Cheating (unauthorized aids/devices)
  • Plagiarism and improper paraphrasing
  • Contract cheating (paying/arranging someone else to do the work)
  • Unauthorized collaboration
  • Impersonation / substitution
  • Falsification/alteration of records (grades, attendance, practicum logs, competency checklists)
  • Bribery/coercion or attempted influence of outcomes
  • Re‑using the same work for multiple courses without approval

B3. Use of generative AI and assistive tools

Unless an instructor explicitly permits it for a specific task, students must assume assessments require original work.

If AI/tools are permitted, students must:
  • Follow instructor directions on allowed use and disclosure
  • Ensure accuracy and proper referencing
  • Not upload confidential/personal information into external tools


Using AI to generate assessment submissions when not permitted may be treated as academic misconduct.

B4. Process for suspected misconduct

Typically:
  1. Instructor documents the concern and gathers evidence.
  2. Student is notified and given an opportunity to respond.
  3. The College determines (on a balance of probabilities) whether misconduct occurred.
  4. Decision and outcome are communicated in writing.

B5. Consequences

May include:
  • Educational response/coaching
  • Redo/alternate assessment
  • Grade reduction or zero on affected work
  • Failing grade in course/module
  • Probation or suspension
  • Expulsion (see Expulsion Policy)

B6. Records and confidentiality

Decisions and outcomes are documented and retained according to College record keeping practices and applicable requirements. Information is shared only as needed to administer the policy and meet legal obligations.

B7. No reprisal

Where feasible and consistent with program design, instructors may allow re assessment/re submission to support mastery. Opportunities may be limited based on safety, resources, fairness, and program requirements. Course outlines may specify limits.

A8. Academic records

The College maintains records of evaluations, grades, and academic standing decisions. Students may request access to academic records consistent with privacy practices and applicable law.

A9. Academic appeals and complaints

No retaliation is permitted against anyone reporting suspected misconduct or participating in a review in good faith.

Related policies

  • Student Code of Conduct
  • Attendance Policy
  • Student Complaint Procedure
  • Expulsion Policy
  • Student acknowledgement – online/hybrid delivery (where applicable)

Compliance statement

This policy is intended to be consistent with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements. Where there is a conflict, applicable law/directives prevail.