5603.1 The Board may grant full approval to a program after initial approval provided that the program has done the following:

1. (a) Submitted proof that the percentage of the program's National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) pass rate is at least eighty percent (80%) for first time test takers. The percentage pass rate shall be based on the cumulative results of the first two (2) quarters following graduation of the first class;
2. (b) Submitted a self-evaluation report by the Nursing Administrator, following the graduation of the first classing, indicating compliance with the provisions of this chapter;
3. (c) Submitted proof that the program has received accreditation from a U.S. Department of Education recognized national nursing accrediting organization;
4. (d) Submitted proof that the controlling educational institution has regional or national U.S. Department of Education accreditation;
5. (e) Submitted proof that the program has demonstrated continued ability to meet the standards and requirements of this chapter; and
6. (f) Demonstrated compliance with the requirements of this chapter during the site visit.

5603.2 In order to maintain full approval a program shall demonstrate the following:

1. (a) The annual pass rate for first time test takers on the licensure or certification examination is not less than eighty percent (80%);
2. (b) The annual program reports that meet requirements of this chapter; and
3. (c) The accreditation status that verifies the program meets requirements of this chapter.

5603.4 An announced or unannounced on-site visit shall be conducted to verify that the program meets requirements of this chapter.

5603.5 The first year that the licensure pass rate for first time test takers in a program is less than eighty percent (80%), but at least seventy five percent (75%), the Board shall send written notice to the program that the program has failed to meet the requirements

and standards of this chapter.

5603.6 The Board or its designee may perform an announced or unannounced on-site visit to the facility and provide a report to the Board.

5603.7 The program's nurse administrator shall submit a corrective plan of action to the Board within sixty (60) calendar days from receipt of the Board's written notice.

5603.8 The Board shall maintain a list of approved programs. The list shall be maintained up to date on the Department's Internet website. The list shall also be compiled and published annually and available to the public upon request.

SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 51 DCR 7190 (July 23, 2004); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 54 DCR 2116 (March 9, 2007); as amended by Final Rulemaking published at 62 DCR 16319 (December 25, 2015).