1. (a) The philosophy/mission and objectives/outcomes of the advanced practice registered nursing education program shall be consistent with the philosophy/mission of the governing institution.

2. (b) The philosophy/mission and objectives/outcomes shall be consistent with:

   1. (1) The philosophy/mission of the governing institution;
   2. (2) The scope of practice of the advanced practice registered nurse role and population focus;
   3. (3) The targeted population or setting for delivery of advanced practice registered nursing care; and
   4. (4) Professional, educational, and ethical standards of nursing.
3. (c) The program objectives/outcomes shall be consistent with the program's philosophy/mission and shall describe the capabilities of the graduates of the program. Objectives/Outcomes shall be stated in behavioral terms and shall serve as a mechanism for evaluating student progression.
4. (d) The written philosophy/mission and objectives/outcomes shall be used as a basis for planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating the program and shall be shared with the students.
5. (e) The dean/director and the faculty shall periodically review the philosophy/mission and objectives/outcomes, consider student input as appropriate, and make necessary revisions to maintain currency.

Source Note:The provisions of this §219.5 adopted to be effective September 13, 2001, 26 TexReg 6889; amended to be effective January 8, 2008, 33 TexReg 184; amended to be effective December 9, 2018, 43 TexReg 7894.