HWPS and NPS Learner Handbooks
School and program level policies and procedures for HWPS and NPS learners.
Learners are responsible to know the information contained in the CNM Catalog and HWPS/NPS Learner Handbooks. If there is a conflict between the information in the learner handbook and the CNM catalog, the catalog takes precedence.
HWPS and NPS have the right to make additions or deletions to the learner handbooks. Any substantial changes will be communicated to currently enrolled students via CNM email.
CNM, HWPS, and NPS Policies and Information
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Policies
- Attendance Policy: HWPS is aligned with College policy on attendance. See course syllabi for specific course attendance policies. HWPS Faculty members are encouraged to communicate with learners prior to dropping them for non-attendance.
- Academic Standing
- Grade Appeals
- Grading System: See course syllabi for specific grading policies.
- Incomplete Grade Assignment and Removal
- Annual Individual TB Risk Assessment and Symptom Evaluation
- Blood-Borne Pathogen Exposure/Student Injury Protocol and Documents
- BBP Exposure Data Collection Document
- BBP Post-Exposure Information Sheet
- CNM Off-Campus Incident Injury Report Document
- Immunization Locations and Services
- Clinical Consultation Center Contact Information
- Campus Maps
- Coordinated Entry Programs (CPE)
- Advisors
- Course Repeat Limit
- CPE Programs typically do not allow a third registration attempt
- Disability Discrimination Complaint Procedure
- Disciplinary Policy and Procedures
- Emergency Telephone Messages
- You may use the school's number, (505) 224-4111, as an emergency number reference. The front desk staff will accept important messages and relay them to the student involved as soon as possible.
- Faculty Office Hours
- Faculty member have office hours during which they are available to learners. Learners desiring to see a faculty member should contact the instructor for an appointment. Official faculty office hours can be found in myCNM or by reviewing your course syllabus.
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- Graduation Process
- Health Insurance
- Inclement Weather
- Information Technology Use Policy
- Latex Allergy
- CNM endeavors to be a latex-free facility, but some latex-based supplies are still used at the clinical facilities. Learners and instructors, who have, or suspect they have, a latex allergy should inform the clinical coordinator, clinical instructors, and program directors.
- Military Duty Policy
- Mobile Device Policy
- Office of Verification and Compliance
- Caregivers Criminal History Background Screening
- Contagious Diseases Policy
- Immunization Records
- Urine Drug Screen Policy
- Hospital-Specific Compliance Requirement
- Depending on what program learners will complete, there are requirements specific to these facilities. Some require first-day orientations, computer-based training (CBT), or electronic medical record computer training (e.g. ABQ Health Partners, Lovelace Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital, UNMH, VA).
- Offsite Code of Conduct and Behavior Policy
- Offsite Consensual Relationships Policy
- Offsite Inclement Weather Guideline
- Professional Attire Policy
- Rules Governing Classrooms/Labs
- Security Reports at CNM
- Sexual Harassment
- Learner Health and Wellbeing
- Smoke Free Campus
- Student Academic Records
- Student Code of Conduct
- Student Complaint Process
- Student Complaint Form
- Learner Removal Policy and Forms
- Student Services
HWPS Advisors are available to support learners when they encounter obstacles with their academics. Learners can make an appointment with the HWPS advisor by calling (505) 224-4111. Learners can also see advisors, who are located at all CNM campuses.
- Suspected Impairment Policy & Procedures
- Title IX Policy
- Learners Under the Age of 18
- Substance Abuse
Handbook Appendices
HWPS
- Cosmetology and Nail Technician
- Criminal Justice
- Dental Assistant
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Electroneurodiagnostic Technology
- Emergency Medical Services
- Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B)
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT)
- Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic (EMT-P)
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Medical Laboratory Technician
- Phlebotomy
- Pharmacy Technician
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Radiologic Technology
- Respiratory Therapist
- Surgical Technologist
- Veterinary Technician