SECTION 219.5. Mission/Philosophy and Objectives/Outcomes

(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.

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

(1) The philosophy/mission of the governing institution;

(2) The scope of practice of the advanced practice registered nurse role and population focus;

(3) The targeted population or setting for delivery of advanced practice registered nursing care; and

(4) Professional, educational, and ethical standards of nursing.

(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.

(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.

(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