College Catalog 2022

Accreditation

The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and has approval from the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education (MCBHE). The pre-licensure programs are fully approved by the Missouri State Board of Nursing. The Bachelor of Science and Master of Science programs at Goldfarb School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K. Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791. The Nurse Anesthesia Program is fully accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). The U.S. Department of Education certifies all programs as eligible for federal and state grants and loans. All clinical affiliates are Joint Commission for Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) accredited.

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Website: http://www.hlcommission.org/

Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education (MCBHE)

Website: http://dhe.mo.gov/cbhe

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

Website: http://www.aacnnursing.org/CCNE

Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs

Website: http://www.coacrna.org/accredited-programs

Missouri State Board of Nursing

Website: www.pr.mo.gov/nursing.asp

Nondiscrimination Statement

Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes-Jewish College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression and genetic information. The College’s nondiscrimination policy applies to all phases of its admission and financial aid programs, and to all other aspects of its educational programs and activities. Retaliation directed to any person who pursues a discrimination complaint or grievance, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes unlawful discrimination is prohibited.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College’s non-discrimination policies: Dr. Michael Ward, Vice Dean for Student Affairs and Diversity at michael.ward@barnesjewishcollege.edu. Inquiries may also be directed to the United States Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

Questions concerning the College’s policies on sexual harassment and sexual violence can also be directed to Dr. Michael Ward, Vice Dean for Student Affairs and Diversity at michael.ward@barnesjewishcollege.edu who also functions as the Title IX Coordinator for Goldfarb School of Nursing.