Does the absence limit apply whether absences are excused or unexcused?

• A. No, it applies only to unexcused absences.
• B. Yes, it applies to excused and unexcused absences.
• C. Only excused absences count.
• D. It depends on instructor discretion.

Answer: (B)

Absence limits are about total attendance, not the reason for the absence. In most JCJC radiography program policies, every absence—whether excused for illness or emergency, or unexcused—counts toward the maximum allowed. This keeps attendance consistent and ensures students meet clinical and classroom exposure requirements. Excused absences may be granted and makeup work may be offered, but they still reduce the number of absences you can take before hitting the limit. So the absence limit applies to both excused and unexcused absences.