Graduate Student Policy A passing grade must be achieved in all clinical coursework prior to progressing to the successive clinical course. It is the responsibility of both the student and faculty advisor to become aware of, and attempt to address any difficulties that arise in the clinical setting that would prevent the student from progressing. Every attempt should be made by both parties for this to be completed prior to the end of the semester. Faculty members are responsible for documenting problem areas and notifying students.
Students are responsible for acknowledging problem areas and committing to plan for improvement.
Together faculty and students will develop a plan to address the problem areas and maximize learning. It is necessary for the student to maintain a passing grade in both the coordinating didactic and clinical courses in order to progress to successive courses. Students are expected to be in attendance during class or clinical seminar time and are also required to pass all course assignments and examinations, each at a C level or above. If a student should fail either the didactic or clinical course, progression within the focus will not be allowed until successful completion of the course. Failure of a didactic or clinical coordinated course will usually mean inability to progress until the following academic year.