NLU MSPAS Student Dismissal Policy

• In the clinical terms, Supervised Clinical Practice Experiences (SCPEs) are not dependent on each other for progression; however, a failure of any component of a clinical rotation must be remediated. • A successful remediation results in a final course grade of B or Pass, as applicable. Failure to earn ≥80% on the remediation assessment results in a failing grade. • Failure to fulfill all the terms of a remediation plan will result in dismissal from the PA Program. • Students must complete all requirements for graduation within four (4) years of the original date of matriculation, including any leave of absence periods. No deceleration. The NLU MSPAS Program does not offer deceleration or a decelerated curriculum option in the didactic or clinical phases. A student who cannot progress with the cohort after unsuccessful remediation therefore cannot be placed into a later cohort as an alternative to dismissal. A student facing circumstances that prevent continued progression may request a Leave of Absence or may withdraw under applicable Program and University policy. The following table summarizes how the Program responds to common performance concerns.

When Dismissal Review Is Initiated

Performance Concern

Initial Program Response

Formative or summative grade (assignment, exam, etc.) < 80%

Remediation plan

Remediation plan not fulfilled or remediation assessment < 80%

Remediation plan; grade of (I) Incomplete if the term has ended

Remediation unsuccessful, resulting in a failing final course grade

Course grade < 80%

Failure of one End of Rotation (EOR) examination

Remediation in the SOAR course in the same term or during the break between terms

Remediation unsuccessful, resulting in a failing SCPE grade

Cumulative GPA below 3.0

Remediation plan

Terms of the remediation plan not fulfilled

Failure to adhere to PA Program policies or the NLU Student Code of Conduct

Remediation plan (professionalism)

Remediation plan not fulfilled, or conduct meets the criteria for immediate referral (Section VIII)

NLU MSPAS Student Dismissal Policy

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