4. Cases not resolved through faculty, program administration, and committee review may be referred to the appropriate NLU University academic office for further action in accordance with University policies. 5. The student may accept the recommended penalty or request a formal hearing through National Louis University appeal procedures, as outlined in the University Catalog. 6. Beyond the penalty imposed for the individual rotation or course, the Program Director will review each case and exercise judgment as to whether the student should be recommended for dismissal from the program. Any academic work submitted to the program - including patient case reports, clinical presentations, and medical record submissions - must represent the student's own original work. The faculty may utilize plagiarism detection software and electronic health record (EHR) audit review to verify the originality of all student submissions. Inappropriate or unethical behavior toward fellow students, preceptors, clinical staff, or patients while on a supervised clinical practice experience is strictly prohibited and will be investigated promptly. Violations may result in academic probation and/or dismissal from the program. Students who encounter potentially inappropriate or unethical situations must follow these steps: • Under NO circumstances should a student attempt to independently manage a potentially inappropriate or unethical situation. • The student must contact the Director of Clinical Education and/or Program Director at the earliest possible opportunity for investigation and resolution. Academic Concern/Probation Policy Student progress is continuously monitored and documented in a manner that promptly identifies knowledge and skill deficiencies. All students must perform according to the academic standards set forth by the NLU PA Program. Any student who fails to maintain satisfactory performance, or who violates the program's standards for professionalism or ethical behavior, will be referred to the PA Program's Progress and Promotions Committee for review. The following minimum standards are required of all students in each evaluated area during the clinical year: • End-of-Rotation Examinations: Passing score per program standards (80% or higher) • Written Assignments: Passing score per program standards (80% or higher)
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