2021 - 2022 COM Student Handbook

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Graduate Certificate in Social Medicine Program 2021–2022 388 Graduate Certificate in Social Medicine Program Office Any inquiries or concerns regarding the Graduate Certificate in Social Medicine Program and its curriculum may be directed through the Graduate Certificate in Social Medicine Program office, via phone at (954) 262-1032 or via email to the student’s assigned academic adviser or the program director. Students must access the program web page ( osteopathic.nova.edu/msme ) and the student’s NSU email regularly for current information on the program, including the schedule and announcements. Academic Advising The goal of the academic adviser is to provide students with assistance to enable them to work toward obtaining the most from their educational experiences. The role of the academic adviser is to • provide the student with guidance, direction, and encouragement • monitor the overall progress of the student • direct the student to appropriate college or university resources • assist in planning a schedule of coursework • assist the student in identifying research areas to purse during his or her course of graduate study The program director supervises the assignment of academic advisers. Students wishing to switch academic advisers during the academic year may do so by contacting the program office. The student- academic adviser relationship is essential in ensuring the professional development of the student. This relationship can contribute significantly to greater understanding of the science and practice of social medicine. The academic adviser serves as a valuable source of information and assistance on a wide range of issues, including enhancing the student’s interests in pursuing academic and professional opportunities in social medicine for the student. The adviser will guide and encourage students to participate in professional social medicine organizations at the local, state, national, and international levels. The academic adviser also assists in career advising and referring students for further advice or counseling. For these and other reasons, the student is strongly encouraged to adopt a pattern of regularly scheduled meetings with his or her adviser. Psychological Counseling See the NSU Student Handbook Resources section on NSU Student CARE Team. Visit the web page nova.edu/studentcare or call (954) 262-7482 for more information. Career Advising Career advising is available to students by appointment through the Graduate Certificate in Social Medicine Program faculty members, the program office, or the NSU Office of Student Affairs ( nova. edu/career ) . Students can take advantage of career recruiting tools available through the career office to engage with prospective employers and networking opportunities ( nova.edu/career/students ) .