Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Department of Couple and Family Therapy 2024–2025 265 Academic and Curriculum Policies and Procedures A. General 1. Student Responsibility to Obtain Information Student Technological Requirements—In order to successfully complete the program, students are required to have computer and Internet access and knowledge of computer applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Zoom, and Outlook. Other applications and software may be needed depending on the program’s academic requirements. Students are required to have computer skills to be able to perform certain academic tasks. These tasks include, but are not limited to, using the electronic resources at the NSU libraries (such as accessing and searching online databases and catalogs), registering via SharkLink at sharklink.nova.edu, and participating in classes via NSU’s online learning management system, Canvas. Computers are available at NSU libraries. Visit public.library.nova.edu help for more information. Assistance with technology is also available for current NSU students at nova.edu/resources /current-students.html. Students also need to know how to communicate via NSU SharkMail email accounts. Students must use their NSU email accounts when sending email to faculty and staff members. When communicating with students via email, faculty and staff members will send emails only to NSU email accounts using NSU-recognized usernames. Assistance is available for students to set up SharkMail Email accounts at nova.edu/help/live/how-to.html. Background Investigation and Drug Screening 1. Prior to Matriculation Students entering the couple and family therapy programs are required to submit Level 1 and Level 2 background screenings, as well as drug screening prior to the deadlines set by the Office of Admissions and the Office of Student Affairs. Failure to meet these requirements by the deadlines may result in forfeiture of the seat with KPCOM. Incoming students must go to the designated website to fill out their background screening form. Students are required to enter their NSU email address. Students will be responsible for the costs of the required Level 2 background screening and the required drug screening. 2. For Clinical Training To be eligible for any practicums/internships, or clinical experiences, Couple and Family Therapy students must complete and pass Level 1 and Level 2 background screenings, drug screening, and any additional screenings required by their practicum/internship sites. Students will be responsible for the costs associated with any such required screenings. Drug screening must be performed at a qualified designated laboratory site identified by the college. Students who • test positive on a drug or alcohol urine screen
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