VCOM Institutional Policy and Procedure Manual

VCOM Policy and Procedure

Policy #S018

 Option 1: Attend a VCOM approved in-person external immersion program.  External immersion programs are generally held for a period of 4 – 6 weeks. Students typically need an additional 4 weeks of independent study following the immersion program before they feel ready to sit for the exam.  Students who choose to attend a VCOM approved in person external immersion program are enrolled in VCOM’s National Board Preparation course either on the first day of the start of the course or on the first day of the regularly scheduled OMS 3 year (whichever comes first). Students may not be enrolled in the course for longer than 60 days.  Students enrolled in VCOM’s National Board Preparation course must sit for COMLEX Level 1 within 60 days of the first day of the course.

 Upon sitting for COMLEX Level 1 within the required timeframe, the student will receive a “P” (Pass) grade for the Comprehensive Review Course (provided they have met all other course requirements) and will be promoted to the OMS 3 year.  Those who do not sit for COMLEX Level 1 within 60 days of the first day of the course will receive an “INC” (Incomplete) grade for the National Board Prep Course and maintain the “F” grade for the Comprehensive Review Course and will not be eligible for promotion to the OMS 3 year. These students will be placed on a Temporary Administrative Withdrawal until they receive a passing COMLEX Level 1 score. Once the student is temporarily withdrawn, they must sit for COMLEX Level 1 within 60 days or be dismissed by the Campus Dean. These students will not be eligible for re-enrollment or further financial aid until they pass COMLEX Level 1. - Upon receiving a passing score on COMLEX Level 1, the student will receive

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