Dismissal

The following conditions will result in a student being subject to dismissal from the Program:

1. Violation of the Standards for Academic and Professional Conduct (including Technical Standards)
2. A second course grade of “U”
3. A second cumulative GPA < 3.00 at an academic checkpoint
4. A third EOR exam grade < 70% or SCPE course grade < 79.5%
5. Failure to receive APPC recommendation for promotion from the academic to clinical phase of the program
6. Lack of professional or personal attributes considered appropriate for continuance in the program and profession
7. Failure to meet the technical standards of the program
8. Any event that results in either academic or professional probation for a student who is either currently, or who previously has been on academic or professional probation
9. Violation of the terms of probation as stated in a letter at the time the student is placed on probation
10. Being convicted of a crime that will preclude the student from participating in clinical education. A record of conviction, or entered plea of guilty, or nolo contendere with respect to any felony, or any crime against a dependent population, specifically including but not limited to, elder abuse, child abuse, or child molestation, may prevent a PA student from participating in clinical education experiences.
11. Falsification of records or materials pertinent to the application to the PA program