Orientation
Orientation of new students is conducted during the first week of the trimester. Orientation provides an introduction to chiropractic, the objectives of the institution, the scholastic regulations, rules of conduct and academic requirements. Information is also given regarding financial aid, parking, scheduling and other routine procedures. Student Handbooks are provided to entering students.
A vital part of the orientation for students who are entering the chiropractic degree program is the Student Mentor Program coordinated by the Offices of Student Services and Admissions. Every effort is made to assign each student a “mentor” who will assist them in becoming acquainted with the campus and the community.
Kansas City Campus
During new student orientation week, sessions on study skills and academic success are offered. Students are introduced to the library, academic services and Health Center and are paired with a student mentor.
Los Angeles Campus
At the Los Angeles campus, a required, two-hour “Becoming a Master Student” workshop is held on orientation day or during that week. Students acquire skills in note taking, memory acquisition, studying and test taking. They also receive individual results of the Learning and Study Strategies Inventory (LASSI), which provides individual insights into their own learning styles.
Counseling
The counseling network of Cleveland Chiropractic College functions in cooperation with the Office of Student Services. The purpose of the program is to help provide for the needs of students in personal, academic and professional areas.
Kansas City Campus
All Cleveland students have access to confidential counseling through Johnson County Mental Health Center (JCMHC). JCMHC has convenient locations in Olathe, Mission and Overland Park. The center's highly qualified staff are licensed by the State of Kansas. By offering full service counseling options, each unique challenge is met with care and consideration. Some options include individual, couples and family counseling. All Cleveland students are provided with three free sessions per year. The center's hours fit most busy schedules with weekday availability as well as emergency after hours service. Stop by the Office of Student Services to pick up a brochure with more details and contact information.
Los Angeles Campus
Students seeking counseling may take advantage of the counseling service for advisement and guidance at no charge. The campus provides limited professional counseling and, in addition, the faculty and administrators devote considerable time to student counseling. The Office of Student Services serves as the point of entry and screening for personal counseling. Students requiring family, marriage and/or child counseling may be referred to a licensed therapist. Other cases such as abuse, sexual dysfunction and clinical stress reduction likewise are referred to a licensed clinical psychologist. These services are provided by the College as intake counseling. Referrals that are made to outside professionals are at the student’s expense.
Educational Assistance
Providing special educational assistance to individuals or groups of students outside of formal classroom instruction is an integral part of instructional responsibilities at Cleveland Chiropractic College. Teaching assistants or qualified students may participate in providing such educational assistance under direction of the course instructor.
Students in need of such assistance should contact the appropriate faculty member(s), and faculty should also initiate discussion with students experiencing difficulty in their courses.
Kansas City Campus
The Kansas City campus offers an academic support program that is both proactive and comprehensive. Support is offered through the Office of Academic Enhancement in several areas, including:
- Study skills
- Time-management skills
- Test-taking skills
- Learning styles assessment
- Student tutoring
Faculty members provide an early warning system by identifying students having difficulty in specific courses and referring them to the Office of Academic Enhancement. For details on services offered, contact the Office of Academic Enhancement.
Los Angeles Campus
Tutorial study is an adjunct to the regularly scheduled lectures and is specifically designed for students who want to improve their grades or who want additional assistance. Tutoring may be on a one-to-one basis or scheduled so that the tutor meets with a small group of students. Tutors have completed a required “tutor training” program.
- Workshops—Additional workshops are offered each trimester on time management, test anxiety and test-taking tips.
- Academic Success Groups—Learning and study skills are offered on both an individual and group basis for all students. In some cases, students on academic probation may be required to attend these sessions.
- Media Resource Center—A multitude of academic support materials are available in the MRC (located in the main building). Examples include A.D.A.M.; CD-ROMs in the basic science areas including anatomy, histology, microbiology, pathology and physiology; medical terminology; audiotapes on improving language skills; and videotapes on diagnostic skills.
- Radiological case studies and random questions for the National Board Parts I, II and III.
Additional tutoring opportunities are available, such as assistance with radiology courses through supplemental instruction and related areas. Contact the Office of Academic Services for additional information.