1.1.2 Role of the Academic Advisor

a. Assist the student in developing a program of graduate study that will be reviewed each semester (see Appendix A).  Students should monitor their own academic progress throughout the Program using the Worksheet of Required Courses (see Appendix B) and by updating their electronic KASA forms (Knowledge And Skills Acquisition forms).

b. Monitor the student’s academic records to make sure they are in compliance with ASHA certification requirements.

c. Approve course registration during each registration period.

d. Sign departmental and Institute forms that require advisor’s signature.

e. Advise students about relevant Institute and departmental academic policies when petitioning for waivers or unusual circumstances and bring petitions to the CSD faculty for action.

f. Review the student’s academic record each semester and provide academic counseling whenever necessary.

g. Review all requirements and sign-off on forms required for graduation.

h. Initiate and serve as chair of the Clinical/Academic Review (CAR) when a faculty or clinical staff member identifies a problem (see 1.2).

i. Assist students in identifying appropriate resources for personal and professional needs.

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