Exams
Schedules
Instructors will schedule exams at the start of each semester and will list exam dates in the course syllabus. Exam dates may be changed under extenuating circumstances. The official final exam schedule can be found on the Institute website.
Attendance at Examinations
If a student cannot attend a written, oral, or practical examination, they must notify the instructor before the exam. The student must be able to substantiate and document a valid reason for missing the exam, such as medical emergency, religious obligation, or death in the family. There are times when other extenuating circumstances may prevent exam attendance (e.g., court appearance, conflict due to an obligation requiring the student to represent the Institute at a professional conference). Personal travel arrangements are not considered an acceptable extenuating circumstance.
If, after proper notification, the student is approved for a makeup examination, they must schedule the exam with the instructor. The format of the exam will be determined by the course faculty. The makeup exam day, time, and place are scheduled at the course faculty's discretion. Please note that the exams cannot be scheduled on Institute Reading days.
In-Class Exams
During in-class examinations, all book bags will be closed with all other personal belongings, including any electronics, such as phones, and wearable technology (e.g., smart watches), unless the use of laptops is required for the exam. Students must remove all items they will need from their book bags prior to the start of the exam. Students must refrain from talking during the exam.
Students should inform faculty if they need to leave the room during the exam to use the restroom. Only one student will be allowed to leave the room at a time, unless otherwise specified. Faculty will inform students if they prefer to answer questions at the front of the room or at the student’s seat. No additional papers should be on the table, desk arm, or chair unless authorized by the instructor. Faculty may impose additional guidelines as needed for a given exam. Please also refer to the IHP EL- OTD Program Exam Policies and Procedures Checklist, as shared upon matriculation.
Take-Home or Distance Learning Exams
Faculty will provide instructions for the degree of interaction permitted for take-home exams. If students are expected to work independently, discussion or questions should be directed to the course faculty only.
Discussion should not take place outside of class unless instructions specify otherwise.
Accommodations During Exams, Required Class Activities, and Fieldwork
MGH Institute of Health Professions is committed to providing equal access for all students. Students who feel they may need accommodations for exams, course activities, and fieldwork due to a documented disability should contact the Office of Accessibility Resources to request accommodations.
Please review Technical Standards and Requests for Accommodations on Fieldwork 33.2. regarding accommodations during fieldwork placements.