Status Change Policies and Procedures

Change to/from Distance/Onsite or Full‐Time/Part‐Time Status

Students wishing to change the modality or status of their program must obtain the written permission of the Academic Dean, plus complete a “Change of Status” form and submit it to the Registrar & Director of Academic Services prior to the beginning of the semester for which the change is requested. Written support may be requested from the student’s advisor, instructors or clinical consultants.

Returning Students

Students who have taken an approved Leave of Absence and who wish to return to their studies may request a Return from Leave of Absence (RLOA):

 The student completes a Return from Leave of Absence (RLOA) form and submits it to the Registrar and Director of Academic Services. The request is reviewed by the Academic Dean and the VP, Finance and Operations to ensure that the student is in good financial and academic standing to return to their studies.

 A student will not be approved to return from LOA if they are not in good financial standing.

 A student will not be approved to return from LOA if they are not in good academic standing, without an approved remediation plan in place.

 The Registrar and Director of Academic Services will inform the student of their approved RLOA and will work with the student to re‐enroll in classes.

If a prior student wishes to return to ICSW but their status is withdrawn rather than on an approved Leave of Absence, that individual must reapply for admission to ICSW and be offered admission in order to return. Upon readmission:

● A file review will be conducted with the student to determine outstanding course or Practicum work. Credit will be given for the completion of prior coursework at ICSW where possible. All plans for degree completion must be approved by the Academic Dean.

● A progression committee meeting may be scheduled to discuss the student’s request, if necessary.

● The student may be required take additional courses or retake key courses depending on the amount of time lapsed and evidence of capacity as reflected in prior and recent work. This includes clinical and research practica.

● The student may be readmitted under a Probationary Status and/or be given timelines for task completion

● All financial obligations to ICSW must be paid in full prior to reactivation of student status.

● The Admissions Committee must approve the readmission.

Student at Large Program

ICSW's Student‐at‐Large program is designed for professionals or clinicians who are interested in learning about psychodynamic theories. Our courses are taught by our faculty who are experts in the field of mental health. Students may enroll in any course except for Case Conference courses subject to instructor approval. Students can receive a certificate of completion or CEU credits. No more than four courses may be transferred for credit to our Master's or PhD program. Transfer students will also be expected to fulfill all class requirements to receive full credit and complete the application process for our PhD or Master's programs.

Admissions: Application and Interview with the Academic Dean.