16.1 T9 Early Leave Policy for T10 Preceptorship

16.1.1 Policy

To allow time for students to relocate to a T10 Preceptorship site which is a long distance from Minnesota (ex: Montana, South Carolina, California, New York, etc.).

16.1.2 Procedure

In order to apply for Early Leave, the intern will need to complete the following items:

1. TAC will be pro-rated to 21 TAC hours (27 TAC for full term).
2. Have completed the minimum clinical requirements: 250 Adjustments, 75 Assessed Adjustments, 20 Diagnostic Imaging Reports, 40 Total Cases. (You may apply if you will meet your final case requirement with Clinical Case Studies 2).
3. Submit a signed contract from an approved T10 preceptor.
4. Submit an application signed by your current faculty clinician approving the early leave to the Program Coordinator in Clinical Education.

Once approved for Early Leave, the intern must complete the following items:

1. All faculty clinician time logs and final paperwork must be approved by last day in clinic.
2. Complete all academic and clinical requirements through T9 including electives.
3. Complete the Checkout process with the Program Coordinator.
4. Receive State Board Approval, if necessary.
5. Remain in the Twin Cities until you receive confirmation from the Program Coordinator that you have 1) completed all necessary items and 2) are authorized to leave (a maximum of one week prior to the start date of T10) for your T10 Preceptorship.