Western University of Health Sciences Student Learning Outcome Domains

The University has adopted a set of eight outcome domains that serve to guide its academic programs in their development and ongoing quality improvement. Within each outcome domain, each academic program has developed and assesses specific ability-based outcomes appropriate to the particular degree program.

Overview of College of Podiatric Medicine (CPM) 2011-2012

College Mission Statement: To create a standard of academic excellence for the advancement of podiatric medicine.
Vision: The global leader of innovative and integrated Podiatric Medical Education.
Values: Embody a humanistic tradition that encompasses compassion, humility, integrity, truth, quality and service.

Dean: Harkless, Lawrence, DPM
Tuition

CPM General statistics

• Total current enrollment: 100
• Average age: 26
• Student: Faculty Ratio: 5.6:1

Gender Summary

Race/Ethnicity Summary

College Enrollment Overview (2009-2012)

Future Academic Improvement Plans

• Hire research faculty for clinical and academic enterprise – budget increase necessary
• Hire Residency Development staff person at Manager level – will require budget increase
• Gait lab and orthotic lab
• Streamline faculty hiring process / Team Building
• Student recruitment – Monthly updates