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We remain determined to continue our position as the leader in the field. </p>\n<p>Our exclusive relationship with the <a href=\"http://www.bucm.edu.cn\">Beijing University of Chinese Medicine</a> enables our students to access elite academic materials and support. Graduates of the Alberta College of Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine may also apply for certification to the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.nccaom.org/wp-content/uploads/pdf/School%20Code%20List%20Assigned%20by%20NCCAOM%202011.pdf\">National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine</a> (<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http://www.nccaom.org/wp-content/uploads/pdf/School%20Code%20List%20Assigned%20by%20NCCAOM%202011.pdf\">NCCAOM</a>®) through Route 2 – Formal Education, International Applicants. </p>\n<p>We are passionate about quality and consistently striving for education excellence!</p>\n<p>At the Alberta College of Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine, our mission is to provide the finest programs enabling our students in achieving their educational and career goals along the path to becoming knowledgeable and competent health care professionals. We intend to be the preeminent teaching and research institution!</p>\n<p>Our 2011-2012 enrollment is full, and we are looking forward to have you carry on our tradition of excellence to join our <a href=\"http://alumni.acatcm.com\">proud and successful alumni</a>!</p>\n<p>Dr. Benny Xu, TCMD, R.Ac. President</p>\n<p>August 12, 2011</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><em><strong>About Dr. Benny Xu</strong></em></p>\n<p>Dr. Benny Xu has been actively involved in the development of acupuncture in Alberta since 1992, and was a key member in lobbying TCM regulations from 2002-2006. </p>\n<p>In 2002, Dr. Xu led the Alberta College of Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine and Beijing University of Chinese Medicine to form an exclusive partnership, and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Traditional Chinese Medicine offered through the joint venture with the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine.</p>\n<p>In 2005, Dr. Xu was honoured with the <a href=\"http://www.albertacentennial.ca/programs/medal.html\">Alberta Centennial Medal </a>for his significant contribution in TCM and Acupuncture education in Alberta.</p>\n<p>Dr. Xu has served as a member of Acupuncture Committee; President of the <em>Alberta Association of Acupuncturists and Chinese Medical Doctors</em>; Vice President of <em>Alberta Traditional Chinese Medical Science & Acupuncture Association</em>; and is currently on the the Advisory Committee of the <a href=\"http://www.mtroyal.ca/ProgramsCourses/FacultiesSchoolsCentres/IntegrativeHealthInstitute/AboutUs/index.htm\">Mount Royal University Integrated Health Institute</a>.</p>\n<div class=\"image-clear\"></div> <div id=\"book-navigation-6\" class=\"book-navigation\">\n \n <div class=\"page-links clear-block\">\n <a href=\"/content/about-us\" class=\"page-previous\" title=\"Go to previous page\">‹ About Us</a>\n <a href=\"/content/about-us\" class=\"page-up\" title=\"Go to parent page\">up</a>\n <a href=\"/content/vision-mission-statements\" class=\"page-next\" title=\"Go to next page\">Vision & Mission Statements ›</a>\n </div>\n \n </div>\n </div>\n\n <div class=\"links\">\n <ul class=\"links inline\"><li class=\"book_printer first\"><a href=\"/book/export/html/2\" title=\"Show a printer-friendly version of this book page and its sub-pages.\">Printer-friendly 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Scheduling of Tests
All exams must be taken at the scheduled time unless previous arrangements have been made. Previous arrangements mean student HAVE SECURED A DEAN'S EXCUSE and you have informed the instructor in writing prior to the examination.
Tests are scheduled within regular class time except in those special cases where prior approval has been obtained from the instructor offering the course.
Final Examinations
All final examination in a course is held in the examination period following the session in which the course was completed.
Final examinations are scheduled by the Dean of Academics.
Students with a registered disability who require special arrangements for their final examination should contact the administration office.
Should a student write an examination, hand in the paper for marking, and later report extenuating circumstances to support a request for cancellation of the paper and for another examination, or a deferred examination, such a request will be denied.
Retroactive withdrawals will also not be considered.
Students must be available for examinations up to the last day of the examination period.
Deferred Exams
All exams must be taken at the scheduled time unless previous arrangements have been made and accepted by the DEAN OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS. The College will only consider deferrals for the following reasons:
- Death or major illness in a student's family.
- Illness of a dependent family member.
- Participation in legal proceedings or administrative procedures that require a student's presence.
- Illness that is too severe or contagious for the student to attend. A doctor's note is required.
- Weather or severe road conditions. A written note is required, even if it is from the student, so that we may have a record of it.
A deferred examination may be granted to a student who is absent from a examination through no fault of his or her own for medical or other valid reasons as stated above.
To apply, a student must submit satisfactory documentary evidence (i.e. a doctor's note) to the College within five working days of the missed examination.
The College will consider all requests for special deferred examinations and notify the Registration Office and student of its decision within ten working days of receipt of the application. A grade of "DF" will be indicated until the examination is taken.
A deferred examination shall be accorded the same weight as the regular final examination in the computation of the student's final grade.
Students with special needs may request alternative arrangements for examinations. For more information, students may consult with the Dean of Academic Affairs.
A student who becomes ill during an examination must notify the invigilator immediately of the inability to complete the examination. The student may then apply to write a deferred examination.
A student who has sat through an examination and has handed the paper in for marking will not be granted a deferred examination.
Re-assessment
Should a student suspect an examination is marked incorrectly, he/she may request a meeting with the instructor and the Dean of Academic Affairs to re-assessing the exam.
A $25.00 re-assessment fee may apply should re-assessment resulting no change of marking.
Supplementary Exams
A student whose academic grade has declined in the course due to an examination worth at least 40% can apply for a supplementary examination.
The student must submit the application along with a non-refundable fee of $50.00. The student will then be informed of the date of the test.
It is the student's responsibility to apply for the supplementary exam within 90 days from the date that mark is given.
Distance Learning Exams
All quizzes and exams are conducted online in real-time. Students must complete their quizzes and exams within the required time limit.
In case the students can not take quizzes and exams online, students must schedule a time to take these exams in person or at the approved location under supervision.
An approved examination environment can be any educational institute or professional offices. The exams will be mailed to the approved exam-supervisor who will then administer the test at an arranged time. The supervisor will ensure the exam is kept sealed until the exam time. Upon completion of the exam, the tests will be sealed and sent back to the school. Such arrangement normally made prior to a course start date.
