SASS is a team of dedicated staff who are committed to guiding students in achieving their academic goals and finding balance in their journey as developing medical learners.
M1 and M2 students can expect frequent interaction with the SASS team, as resources and strategies change with each new module of material and pace of the course. Topics include productivity and time management; mastering material, test-taking strategies, and identification of high-yield material.
At the end of M2 year, students will take the Step 1 Exam before entering the clinical learning environment of M3 year. SASS offers an array of support to M2s as they plan and prepare for their first dedicated study period and subsequent medical school board examination. Programming covers scheduling your Step 1 exam, utilizing practice questions effectively, selecting the appropriate practice exams, and building a realistic dedicated study period schedule.
SASS also addresses a student’s health needs. Throughout the academic year, students may attend any of a variety of events teaching them to manage their mental health. SASS also provides opportunities for them to address the increasing stress of their dedicated study period by way group somatic therapeutic sessions and peer advice panels.
Students in their M3 year transition to the clinical learning environment, requiring a new set of skills. Caring for patients comes with a lot of responsibility and working in the clinical learning environment.
The final board exam for medical students is completed during the M4 year. SASS supports students in the planning and assessing their dedicated Step 2 study plan in order to achieve the score for their desired specialty. Focus is on utilizing practice exam data to address knowledge gaps and enhance test-taking strategies.