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Learning Enhancement and Academic Development (LEAD)

The Learning Enhancement and Academic Development (LEAD) provides an array of services and resources to help medical students master the curriculum.

LEAD provides:

  • One-on-one academic counseling on academic skills and strategies
  • Academic coaching programs (peer tutoring) at all levels (years 1-4)
  • Services for first year students:
    • First year checks – short consultation meetings
    • Workshops on e.g., how to be a successful medical student, accessing available academic support resources, effective study strategies, and note-taking
    • Peer-led review sessions: Keck Peer Instruction Program (KPIP)
  • Services for second year students:
    • Step 1 LEAD workshops/panels: discussing study and preparation strategies
    • Step 1 checks – short one-on-one consultation meetings
    • Peer-led review sessions
  • Services for third and fourth year students:
    • Clerkship subject exam peer review sessions
    • Step 2 checks – short one-on-one consultation meetings
    • Step 2 CK coaching

For more information on LEAD services see here 

To make an academic counseling appointment see here 

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