Adjunct Faculty

KCU is committed to recognizing and rewarding preceptors with an appropriate and meaningful Adjunct Faculty Rank. In accordance with the University's mission, the Rank and Promotion Committee Guidelines have been specifically constructed to provide preceptors a method of obtaining an appointment. It is our obligation not only to document the qualifications and skills of our Adjunct Faculty, but also to provide the educational support and development essential to the delivery of a quality curriculum. 

Preceptors demonstrating an interest in training KCU-COM students are reviewed for eligibility and granted a courtesy appointment as Adjunct Instructor with the opportunity to apply for a higher rank. This process includes submitting an KCU Adjunct Faculty Application and any required documentation in support of the rank requested, including, but not limited to:

• Copy of most recent Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Letters of Recommendation from physician colleagues
• Verification of current faculty appointment(s)

Applicant files are compiled by the Department of Clinical Education and reviewed by the appropriate KCU Department Chair. Initial rank is based on the information provided and assigned by the Executive Dean of COM. 

Reapplication is required for renewal of an existing appointment or consideration of a promotion in rank. Renewal requests are reviewed and processed as received. Promotion in rank requests are reviewed annually and due no later than July 1^st along with any required supporting documentation.

Candidate files for renewal of a current appointment or for consideration of a promotion in rank are compiled by the Department of Clinical education, reviewed by the appropriate KCU Department Chair and evaluated by the Rank and Promotion Committee (RAP). A recommendation of rank is then made to the Provost for final consideration with approved promotions taking effect at the beginning of the following academic year.

Preceptors granted a rank of Adjunct Assistant Professor or higher receive the following: 

• Subscription to Clinical Key
• Formal letter and certificate confirming the rank awarded and dates of the appointment 

We hope you take advantage of this opportunity at KCU and thank you for taking the lead in educating our students. If you would like more information about becoming a preceptor, please contact: 

Department of Clinical Education: 816-654-7330 - [email protected]

Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credits

KCU recognizes preceptors commit considerable time and energy to the education of our students. Preceptor CME credits are provided as outlined below: 

DO Preceptors (AOA Members Only)

• Eligible under Category 1-B, credits are reported by KCU directly to the American Osteopathic Association (AOA)
• CME reports are available by visiting osteopathic.org or by contacting the AOA Member Resource Center (MRC) at (888) 62-MYAOA (800-626-9262) to request an emailed or faxed report - free of charge

DO Preceptors (Non-AOA Members)

• Eligible under Category 1-B, credits are reported by KCU directly to the American Osteopathic Association (AOA)

MD Preceptors

• Eligible under PRA Category 2, credits must be self-reported

It is our intent to account and acknowledge the time and effort invested by preceptors to provide our students with high-quality clinical experiences. Please select this link to Request Verification of KCU Preceptor CME or direct additional questions to [email protected].