CPSO Application Question

[Razer 17]

Hello everyone,

 

I'm a final year medical student that went unmatched during last year's CaRMS cycle and took a fifth year to succesfully match this year. A section on the CPSO application asks "Has your enrollment in medical school been prolonged or extended for any reason beyond the standard curriculum completion time set by your medical school?" and I'm not sure how to answer. I didn't fail anything during medical school, or even require remediation at any point. I did take a 'standard curriculum 5th year' that had already been created by the school from previous years. If I answer yes to the question, they will require a letter from the dean sent directly to the college explaining the circumstances. This seems somewhat excessive but I will ask if it's needed. Does anyone know how to go about this? 

 

Thank you.

[Lactic Folly 375]

Congratulations on your match. Before completing the application, I might inquire with CPSO whether your situation falls within the "standard curriculum completion time" as above. Would want to avoid any issues upon review if application isn't completed according to CPSO criteria.

[Razer 17]

Thanks! I checked and the dean will send a letter without issue. 

For anyone searching who finds the post, this is standard and proceeds smoothly.