Program Learning Outcomes

The Rocky Vista University - Montana College of Osteopathic Medicine (RVU-MCOM) has established the following program learning outcomes, which are based upon the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) seven core competencies:  

RVU-MCOM Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs):  

  1. Apply osteopathic principles and practices to patient care. (Osteopathic Philosophy & Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine)

  2. Apply knowledge of biomedical sciences to clinical medicine. (Medical Knowledge)

  3. Perform comprehensive patient care utilizing best practices of osteopathic medicine. (Patient Care)

  4. Utilize effective communication skills to support positive patient-centered and inter-professional relationships. (Interpersonal & Communication Skills)

  1. Uphold the RVU Code of Conduct and the principles of the Osteopathic Oath. (Professionalism)

  1. Evaluate patient-care practices through critical thinking using evidence-based medical principles. (Practice-Based Learning & Improvement)

  1. Analyze health systems science to deliver individualized patient care. (Systems-Based Practice)