# Advising ### Navigating Through the MSHCDL Degree HCDL students must read and continually reference the Student Handbook, Curriculum Guide, Advisement worksheet (course checklist) and sample curriculum to understand the expectations of the HCDL degree. Students should contact the MSHCDL staff with questions regarding policies and procedures, degree requirements, and questions regarding the Program. For issues related to tuition, course registration, program withdrawals, leave of absence or more, please contact the Office of Student Financial Services and Registrar, respectively. **Contact information:** Advisement: Brian J. Nickerson, PhD, JD, FACHE Senior Associate Dean for Master’s Programs and Program Director Email: [brian.nickerson@mssm.edu ]() General: Herb Lopez Administrative Manager Email: [herb.lopez@mssm.edu](https://Emailto:herb.lopez@mssm.edu)