Disclosure of Information to Students

Disclosure of Information to Students. Prospective students are entitled to sufficient data which will assist them with making informed decisions regarding training opportunities and institutions. A school is therefore obligated to provide sufficiently detailed data in advance of enrollment to enable prospective students to clearly understand their opportunities, limitations, and obligations. The following information must be fully disclosed to prospective students prior to enrollment and prior to the signing of an enrollment contract or agreement. *A. Recruiting Policies *B. Admission Requirements *C. Academic Calendars *D. Grading System Used By the School *E. Graduation Policy *F. Program Length *G. Objectives of the Programs of Study *H. Licensing Requirements for Jobs *I. Student Support Services *J. Campus Security Policy *K. School’s Refund Policy *L. Withdrawal Procedures M. Tuition and Fees (what is / is not included) N. The percentage of students who have completed their program of study within 150% of the normal time for completion of or graduation from the program of study. O. The percentage of your graduates employed in their field of study or related field, within six months after completion of or graduation from their program of study. P. The percentage of student mastery of stated program of study goals. Q. A list of post-secondary educational institutions that have accepted credit from your institution. *R. Complaint policy to resolve issues between students and school and staff. * Those items listed above that are marked with an asterisk may be disclosed via the student catalog. The items listed above that are not marked with an asterisk must be provided separately from the student catalog and enrollment contract or agreement. This information must be maintained by the school for verification of compliance with this regulatory requirement. Source: Miss Code Ann. § 73-67-15 (1) (s), as amended 9.6 Admissions and Recruitment. A. Admissions 1. The admission policy shall conform to the school’s philosophy and objectives, shall be publicly stated, printed and made available to its students) and shall be administered as written. 2. The school is required to maintain student records which reflect the requirements for admission of all students. 3. An applicant must be eighteen (18) years of age, or older, on the date the application is submitted. 4. An application must provide proof of high school graduate equivalency. 5. An applicant must be of legal status not only to receive a license, but also to work in the State of Mississippi with that license. 6. Any and all requirements regarding good moral character and competency, as provided for in § 73-67 and in accepted codes of ethics, shall be met. 7. A school shall conduct an orientation session for persons who have applied for admission or who are considering application for admission. Such orientation shall include an overview of the program’s educational objectives and curriculum, the academic and physical requirements of the program, existing employment opportunities in the field, the time and financial requirements of the program, and state requirements for licensure. 8. A school shall conduct a pre-enrollment interview with each applicant to determine the applicant’s qualifications. The information gathered should include, but not be limited to, criminal record relating to a misdemeanor or felony, a determination regarding the persons cognitive, motor and behavioral skills, moral character necessary for admission into the profession and completion of the program of massage therapy and bodywork. The information gathered from this interview shall be evaluated with all written documentation submitted by the applicant before the school renders a decision of the application. 9. A school shall maintain written documentation of the basis for admission of the student. Such records shall include copies of high school diploma or transcripts, proof of age, and other specific admission requirements of the school. 10. Documentation of the reasons for the denial of admission of any student shall be maintained for at least three (3) years. B. Recruitment 1. Recruiting shall be ethical and compatible with the educational objectives of the school. 2. The school should provide, in writing, the information being communicated to students. This will insure that each representative is communicating current and accurate information. Recruitment information should include the following: a. Programs of Study and Individual Courses b. Tuition and Fees c. Terms d. School Operating Policies e. Certificates f. Diplomas g. Transfer of Credit Hours h. Graduation Policies i. The percentage of students who have completed their program of study within 150% of the normal time for completion of or graduation from the program of study. j. The percentage of your graduates employed in their field of study or related field, within six months after completion of or graduation from their program of study. 3. Representatives of the school shall use only those titles which accurately reflect their actual duties and responsibilities.