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Marcy, Excellent answer. Remember to sign in blue ink and include an extra copy of the PS-042R form with the submission. JP Mehlmann

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Instructor Variance

Marcy, I agree. One challenge with the variance request process is making your case that the instructor will be effective. JP Mehlmann

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Practical Compliance Information

Robyn,

Compliance is critical but you make an excellent point. How the knowledge is utilized and put into practice is what ultimately matters. In admissions, it is not enough to be "in compliance". We must be in compliance and avoid any misleading or exaggerated impressions of our education.

Joe Mehlmann

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Annual Enrollment and Outcomes Reporting

Ashley, That sounds correct. Just be sure to document how you arrived at P or NP on the TWC CSC completer follow up form and keep on file any additional supporting documentation. JP Mehlmann

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Annual Enrollment and Outcomes Reporting

Pam, Great answer. It sounds like you have a very thorough approach with your career services department. In addition to email blasts, texting and social media (facebook, twitter, etc.) can be effectively utilized to maintain contact with graduates. JP Mehlmann

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Instructor Variance

Ashley, Yes - and if you've looked at the TWC CSC Instructor Application (PS-002) instructions on page nine, there is documentation required to make your case that the Instructor candidate is otherwise qualified. The following is a portion of those instructions: Write a letter addressed to Career Schools and Colleges, requesting a variance from current rules which includes: 1. Subject(s) for which the variance is being requested as listed in the school catalog. 2. Current rule requirements in comparison to the applicantÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s qualifications. See formatted example below. 3. Statement ensuring that the program quality will not be diminished using the… >>>

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Instructor Variance

Pam, Good answer but I am not sure if "yes" answers in the professional conduct section fall in the Variance category. I reviewed the TWC CSC Rules, Section 807.81 - .83, especially page 25(d), and perhaps, instead, this falls under "instructor...shall be of good reputation" which is on page 22(a). There are certain types of crimes that will exclude an instructor from receiving approval regardless of their experience/educational qualifications for the position. I suggest if you have a candidate with a "Yes" answer to any of those professional conduct questions, that you can call your designated contact person at TWC… >>>

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Annual Enrollment and Outcomes Reporting

Gemma, Thank you and thank you to the many people who have shared their ideas and best practices. JP Mehlmann

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Best Practices for Applications

Bertha, These items are all important. I also suggest a thorough review of the application instructions as well as having another person review the entire application prior to submission. JP Mehlmann

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Instructor Variance

Gemma, That is an excellent question. The correct answer would depend on the specific circumstances. If you have an official foreign transcript, I suggest using a reputable document translation service to obtain a documented translation. If your school is not required to submit instructor applications to the TWC CSC, you should consider contacting them for input prior to utilizing the instructor. You could also follow the variance procedures for assurance and documentation that the instructor is competent. JP Mehlmann