Counselor and Representative
If a school is still using counselor than what can be done, ,and what are the repercussions?
Kincie,
The term counselor brings other connotations with it. It is strictly forbidden by the commission
Patty Aronoff
I am interested in this forum, I am very pleased that counselor and representative are no longer used in the title of Admission Representative Titles. Advising and Counseling individuals are not considered to be a role for an Admission Rep, if they are not licensed.
I completely agree, as a director I need additional preparation and must be licensed by the state.
Andrew,
The term counselor or advisor is strictly prohibited by the Commission. The terms denote something different than what we portray in admissions.
Patty Aronoff
It is very important to know the difference because if one does use the term counselor then you need additional certifications in that area to avoid misrepresenting our selves.
William,
Correct, the title is prohibited by the commission. You may use admissions representatives.
Patty Aronoff
You should never use the word counselor.
Vorick,
The Commission is adamant about its use for that very reason.
Patty Aronoff
When I first entered this industry in the late 90s the term counselor was used by some agents to lessen the term representative. I am glad that the laws has specified that this term be never used. I believe that it is misleading, because counselors advise individuals, whereas we should be giving truthful information about our institution to the student
Rafael,
Yes. Rules never all nonpublic post secondary institutions under the purview of the commission for independent education.
Patty Aronoff
If the school is non-profit is this apply too.
Elery,
The school should stop using the term immediately. Sanction may be issued by the commission. It can range from cease-and-desist to fines.
Patty Aronoff
