Complaince
It is a shame that there are so many schools that are not providing students with the correct information needed.
When a person builds a relationship with a potential student, a trust starts to form. I think it is vital to everyone in admissions to not take advantage of the trust by thinking of one's own agenda rather than the best thing for the student.
Many of my students tell me that other Online Schools seem to "beat around the bush." I find that telling the student the truth and staying within compliance guidelines builds confindence in the student that we won't try to "trick" them.
This seems to pay benefits for both parties.
It is so important to remember to provdie student with all the information needed to be compliant.
I agree. We like to give the students at my institution the best experience from when they first work in the door. We offer to meet with them personally and invite them to attend information sessions. If I am ever talking to a prospective student, I always tell them to check out our website. So much information is located on our website and it is important that the prospective student is familiar with the instituion so they can make the best choice for them.
Schools rely on Admissions Representatives to relay the information to each potential student and it is a must that we give the correct information.
You are absolutely right. However, the student has a responsibility to research the school in question to obtain the most information. I find it sad that a lot of people simply don't read the information provided or question it.
It appears that the metrics and goals from some of the schools have caused individuals to make unethical decisions in order to meet those metrics.
When I interview a student I try to go over every thing they need to make a decision on the college and program, I make sure they see financial aid and have all the material on placement and gainful employment. I don't believe they get the same information and help from the State Colleges.
Some schools start to see the dollar bill more than the success of the students. When this happens, the school will start to fall apart, starting with the integrity of the staff. Leading by example is a double-edged sword, but with the right intentions, you can have dual benefits (school and students).
As a High School Presenter/Relations Coordinator, it is imperative that I be giving out the correct information when I go out into the public. I am in a fortunate situation that my establishment is fantastic about going over compliance issues and arming me with facts. If I don't know an answer I will state that I'm unsure and I'd hate to give them incorrect information and that I'll check on it and get back with them, which I always do promptly.
I agree. Integrity is a fact of life! Stick to the facts and always be honest and up front.
I also feel that each each should be given honest answers, and i'll do my best to help each student
I believe when you provide students with incorrect information it hurts the school in more ways than one. For example it hurts the integrity of the school, the ability for admissions to obtain referrals along with putting the school at risk for things such as legal actions. When you are honest and open and open with information it srts the tone of the school.
I feel like we should go through all of our consumer information just like we expect our prospective students to go through. That will allow us to get the correct information instead of sharing guesses and assumptions.
Why would anyone provide incorrect information about their college? If a college is built to truly educate their students then it should be honest about their program. If their college does not educate in the desired field, send them somewhere else to accomplish their goals. Some colleges have become more about the money and enrollments and have lost their integrity. College is about educating and helping others to be successful not taking money and watching the student drop out in the first semester.
I do agree with that statement. When I train new people in admissions its not about sales, its about the how and the why. It is more of a personal approach.
I agree with this statement wholeheartedly. When even just one admissions representative misleads or gives prospective students false information it affects all schools. Students can be soured by the experience and end up paying a lot for a program based on dishonesty. The result is an irate student that most likely will have major loan debt when the result should be an educated graduate who can confidently enter the workforce.
During my time working as an admissions representative, I find that if there is a question I do not know the answer to then I seek out the correct information from the Director of Education or the Program Director. While the admissions department becomes used to certain questions, it is important to research and seek out the correct answer to new questions that arise. I find that this honesty in addition to quality programs leads to satisfied graduates and in turn, they will refer your institution to others.
I believe Honesty is the only way to go. Not only for the sake of the school but the student also.
So true. Especially if your school requires HS Diploma and many perspective students that want to attend your school don't even have a recognized diploma. In that case, I tell my stuednts to obtain a GED.
