Ask probing questions to uncover the student’s needs. Ask about his/her long term goals. Investigate what the student enjoys doing and would like to pursue as a career. People do well in positions they enjoy which also translates into high productivity. All this would help guide the student in the choice of a program of study.
Student should always receive accurate information prior to enrolling.make sure it is a match. really listening to the student is so important. talking to the student about their future and their long term goals.
If you dont do this and they start into something that doesnt fit them, you will probably have a discouraged student and they will drop out.
Dana,
The "career game' sounds like a creative way to have potential students figure out what field interests them.
Kimberly Stein
We explain the programs of interest in detail, providing honest and accurate data. If the potential student is still unsure of a program we also offer a "career game", based on their likes and dislike it may help in their decision making process. We also inform the student that if they start a program and do not wish to continue in it, they have the option of changing majors.
I think if the student has all the knowledge of the program they are looking into will help them in finding a suitable program to help them achieve their goals.
I believe the most important conversation with a prospective student should be realistic, honest and never include promises regarding transfer credits.
Discuss the program in detail to make sure the student is really interested. It is important to probe and ask questions to make sure the student is choosing the correct pragram that matches what they are interested in.
The best way to assist the student is to listen to what they have to say. Find out why they want to attend school and make sure that we can assist them with a program that we have to offer. It is important to find out why they want to attend and what do they plan on doing with the education. This should assist the representative in helping the student make more informed decisions.
I agree, the investigation you do can be important for the student in the long run.
Explain the program they would be enrolling in thouroughly making sure it is a good fit for the student. I believe one of the most important conversations to have with the student, is to see if this degree is going to accomplish their goals and be useful to them now and in the future.
I include what is expected of a student in regards to academic standings. How many hours and days per week to study.
to make sure the perspective student has all the information he needs to make an informed decision on his education choice
Ask the student what are their long term goal in life. What do they see themselves doing. Its very important for a student to understand that this is very important.
I think that the admissions reps can make sure that thru are thorugh and that they ask the student if they have any questions and that they understaand everything that has been stated and communicated. The most important conversation you can have with a student is what they want to do with their future and making sure you are giving them ALL the information.
We can talk to the student in detail and figure out what they want and if we have what they need for their career. The most important question or topic would be what does the student want from the education and what career do they want to get into in the future.
Our representive training focuses our discussions with prospective students on their true motivations for pursuing additional education. Probing questions and real listening skills are required to ascertain the students real needs and goals
Have a detailed discussion of the student's career goals and work experience to make certain that the program is a good match
I must make sure the student is listening to everything i am shareing with him. So he understands the hard work it takes to get his degree.
Every time I meet with a prospective student, I make it a point to really sit down and ask them what they are really interested in. If a student tells me on the phone that they are interested in Medical and then when we meet they are interested in Business, that throws up a red flag for me. I explain to them that this is your education and your paying for it. You better be sure this is something that you want to do.
