I feel once we build the empathy with the students it helps a lot! I personally talk to them in a calming matter because to some people it’s a overwhelming experience. I find by me doing that i turned the "skeptic" student into a calmed student
Ask which specific program they are interested in. Give them all specific information allowed to be given to the person interested. They need to clearly outline all requirements.
Make the prospective student feel comfortable and willing to discuss what they want for their future and why they are looking in to a certain program. I like to make sure that I do my best to answer a prospective students question and when I do not know an answer I'm honest with them.
By really listening to what the prospective students are telling you, their needs can be best determined and met. The time taken initially with individuals can provide tangible benefits for both students and the institution down the road.
I discuss with prospective studnets the importance of doing their own research in terms of program and school choice. In other words, it is important for students to make an informed decision concerning their academic and career choices. This helps students take responsibility for their educatioanl experience.
I agree. I always spend a considerable amount of time discussing the student's goals with them, both short term and long term. This helps the student to create a stronger vision of why they are going to school and it will help maintain their motivation and drive while attending school.
The most important thing I do with students related to this topic is career building. I have them describe to me their ideal day in their dream job to make sure that we are on the right track. After that we discuss reality and make sure that is what they are looking for.
I have found that outside of specific disclosure regulations and other required information, it is important to listen to the needs of the student. So many times, we as agents, can get caught up in what we believe is the best for the student, but not actually hear what the student is looking for. It is important to be realistic with the student and inform them of all avenues that are available for them to reach their goals. Many times they are looking for validation or reassurance that the path they have chosen is the right one, for them. When we as Advisors, take the time to listen to the student and reinforce their integrity and decisions, it allows them to feel important and that they are not just another student walking through the doors of the school.
I feel the most important conversation you have with a student is the initial contact. Here we provide the student with all relevant information and answer their questions. Besides this, our school has a separate tab on our website that is titled Consumer Information. Here a student can find all the information from our school catalogue to placement and graduation rates. We are required to provide this link to every student.
I ask prospective students what their goal is for continueing their education, then I will know if we are not the right institution for them. Example: "I would like to go to be a high school teacher once I've completed my degree" We do not offer degrees in education. I also encourage prospective adult students to speak with their Training Division as well as Human Resource Department to ensure that they are choosing a path that will be acceptable to their current employer prior to enrollment.
I think admissions reps need to consistently be reading the school's catalog to be in the know. Stay up to date on any changes within the school, state regulations, and federal regulations. When in doubt do not guess at an answer and simply lead the student to the right person/department to get the correct answer.
The most important thing an Admissions Representative can do throughout the enrollment process is to ask the student if they have questions or concerns about the topics that are being covered. All questions and concerns should be addressed completely and accurately. The most important conversations are those that help the students discern if the program presented is the right one to help them meet their career objectives.
I feel that one of the best things an admissions representative can do is ask a prospective student probing questions to really determine if the program and career path is what they desire. It is also important to make sure a student is comfortable with the classes and potential outcomes of the program. Additionally, if the student is looking to further their education past what the institution offers, it is important for the admissions representative to let the student know of possible ramifications of doing so (i.e. transferability of credits).
I agree asking as many questions as possible is the best way to get to know your student. You must know your student "well" to have the knowledge to recommend a program. I think one of the best questions to ask is "Where do you see yourself 5 years from now working in this field with your degree", having them visualize their future.
Asking effective open ended questions to get to know the prospective student and their interest is imperative so that you can truly assist them in finding the right program for them. I think assisting with program/career matching is the most important because if a student enrolls in a wrong program then they will be eventually just withdraw from school and waste a lot of time and money.
The admissions advisor must understand the student's goals and motivations to make sure the committment level is there and that they are enrolling into a program that they can be successful in. Students must also be aware of the specific requirements of the program to ensure there are no obstacles that will prevent them from completing the program.
I ALSO FEEL THE SAME WAY. I REMIND THEM THAT THIS WILL ALSO AFFECT FUTURE GEN. TO COME.
Admissions reps should provide as much information as possible. Plus, they should encourage prospective students to do their own research to come to their own conclusions; based on the information and link provided by the admissions rep. A student should exercise their due diligence not only in obtaining information from an admissions rep but from doing their own "background check" of the school they plan to attend. Accreditation and transferability are the most important conversations I have with students, when meeting prospective and current students.
Interesting idea! Being a nursing school, it's very important to enroll people who have a dream and passion to become a nurse. We help to determine if nursing is the right area to be in for the particular candidate by giving them an entrance test with "nursing comprehension" attribute .
I believe the most important conversations to have, besides the mandatory type, are the ones where you gather information from the prospective students to really understand their needs and wants from a school to help them best.
