We have not changed the entry requirements however we extensively go over what is expected of them as a student here at the school.
When expectations are set from the very beginning it gives the students something to uphold.
Yes - I think there is much more focus on understanding what the prospective student is really wanting to accomplish with additional education.
Rene,
There are no rules against tutoring students prior to testing.
John Ware
Ensuring that only qualified students enroll is beneficial for both the student and school. A sucessful graduate makes for a sucessful school.
Please be careful with regulatory issues
We want our students to succeed and graduate. They must pass an admissions exam in order to enroll.
Yes, we require all of our new students to complete a Student Preparation Course, so they understand how everything works once they get started.
Our school had already put testing in place. The scores required are based on the programs. Reps are encouraged to talk to students about their abilities in the courses they will be required to take
We have incorporated way that our assessment test can help us when setting students up "initial success." We use it to monitor what they may need immediate assistance in and coming up with a plan early so they can be successful in the classroom
Our school has set a higher entrance test score for our more advanced programs. This helps ensure that quality students with the knowledge and mindset can pass the program. For our more hands on cert programs the score is lower as the bookwork is less
Our college is under a new philosophy, See More and Select Better. We want to engage with as many students as possible, and select those that are a true fit for our programs. Higher quality students, better chance of succeeding.
All departments are engaged in the students success. From Admissions to Career Services all departments follow through and ensure the student has assistance where needed.
Our school has a strict admissions process. Our reps conduct a 2-3 hour assessment with a one on one meeting with the prospective student allowing full disclosure on both ends. We have a very structured and compliant PowerPoint presentation. The student then sits with a financial aid officer who discloses the program costs and estimated eligibility based on each student’s individual situation.
If the student and the rep decide that the school is indeed a good fit for the prospective student and the prospective student can afford to move forward. We then start the full admissions process of testing, obtaining necessary enrollment document, etc. This information, in addition to the reps recommendation is summited to a separate acceptance committee who reviews all of the data, pointing our potential strengths, weaknesses, or struggles that the prospective student may face while attending our institution so we can address any potential issues prior to the prospective student starting school. If the committee decides to accept the application the student is then brought back into completed the final enrollment agreement, schedule orientation, wrap up financial obligations, etc.
We look in those area where students who complete the traing have a chance for success.
We use the WorkKeys to evaluate our students for their competency level. We offer prep packages and practice test, but I would like to offer free tutor sessions because not everyone has the ability to "refresh" on their own. Prospective students are often very nervous about testing and I would like to help ease their minds by building confidence in their ability to succeed. We are in the business of educating our society, not building more barriers to keep them from reaching their goals. Is there a regulation with Ohio Board of Career Colleges and Schools against tutoring students prior to testing? I have searched the regs and can't seem to find anything that states it's against the rules.
I believe our institution takes very seriously a potential students ability to succeed, and the entrance testing does help with this. Without this requirement we would not be doing the institution or the student justice.
We have definitely put more of an emphasis on this during our admissions interviews, to make sure students are completely aware of what is required and what is expected of them and what's expected from our schools to make sure they are making the best decision for them and their future goals.
We have placement exams for incoming students not possessing a degree.
An addtional exam for those going into the computer programs is also required.
The exams allow us to see who needs prep classes before college-level courses. I believe it prevents discouragement, especially for students who haven't been in a classroom for awhile.
Our admissions process is now focused not only on likelihood to succeed in the program, but also to achieve a relevant placement.
Yes, we offer refresher classes at no additional cost. If after graduation, if the students wants to come back and take a certain class or course again, they can do so for free. There is no additional course they need to take.
This is also helpful because right before they have an interview, they can come in an practice and go to the interview with confidence
