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Tuition assistance

my institution don't have financial aide at this moment,but we are in the process of getting it, I found execellent information about this subject.

marketing strategies

I found that Marketing plans are very essential for my possition at my institution, and i'm please with the information i got in this course

being honest with the new students

The students will enjoy school if they feel like they have been told the truth and will ref. other student to you if they feel they have treated fairly.

Admission, the most difficult part of an institution

As a licensed institution of nearly 3 years, I must admit that the admission section of the organizational structure is the most difficult one. I find the easiest way to make it a smooth process for all involved is to enroll student when they have all the required documents and also to finalize the enrollment packet in one day. Have all paperwork completed and then turn it over to be filed immediately.

VA Compliance for financial aid

While admissions role is different from financial aid topics, we must be sure to at least understand new policies and requirements from various institutions. The VA has recently changed some rules so our admissions team will meet with the financial aid team to ensure understanding and compliance.

Information

There was much important information to read

Get financial support for those institutions with not Tittle IV

What will be a good way, source, or aid to help those students and institutions with not Tittle IV for getting any financial support?

School info

After speaking with my collegues I understand why it is important to stay abreast with changes in regulation. Things can change over night.

Rules and Regulations

I find that with knowing this information bring credibility when working with a student looking at going to school. AA

Social Media Publications

Does online marketing hurt or help our industry?

Meetings

My University established an obligatory meeting for all employees once a week. This has been very beneficial for our staff because all questions are answered and doubts are clarified during this section. The departments also have their own meetings once a week and the concerns are taken to the general and mandatory meeting.

Transfer of credits

Knowing the transferability of your credits to another institution and accepting credits from another institution.

Working with the Community

I believe that working with the community is very important for any educational center. My University performs many activities involving our students with the community. This is an effective strategy to help our students to find jobs according to their level of education and expertise.

Staying updated with everything

Having a good relationship with all personnel will help staying inform of what's going on and what's being said.

Helping students with their GED

Providing students with information of locations where they can obtain it.

Why the title of counselor can not be use

Could this be misleading

Admission Requirements.

In our University the Integrated Services Officer must be well documented about the admission and the enrollment requirements. The officer must explain to the student the steps to take the placement tests as well as the different types of interviews according to the program of study

Helpful

This information has been very helpful. I didn't know admissions had to meet so many different requirements.

Radio-Tv

I didn't know there was regulations on these. Neat to know!

What are the characteristics of the Integrated Services Officer?

Once the prospective students received the correct career orientation by the Counselor, the Integrated Services Officer becomes a key element in the process of admission and registration. It is crucial for the prospective students to find in the Integrated Services Officer the guide they need for their admission and registration process. The Integrated Services Officer must be a people person, as well as have excellent communication skills. It must be a person with an extensive knowledge of the academic programs of the University, as well as the different forms of financial aids and student loans. This officer must be able to explain everything to the prospective students in the enrollment process and to clarify any doubt. They must ensure that the students take their courses in such a way that guarantee their graduation and success.