It's absolutley imparative to completely understand the information relavent to the do's and don'ts. When communicating the financial obligations and time commitments that a prospective student may expect, the admissions agent needs to be fluent in this information and relay it accurately. This allows for the prospective student to make an informed descion based on true fact and not on incomplete deduction.

It is extremely disrespectful to down grade another school in any way.

Being the DOA of a for-profit college, it is imperative that we as a college are staying in compliance. Not even for the fact of "getting caught" but like it said in the training (paraphrasing) students base their decisions on the reputation of the college. That being said, full disclosure shouldn't be a punishment but an asset. If a college, non-profit or for-profit, has trained faculty, staff and administrators, there isn't anything to hide and, in most occasions, has a strong program/curriculum to offer students. Doing the right thing always pays off in the end. Does anyone else believe that some schools should be excluded from certain criteria as far as regulations is concerned...based on profit status? I understand that some colleges do not have the same strict regulations or guidelines as for-profit institutions. Quite frankly, and this is totally my opinion, but I'm glad we are regulated like we are. It weeds out the institutions that are in this for the wrong reasons...and it keeps colleges on their toes to give the students what they need to succeed. Sorry for the novel.

Having the knowledge about the different services that each department offers is essential. Having the knowledge about such services provides additional guidance for our students. Moreover, if you are looking to seek additional information, an organization chart is a great resource. From the chart you can easily find out who to talk to and gather information from regarding that specific department.

It is important to remember that the catalog includes important information that the applicant needs to be informed about. It is also important to note that the signed enrollment agreement comprises the formal contract between both the school & student. The two are different; one provides important information (catalog) & the other comprises the foratl contract between the school & student (agreement).

I think that it is essential and necessary that every year an agent has their licensed renewed. This ensures that the agent is up to par on their skills, and is knowledgeable on the most current information within the educational system.

This was an excellent lesson. It is great to know that there is consistency across the state and that institutions must follow state guidelines.

I found this class to be incredibly helpful. It is great that agents need to continually renew their permit in order to stay current.

This training was included in my onboarding for my new job. I consider this course a great learning tool.

For the past 10 years I have been an online Admissions Rep. Now I am in a postion where I see students face to face. What tips would you have for me?

Ads and word of mouth from happy students will help bring prospective students to your school.

Staying within the guildelines keep everyone compliant and students will gain from staying the course.

What department typically determines what credits (and how many) are transferrable?

The internet has a lot of information about schools and colleges, some of it true and some of it false. How do sites such as glassdoor, yelp, etc. impact Fortis?

Are there any specific scholarships that might be available to students that are offered through the college? This is aside from government financial aid and outside student loans.

Is it appropriate to make a request to friends and family to "share" information about your school's programs, so long as you do not promise any compensation to them?

Since I have never worked in the education field before, I find this training to be very helpful. I am surprised that an agent or admissions representative cannot actively solicit students who are currently enrolled in other colleges (as I understand it). Can anyone please expand upon this or explain the reasoning behind it? Thank you!

In this section I found just how much misrepresentation can affect not only the perspective student, but the school as well. Has anyone come across any questionable cases?

Hi Everyone today is my first day. I have just been hired as an Admissions Representative and I am excited to take this course and gain knowledge of the new Rules and Regulations that the State of Ohio follows. I just completed the first module and at first did not do great but I took it again and did better. Looking foward to communicating with everyone.

Something that I have found very helpful is also to e-mail our school catalog to the students, that way they cannot "lose" it. I also have it posted on a board in the main office area, that was it is available to them that way as well. Hope this helps!