At what point do you make a decision that at the career college level a student is not in the right field even though they can pass the class?

Student that start late have to be treated very gentle. I have learned that when they start late it increases their chance of dropping since they feel left behind. It is important for all staff to assist the student in this matter to ensure the students overall success.

One of the major reasons I have heard students state why they dont enroll is thier ability to keep up since many have been out of school for a long time. While that may be true, its up to the admissions team to assure them that there are many which are in their same position ,and while the orientation process is being administered, give these individuals an opportunity to link up with others alike , which can decrease the fear thresh hold.

Mentoring is absolutely a great way to keep students on track. According to the lesson, and I agree, mentoring needs to be done by those who are great students and enthusiastic about the program--those who are already successful and understand the time management portion of this 'college' learning life.

There are 2 grocery stores near my house, which are across the street from each other. Kroger has excellent quality at discounted prices. Publix has excellent quality at slightly higher prices. Why does my wife prefer to shop at Publix? The reason is that Publix offers great customer service. There is a miniature kitchen set up where customers can sample a small portion of a dinner in order to get different cooking ideas. Employees also take groceries to the car for the customer.

I can't wait to pass along this course to our admissions team.  I think they would benefit from this!

WOW!

It was so interesting for me to view my students as my customer!  I have always thought of them as someone who HAD to be in school and that I was doing them a "favor" (not providing a "service").
It makes total sense that if I change how I percieve them, it wil in turn change how I treat them.

Most of our students are paying alot of money to be in school and I should view my roll as the reason.

Very enlightening!

It took me about 5 to 6 hours and I read every single word!

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