Prospective Student Interactions | Origin: CM102
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Raising the Bar - Compliant Communications with Students --> Prospective Student Interactions
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Provide students with accurate information so they can make an informed decision about the school and the program they want to attend. Abide by the state regulations and guidelines. Provide equality and inclusivity to all prospective student applicants. Provide resources and be supportive to answer any questions students may have. Do inform students of program eligibility requirements for admission on the program of their choice. Provide a tour of the campus.
Toda información proporcionada a los alumnos o prospectos debe ser la más real y precisa.
As an instructor, I am often asked by current students about potential jobs, where could they get hired, will they be able to get a job. I realize I need to be careful about what I say to them, because I could easily mislead them and violate compliance guidelines. I my program's track record and what we are legally allowed to say may not always line up. I will be more careful when communicating.
It is imperative to be 100% honest with each potential student.
Information provided by recruiters must be current and accurate. I plan on giving the most up to date and accurate information to the best of my knowledge.
The agency that regulates private and postsecondary education is called "Arizona State Board for Private Post Secondary Education".
Must provide programmatic graduation and placement rates for previous 3 years
Never discuss placement rates or anything that would imply that we can guarantee the student a job
Schools should require background checks if the intended occupations for graduates require background checks to filter applicants.
In this module. I have learned that it is essential that our institutions provide students with accurate and relevant information. We should never promise or mislead students about their future career prospects. Instead, we can encourage them to complete their studies and pursue further education. It is crucial that students understand every detail of the paperwork involved and the significance of making a commitment. By providing complete and accurate information, we enable students to make informed decisions about their future careers.
Importance of developing and implementing a culture of compliance for the entire institution.
Transparency is essential to represent the school, classes sizes, prices, graduation rate.
Competition is everywhere, schools are not exempt from this fact. It is okay for schools to be proud of their successes. The foundation of their reputation is integrity. Be honest, encouraging and provide facts. Facts that reflect the "normal" achievement, not the "extraordinary" are appreciated by students. If you want to "set the student up for success" then provide timely and honest information.
Accurate honest information is extremely critical when dealing with students. Words matter, and how you frame information to students can be misleading, even if that was not the intention.
It is important to give correct and truthful information and to follow all state and federal guidelines with contacting students and never to make and promises about programs or guarantee they will make certain amounts or even gain employment.
Transparency is the key when recruiting, and conducting ourselves in an up-front and honest manner. We want to live by the Golden Rule of "Treat others as you want to be treated (if not even better)." If you put yourself in the shoes of the student, then you usually can't go wrong.
Honesty truly is the best policy. And the fact that there are secret shoppers to ensure that schools are doing what they are supposed to be doing is something that I am glad is in place but sad that it has to be done. I understand the reasoning behind it as I have heard so many stories of things that students have been told.
During this segment, telling a student invalid or outlandish information is unacceptable and frowned upon.
Institutions must maintain honesty in their interactions with prospective students. They are prohibited from making false promises about additional certifications, exams, job placements, or other benefits. It is crucial to uphold any limitations on conversations with prospective students to ensure transparency and integrity.
