School Policies

Students are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, with respect to fellow students. Students can and will be expelled for poor academic performance or misconduct which includes the use of drugs or alcohol, fighting , stealing, cheating, profanity, creating a safety hazard, or indecent apparel during hours school is in operation. Work areas must be kept clean at all times.

Grading Policy

Students are graded 80% on practical skills and 20% on written exams. A grade of 60% or higher must be achieved to receive a certificate or diploma. Written exams are given weekly on lecture and assigned reading. Students’ grades will be recorded at mid-term and at the end of each session. Students are given the opportunity to retake any exam with a score of 59% or below. If a student fails to score 60% or above on a retake exam, they will be dismissed from the program. However, a student will be able to retake the exam after five days providing they indicate intention to study and prepare for the retake exam.

 

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Grading System:

Attendance

 

Regular attendance is mandatory. Emergency leaves of absences will be granted provided prior approval is given. Three tardies will constitute one day of absence. Over 10% absences must be made up. All missed work must be made up by the student on his or her own time.  Any student missing more than the number of days listed below are subject to dismissal from the program unless given approval by the Director.

If a student desires to re-enroll, they may only do so after waiting a period of five days, providing they indicate their intention to attend on a regular basis.

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