Policies and Procedures
Attendance
Students are contracted to attendance obligations that depend on their funding sources and schedules. Failure to attend in accordance with contracted hours of instruction per week may result in withdrawal from the program. Attendance records may be subject to scrutiny by sponsoring agencies and are maintained by the college as prescribed. Students may choose their hours of attendance, subject to workstation availability, and at the discretion of the Centre.
Books and Supplies
Academy of Learning's Integrated Learning™ System programs are presented using course workbooks, audio instruction, and original software. All courses are presented as complete packages with all the necessary materials included. There are no additional costs. All materials presented to students are protected by relevant Copyright Laws.
Certificates / Diplomas
A Certificate or Diploma is issued to each student who successfully completes a program or course with the necessary final exam score, and meets their financial obligations to the college. Certificates and Diplomas are issued by Academy of Learning Frachisor Office.
Credit for Previous Training
Credit for previous education and training may be awarded to students who are able to successfully pass our challenge exams, which indicates acceptable levels of proficiency in specific skill areas.
Dress Code
Academy of Learning Colleges do not follow a strict dress code, however, attire should be modest and appropriate in a public setting. Students may be asked to dress as they would for a job interview on specific days. As a courtesy to others who may have extreme allergies, students are asked to practise common sense etiquette and hygiene and not to use strong scented products prior to coming to the College.
Passing Marks
Individual exams must be taken for one course before proceeding to the next, and require a minimum percentage pass mark prescribed by Academy of Learning Colleges. To graduate, students must pass all courses in their program of study with a minimum of 70% and an overall average of 75%. This may vary from college to college and specific programs in Healthcare. Students achieving an average of 90% and higher with receive Honours status. The marking schemes and procedures are governed by strict guidelines sent by our Franchisor.
Facilitators / Instructors
The Academy of Learning employs qualified individuals to facilitate and instruct the students. Facilitators take training programs in course content provided by the Academy of Learning and must score over 90% on each exam. Our instructors are well respected in the community and in their field of expertise. They come to Academy of Learning because they love to teach and want to inspire and ignite imaginations.
Fees
Courses are presented with all the necessary materials included. All fees are payable to the Academy of Learning in the form of cheque, Visa, MasterCard, or cash. Fees are charged on a contract basis in accordance with established prices. The total tuition fees are due and payable by the start date unless specific arrangements have been with the college and recorded on a student's contract. If the student is being sponsored, the college requires a letter of authorization. Academic credit is not given until all financial obligations have been met.
Privacy
The Academy will limit the collection, use and disclosure of students' personal information to the extent required to conduct business and to provide ongoing services to them. This information is confidential and is only issued to a third party with students' written authorization or where students are funded by a Government or Sponsoring Agency.
Refresher Privileges
Graduates are welcome to come in after completion of their courses to refresh and review their course material, as long as they have already passed the course and the Academy of Learning still teaches the same version of the course.
Satisfactory Progress
Students are all issued an outline that includes target dates for starting and ending of their program or course. These dates must be adhered to as closely as possible in order for students to complete their program or courses by the prescribed end dates. Should students fall behind, they are expected to put in extra time to maintain satisfactory progress. Students receiving funding will have no leeway in this - if satisfactory progress and course load is not being maintained, it could result in withdrawal. In order to receive a credential, students must achieve an overall average of 75% or better. Regular feedback from the college's staff ensure students can monitor their progress, and if applicable, may implement initiatives to ensure academic success.
Students with Special Needs
Our philosophy is that everyone should have the right and opportunity to improve their life through better employment. Academy of Learning's innovative method of individualized instruction coupled with its flexible scheduling allows students with special needs to access all the benefits of our unique learning method. We can accommodate physically challenged students. Written transcripts of courses may be available when audio material is insufficient for student needs.
Tax Receipts
Tuition fees qualify for a Canadian income tax credit. Students may also be entitled to an educational credit based on their attendance. Students are requested to talk to college staff or to their tax consultant if they require any additional information. In order to claim this tax credit, an official receipt is issued by the college at the appropriate time.
Transfer Policy
Students must complete their program of study at the college identified on their contract. If a student wishes to transfer to another Academy of Learning College, they must request this in writing from their originating college well in advance. Transfers will only be considered if the student is in good standing and is at the sole discretion of the College Director. The Academy of Learning cannot guarantee that a transfer will be made. This policy is subject to approval from the student's funding agency and space availability at the college to which the student wants to transfer.
