Arnitra,
Setting proper expectations is helpful for all.
Ron Hansen, Ed. D.
I feel that admissions could make processed easier by giving the students a more realistic view of the hoe fast the training course is. I think alot of times they are not given a realistic view of the challenges that they are about to face. I feel that letting the students know upfront that the courses are extremely fast paced and causes for alot of study time would help them to understand better their commitment.
Sharon,
Sounds like a good plan. Admissions and Education talking together is important.
Ron Hansen, Ed. D.
I'm not aware of our Admissions team using a checklist, but really like the idea of our admissions teams and academics collaborating to produce a checklist for each program at our campus. The admissions process truly sets the tone for the student experience on campus. We conduct product knowledge training with Admissions, where we discuss ideal candidates for each program, so this could be developed into a discussion on commonalities.
Isabella,
You should at least receive updates from admissions directly or from your program director. It is good that your students are open with you.
Ron Hansen, Ed. D.
I am an adjunct instructor and teach one course. I do not have the opportunity to interact with the admissions staff. From what I hear my students tell me, they were satisfied with the admission process and the staff.
Scott,
There are assessments used for basic skills and a high school diploma is required. Setting proper expectations is also helpful.
Ron Hansen, Ed. D.
It also amazes me how many people will sign up from just watching a commercial. Some sort of aptitude test would definatley weed out the ones who aren't cut out for this type of work.
Florita,
While almost all career schools have open admissions the students should have a clear understanding of the challenge to be undertaken.
Ron Hansen, Ed. D.
Traci,
You might wish to select courses and instructors from early in the program.
Ron Hansen, Ed. D.
It's great to see admissions knows its tools to check off all the methods tried to prevent attrition of students. It is a teamwork by the staff and faculty to maintain and increase retention in schools
Our admission process appears to correlate with similar ideas discuss in the module, in my observation maybe the reps could do a little more with the customer/student. Such as allowing them to sit in on a class or lecture (real-time) experiences allowing them the opportunity to fully grasp the concepts or requirements of the course. I believe this will help them to figure out if this is really what he/she really wants to do in the future.
Tracy-Ann ,
Programs Directors should be providing product knowledge to the Admissions team on a regular schedule.
Ron Hansen, Ed. D.
Mary,
Many schools have such programs or services for students.
Ron Hansen, Ed. D.
Elizabeth,
If the students are passing the NCLEX at the other end of the program at the required rate then this should not be an issue. What does they data show?
Ron Hansen, Ed. D.
John,
Absolutely. I could not say it better. Thank you.
Ron Hansen, Ed. D.
Admissions can improve if they have a checklist of the important information when selling a program. Many admissions rep can speak to the Program Director about that particular program the in and out of it. They themselves can do research on the programs in their school and make sure their facts are correct. This way from day one they are giving the correct information, in the end the students will always go back to them seeking advice because they were always honest.
The admissions process is very important for the student. It must include what is expected of them to succeed in the class. Problems that might exist for the student (problems outside of the school) must be addressed so they do not hinder their success in the program. If the school could assist in these problems it would benefit the student, for example help with them finding childcare or maybe carpooling.
The score for the admission test is lower than surrounding private colleges and we have eliminated one of the two tests. The passing grade for nursing has been reduced to 75% from 80%, despite a mediocre passing rate for nursing boards amongst the cohorts that had to score the 80%
I can see where evaluations can help the student as well as the course facilitator understand the students perception of the program and the field of study that they are entering. The evaluations can clarify any obstacles that the student and the instructor may foresee.It is important that the students have a realistic understanding of what is involved in the program before entering it. And the student should understand what resources are available to help them achieve their goals.
