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GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES All students are encouraged to visit the HealthStaff facility prior to enrollment to gain a better understanding of the programs offered by the school and to view the facilities and equipment. If the student is an online only student, they are required to log in with a HealthStaff member to orientate through the online classroom and website. HealthStaff is not equipped to admit students from other countries. All courses are offered in English only. HealthStaff Training Institute does not offer English as a second language (ESL) classes. For all courses except for Computerized Office & Accounting, Microsoft Office Specialist and Medical Front Office Assistant applicants must be a high school graduate or its equivalent and are required to submit. 1. A copy of high school diploma, GED, or official transcript. 2. All students must possess the minimum of 8u' grade English proficiency. Students that do not speak English as their primary language may be required to pass the Ability to Benefit Test prior to enrollment to ensure that they possess proficiency in English to enroll in the program of their choice. 3. All applicants are required to complete an enrollment application and engage in a personal interview with the Admissions staff/personnel. 4. All applicants must be at least 17 years old. 5. Upon enrollment, all applicants are required to complete an enrollment package that includes reading, signing, and dating required disclosures. 6. A registration fee is required upon enrollment. 7. Please also refer to the course descriptions on pages 16 through 24 of this catalog for additional course specific prerequisites. Credit for Previous Training HealthStaff Training Institute may accept credit for previous training, provided that a 2.0 GPA or above was awarded to student. HSTI will accept credit from other institutions accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDOE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). However, because of the nature of the programs offered at HSTi, credit for education received more than three (3) years prior to enrollment will not be accepted. Transfer credits from HSTi to other institutions are regulated by the rules governing those institutions. Official transcripts and documentation of previous experience must be received and reviewed prior to enrollment. The school reserves the right to accept or reject any or all previous credit and/or experience. The student must pass a challenged written exam and, when appropriate a practical exam as well, and provide documentation showing that the student has current experience in the field. if credit is granted, a tuition adjustment may be made on the Enrollment Agreement indicating the cost of credit approved. Please also refer to the "Notice to Veteran Students" section in the catalog. Notice Concerning Transferability of Credits and Credentials Earned at our Institution The transferability of credits you earn at HealthStaff Training Institute is at the complete discretion of an institution to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance of the certificate you earn in the educational program you complete is also at the complete discretion of the institution to which you may seek to transfer. If the credits or certificate that you earn at this institution is not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer, you may be required to repeat some or all of your coursework at that institution. For this reason, you should make certain that your attendance at this institution will meet your educational goals. This may include contacting an institution to which you may seek to transfer after attending HealthStaff Training Institute to determine if your credits or certificate will transfer. This institution has not entered into a transfer or articulation agreement with any other college or university. Nan -Discrimination and Disability Statement HealthStaff is firmly committed to providing educational programs for all eligible applicants without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or medical condition, except where a medical condition constitutes an occupational limitation. Federal sexual harassment guidelines have been adopted as a part of school policy. HealthStaff also complies with the Equal Opportunity Act of 1972, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act 1964, American Disabilities Act 1990, and Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This policy of non- discrimination applies to all students, employees, and applicants for admission and employment and to all participants in institutionally sponsored activities.