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AMERICAN SCHOOL OF JEWELRY
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TUITION AND REGISTRATION
The cost of the tuition for each individual program is described
in page 18. There is a Registration Fee for each program to
reserve a seat in the class of your choice, with the balance of
the tuition due and payable before the first day of class.
The registration fee will be applied towards the total cost of
the program and is non-refundable.
HOUSING
Due to the popularity of Fort Lauderdale as a vacation resort,
there are several hotels within a mile (and even at walking
distance) as well as public transportation to and from the
school.
A list of local hotels can be provided to the students at their
request. Movie theaters and restaurants are within a short
walking distance from the school.
Shopping malls are within a mile.
PLACEMENT
The school cannot guarantee employment directly or indirectly
implied. However, all efforts will be expended to assist the
graduates of the ASJ Certified Jeweler Technician, ASJ
Certified Store Manager Jeweler and ASJ Certified Bench
Jeweler with Job placement at no charge.
PROGRESS, TESTING, GRADING SYSTEM
The progress of the student will be measured by a Final Exam in
which the student must obtain a minimum score of 75% to
accomplish a passing grade. In order to successfully complete
the class, the student will also have to complete the daily
projects in class within the instructor's degree of
satisfaction.
ABSENCES, MAKE UP WORK, TARDINESS, INTERRUPTIONS
1-A student will be granted a leave of absence providing there
is a valid reason such as illness, emergency, or any sufficient
reason with the proper documentation to sustain it.
If the reason is not considered to be valid or there is not
enough documentation to support it, the School will have the
right to terminate the student.
The student may re-enter to complete the education within six
months from the leave of absence at no charge, providing that the reason for
the termination was beyond his/her control, however, the student
will be subject to the existence of a vacancy.
2-Make up work will not be accepted unless the student was
granted a leave of absence.
3-The students are expected to begin class on time, frequent
tardiness without proper justification could result in student
termination.
4-Unjustified or repeated interruptions during class could
result in student dismissal or termination.
5-No beepers or phones allowed inside of the classrooms.
STUDENT RECORDS AND ATTENDANCE
The school will keep records of the student's daily attendance
and Final Exam score permanently.
These records will be available to students and/or potential
employers only with the written request of the student. For
those students who are denied entry or dismissed from the
school records will remain on file for at least one year.
CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS EDUCATION
This school does not provide credits for previous education or
training.
FINANCIAL AID
State Approving Agency for Veterans Training and
Vocational Rehabilitation Services will provide financial
aid to those who qualify.
CLASSROOM CLOCK HOUR
1 Hour classroom clock hour = 55 minutes
REFUND AND CANCELLATION FEE
Should an applicant/student cancel or be terminated for any
reason, all refunds will be made according to the following
policy and refund schedule with the exception of the
registration fee, not to exceed $150.00 and applicable
deposit: 1-Cancellation must be made in
person or sent by Certified Mail to "American School of
Jewelry".
2-All monies, not including the Registration fee, will be
refunded if the school does not accept the applicant or if the
student cancels within three (3) business days after signing the
enrollment agreement, and making initial payment.
3-Cancellation after the third (3rd) business day, but before
the first class, will result in a refund of all monies paid with
the exception of the registration fee and applicable deposit.
4-Cancellation after attendance has begun, but prior to 40% of
the completion of the program, will result in a Pro Rata refund
computed on the number of hours completed to the total program
hours.
5-Cancellation after completing 40% or more of the program will
result in no refund.
6-Termination date. The calculation of the termination date for
refund computation purposes is the last date of actual
attendance by the student, unless earlier written notice is
received.
7-Refunds will be made within thirty (30) days of termination or
receipt of cancellation notice.
8-A student can be dismissed, at the discretion of the Director,
for insufficient progress, non-payment of costs, or failure to
comply with rules.
CANCELLATION AND TERMINATION POLICY
1-A student will be granted a leave of absence providing there
is a valid reason such as illness, emergency, or any sufficient
reason with the proper documentation to sustain it.
If the reason is not considered to be valid or there is not
enough documentation to support it, the School will have the
right to terminate the student.
2-A student may re-enter to complete the education within six
months from the leave of absence at no charge, providing that the reason for
the termination was beyond his/her control, however, the student
will be subject to the existence of a vacancy.
3-Disobedience or disrespectful behavior towards other students
or any instructor, administrator or any other school official,
will be sufficient reason for the termination of the student.
4-Any student intentionally creating a safety hazard will be
terminated.
5-In order for the student to obtain a Certificate of completion
or Diploma as applicable, he/she must attend 95% of all classes
as well as participate in the practical exercises during class
hours.
LIABILITY The school assumes no responsibility for injuries or other
damages induced by the students on their person or their own or
other student's personal properties. Student behavior and the
proper use of the facilities will be practiced in accordance to
school regulations.
GRIEVANCE POLICY
In the event a student believes that a school decision or
action has adversely affected his/her status, rights or
privileges as a student, he/she can enter a grievance
procedure. The student should first meet with the Director
of Education and complete a written statement. If the
grievance is not resolved, then the Executive Director will
review it with all parties concerned. The Executive
Director's decision is final. Students who feel a grievance
is unresolved may refer their grievance to Executive
Director, Commission for Independent Education, 325 W.
Gaines St. #1414, Tallahassee, FL 32399, Toll Free 888-224-6684.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In order to register in the "American School of Jewelry", the
applicant must be at least 18 years old or have the
authorization of a parent or guardian.
The applicant must have a high school diploma, equivalent or be
able to demonstrate that he/she is capable of learning by
successfully complete and pass our "Basic Skills Test".
The Registration Fee for each program must be submitted with the
Application Form and is Non Refundable!
The applicant will be considered enrolled when a fully completed
enrollment agreement and registration fee has been received and
approved by the "American School of Jewelry".
If the specific course requested by the applicant has been
filled, the enrollment agreement together with the registration
fee will be returned with indication of the next available class
opening.
An Admission will be denied, should the applicant not comply
with the herein described requirements for admission.
CATALOG
A new school catalog is available in January of each new
year.
The Following Rules Apply to Veterans Only
CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS EDUCATION - VETERANS ONLY
Credit for previous education and training will be evaluated and
granted to all students if appropriate, with training time
shortened and tuition reduced proportionately.
LEAVE OF ABSENCE - VETERANS ONLY
With compliance to Veteran Regulations leave of absence for
Veteran students can only be granted by the VA and not by the
school.
VETERANS ATTENDANCE POLICY
Excused absences will be granted for extenuating circumstances
only. Excused absences will be substantiated by entries in
student's files.
Early departures, class cuts, tardies, etc., for any portion of
an hour will be counted as a full hour of absence.
Students exceeding three (3) days unexcused absences in a
calendar month WILL BE TERMINATED for unsatisfactory attendance.
VETERANS REFUND POLICY
The refund of the unused portion of tuition, fees, and other
charges for Veterans or eligible persons who fail to enter a
course or withdraw or discontinue prior to completion will be
made for all amounts paid which exceed the approximate pro rata
portion of the total charges that the length of the completed
portion of the course bears to the total length of the course.
The proration will be determined on the ratio of the number of
days or hours of instruction completed by the student to the
total number of instructional days or hours in the course.
