recorded, aid for marking exams, private room for taking exams), materials in alternate media and guidance on securing textbooks on tape.
Students needing supportive services are encouraged to submit a Disability Services Request Form with the requested documentation as early as possible in the application process and no later than 45 days prior to the start of the quarter, so consideration for appropriate accommodations can be arranged. Should a student need supportive services beyond the scope of those provided by AIAM, the student might incur a personal cost for the provision of these services.
For further information or to arrange for support services contact the Admissions Office or the Academic Dean at 614.825.6255.
Lodging
Lodging is available at many nearby hotels and motels. Direct your inquiries to the Admissions Office—where a current housing notebook is kept—to learn about local, recommended accommodations.
Alternative Medicine Services
Current AIAM students may schedule acupuncture and massage treatment in the student and professional clinic. Students receive a 20 percent discount on all scheduled appointments. A 20 percent discount applies to all scheduled acupuncture visits with professional clinic staff.
Transcripts/Diplomas
Upon graduation, students receive a complementary official copy of their transcript. Students may request a transcript at any time. A copy of transcripts or diplomas will be provided to students and graduates for a $10 charge upon written request and five (5) working days notice to the Registrar. Students owing money to AIAM may receive an unofficial transcript. Voter Registration Forms
AIAM provides Voter Registration Forms —available in the west wing Information Center. The Administrative Assistant can provide additional forms when needed during normal work hours Monday through Friday.
Visit www.sos.state.oh.us/SOS/elections.aspx for voter registration information for the state of Ohio. Compliance with the Federal Departments of Defense,
Veterans Affairs & Education’s Principles of Excellence If you are eligible for Federal Military and Veterans Educational Benefits:
• You will receive a personalized and standardized form outlining total cost of your
educational program as set forth by the US Secretary of Education.
• You will be informed of potential eligibility for Federal Financial Aid funding.
• You will be treated professionally and in compliance with Department of Education regulations.
• You will be allowed to be readmitted to a program if temporarily unable to attend class or suspend your studies due
to service requirements (see Student Handbook: Readmission, Leave of Absence) and short absences due to service obligations will be accommodated if satisfactory academic progress is being made before the absence.
• You will be provided by your School Certifying Official and your school catalog with an educational plan detailing
how to fulfill all the requirements necessary to graduate and the expected timeline of completion.
• You will have a designated point of contact for academic and financial advising for assistance in the completion of your
studies. This designated point of contact is your School Certifying Official in the Financial Aid/Veterans Affairs Office.
• AIAM’s refund policy aligns with Federal Student Aid rules.
Acceptance
Full acceptance into the American Institute of Alternative Medicine is granted to applicants who show a strong potential for success in their selected course of study. This is determined after a thorough review of the interview comments, completed application and its associated documents by the Admissions Team. AIAM will only admit a student to the program to which the student may best benefit and at times this decision may differ from the request made by the student.
The Director of Admissions may recommend against acceptance for students who currently do not show academic capabilities or motivation to perform at a level, which would result in success in the program.
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* Admissions is available during normal work hours to provide hard copies of any of the information contained herein.
Class Registration
Program selection options are on the Institute’s Application Form. Due to the unknown number of applications for each class, we ask your understanding and cooperation in our class scheduling procedures. Enrollment will be filled to best accommodate all students. Additional classes may be added if demand dictates the need and classes and cohorts may be cancelled if enrollment is not sufficient. You will be notified in writing of your class assignment upon acceptance into the program. However, a student’s seat in each quarter’s class will not be reserved until his/her enrollment contract has been received. An official registration for each in-coming student will be generated only after receipt of a signed enrollment contract.
Course Seat Reservation
Once the admissions process is completed, the applicant will need to submit enrollment paperwork to secure their seat in their preferred class.
Student Conduct
Positive ethical behavior is expected of all students while enrolled in any program. Nursing Programs have additional Student Conduct criteria noted in the supplemental Nursing Student Handbook. Violation of school policies may result
in written reprimand, suspension, probation or dismissal. Students must follow all school policies, which include:
1. Appropriate student appearance and personal hygiene: any item of clothing that contains profane messages is deemed inappropriate and the student will be asked to change that article of clothing.
2. Following the attendance policy.
3. Students may not engage in any sexual activity and/or any sexual innuendo or sexual harassment on school premises. Sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome advances, requests for sexual favor, or other verbal, visual, or physical actions of a sexual nature.
4. Working in a professional and responsible manner
5. Respecting personal and school property, students are expected to leave any space they use during the course of instruction neat and clean. Students will be introduced to various lubricants appropriate for Massage Therapy. However, to safeguard the carpets within the classrooms, students may not use massage oil in the building. 6. Academic honesty.
7. Honest representation of yourself as an unlicensed student practitioner and of the therapeutic value of Acupuncture, Chinese or Swedish massage and neuromuscular therapy.
8. No cell phone use in class. Cell phones must be turned off or on vibrate while in class.
9. Students must keep mailing and email addresses current, as well as cell phone and home phone numbers, for communication with the school. The Registrar can assist in setting up an email account, if needed.
10. Students may not be under the influence or in possession of any illegal drugs or alcohol while on school property or at school sponsored activities.
Academic Integrity
Ensuring academic integrity is an educational objective taken very seriously at AIAM. Based on respect for individual academic achievement, each student and faculty member commits to being a part of a community of scholarship that prides itself on honesty and integrity. Students have a responsibility to maintain both the academic and professional integrity of the institute and to meet the highest standards of academic and professional conduct. Students are expected to do their own work on examinations, class preparation and assignments and to conduct themselves professionally when interacting with fellow
students, faculty and staff. Students must also make equitable contributions to both the quality and quantity of work performed on group projects.
Academic and/or professional misconduct is subject to disciplinary action, including being placed on probation, failing a graded course component, failing a course, or being dismissed. Student academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to, cheating on examinations, plagiarism, bribery, falsification of student records and improper attempts to influence instructors or School directors/administrators.
The following explanations may be helpful in interpreting what are considered to be violations of academic integrity specifically related to taking examinations, completing course assignments/projects, and writing research reports: