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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 2
Berkana Philosophy & Approach 2
Mission Statement 3 Jill Kristin Berkana LMT BCTMB 4 The The Berkana Institute of Massage Therapy
Advisory Board 5 The The Berkana Institute of Massage Therapy
Core faculty and Administration 8 The The Berkana Institute of Massage Therapy
Campuses 12
Our Facilities 13
Campuses Protection Organization
and Maintenance Policy 13
Governing Boards 13
NCBTMB Code of Ethics 14 An Education at at Berkana Instittute 16 Educational Programs 16 Educational Objectives 17
The Comprehensive Hybrid Curriculum 18 Accelerated Hybrid Approach Part-Time Night Program The Online Classroom 20 Electives (To Be Announced) 21 Required Instructor Massages 22 Berkana Institute Entrance Requirements 26 Enrollment Procedures 27 Program Calendar 28 Class Schedules 28 Financing and Payment Plans 29 Required Texts and Materials 29 Berkana Institute of Massage Therapy
Guidelines Rules and Policies 30 Attendance Requirements and Policy 30 Standards of Ethics and and Conduct Policy 32 Dismissal and Disciplinary Action 33 Discipline Explanation and Procedures 33 Dress and Hygiene Code Policy 35
Classroom Etiquette/Professionalism Guidelines 36 Confidentiality 36 Right of Refusal 36 Progress Policy 37 Grading System 37 Incomplete Course(s) 37 Academic Probation 37 Restoration Plans 38 Academic Expulsion 38 Re-admittance after Academic Expulsion 38 Additional Clock Hours 38 Elective Classes 38 Final Exams 39 Placement Assistance 39 Postponement of Start Date 39 1 Transfer Credit Policy 40 Student Complaints 40 Student Grievance Procedure 41 Problem Solving and Support 41 Proactive Problem Solving 41 Mediation 41 Promoting Negativity 42 Counseling 42 Refund Policy 42 Program Cancellation 43 Drug and Alcohol Policy 43 Equipment Care and Usage Rules 44 Equipment Checkout 44 Equipment Care 44 The Student Linen Program 44 Non-Smoking Policy 44 Non-Fraternization 45 Fire Safety Policy 45 Massage Outside of Class 45 Notice Regarding Apprenticeship Councils: 45 Administrative Fees 45 THE THE BERKANA INSTITUTE OF MASSAGE THERAPY