Expulsion Policy Overview:
A student who fails to maintain satisfactory progress, misses more than 10 hours of course instruction, is disruptive, obscene, under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or does not make timely tuition payments, is subject to immediate termination and refunds will apply as per the college Tuition Fee Refund Policy. Students are expected to arrive on time and be prepared for each practicum session. Students who demonstrate blatant disregard for these standards despite an oral and a written reminder may be subject to expulsion from the program. Refunds will apply as per the college Tuition Fee Refund Policy.
Epic College of Technology:
– is committed to the fruitful resolution of the complaints by students, college staff, guests, strategic partners and anyone associated with college business;
– while resolving complaints involving any parties within the scope of college services, Epic College of Technology places the student’s successful completion of the program as top priority;
– treats all students fairly and equitably;
– students who do not support the academic and ethical goals of the college for themselves and their fellow students may be subject to warnings up to and including expulsion.
Epic College of Technology constitutes the following student behavior as grounds for expulsion with cause:
1. Admissions – Provision of incorrect personal and academic information to gain admission in a program offered by the college.
2. Outstanding Fees – Failure to pay the due fees on time to the college as agreed per Vocational Program Enrolment Contract.
3. Conduct – Use of abusive language and bullying that has potential to result in physical harm to any person in college premises or college property, violation of college protocols, procedures, notices & warnings.
4. Misuse of College Property – Damage, misuse or stealing of college properties; using the property in a way that is prohibited by government laws.
5. Addiction – Under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
6. Harassment or Discrimination – Harassment or discrimination of any student, staff, client or visitor.
7. Endangerment of Staff or Students – Life threatening acts directed to themselves, college staff, other students, clients and visitors; carrying weapons on the college premises.
8. Attendance – Periodic or continuous absence of more than 20% without notifying college authorities;
Not showing up at all – in scheduled training and/or work practicum.
9. Academic Dishonesty – Direct or indirect intention of providing an unfair advantage or benefit to self or other students including – cheating, plagiarism, unapproved collaboration, alteration of records, bribery, lying, misrepresentations.
Expulsion Procedure:
Epic College of Technology will attempt to resolve a situation without expulsion. Verbal warning, written warnings and suspension may precede this final and most serious course of action. Epic College of Technology may apply expulsion at any time and, while before, during or after any legal proceedings.
The Director of Epic College of Technology is responsible for issuance of expulsions.
If legal proceedings are involved then:
a) The proceedings shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario in the country of Canada
b) In the event of dispute both parties shall irrevocably adhere to the jurisdiction of the courts of the Province of Ontario, in the City of Mississauga, Canada
Expulsion Notification:
Students who are subject to expulsion for any reason will be notified in writing, either hand delivered or by registered mail or by e-mail with return receipt. The notification will contain sufficient detail to allow the student to comprehend the conditions that has resulted in expulsion and the effective date.
Expulsion Appeal:
An expelled student, registered in a Vocational program, who disputes the facts of the expulsion decision must appeal to college authorities in writing within five (5) business days from the date of received expulsion notification.
Expulsion Outcome:
Students who file an appeal and are unsuccessful:
a) Are considered withdrawn from the college on or after the effective date of expulsion.
b) Will be refunded their paid fees as per the PCC Act 2005, Province of Ontario, Canada.
c) Will not be issued any college credentials or awards.
d) Will be financially responsible for the replacement costs of any college property not returned in good condition.
e) Will be responsible for legal and other costs with regards to personal injury of others or themselves as well as damages to college property
Further Appeal:
An expelled student, registered in a Vocational program, who disputes the facts of the expulsion decision, must appeal to college authorities in writing within five (5) business days from the date of received expulsion notification.
Superintendent of Private Career Colleges, Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development, Private Institution Branch, 77 Wellesley Street West, Box 977, Toronto, ON M7A 1N3