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Student Services at the Shiatsu School of Canada

(For details see SSC Student Handbook available at the School)

Alumni Guild
The SSC provides graduates with the opportunity to participate in continuing education seminars at a reduced rate.  Graduates are eligible to enroll in the Acupuncture Diploma program.   Library privileges are available to graduates free of charge.  Alumni are eligible for a number of "perks".

Child Care Availability
While the SSC does not provide child care, we can refer prospective students to agencies such as Community Information Toronto (416) 392-0505.  These community agencies have considerable expertise in assisting parents locate child care services.

Community Outreach
The SSC organizes outreach events to showcase our graduates' skills and build their practices.  Demonstrations of shiatsu at public events, TV and radio appearances, magazine and newspaper articles are excellent ways to promote our graduates.

Errors and Omissions Liability Insurance
All students are covered for errors and omission liability insurance under conditions outlined in the Student Handbook.

Discounted Rates ON Treatments AND SEMINARS
Students are entitled to a discounted rate for treatments in the Student Clinic as well as seminars.

Housing Assistance
While the SSC is not responsible for locating student housing, referrals to agencies that do provide this service are available from SSC staff.

Library
The Shiatsu School of Canada has an extensive library of key texts, magazines and articles on shiatsu, Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, anatomy, physiology, pathology, nutrition and other subjects relating to health and well-being.

Lockers
Lockers are available for students to store their uniforms, books, etc.

Lost and Found
The SSC maintains a lost and found.

Orientation
The SSC has an orientation session to assist new students to adjust to the demands of school life.

Parking
The SSC maintains no parking facilities, but parking is available in both public and private lots nearby.

JOB REFERRAL PROGRAM
The SSC helps prepare students for all stages of the job search.  The SSC can advise on preparing resumes, interview skills, networking and other matters.  The SSC also maintains a listing of employment opportunities.  
 
Recreation
The Shiatsu School of Canada community works and plays together.  Numerous organizations and nearby facilities support a wide range of interests and activities such as yoga, tai chi, karate, working out in gymnasiums, or cycling one of the city's many bike routes.

Student Representatives
Each class votes two students to represent the class.  The main purpose of this is to allow students to exercise their voice in a matter pertaining to any aspect of life at the SSC, policies and procedures, ethics, professionalism and behaviour.  The Student Representatives act as liaisons between the student body and the SSC administration and faculties.  We encourage and support communication among students, faculty, and administration.  Regular meetings are held each term as well as when particular issues arise.  The student representative remains neutral and objective when dealing with student concerns.  They also help to organize school events and end of term/year parties.

Referral Services
The SSC provides a referral service to our graduates.  In addition, the SSC receives many calls from around the country from individuals seeking referrals to a shiatsu therapist.  Our graduate registry, in electronic form on the Internet, allows easy and quick referrals.  Our graduate database is continually updated.

Student Lounge/Tearooms
Near each classroom a student lounge/tearoom is available for students to have lunch and other refreshments.  A sink, refrigerator, microwave oven and other conveniences are available for those who wish to bring their lunch or enjoy a quiet cup of tea or coffee.  

Policies and Procedures
(This is a summary only. For details, see the SSC Student Manual available at the SSC)

Address Or Name Change
A student's details of address and phone numbers are entered into the SSC database, and remain confidential.  Any change of address must be given to the Administrative Office.

Appeals
An Appeals Committee will be prepared to hear student appeals.  Appeals must be made in writing giving full details about the matter.

Causes For Dismissal
A student may be dismissed from the SSC for behaviour disruptive to the educational mission of the SSC, or for acts that violate professional ethics in client care, such as:

1.  Providing false information on the application form or forgery of documents, records or identifications;

2.  Failing to fulfill financial obligations toward the school; including tuition, seminar fees, supplemental fees, library fines, etc.;

3.  Academic failure due to unsatisfactory attendance or poor course work;

4.  Cheating or plagiarism including:
     - using someone else's words or thoughts as your own as in, for example, directly quoting from a text or paper without identifying the source , or submitting work prepared by someone else as your own;
     - copying another person's answer to an examination question during an examination;
     - consulting an unauthorized source such as books or notes without authorization during an examination;
     - giving or receiving help from another student during an examination, including tests, quizzes and other forms of work;
     - obtaining a copy of an examination or test before it is officially available;
     - distributing a copy or copies of SSC tests or exams without authorization;
     - changing the record of any grade;
     -  misrepresenting facts in order to obtain exemptions or deferrals from course requirements including examinations, essays, projects and other assignments;

5.  Misconduct - displaying behaviour which is detrimental to school staff, instructors, students, the reputation of the school or which hinders the progress of any class;

6.  Sale, possession or use of illegal drugs or alcohol in the school and/or while involved in school activities;

7.  Soliciting clients for your own personal practice while in Student Clinic or while attending any school function;

8.   For calling or implying that you are a professional therapist;

9.  For violent or abusive behaviour against any member of the SSC campus community.

10.  Theft, vandalism, or non-accidental damage of SSC property;

11.  Engaging in lewd, indecent, or obscene behaviour on SSC property;

12.   For discrimination or harassment in any form on the basis of race, colour, place of origin, ethnic origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, marital status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, record of offences, or being in receipt of public assistance.

The Shiatsu School of Canada reserves the right to refuse future admission to its programs, courses, and/or services to anyone who has been expelled for any of the reasons listed above.  

Confidentiality
All school records are confidential. A student must request in writing the release of any information, including transcripts.

Probation
The SSC's Probation Program is intended to help students who are having difficulty in successfully completing the diploma program.

WITHDRAWAL Policy
Tuition refunds are made in accordance with Regulation 801, Section 20 and 21 under the Private Career Colleges Act.

Smoke-Free Environment
Smoking is prohibited in the SSC building.  Smoking in entrance areas such as near the front door or on the steps of the School is also not allowed.

Supplemental Examination
If a student has failed a course or section of a course, they may be eligible to do a supplemental examination to give them the opportunity to pass and a supplemental charge will apply.  

Transcripts 
A transcript is a complete, official record of all academic activity undertaken in the Shiatsu Therapy Diploma program at the Shiatsu School of Canada.  Your transcript shows all courses taken (course and title) and your final grade.