Student Conduct and Dismissal Policy

Cooperation with and sensitivity to others is both valued and expected at the Academy. Students are expected to behave in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Honesty, integrity, and sound moral judgment are necessary components for work as either a Massage Therapist or Reflexologist. A student may be placed on probation, suspended, or dismissed for conduct which includes the following:

1. Poor academic performance/academic failure (overall grade average under 73%).
2. Inappropriate or disorderly conduct or insubordination.
3. Displaying any behavior which causes public embarrassment to the school or the profession of massage therapy, such as, but not limited to, being involved with sexual activity or advances at LSB or in any massage setting.
4. Health concerns which preclude the successful practice of massage or place the client or student at risk. Any highly infectious illness.
5. Failure to meet financial obligations to the school.
6. Academic cheating or dishonesty.
7. Falsification of any information required during the admissions process.
8. Theft, vandalism, or destruction of school property.
9. Drug or alcohol use, abuse, possession, or distribution on school property.
10. Attendance/Cutting/Tardiness policy violations.
11. Violation of any of the terms of the Enrollment Agreement.
12. Possession, use, or threat of use of a weapon or firearm on school property.
13. Sexual advances or activity in a massage therapy setting regardless of location.
14. Violation of school draping/nudity policy or violation of appropriate touch, as taught in class.
15. Violation of school safety regulations.
16. Failure to maintain appropriate hygiene.
17. Any behavior which is deemed by the Executive Director to be inconsistent with the standards of the school and the profession of Massage Therapy or Reflexology.

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