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School Policies

Notification of Admission
The final admission decision is determined one to three days after the application is received. A letter of announcement will immediately be sent to the prospective student.

Deferring Admission
Applicants who have been accepted may defer their start date for up to one year by submitting that request in writing prior to the first day of training of the semester in which they are admitted. This insures that the student will not have to re-apply or pay the application fees twice.

Non-Discrimination Policy
The Hawaii Wellness Institute welcomes diversity and believes that a humanistic education is one in which the full spectrum of human beings is encountered and appreciated. The Hawaii Wellness Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin.

Refund Policy on Application Fees
Application fees may be refunded if the application is withdrawn within 48 hours of its receipt at the Institute.

Canceling Enrollment
An applicant may cancel enrollment prior to entering classes by submitting written notice to the Institute. If cancellation occurs within three business days of enrollment, tuition shall be reimbursed in full.

Terminating Your Training
If training is terminated after the student enters classes, the effective date of withdrawal is the date the Hawaii Wellness Institute receives official written notification of the student's intention to withdraw. Tuition refunds will be received by the student within 10 days of the withdrawal date. The following percentages of tuition will be refunded: a) Within 48 hours of enrollment: 100% b) If a student withdraws prior to completion of 50% of the contracted instructional training, the student shall the contracted instructional training, the student shall be entitled to a pro-rata refund of the total tuition. c) If a student withdraws upon completion of 50% of the contracted instructional training, no refund shall be granted, but the student will be admitted to the second half of future trainings at no cost. Future trainings must be taken within one year's time. d) If the Institute terminates a program for any reason, students will be refunded in full. e) If a student is expelled from the course due to extended absences, nonparticipation, or irresponsibility, refunds will not be granted.

Tuition
Students are advised that all tuition amounts and fees are subject to change in the future. Payment plans are available but will be subject to administrative fees as explained below. Students should expect to be enrolled continually during their studies at the Hawaii Wellness Institute.

Prepayment
Tuition for the counselor training is $1,499. The business training is $899. The cost for both is $2,398 if paid in full and received by the Institute ten days prior to the first day of school. Students who did not receive the application packet ten days prior to the first day of school may take advantage of the prepayment plan even though they missed the deadline as long as the payment is received by the first day of school. If a student had the application packet but delayed submitting their application on time, they may take advantage of the prepayment plan but the cost will be $1,549/$949.

2-Payment Plan
Tuition is $150 more if paid in two installments. 50% of the tuition is due by the first day of training and 50% is due at the midpoint between the first day of school and graduation.

4-Payment Plan
Tuition is $200 more if paid in four installments. Payments shall be received by the Institute every two weeks beginning 10 days prior to the first day of school unless prior arrangements are made.  

Methods of Payment
Acceptable forms of payment are Visa, Mastercard, cash, check, or money order.

Penalties
A $50 late fee is charged for payments received after the deadline. Students with unfulfilled tuition obligations two weeks prior to graduation day are subject to dismissal from the program unless a prior payment contract has been arranged with the school and signed by the student. Students who are dismissed from the program for nonpayment are not eligible for refunds but may finish the training the following semester and will receive their certification upon completion of the courses.

Financial Assistance--Loans
Students who have received an acceptance letter from the Hawaii Wellness Institute are eligible to apply for a low interest personal loan with the Hawaii USA Federal Credit Union. Applications may be obtained at the branch offices of the credit union or at the Hawaii Wellness Institute. Students needing financial aid are encouraged to apply in time to make the prepayment to keep costs at a minimum.

Financial Assistance--Work Study Scholarship
The Hawaii Wellness Institute offers limited tuition assistance to one student per semester. The student will cover $1,850 of the cost of the training and work as an assistant to Dr. Massad, four hours a week during each of the eight weeks of the training. Interested students should apply in person or by telephone. Selection is based on financial need and the student's administrative skills. If the work study requirements are not met, the student will be responsible to pay the full tuition within two weeks of graduation or be subject to dismissal. Students who are dismissed from the program for nonpayment are not eligible for refunds but may finish the training the following semester and receive their certification upon completion of the courses.

Professionalism, Ethics, and Confidentiality

A large part of your education at the HWI includes developing the attitudes and perspectives which will encourage you toward professionalism, honesty, and legal business practices. Therefore, the use of illicit drugs and alcohol on the school premises is not acceptable. And because cigarettes are not conducive to a holistic wellness environment, smoking is banned from the premises, as well. A therapeutic atmosphere is essential to a healing environment. While trust and acceptance shall be cultivated in the training, sarcasm, cynicism and sexual innuendo will not be tolerated. Confidentiality is a trust agreement that exists for the protection of all parties involved. Confidentiality, an ethical concern for wellness counseling, assures that all information regarding fellow students, clients, and faculty remains within the confines of the Hawaii Wellness Institute. It is not appropriate or acceptable to discuss situations shared in class with others with whom you have relationships outside of the training. Such restraint will be essential in your private practice so we ask that you keep any personal information gathered in the training strictly confidential. Any abuse of these professionalism, ethics, or confidentiality guidelines will result in two warnings before expulsion.

Firm, Fair, Consistent and Positive Discipline
The Hawaii Wellness Institute prides itself on maintaining a unity of purpose, empowerment, and a pervasive environment that is nurturing and caring for each and every student. High expectations are placed on every candidate. The choice to be a wellness counselor requires a willingness to engage in personal reflection and a commitment toward developing mutual respect for and responsibility toward all people, regardless of differing values. Because students are learning to mentor others, school discipline includes firmness and consistency as well as the usual much worked at fairness and positivity that graduates will eventually model to their own clients. To be an effective wellness counselor requires dedication and a commitment to working together in an atmosphere of mutual respect and participation. Potential counselors are required to approach their own education with passion, dedication and enthusiasm. If a student does not consistently exhibit the qualities required to become a leader and an entrepreneur, the Institute would do them and their future clients a great disservice in certifying them. We believe that cultivating excellence during the training will insure excellence in one's personal and professional life long after the training is over.

Missed Classes
Because of the compact nature of the course and the techniques that are learned by "doing," absenteeism is highly discouraged. 100% attendance is required for graduation. However, if a class must be missed due to illness or other extenuating circumstances, the student is required to give prior notice of the absence (by phone) so the course can be taped for you. There will be a $15 charge for missed Track II business courses or half days of Track I counselor courses. A $30 fee will be charged for missed Sundays. It is the responsibility of the student to obtain the tapes and to catch up on the work.

Homework
Weekly assignments may include reading, goal setting, self-reflective writing, marketing research, completion of handouts, and preparation for quizzes. Students are required to hand in homework assignments on time.

Late assignments will not be accepted.

Quiz and Test Format
Quizzes consist of 10 questions (matching, fillins, or multiple choice). Bonus questions are often offered.

Passing Scores
A 70% average on weekly quizzes and 75% or above on the final exam will be required for certification. Missed quizzes will not be given late. Failed or missed tests may result in an oral exam the following week to insure the student has not fallen behind.

Requirements for Graduation & Certification:

a) Attendance & class participation b) Professionalism c) 70% average on weekly quizzes d) 75% or above on final exam e) Tuition paid in full

How to Apply?

To apply for The Wellness Counselor Career Training and Certification Program online, complete and submit the convenient Application Form. To pay by check, print out the form, hand print your information, and send with payment to:

You Are Invited to Learn to Counsel Yourself and Others Workshop


If you are interested in knowing more about The Wellness Counselor Career Training and Certification Program, you are invited to attend our three hour seminar.

The seminars provide potential students an opportunity to come and meet Dr. Massad, to experience an actual demonstration of wellness counseling with a volunteer, to determine whether the Hawaii Wellness Institute fits with your own personal or career goals, to ask questions, and to learn more about financial aid opportunities.

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