Per Scholas Enrollment Agreement (15-Week Course)


This course is a 15-week training that provides learners with the necessary technical and career development skills, as well as job attainment assistance, to launch a career in tech.  Every effort will be made to assist each graduate with an opportunity for employment in the tech sector. While job attainment assistance may be provided, it is understood that Per Scholas cannot promise or guarantee employment to any learner or graduate. Learners are required to commit for the full length of the course and if applicable sit for the appropriate certification exam(s) to be considered a Per Scholas graduate. All learners will receive a detailed syllabus for their specific training course that outlines learning objectives and provides a content based calendar. 


Technology Access

All learners participating in an In-Person Training course will have access to a Per Scholas laptop or desktop to be used during training hours. 


All learners participating in a Remote Training Course will be expected to log in from home during regular class hours via Zoom. Learners will be required to have a Zoom account; to create a free account log onto https://zoom.us/freesignup/. In order for learners to access all course materials, learners will need:

  • regular internet access
          - Speed of 20/mbps+

  • a desktop or laptop
          - PC running Windows 10
                - I5 Processor or greater 
                - 8GB of Ram or greater
                - 256Gb Hard drive or greater
          - Webcam with Microphone or Webcam+headset

MacBooks are not acceptable for this course.

The M1 chip is not compatible with many labs and content, so at this time Per Scholas can no longer support learners using Apple computers.


Technology Equipment Kits To provide an innovative, hands-on learning experience, Per Scholas will provide learners a tech kit based on their training track and delivery model, in person or remote. These kits are designed to enhance the learning experience and will be utilized in labs throughout the course. It is the learner's responsibility to come prepared to class each day with their tech kit and secure any and all tech kit equipment when not in use. All learners with tech kits will report loss or theft immediately to a Per Scholas team member. In the case of theft or loss, Per Scholas cannot replace the item; the learner will be required to secure backup equipment or will need to withdraw from a class for the duration of remote training.   Loaner Equipment  Learners who receive loaned equipment from Per Scholas understand that they must secure any and all loaned devices when not in use. All learners with equipment will report any damage, loss, or theft immediately to a Per Scholas team member. In the case of theft or loss, Per Scholas cannot replace the item; the learner will be required to secure backup equipment or will need to withdraw from a class for the duration of remote training. In the case of theft, learners must obtain a police report identifying the item or items stolen and immediately report the theft, with the associated police report, to Per Scholas. Loaner Equipment Return In the case a learner withdraws or is dismissed, the learner has 72 hours to return the equipment to Per Scholas via returning to the local site or mailing it to the office with the prepaid label provided to the learner. Learners who fail to return the equipment within the allotted time frame will be subject to restitution. 


  • Maintain integrity: All submitted assignments, quizzes, and tests must be the learner's own work. 
  • Maintain professional and appropriate behavior at all times. 
  • Proactively communicate any connectivity or technology issues with your instructor or campus staff immediately. 
  • Complete coursework on time, whether in class remotely or via independent study assignments.
  • Assignments must be submitted by 11:59 pm in Canvas on the date they are due. 
  • The instructor will monitor learner activity and presence throughout the day; stay engaged in class discussions, assignments, and projects. 
  • Adhere to the class hours set forth by your instructor for the duration of the training.

If in a Remote Learning Space: 

  • Learners must have a clean space, clear of clutter, and distractions in their home, before logging in.

  • Learners are expected to connect from a location with little or no background noise. 

  • Learners must log in with their current names, not an avatar or nickname. 

  • Learners must remain on camera during direct instruction labs, assessments and group work.

  • Learners must dress according to the Per Scholas dress code.

  • Learners should ensure that no items that could be considered offensive be visible in the background of the workplace.

  • Learners should log in using a headset or headphones with a mic.

  • Learners should keep themselves on mute during the class unless called upon by the instructor, to minimize background noise.

  • Learners are expected to limit extraneous computer activity (text/chat, etc) as they would in the classroom. 


Typical Class Schedule

  • Classes are held every day, Monday-Friday. 

  • Each day consists of an 8 hour day, which includes instruction, assigned breaks and tutoring.

  • There will be 4 days of technical instruction and 1 day dedicated to Career Development.

  • Additional support is available on an as-needed basis and will be detailed in the course syllabus (See mandatory tutoring policy).

  • Lunch breaks are generally scheduled for an hour. There is also a 15-minute break in the morning and in the afternoon. 

Per Scholas Guidelines and Policies

All learners are expected to adhere to the following guidelines and policies:

On-site COVID Policy  [In-Person]

The health and safety of our community is our highest priority. The below guidelines ensure we are taking the utmost precaution to provide our learners a safe environment. Failure to follow the guidelines will result in dismissal from the training. 

  • All in-person learners are required to be fully vaccinated with the one of the three FDA approved COVID vaccines. Individuals with an approved medical and/or religious accommodation will need to remain in compliance with the testing requirements.

  • Masks may be required at the discretion of campus leadership. 

  • Employees or Learners who test positive for COVID without symptoms, should immediately isolate themselves away from the campus for 5 days following their COVID-positive test results. Staff and learners must follow the guidelines to isolate/test, and must be symptom free for a minimum of 48 hours before returning to campus. Those who have tested positive for COVID will also need to upload their negative COVID test results into Kokomo before returning to Campus.

  • Any campus with a confirmed COVID positive case will be immediately closed and moved to remote working/learning for a minimum of 5 business days following notification. Staff and learners must follow the guidelines to isolate/test, and must be symptom free for a minimum of 48 hours before returning to campus. Those who have tested positive for COVID will also need to upload their negative COVID test results into Kokomo before returning to Campus.

Attendance Week One [In-Person and Remote]

Week One at Per Scholas provides us (the Per Scholas team and the Learners) the opportunity to assess if training is a good fit for both parties. Any absences during the first week of the course will result in immediate dismissal from the course. 

  • During the first week of training, it is imperative that learners are on time for training. In the event a learner is late during week one, the learner will be required to use one of their tardies and will receive coaching from a Per Scholas Career Coach.

  • During the first week of training, all enrollment documentation must be submitted to the Admissions team. Failure to submit these requirements will result in immediate dismissal from the course. 

Attendance Policy [In-Person and Remote]

  • Learners are expected to arrive in class at least 15 minutes before training each day.

  • Learners must email or call a site staff member if they are going to be late or absent.
    Anyone entering the classroom after the designated start time will be recorded as late. Individuals will also be recorded as late if they return from breaks and/or lunches after the return time designated by the instructor. Individuals missing more than three (3) hours in any given day will be recorded as absent. Any individual missing less than three (3) hours in a day will be recorded as late. Calling a site staff member to inform us that you will be late or absent does not excuse the late or absent. This is what the allotted tardies and absences are for. 

  • During the entire 15 week period, learners are allowed only four tardies and three absence. Beginning with the first week of the course through the end of the training, more than four (4) tardies and/or three (3) missed days (absences) will result in immediate dismissal from the training. 

  • Learner's time and attendance will be monitored by the Instructor and Career Coach. Once a learner has accumulated lates and absences, the learner will be issued a written warning via email that outlines your current attendance status. Additionally, once you’ve accumulated two or more tardies and one or more absences, you will be placed on probation for attendance and reminded that you are in jeopardy of being dismissed from training.

Attendance Policy Exceptions [In-Person and Remote]

While the attendance policy is designed to ensure learners have intentional access to instruction and hands on learning opportunities, there are two exceptions to the attendance policy. Learners will be provided bereavement and civic time off; these absences will not put the learner in jeopardy of dismissal and will not count against the allocated absences for the course.

  • Bereavement Leave: Learners are permitted bereavement leave for the death of an immediate family member. Learners will receive up to 3 days without attendance penalty. Members of immediate family members include: spouses, domestic partners, parents, brothers and sisters, children, children of domestic partners, grandchildren, grandparents, parents in law and parents of domestic partners. Learners must inform their instructor they will be absent and complete all missed work within 1 week of returning to the classroom. If a learner’s leave extends more than the allotted days, they may be asked to withdraw and have the opportunity to re-enroll in a future class. 
  • Civic Time Off: Learners will receive a ½ day to participate in any municipal, county, state or federal election, general primary or special primary without an attendance penalty. Learners must inform their instructor they will be absent, provide documentation and complete any missed work  by the close of the instructional week. In addition, if a learner is summoned for jury duty, they will receive time off to participate in the jury selection process without attendance penalty. Learners must inform their instructor of the summons, provide documentation and complete any missed work by the close of the instructional week. If a learner is selected for a jury, they will be asked to withdraw and have the opportunity to re-enroll in a future class.

On-site COVID Attendance Policy Exceptions [In-Person]

  • Positive for COVID and Asymptomatic: Learners who test positive for COVID and are asymptomatic will be required to log into the lecture via Zoom to participate in class. Learners must inform and provide documentation of their test results to the campus.  If the technology is not available within the designated lab, learners will be required to listen to the class recording and make up any missed work by the end of the training week. Failure to do so will result in an absence(s) equivalent to the number of in-person instructional days missed. Learners must have a negative test result prior to returning to campus. 
  • Positive for COVID and Symptomatic: Learners who test positive for COVID and are symptomatic will receive up to 5 days without attendance penalty. Learners must inform and provide documentation of their test results to the campus. Learners must have a negative test result prior to returning to campus. If a learner’s leave extends more than the allotted days without feeling well enough to log onto the live stream or watch the recordings, they may be asked to withdraw and have the opportunity to re-enroll in a future class.

General Rules

  • Theft of company property or property of any Per Scholas staff or fellow learners, including intellectual property, will result in immediate dismissal from the course. At no time will I use my computer or one provided to me for illegal, offensive, abusive, pornographic, or violent purposes nor to violate the privacy or copyright, patent, trademark or other intellectual property rights of others.

  • Learners certify that the information provided on their application is true. Any intentional falsification of information may result in immediate dismissal from the course.

  • Willful destruction of company property or property of Per Scholas staff or fellow learners will result in immediate dismissal from the course.

  • No alcohol or illegal drug consumption is allowed before or during class hours.  Learners who are visibly under the influence of drugs or alcohol may result in immediate dismissal from the course. Many employers have the right to test for drugs as part of their pre-employment screening process; learners should be aware that decisions regarding drug use during the course period may affect their future employability. No possession of alcohol or illegal drugs within the building is allowed.

  • Smoking and/or vaping is not allowed in any Per Scholas site, building, or remote learning environment. Smoking is allowed in designated places only with the appropriate disposal of smoking-related trash, i.e. cigarette butts, cigarette wrappers, etc. Anyone violating this policy may result in dismissal from the course.

  • Possession of any dangerous weapon while in the building or classroom setting will result in immediate dismissal from the course. Threatening, intimidating, or physically harming any staff, affiliate, or fellow learner will result in immediate dismissal from the course.

  • Be friendly and respectful to your instructor, fellow learners, and Per Scholas staff members. Learners are required to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Learners that are deemed disruptive, argumentative, or unprofessional may be removed from the training.

  • Profanity, discriminatory remarks, and general or sexual harassment in the workplace are inappropriate, unprofessional and not permitted.  This applies to the entire building, any areas surrounding the building, and at any corporate engagement events provided as part of the training at any corporate provided facilities, and on all digital communication channels used for Per Scholas purposes. Inappropriate comments and conversations are not allowed at any time.  Any discriminating or derogatory remarks or behavior against staff or another learner in reference to religion, culture, race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or other identity markers are grounds for immediate dismissal from the course. 

  • Willful violation of safety rules and/or safety procedures that place you, a fellow learner, and/or staff in danger will result in immediate dismissal from the course.

  • As part of Per Scholas’ security procedures, all learners’ bags and belongings are subject to random inspection without advanced notice.

  • Learners participating in onsite activities or learning are required to comply with building and office rules, including participation in fire drills, temperature screenings, and mask mandates.


When attending the class (including labs,  virtual sessions, Career Development, and jeans day), you are required to dress in appropriate business casual and/or business professional attire. Should you require assistance or resources for business attire, any Per Scholas staff member can provide you with the necessary information. 


In-Person Jeans Days: Your instructor may occasionally designate a “jeans day.” All the other clothing guidelines apply except that blue or black jeans may be worn. All jeans must be clean and in good condition (i.e. no rips, holes or stains, no large logos). Extra baggy jeans hanging off the waist with no belt are not allowed. Jeggings are not allowed.


If someone is dressed outside of the guidelines listed above, a staff member will provide a coaching session to support the learner in this area.


  • Any discriminating or derogatory remarks or behavior against another learner or staff in reference to religion, culture, disability, race, gender identity, sexual orientation or other identity markers are grounds for immediate dismissal from the course. 
  • All enrolled learners are required to create a professional email address. 
  • While in all Per Scholas spaces, in-person and remote, learners are expected to conduct themselves professionally and refrain from using profanity or any other language deemed inappropriate in the workplace.  
  • Cell phones are to be turned off and not in sight during class.  Calls are limited to breaks and lunch.
  • Per Scholas does not condone cheating in any form or the use of outside study materials. Learners enrolled in training will be provided approved study materials. Materials that are not CompTIA or Per Scholas approved may not be correct or legal.  Any newly found study materials should be submitted to the instructor for approval. Anyone found to be cheating or using or passing around unauthorized materials will be dismissed from training.
  • Supplementary materials such as a bookbinder, USB storage drive, pens, and notebooks are the responsibility of the learner. Any materials issued to the learner must be brought to class daily.
  • Inappropriate use of Per Scholas technology is prohibited. Under no circumstances should a learner surf any unrelated non-IT websites. Entering any unauthorized website may result in immediate dismissal from the course. Internet usage is monitored internally. 

Non-Fraternization Policy

To create an effective, safe learning environment, Per Scholas requires all learners and staff members to maintain a professional and ethical relationship at all times. Learners are prohibited, under any circumstances, to engage in any improper fraternization or personal, romantic relationships with other learners or staff members during training. Inappropriate behavior includes, but is not limited to: 

  • flirting

  • making suggestive comments

  • dating

  • requests for sexual activity

  • physical displays of affection

  • giving inappropriate personal gifts

  • engaging in sexual contact and/or sexual relations.

Any learner who believes that he/she has been subjected to inappropriate behavior as enumerated in this policy by a Per Scholas learner or staff member, or any third parties who have knowledge of or witness any possible occurrence of inappropriate fraternization, shall report the incident to the Site or Managing Director. If the incident involves the Site or Managing Director, the learner shall report to the Chief Impact Officer, or the designated individual in the interim role, if applicable. In all events, such reports shall be forwarded to the Director of Human Resources for further investigation; the anonymity of the complaints will be maintained during the investigation. Per Scholas shall promptly investigate all complaints of inappropriate fraternization and take prompt corrective action to stop such conduct if it occurs. Per Scholas prohibits any retaliatory behavior directed against complainants, victims, witnesses, and/or any other individuals who participate in the investigation of allegations of inappropriate fraternization. 


Academic Performance

Learners will be required to maintain a 70% exam average as indicated in the Course Outline, including career development curriculum.


Mandatory Tutoring Program Policy 

If a learner is struggling with their grades, prior to dismissal from the training course, mandatory tutoring sessions will be required in order to get the learner’s exam grade point average (GPA) at or above 70%. 

  • The same day a learner's exam GPA falls below 70%, the technical instructor will issue a probation letter requiring the learner to achieve an average score of at least 70% on their next 2 exams.  

  • As a condition of probation, the learner must participate in tutoring every day Monday-Friday, until the required exam GPA is obtained. Dates and times are set by the instructor and documented in the course syllabus.

  • Tutoring is mandatory. If a learner refuses to participate in mandatory tutoring, they will be dismissed from training. If a learner misses 2 sessions of mandatory tutoring without a valid reason, they will be dismissed from the training course. 

Consents & Acknowledgement


CONSENT TO NON-FRATERNIZATION POLICY

You hereby consent and agree to comply with Per Scholas' Non-Fraternization Policy, which requires that all training enrollees and staff members maintain professional and ethical relationships at all times. 


CONSENT TO RECORD COURSE

You understand that the Per Scholas training course you are participating in is being recorded by Per Scholas for 1) use by instructors and learners to refer to and review during the course of the training, and 2) for Per Scholas' own quality improvement purposes. These recordings will not be used or shared externally.

CONSENT TO RELEASE OF INFORMATION
You hereby consent and agree to Per Scholas releasing any and all necessary information (whether in the form of a resume or otherwise) to your employer or potential employers, in an effort to assist you with job placement, or to the government or private agencies in order to secure additional support services. 


CONSENT FOR RELEASE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

The undersigned hereby authorizes Per Scholas, Inc. (PS) to release my personal information to other organizations in order to do one or more of: (i) obtain employment for me, (ii) satisfy requirements for information from organizations which funded in part the cost of the education I have received, or am to receive, from PS, (iii) respond to requests for information from government agencies that regulate PS and/or (iv) enable PS to provide services to me which I have requested. This information may include but is not limited to, my income, name, age, date of birth, race, social security number, address, and other information that may otherwise be confidential. PS will request that the recipients of any such information which is identifiable keep such information confidential, but PS cannot guarantee that such recipients will do so. 


PS will never sell such information (if identifiable to the undersigned) to any other person or entity and will not use such identifiable information for marketing purposes. 


It is understood that the undersigned may (i) revoke this consent at any time, but any such revocation will only apply to disclosures occurring after such revocation and (ii) inform PS of any corrections needed to be made to such information, in which case PS will correct its records as requested. 


PS complies with all laws regulating the disclosure of personal information of others and will do its best to maintain the confidentiality of such information, subject to the above consent. 


CONSENT TO PHOTO AND VIDEO RELEASE

I hereby give permission for images captured during all training classes and field trips within and/or outside of Per Scholas to be used for promotional purposes. Images include any video, photo and digital images to be used solely for the purposes of Per Scholas and its partners or funders’ promotional material and publications. I also waive any right of compensation or ownership thereto.



I have read the enrollment agreement and agree to follow the guidelines and policies as a learner at Per Scholas. I understand that by signing this agreement, I agree to, and am responsible for adhering to the entire aforementioned course guidelines and policies.