Regular attendance and punctuality are expected of all students. Students must notify the Institute if they are unable to attend class or will be late for any reason. Students are responsible for all material missed. Each student must attend a minimum of 90% of all scheduled class hours in order to graduate. Student is allowed to miss no more than sixty (60) classroom hours. If a student’s attendance record drops below 90% of the 600 scheduled classroom hours, he or she will be required to make up any additional hours absent at an additional charge of $15.00 per make-up hour. Any student who is absent for ten (10) consecutive days may be dismissed. A leave of absence may be granted to the student by the director for extenuating circumstances.
If a student is five (5) or more days late on tuition payment, the student will not be allowed to attend classes until payment and late fee are paid.
TARDINESS: Any tardy from one to fifteen minutes late counts as 1/4 hour absence. Arriving more than 15 minutes late counts as one classroom hour absence.
Students who choose to withdraw from the program must submit their notice of withdrawal in writing to the director of student services. Unless otherwise stated at the time of withdrawal, any student who withdraws from the program may re-apply for enrollment. If readmitted to the program at a later date, all tuition, fees, policies and procedures as stated in the catalog at the time of re-admission will apply. In the event a student chooses to withdraw from the program and fails to give notice of withdrawal in writing to the director within ten (10) days of ceasing to attend classes, they will automatically be considered dismissed from the program and will be ineligible to re-apply for enrollment (extenuating circumstances will, however, be taken into account). Students should refer to the Refund and Cancellation Policy in the student catalog as well as their student contract for information regarding refund/payment of tuition and supplies. Student must complete an exit interview with the director of student services.
Students may be dismissed from the massage program for:
Students may be dismissed from the program without prior notice. Students will receive a written notice indicating the reason(s) for dismissal. No student will be readmitted following dismissal. Dismissal procedures are included in the student’s contract.
The Massage Institute of Memphis is on a letter grading system. Students may retake a failed test at a fee of $20 per test after waiting a minimum of 24 hours from reviewing that test. Students must schedule an appointment to take the test with an instructor. Students must receive tutoring before taking a test for a third time. There is a $30 tutoring fee. Students are permitted to take each test a maximum of three times. Progress reports are given to students at approximately 20% and 70% completion of the program. Students must maintain satisfactory academic progress with a minimum grade of “C” (75%) in every course. Applicants for Mississippi licensure must have a “C” or better in every course (no lower than 75%). Grading scale is as follows: A = 100-93; B = 92-85; C = 84-75; D = 74-70; F = 69 or less.
If there is a grievance pertaining to The Massage Institute of Memphis, please contact:
Student Services Coordinator at 3251 Poplar Ave., Suite 25, Memphis, TN 38111, (901) 324-4411
If a complaint cannot be settled at The Massage Institute of Memphis, the student may contact the Tennessee Higher Education Commission, Nashville, TN 37243-0830, telephone: (615) 741-5293. Complaints must be submitted in writing.
Dressing for success as a massage therapist requires comfortable, casual clothes that allow the therapist to move freely yet give a neat, clean and professional look. Acceptable attire includes: short sleeves (not sleeveless), nothing bulky that could brush against the massage recipient; flat shoes, no flip-flops. Students may not wear jewelry, perfume or fragrances. Nails must be short and clean. New tattoos or body piercings are not allowed during the school term. Caution should be taken to avoid sunburn or injury. Students are required to wear a Massage Institute tee-shirt to all labs, clinics and outreach events.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Students and graduates are encouraged to look at our job opportunity listings. All students and graduates in good standing are encouraged to apply for posted job openings. The Massage Institute of Memphis does not guarantee job placement.