Admissions Counselor 101
When? April 27 - May 23, 2009 and July 20 - August 1, 2009
Created by seasoned AACRAO practitioners, Admissions Counselor 101 is a convenient online course that complements campus-based training for new admissions counselors and recruiters by helping them develop the knowledge and skills they'll need to recruit and enroll the best students for your institution. The curriculum covers the big picture of being an admissions professional, how to make powerful presentations, the art of recruitment and marketing, ethical considerations of the profession, and making road trips count.
What will counselors and recruiters learn?
- How to “sell” your institution in 30 seconds flat.
- Tips for success at college fairs
- Home Visit Do's and Don'ts
- How to interact effectively with high school Guidance Counselors
- Answers to specific questions counselors/recruiters bring to the course
Comments from recent participants:
- "I am extremely pleased with the amount of information I received by taking this class. The instructors were very insightful and I gained some great ideas from the other students!"
- "The articles and resources were so valuable! I will definitely use these as my career advances."
- "This has been a great class, and I'm very glad I signed up for this course!"
For answers to Frequently Asked Questions about this program and about learning online, click here.
Seasoned AACRAO practitioners serve as facilitators of the various modules.
Method of delivery:
The course is conducted entirely online over the Internet using a standard browser. No specialized hardware or software is required to participate, and all learning materials are furnished online. The moderator provides a short initial tutorial on how to operate in the online classroom.
Time commitment:
To benefit as intended from the course, participants are asked to set aside approximately 8-10 hours per week for reading, reflecting and interacting during each of the four weeks the course is in session. Class members can log on and participate whenever and from wherever it is convenient for them to do so.
Enrollment is limited, so register now to secure your place.
Registration Opening Soon
A valid credit card is required for completion of the online registration form. Contact Erika Watts at 202-293-9161 ext. 6500 or wattse@aacrao.org for assistance in registering.