Admissions Procedures

NIT courses are available to any student that meets our eligibility requirements. Potential students will be asked to complete an application. When the application is signed and returned to the Administration Office, the staff will discuss tuition and fees and potential funding sources that may be available.

For NIT driving courses which are 80 hours or more, students must obtain a (DOT) Department of Transportation physical, drug test, and a copy of their driving record from the (DMV) Department of Motor Vehicles.

NIT expects payment 14 days prior to the start of the 80+ hour driving and construction equipment courses, unless other arrangements have been made. There are no provisions for partial payment of fees. All other courses must be paid, in full, prior to the start of the course.

If a student requests a refund after tuition and fees have been paid, the refund policy will apply.

A $30 nonrefundable fee will be charged for all checks returned for non-sufficient funds. Before attending class, this fee and the amount of the check must be paid to NIT by money order, cashiers check or in cash.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Northern Industrial Training provides equal education and employment opportunities for all regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam era or disabled Veteran.

ADMISSIONS/ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

NIT Courses are available to all that meet the eligibility requirements.

NIT student requirements for the truck driving courses 80 hours or more are as follows:

1. 19 years of age by graduation date
2. High School Diploma or GED certificate is desirable
3. Alaska Drivers License (valid license for at least one year)
4. Clean Driving Record.

Any one of the following lists of violations on a driving record will prevent a prospective applicant from enrolling in a driving program:

1. Two traffic citations, 15 mph over the posted speed limit in a two-year period.
2. One traffic citation, 15 mph over the posted speed limit with a suspension or revocation in a two-year period.
3. A suspension and a revocation within a two-year period.
4. A total of 10 points on your driving record in the last two years.
5. Any driving under-the-influence conviction within the last two years.
6. A total of three moving violations in the last two years.

5. Department of Transportation physical prior to class
6. Drug Test within 10 days prior to class
7. Finances - Full payment 14 days prior to class
8. Schedule that will not interfere with class attendance/participation

See the prerequisites designated after the course descriptions for specific hazardous materials training requirements.

CLASS ADD/DROP POLICY

Students are allowed to add or drop classes prior to the start of class for a full refund. If students choose to do so, they may apply their tuition toward an alternate class. If withdrawals are made after the start of class, then the tuition refund policy must be observed. A $25 non-refundable enrollment fee may be deducted from refunds.

CHANGES AND/OR CANCELLATIONS

NIT reserves the right to change or cancel courses and to change the policies and procedures regarding the academic regulations affecting the student body, at any time with appropriate notice to the students.

DISCIPLINE - PHILOSOPHY AND PURPOSE

Student Conduct

Good conduct is expected of all students enrolled and attending class at NIT. Misconduct reflecting negatively upon the reputation and welfare of the school or its students will result in immediate dismissal.

Disciplinary Action

Disciplinary action including probation, suspension, or termination from one of NIT's training courses will occur under the following circumstances:

1. Open defiance of an instructor's authority, or use of profane or obscene language or gestures.
2. Refusal to follow instructions of an instructor.
3. Insubordination to persons in authority.
4. Theft or deliberate destruction of supplies and equipment.
5. Fighting or instigating arguments with peers or instructors.
6. Possession of any weapons while on NIT property.
7. Possession, use, or being under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any controlled substance while on NIT property.
8. Excessive tardiness or absences.
9. Operating equipment in a manner that threatens life or property.
10. Willful or unnecessary abuse of school equipment.

STUDENT CLASS REQUIREMENTS/CONDUCT

1. Classes start promptly at 8 a.m. and will finish at 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise specified. Lunchtime and breaks will be discussed and arranged by the instructors. All breaks are regulated. Behind the wheel time will consist of four or six hour shifts. Driving time hours will be determined during class.
2. Reasons for termination from program:

1. Violating Drug & Alcohol Policy
2. Violating Training Rules
3. Violating the Tardiness & Absence Policy

3. The relationship between instructors and students shall follow those guidelines set by the Department of Education in reference to student and teacher.
4. Smoking (to include chewing tobacco) is NOT allowed in the building or equipment. Food will be allowed in break areas only. Beverages will be allowed in the classroom. No food or drink is allowed in any NIT equipment.
5. Students will not be removed from class or equipment for personal calls. Messages will be taken at the reception area. Emergencies will be the exception. Instructors will have cell phones on remote sites to receive calls and or messages (for students) from the main facility.
6. All maintenance requests must be made via the report form and approved by the instructor.
7. The classroom shall be kept clean at all times.
8. Private consultations between instructors and students are done in confidentiality and a form will be provided if counseling is requested or is required.
9. The equipment/trucks are to be kept clean by each student at the end of shift. Refusal to clean trucks will result in termination.
10. Suitable clothing for class is required (i.e. work gloves, boots, clothing, winter clothing, rain gear)

TARDINESS AND ABSENCES POLICY

Regular attendance is crucial to successful completion and personal development. Due to the intensity of the training, and the personal development taught in our school, all students must maintain regular class attendance. A full-time attendance policy pertains to the hazardous materials courses.

NIT, as well as the transportation industry as a whole, operates on a precise timetable. Unexcused, consistent tardiness or absences will result in dismissal.

Our policy pertaining to tardiness and absences is as follows:

2 week/90 hour or less Training Programs:

1. Third day of absence will result in termination from courses two weeks or 90 hours in length.
2. The third tardy either at the beginning of each day or returning from lunch or both will result in termination from NIT courses two weeks or 90 hours in length. It is not fair to disrupt the class for fellow students and will not be tolerated.

4 week/ over 160 hour Training Programs

1. Fourth day of absence will result in termination from courses four weeks or longer.
2. Fifth tardy, either at the beginning of each day or returning from lunch or both will result in termination from NIT courses. It is not fair to disrupt the class for fellow students and will not be tolerated.

Communication regarding attendance is an important element in fulfilling the requirements for successful completion of all courses. All absences are unexcused unless prior arrangements were made with the NIT training staff. Excused absences for range/street days are made up, if necessary, by adding driving time on a daily basis for the remainder of the course.

Students who have an illness during class, which prevents his/her attendance, may be subject to a refund in accordance with the enrollment contract. Additionally, the student may be rescheduled into another class, providing an opening exists. These two conditions will be considered only if the student can provide written documentation from an attending physician that justifies a continued absence. NIT reserves the right to further investigate any claims of illness. In the event the documentation is not received within three days of absence or the documentation does not satisfy NIT's administration, the student will be expelled.

STUDENT COMPLAINTS/GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES

Complaints by students may be addressed initially with the instructor. If a student feels his/her concerns have not been addressed or met in this way, he/she is encouraged to make an appointment with the program manager. Further appeal may be referred to the CEO. Final appeals may be made to the Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY

Northern Industrial Training follows the guidelines set by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). This drug policy applies to every employee, instructor and student, who operates a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in interstate or intrastate commerce, and is subject to the commercial driver's license (CDL) requirements of Part 383 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

There are five situations where testing can be done to determine the presence of alcohol and/or drugs. NIT reserves the right to implement any of these procedures to its students, in compliance with FHWA standards and regulations.

1. Pre-employment
2. Post-accident
3. Random
4. Reasonable suspicion
5. Return-to-duty and follow-up

While the Northern Industrial Training has strong prohibitions against the use and sale of intoxicating and/or illicit chemical substances, the staff is interested in helping students who have a problem in this area to receive treatment. Students are encouraged to consult with their instructor if they have a chemical dependency problem.