Entrance Requirements

Applicants must provide documentation of high school credential from a legitimate high school recognized by the state in which the diploma was issued or possession of a valid government-issued GED. Home-schooled students will submit proof of a legitimate credential based on the requirements of the State in which the home-schooling occurred.

It is the applicant's responsibility to provide their academic credentials to The American Institute of Nondestructive Testing. Students who are unable to provide paperwork documenting their high school credentials due to extraordinary circumstances may contact the School Director for further options. All high school credential documents will be examined for both the authenticity of the documents and the legitimacy of the issuing institution. The American Institute of Nondestructive Testing reserves the right to request to view original documents and/or to request confirming documentation directly from the issuing institution/entity.

Transfer Credits and Previous Work Experience

The American Institute of Nondestructive Testing does not accept credit transfers. Although, previous work experience may be beneficial, AINDT does not accept previous work experience as a replacement for any classes in this course.

Clock Hour Definition

The American Institute of Nondestructive Testing uses a conversion ratio of 32 clock hours to each semester credit hour.

Grading System

100%-93% = 4.0 A PASS

92%-85% = 3.0 B PASS

84%-78% = 2.0 C PASS

77%-70% = 1.0 D PASS

69% & Below F FAIL

A student who fails any FINAL examination in any learning module will have an opportunity to re-take the exam once within the following five (5) scheduled class days. Under no circumstance will a student be allowed more than one attempt at a re-take in any module. Any passing score on a re-take exam will be recorded as a final grade of 70%.

Attendance

Instructors will assess attendance of the online portion of the training program by the progress of the student that is recorded in the LMS (Learning Management System). If a student is falling behind the scheduled lesson plan, the instructor will contact the student to discuss any difficulties he/she is having and offer guidance and/or tutoring depending on the situation. All online coursework must be completed before attending the hands-on portion of your training.

Progress reports

Progress reports for the online portion of this program are available real time in the LMS (Learning Management System under the “My Scores” tab. There you will find your progress in each course, current average score, and current comprehensive average score in percentages.

Progress reports during the hands-on portion of this training will be available from your instructor daily.

Tutoring

Tutoring is available to all students of the American Institute of Nondestructive Testing. A verbal request or request by email to mailto:instructor@trainingndt.com is required and will be scheduled as necessary.

Conduct and Dismissal

Students must behave in a professional manner and comply with all rules and regulations while attending the American Institute of Nondestructive Testing.

Students may be dismissed for failure to maintain academic progress or for violation of AINDT policies, safety procedures, interfering with other students’ ability to learn, failure to meet arranged payment obligations, or violent or unlawful behavior.

Appeals

A student who wishes to re-enroll after a dismissal must submit a written request for re-admission to the director for consideration. Re- enrollment decisions are based on individual circumstances, and potential for future academic success. Students re-enrolling will be subject to any change in program requirements and tuition that are in effect for the class in which they are re-entering.

Any dismissal may be appealed in writing to the instructor assigned to you within seven (7) school days. All appeals are then reviewed by the instructor and CEO. Appeal decisions are final.

Withdrawal

A student may withdraw (cancel and/or terminate his/her registration and/or enrollment) from the school for any reason. A withdrawal notice may be presented in writing, via phone call or email to the:

American Institute of Nondestructive Testing at 7938 College Rd Suite 100, Baxter, MN. 56425 at 218-270-3182 or instructor@trainingndt.com. The following information must be included: Student name, social security number, address to which a refund may be mailed, reason for withdrawal and date of request.

Title 38 United States Code Section 3679(e) Facility Compliance for Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation

Once the American Institute of Nondestructive Testing receives a valid VA authorization, such as a VAF 28-1905 for VR&E beneficiaries, the facility must permit the covered individual to attend or participate in the approved course(s) while awaiting payment from the VA for a period of 90 days from the date the facility submits a valid invoice for tuition/fees (T&F) to VA.

The American Institute of Nondestructive Testing will not impose any penalty, including the assessment of late fees; the denial of access to classes, libraries or other institutional facilities; or require any covered individual to borrow additional funds due to delayed T&F payments from the VA.