Apply to a Program

Before you apply, visit our programs page to prepare yourself for the program requirements. The admission process provides the University with an opportunity to assess your prior academic and work information to look beyond the classroom.  Program enrollment is begins every 6 weeks. Students may register for course trainings at anytime.  Any student that have not completed the enrollment application and eligibility application by deadline will be moved to the next session enrollment. Award assessment meeting will scheduled into the next session. ENROLLMENT APPLICATION DEADLINES*  Session 1 Start Date: October 21 Deadline: September 27   Session 2 Start Date: December 2 Deadline: November 8   PREPARE TO APPLY To prepare, you will need to download the Candidate Application Form and the Candidate Eligibility Form. Students that want to enroll in an internship program in order to meet eligibility requirements must contact their student advisor in order to be placed at a Early Head Start, Migrant or Seasonal, American Native/Alaska Native or Early Childhood, Family Childcare or Daycare workplace location.  HS University courses cannot accept payments from our students.  For this reason HS University does not allow non-employed  Early Head Start, Migrant or Seasonal, American Native/Alaska Native or Early Childhood, Family Childcare or Daycare students for admission. CONTACT A STUDENT ADVISOR All new credential and certificate students will be assigned a student advisor.  Once your application is processed, you will receive a welcome letter with your student advisor contact information.  Your student advisor will be your direct contact about course registration, exam dates, travel information if applicable, your academic calendar, your team assessment, payment processing methods and other student information. Student advisors will help you toward a smooth academic completion.  REGISTER FOR CLASS Class registration is typically performed in 4 ways. Class registration is typically handled through student services at HS University.  You can register online, call our toll free number or fax your registration to student services. View the register for class link to find out more information. 4 ways to register Register by phone at 1-888-282-7817 Register online at www.courses.hsuniversity.org Register by fax at 1-901-748-0297 Register by mail - Complete the Course Registration Form and mail form and payment to:  HS University, C/O Student Services, PO Box 2482, Cordova, TN 38088-2482 PAYMENT OF FEES All fees must be paid by company check, company credit card and/or a payment agreement must be in place within 7 business days of attending a course. HS University has the following payment agreement for enrolled students. PAYMENT METHODS All students enrolled in a program, must have a funding method established in order to began taking courses.  HS University does not accept payment for any or all parts of a program from an enrolled student.  A student can use the following payment method for fees to pay for a credential and license. Program Funds All new and returning students are encouraged to work with their agency or childcare program about using professional development funds as payment for a program.  The amount and number of classes you may enroll in will depend on your employer.  Each student is encouraged to contact their manager and or supervisor to discuss their professional development needs. NOTE: HS University does not allow students to pay for cost related to any program.  All enrollments must be paid using company check, company credit cards or company purchase order. Financial Assistance Currently HS University does not offer financial aid.    Direct Bill When your Company/Agency becomes a Direct Bill Partner with HS University, the tuition payment process becomes customized and simple for you and your employer. Your employer will receive a detailed bill for all of your classes, even if they’re at multiple locations. We offer flexible billing options customized to your company’s needs. And, when your program becomes a Direct Bill partner, all employees will have direct access to tuition assistance programs, which can help with recruiting and retaining good employees. Learn more about the benefits of our Direct Bill program.   Tuition Deferral Plan Many of our students benefit from their employers’ tuition reimbursement plan to fund part or all of their education. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers similar benefits to active duty, reserve service members and their dependents. Find out how you can choose the Tuition Deferral Plan to help you pay for your HS University education by contacting a University representative. Students must still be an employee of a Head Start program and any or all payments may not be at student's expense.   Tribal Funding Several American Indian tribal nations provide funding for the tuition of a student who is a recognized member. For additional information on tribal funding, please contact our Tribal Relations Department at Tribalrelations@hsuniversity.org.   Government Billing Plan As a government employee, HS  University may directly bill your organization for your educational costs.   Third-Party Billing Plan If your employer will fund your educational costs, HS University may directly bill approved employers as part of the Third-Party Billing Plan. Contact a finance advisor to determine if your employer is approved for direct billing.

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