"Hello Students,
It’s that time of year where the weather is getting warmer, the days are longer and folks are pulling out their shorts, tank tops and other summer wear. This also means it’s time for a seasonal reminder of our college’s dress code that was reviewed in your New Student Orientation.
As a Career College, our job is to prepare you for the work force and there are very strict dress codes in place in most industries. It would be inappropriate to show up at work at a hospital or accounting firm in tiny exercise shorts and a spaghetti strap tank top, therefore it’s not acceptable at school either. Employers and practicum hosts are looking for candidates who will represent their business or organization in a professional manner and therefore we start practicing those habits while in class.
A good rule to remember is if you would not wear it to work, you should not be wearing it to class. Students found to be in violation of the dress code will be asked to leave class and return when dressed appropriately.
On page 21 of your Student Handbook, the policy states:
Personal Appearance
As a career College, we expect students to behave and dress as they would in a professional work environment, following accepted norms of appropriateness. Some examples of inappropriate attire for both men and women include torn or soiled clothing, see through, bare-midriff shirts/blouses, low-cut, open-back clothing and extremely short dresses, skirts, or shorts. Students enrolled in business programs are asked to wear proper business attire. We encourage students to dress for their professional success.
The dress code applies to all on-campus and virtual students!
Not sure what to wear? Check out businesses in the field you want to work in…what are employees wearing there? There are also organizations like Dress for Success Vancouver that help folks get outfits for interviews and practicums, if finances are a concern. Reach out if you'd like support finding similar resources in your area! We thank you all for your continued cooperation and adherence to the student handbook policies."