This is the time of year that parents of young adults look forward to.  College kids are coming home for several weeks to celebrate the holidays and spend quality time with the family.  Parents are often envisioning a warm welcome home that will include hearing about all of the exciting things that are happening.

Sadly, this is not the scene that will play out in many households in the next several weeks.  Some parents will see signs that something is not quite right.  Weight loss or gain, bad attitude, defiance and most often; a new sense of entitlement that did not exist before.

If you are concerned about your young adult and  need help in determining if they are suffering from depression, anxiety, substance abuse or any other issue that may be negatively affecting your family, call an Educational Consultant at Bodin.

We can help.  Check us out on the web @ www.thebodingroup.com or call 800-874-2124.

Red Clover Education Consultants has been established with a motive to serve students, who are looking for a better education and career prospects in UK and Australia.

The United Kingdom has an indisputable name for enforcing quality standards in its universities, colleges and schools. The educational institutes have to constantly prove that their courses conform to the set criteria. Thus, the qualifications obtained in the UK will definitely boost the student’s career prospects enormously.

To prepare students willing to study in Overseas better, so that they can realize dream of making it big in life, we have come up with a comprehensive program of providing IELTS training. The Ielts course covers online video classes for your convenience, and tutor assistance through chat and email Redclover IELTS Programm prepares you in every aspect such as listening, reading and writing apart from improving your communication skills.
Red Clover has achieved many milestones in the process of serving students in having a successful career. Rely on us for all your requirements. We will guide you regarding visa processing, assist you till you complete the admission process, provide you help in taking TOEFL, GRE, GMAT and IELTS exams besides providing you with temporary accommodation. Our services have been of a great help in assisting students to choose the best institute. Our study abroad packages are meant to address students’ financial needs. We possess updated information about latest courses and prestigious institutes in UK & Australia offering best courses. As one of our significant achievements, Red Clover has been nominated as Best Education Consultant Award by Einstein College of Australia for the academic year 2009.

In the spirit of being thankful, I wanted to post a recent article that Miriam Bodin wrote in preparation for our 30th celebration. Read and enjoy.  We at Bodin wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving!

When I decided to open a practice in educational consulting back in 1979, there were very few people doing this work.  In fact “the work” back then consisted of helping families and students to find the “right fit” for prep school, day school, or college.  I was such a consultant until I began to visit and learn about the emerging world of “special needs” schools and programs.   I learned how limiting it was to just provide names of schools and programs to families and the reassurance that someone had investigated those schools and programs.

These families needed more education about the world of residential schools, in-depth guidance, strategic planning and collaboration on an ongoing basis if their child was to be sent from home to residential treatment.   Put another way, the families with the most complicated, troubling, at-risk children really needed sophisticated help, not just “a list.”

Thus, when Douglas Bodin joined me in 1991, a veritable sea change took place and we began our journey of growing our team of professionals who already had education, training and experience in the fields in which we were increasingly immersed.

We grew our company with the primary focus of serving families who needed our help to develop a plan to assist their youngsters.   We stopped being placement consultants and shifted to being members of a professional team that often consisted of the parents, the child and the professionals already working with the family.  If the child was then “placed,” professionals serving the child (and parents) in the special school or treatment program were added to the team.   Our mission statement says it all:
To provide the most valuable and comprehensive assessment and planning services for the educational and therapeutic needs of children, young adults and their families.

What has this journey meant to me?   I am grateful for whatever passion and spirit of adventure prompted me to embark on this career path.   It has provided me with:  1) opportunities to interact with parents (often heroic in their efforts to help their kids); 2) connection and interaction with fantastically humane, intelligent, and creative professionals both in the local community and in treatment centers and schools all over the country; 3) the establishment of a team here at Bodin of wonderful hard working and committed professionals who genuinely care about their work and their families; and 4) a chance to observe my own son devote himself to helping others.

At the risk of sounding sappy, but within the 30 seconds:   No one could be luckier than I. I come to work every day knowing that I have the chance to help someone or someone’s kid have a better chance.   Is there anything sweeter than this to say about one’s life?

My post regarding the temporary closure of a therapuetic boarding school is in no way intended to align with either the school or the state of Oregon.  It’s simply information.  If you are searching on the web, looking for answers for your troubled teen and are looking for guidance, you may be be interested in calling an Educational Consultant.  The call is free!   Check us out @ www.thebodingroup.com or call 800-874-2124

Taken from KOHD News

By Rachel Azevedo

A seven month investigation by the Oregon Department of Human Services finds nine substantited findings of child abuse. Now the State has ordered a temporary closure of Mount Bachelor Academy, a therapeutic boarding school located 26 miles east of Prineville.

“We are asking parents to begin making arrangements for their children to leave, to be removed, from Mount Bachelor Academy,” said Gene Evans, DHS public information officer.

The investigation began after DHS received complaints of abuse back in March. At the time, there were about 90 students from 14 to 17 years old. Mount Bachelor Academy is licensed as a therapeutic boarding school.

“A therapeutic boarding school, under the state license, can provide services for students who have a range of issues; behavioral issues or mental health issues,” said Evans.

According to documents released by DHS, allegations initially stemmed from five students and focused on a mandatory program called “lifesteps.” Some of the activities required students to reenact past traumatic events, including prior physical or sexual abuse. The investigation revealed all areas of instruction created an immediate threat to all students.

Mount Bachelor Academy issued a statement to KOHD, saying quote:

“We vigorously disagree with the state’s findings… [The allegations are] not only erroneous but also create an unnecessary burden of distress and disruption for our students… We are quickly and aggressively pursuing legal options, including the possibility of a temporary restraining order.”

The academy says it will request a formal hearing to contest the suspenstion. It has 90 days to implement new program guidelines in a dozen areas including behavior management and therapeutic services.

Mount Bachelor Academy is part of Aspen Educational Group which also runs SageWalk, the wilderness school based in Redmond that’s currently under investigation for criminal death of a student who died while in the school’s care.

November 2, 2009

Background Information: Mt. Bachelor Academy

Children, Adults and Families Division, Oregon Department of Human Services

Investigations conducted by the Oregon Department of Human Services at Mt. Bachelor Academy (MBA), a therapeutic boarding school located near Prineville, have resulted in nine substantiated findings of child abuse and neglect against the school’s leadership and therapeutic program.

As a result of the abuse investigation and violations of Oregon’s licensing standards, the state has ordered Mt. Bachelor Academy to temporarily cease all therapeutic, educational and residential services to children until further notice.

The abuse and neglect findings centered on the program as a whole, as well as the school’s Executive Director, and involved five children who attended Mt. Bachelor Academy during 2007-2009. The results of the investigation are being provided to local law enforcement officials.

The investigation was conducted by the Office of Investigation and Training (OIT) at DHS. Investigators with OIT reported that all students at MBA were required to participate in “emotional growth” workshops, called Lifesteps, which included activities that were coercive, intimidating and humiliating — including sexualized role play and reenactment of past traumatic events, such as prior physical or sexual abuse.

While the initial reports described concerns about Lifesteps, the investigation ultimately revealed serious safety concerns about MBA’s curriculum and program as a whole. The experience of the five students was consistent with that of other children enrolled at the school. The report concluded that the experiences of “these five youth are exemplars of the program’s treatment of its students as a whole.”

As a result of the OIT investigation, DHS Children, Adults and Families Residential Treatment Services and Licensing found violations of state licensing standards for therapeutic boarding schools, and state officials will require MBA to cease providing therapeutic, educational and residential services to children.

The licensing program determined in its investigation that there are conditions present that immediately endanger the health and safety of the children enrolled at MBA. The program found that MBA’s methods of educational instruction, emotional and behavioral intervention and daily interaction with students create an immediate threat which places all children at risk of harm.

Further, the investigation revealed that MBA has subjected children to Lifestep workshops as a therapy technique that is harmful and damaging to their health or welfare. In addition, that MBA has not provided the therapeutic treatment necessary for children to overcome or improve with substance abuse issues, mental health issues, eating disorders and other issues, nor provided qualified staff to treat such conditions.

The substantiated incidents of abuse or neglect are shown below:

• Mt. Bachelor Academy Executive Director neglected the care of four children by failing to ensure individualized and therapeutic treatment plans were developed to address past abuse and significant emotional and behavioral issues.
• The Mount Bachelor Academy program abused a child in 2007 by requiring the child to engage in sexualized role play in front of staff and peers.
• The Mount Bachelor program abused a second child in 2009 by requiring the child to make obscene and self-degrading comments out loud, in front of staff and peers. In addition, the Mount Bachelor program neglected the same child during 2008-2009 by failing to provide adequate medical care and supervision.
• The Mount Bachelor Academy program neglected a third child in 2009, by failing to provide adequate supervision during an international trip.
• The Mount Bachelor Academy program abused a fourth child in 2008 by requiring the child to engage in degrading activities such as acting out sexualized role play and physical abuse, and by being subjected to obscene and degrading comments by staff in front of other staff and peers.
• The Mount Bachelor Academy program abused a fifth child during 2009 by requiring and/or permitting staff to use derogatory names, phrases, ridicule and harassment.
• The Mount Bachelor Academy program neglected five children between 2007 and 2009 by failing to provide individualized treatment to meet their diagnosed mental health needs.
• The Mount Bachelor Academy program abused five children between 2007 and 2009 by requiring them to engage in activities that were coercive, intimidating, harassing, and/or humiliating.

The substantiated incidents meet Oregon’s legal definition of child abuse because they were inconsistent with recommended and appropriate treatment or care, used derogatory names/phrases, profanity, ridicule, harassment, coercion, and/or intimidation that was likely to endanger the child’s health or welfare. In addition, the activities subjected children to a substantial risk of harm to their health or welfare, and the adults failed to supervise or intervene when the child needed assistance or care, in an activity that was likely to endanger their health or welfare.

An expert in the field of child and adolescent psychiatry consulted by DHS as part of the investigation concluded: “In general, coercive, degrading and humiliating treatment is harmful to young people, especially those with psychological vulnerabilities. Young people (male and female) who have been victims of abuse often hold themselves responsible for the abuse, and develop sexualized behavior for reasons they often don’t understand. To confront them and humiliate them about these behaviors in an effort to force them to see themselves more clearly and consequently change their behavior can be very destructive. It has the risk of reinforcing self-blame and self-loathing attitudes already present in traumatized individuals. It is essentially retraumatizing.”

Today’s report also includes a substantiated allegation of child abuse against the Executive Director of MBA as “the individual responsible for delivery of therapeutic care to MBA students.” In that role, the Executive Director “administers through staff an ‘emotional growth’ curriculum in which all students must participate regardless of their emotional, behavioral or mental health needs, and regardless of their own trauma histories. This curriculum is delivered by staff who are not trained to treat the broad range of issues the children bring, and who routinely degrade and humiliate them.” The report concludes that the Executive Director, “knew or should have known what happens to students in [the] program.”

Mt. Bachelor Academy is a licensed Therapeutic Boarding School, located in a rural area, 26 miles east of Prineville, Oregon, licensed originally in 1988. The school admits both male and female students who are from age 14 to 17.5 at the time of admission, although some children are admitted pursuant to an exception as young as age 13. The total capacity is 125 students and the average length of stay is 14-16 months. Tuition is $6,400 a month with an additional up front, one time $2,200 enrollment fee. Other service fees are not included. In 2008, Mt. Bachelor was reorganized and became a program of Aspen Education Group. Aspen was recently acquired by CRC Health Group, Inc. In March of 2009, MBA had approximately 77 staff and 88 boarding students.

Last March, the state received reports of child abuse against Mt. Bachelor Academy, initially concerning the Lifesteps program at MBA. OIT is a division of DHS that investigates allegations of abuse by paid staff in various therapeutic or treatment settings, and OIT handled the investigation of the reports of abuse at MBA. There were two investigators primarily assigned to go to Prineville and interview people on campus. In addition, the office used three other investigators to conduct witness interviews of people in- and out-of-state. The investigators conducted interviews involving 65 witnesses, including MBA students and staff, along with licensed therapists familiar with individual students. Investigators consulted with a medical expert certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and they reviewed documents and photographed materials used as part of the MBA therapy program.

At the same time, the DHS Licensing program investigated standards for health and safety and looked at the school’s compliance with Oregon Administrative Rules related to their license as a therapeutic boarding school. Licensing notified MBA that they were prohibited from conducting their own investigation into the allegations of abuse reported to have occurred; prohibited from destroying or otherwise concealing school or student records; prohibited from disciplining or threatening discipline to students interviewed during the investigation; prohibited from conducting Lifesteps activities until further notice. Parents of students were notified of the investigation.

A “Therapeutic boarding school” is a program that is primarily a school and not a residential care agency (as defined in OAR 413-215-0506). Therapeutic boarding schools are licensed to provide both educational services and care to children for 24 hours a day and hold themselves out as serving children with emotional or behavioral problems by providing therapeutic services or assuring that children receive therapeutic services.

Statement from Sharon Bitz, Executive Director, Mount Bachelor Academy

Mount Bachelor Academy is deeply disappointed by the ruling of the Oregon Department of Human Services to temporarily cease all therapeutic, educational and residential services at the program.

We vigorously disagree with the state’s findings. This surprising action, following seven months of cooperative work by Mount Bachelor with the state since the allegations surfaced, is not only erroneous but also creates an unnecessary burden of distress and disruption for our students and their families.

As a result, we are quickly and aggressively pursuing legal options, including the possibility of a Temporary Restraining Order request.  A TRO would at the very least give our families additional time to make orderly and appropriate arrangements for any child in need of immediate therapeutic services.

In addition, we are analyzing the details of the state report, and will request a formal hearing to contest the suspension order.

For over 20 years, Mount Bachelor Academy has enjoyed a solid reputation as a quality, accredited therapeutic boarding school for teens with behavioral, emotional or motivational problems or special learning needs.

We remain proud of Mount Bachelor’s record of life-changing, positive results for young people in our care, and confident in the professional conduct of our staff and leadership who have committed their careers to making a difference in the lives of young people and their families.  Mount Bachelor has been recognized for comprehensive therapeutic best practices and safety protocols, and has independent verification of its success through participation in third-party outcome studies with oversight by the Western Institutional Review Board.

Throughout the state inquiry, we have been heartened by the overwhelming support from Mount Bachelor Academy alumni and current students and families. More than 100 individual letters and a letter with roughly 200 signatures were filed with the Oregon DHS in support of our school.

Global Education Consultancy Services (GECS) a leading Education Consultancy company, is pleased to announce the formation of new branch office in New Delhi located in the heart of city.

New Delhi Office Address:
108A, 1st Floor, Grover Chambers
4B,Pusa Road, Opp. To Metro Pillar # 109
New Delhi 110005.

Contact No: 011-45103134/35.
Mobile: 9310780882.
Email: delhi@gecsindia.com

Educational services, such as guidance and consultations, are offered on an individual basis to students. Services are provided through individual guidance, correspondences, telephone consultations, and e-mail communications by our respective staff.

GECS as a company gives its students the assurance of the best quality services to make the right education decisions. Our expertise in the field of education has made us a time-tested resource in helping students to gain admission for suitable courses in recognised universities across the Globe.

BENEFITS YOU GET FROM GECS

1] Student Profile Analysis
2] University & Course selection depending on student’s personal, academic & financial requirements
3] Training on competitive tests & languages
4] Expert Visa & financial guidance
5] Economical package, No hidden cost
6] Hassle free processing

Why GECS?

GECS is a professional education Consultancy based in Delhi India, with several years of experience in placing the right student in the right universities. We specialise in providing admissions in :

Germany	USA	UK	Canada	Australia	Newzealand
Netherlands	France	Sweden	Cyprus	Switzerland	Singapore
Ireland	Finland	China	Denmark	Norway

At GECS, we offer you a time-tested and cost effective process that enables a quick admission and smooth immigration process. Our expertise extends to guiding you through every step of your admission process: from the choice of universities, to applying with discretion and guiding you through immigration procedures.

Global Education Consultancy Services (GECS) a leading Education Consultancy company, is pleased to announce the formation of new branch office in New Delhi located in the heart of city.

New Delhi Office Address:
108A, 1st Floor, Grover Chambers
4B,Pusa Road, Opp. To Metro Pillar # 109
New Delhi 110005.

Contact No: 011-45103134/35.
Mobile: 9310780882.
Email: delhi@gecsindia.com

Educational services, such as guidance and consultations, are offered on an individual basis to students. Services are provided through individual guidance, correspondences, telephone consultations, and e-mail communications by our respective staff.

GECS as a company gives its students the assurance of the best quality services to make the right education decisions. Our expertise in the field of education has made us a time-tested resource in helping students to gain admission for suitable courses in recognised universities across the Globe.

BENEFITS YOU GET FROM GECS

1] Student Profile Analysis
2] University & Course selection depending on student’s personal, academic & financial requirements
3] Training on competitive tests & languages
4] Expert Visa & financial guidance
5] Economical package, No hidden cost
6] Hassle free processing

Why GECS?

GECS is a professional education Consultancy based in Delhi India, with several years of experience in placing the right student in the right universities. We specialise in providing admissions in :

Germany	USA	UK	Canada	Australia	Newzealand
Netherlands	France	Sweden	Cyprus	Switzerland	Singapore
Ireland	Finland	China	Denmark	Norway

At GECS, we offer you a time-tested and cost effective process that enables a quick admission and smooth immigration process. Our expertise extends to guiding you through every step of your admission process: from the choice of universities, to applying with discretion and guiding you through immigration procedures.

Over the years,  the Bodin name became synonymous with placement.  This is an incorrect label given that much of our work is planning.  Planning for success at home.  We utilize our clinically trained Educational Consultants, local resources  and creative planning to develop a wrap-around plan individually catered to the needs of the particular student.

Of course, this is not to say that placement does not become necessary in some cases.  Our extensive travel and knowledge of the many different programs, schools and levels of care make us a valuable resource in those cases.  Each year, we visit and evaluate over 100 schools and programs around the country.  We also work hard to stay connected to local schools and resources as well.

For more information visit www.thebodingroup.com

Students with special needs are entitled a free appropriate public education (FAPE).  This is not a choice but it is the law. If you feel you are not having your needs met then you may need an educational consultant.

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Douglas Bodin and Kevin Kindlin, Educational Consultants at Bodin were recently interviewed by Allen Cardoza’s Radio Show, Answers for the Family.  If you are interested in listening click on the following link http://www.latalkradio.com/Allen.php

If you are the parent of a struggling teen you may cringe when the phone rings and the caller ID shows the number of your child’s school.  This is the time of year that the promises your child made and the hopes that you had that this year would be different are falling apart.  It may be the time of year that you need to call an Educational Consultant to begin developing an alternative plan for success if your student continues to struggle.  At Bodin,  our Educational Consultants are skilled in working with families who have children, adolescents and young adults sruggling with issues ranging from learning differences to major mental health issues.

If you have a child who is struggling, please feel free to contact us aat 800-874-2124.

Gen. Barry McCaffrey and Brenda Loringer-Bell of Bodin

I attended the “Recovery Takes Flight” celebration in Marin County last week to honor the many who have battled addiction, sought treatment and had the opportunity to thrive in recovery from addiction. Myself included.

Former US Drug Czar and Retired Four-Star General Barry McCaffrey was there and reminded the audience and media that ” Twenty on million Americans need but do not receive treatment for illicit drug or alcohol problems according to the numbers form HHS; less than three million receive treatment. In California, 3.1 million need but do not receive treatment; less than 200,000 are treated. We have a huge treatment gap.”

While I could not find data to show out those numbers, how many are adolescents and young adults, it is fair to assume that at Bodin, we have the opportunity and obligation to every family we see to be aware of the current trends in drug abuse and addiction. This includes keeping informed about the current drugs of abuse, recent studies, options for treatment and employing Educational Consultants who have extensive experience in addiction treatment.

I could go on and on, but the message is this…recovery happens and it feels really good to be a part of it.

Douglas Bodin, CEO

www.thebodingroup.com

http://admittingmistakesasaparent.blogspot.com/

Dear Sue—

That’s a fantastic reminder to desperate parents of the risks associated with getting on the internet. Predatory practices by otherwise reputable organizations, let alone those by the disreputable ones, are outrageously commonplace. As an Educational Consultant I also agree almost entirely with your assessment of educational consultants! My firm is the largest in the country, employing almost exclusively Masters and Ph.D. – level, experienced professionals to act as the guides and planners for families in crisis. It’s the best of both worlds, in my opinion. As trained therapists, they understand the intricacies and nuances of often significantly clinical issues. But as a team of 15, constantly traveling around the country visiting and evaluating hundreds of programs, we bring a level of knowledge and on-the-ground experience that is unmatched. Furthermore, with a diversity of clinical experiences and backgrounds, our team approach allows each consultant to collaborate and derive support and guidance from other members of the team on a regular and routine basis. I further agree that consulting with your therapist is an important component of the process. We get most of our referrals from therapists who may recognize the possible need for a residential placement but rely on our travel, experience and expertise to help determine its necessity and location. Finally, with regard to the politics, I believe you are unfortunately correct that individual practitioners are limited in the number of programs with which they can remain conversant. They have their “favorites” that are often based on factors unrelated to the specific needs of a particular child. And while Wilderness programs are often an extraordinary first step as a preparatory and evaluative tool, they aren’t for everyone. Adhering rigidly to the best interests of the child, advocating for his or her needs and remaining involved throughout placement(s), guiding a family and problem-solving at every step is an essential recipe for successful outcomes. Being more than mere “matchmakers” is what has contributed to our success and growth for 30 years.

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If you are a parent of a struggling teen you may be searching for answers. At Bodin, we firmly believe that there are no general answers to the difficulties families and teens are struggling with. There is not one or even one hundred schools that can solve the problem. Every single family we see is different and every plan we develop is different, too.

The Educational Consultants at Bodin are available to assist families who need help. Our expertise is in creating unique and clinically appropriate plans for success. Our educational consultants travel throughout the U.S. and abroad to evaluate schools and programs. We work hard to stay connected to many local resources within each community we work in so that every plan is developed to support not just the student, but the entire family system.

If you have a struggling teen, please check out www.thebodingroup.com or call 800-874-2124

Most people would use that term to describe the kid down the street known to have troubles with the law or who has a history of using alcohol or pot. For the Educational Consultants at Bodin, we see troubled teens who do fit the typical idea of a troubled teen, but who are not thriving for many reasons other than substance use and troubles with the law. We work with adolescents, young adults and families who need guidance developing appropriate and individualized plans for academic and emotional growth. We have developed relationships with schools, programs and individual resources throughout the country in order to ensure that a plan we create will be successful. Much of our work is with the families in order to maintain the plan and not fall prey to the common parenting pitfalls that can interrupt or setback these plans.

If you think you have a troubled teen and would like to speak to a consultant, call 800-874-2124

The start of new school year is usually an exciting time, but if you have troubled teen or a struggling teen, you may be approaching this time with a high level of anxiety about what this year will bring. Often, parents that call Bodin looking for help from an Educational Consultant have previously thought about calling, but put it off hoping things would get better. That is perfectly fine, there is help for you and your student when you are ready. The plans that our consultants put together are based solely on the individual student and family needs. Whether it’s researching local private school options for a student struggling with learning issues or residential options for a student with a more complex set of issues, we can help.

Check out www.thebodingroup.com or call 800-874-2124 to speak to someone today.

Without going into the great detail that many recent articles have on whether or not to drug test your adolescent or young adult, let me just say; if this is an issue in your home, you may need to start thinking about outside intervention and assessment. Educate yourself about drugs of abuse and the options available should you decide to seek help for your family. There are so many options and so many underlying issues that need to be addressed when a young person begins using substances. An Educational Consultant can educate you and help you. Whether it’s early intervention through parent coaching or a crisis intervention through treatment planning, the Educational Consultants at Bodin have experience, knowledge and compassion and are ready to help today!

Check out www.thebodingroup.com or call 800-874-2124

” When I was a boy of fourteen, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around, but when I got to be twenty-one I was astonished at how much he had learned in seven years” – Mark Twain

Issues of parenting struggling teens or troubled teens are not new, but the stakes are higher. Today, our children face issues of drugs and alcohol, anxiety, depression and other mental health crisis that can impede on the academic process and cause chaos in the home.

At Bodin, our Educational Consultants are skilled in working with families who are struggling and help to create treatment plans that confront and treat the issues within the entire family system. To learn more check out our website at www.thebodingroup.com or call 800-874-2124.

The next level of care can be termed learning specific or specialty boarding schools and programs. These offer specific support for, but not limited to, learning differences and social skills challenges. Community based schools and programs are the next level of care and provide a supportive and structured environment for students who may need semi-therapeutic support. The next level of care is therapeutic boarding/emotional growth boarding schools and programs. These guide students through a set curriculum of skills often addressing communication, honesty, integrity, leadership, relationships, etc. Some of these may offer individual therapy, group and family support but these components are not present at all. Clinical boarding schools and programs offer the next level of care. These offer individual therapy as well as group therapy and family support. The highest level of care, outside of hospitalization, is called residential treatment. Residential treatment centers offer weekly or more individual therapy, multiple options for group therapy as well as family support and workshops. Residential assessment programs do not have a specific place on the residential care continuum. These assessment programs can be used as a first step intervention to determine the level of care necessary for students and families. Assessment programs can also be recommended at any point during an intervention to gather a more comprehensive understanding of a student’s presenting issues.

Most residential schools and programs provide academics. Programs range from traditional college prep classrooms to individual academic plans. Tuition for residential schools and programs increase as the clinical support required increases. The length of stay at schools and programs is based on the components of the program as well as the student’s presenting issues.

The decision to engage in a residential intervention can be one of the most important decisions a family will make for their children. Speaking to an Educational Consultant is an investment in the best possible chance for success in a residential school or program that meets a young person’s needs academically, socially, and emotionally.

To speak with an Educational Consultant and learn more about Educational Consulting at Bodin, please call 800-874-2124 or visit www.thebodingroup.com.

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GECS’s competencies lie in customizing and creating result-focused marketing solutions for educational institutions and educational service-related organizations. With access to over 24+ cities across india, we reach out to almost every student in India.

Through a combination of on-line and off-line focused marketing activities, we maximize your organization’s reach to the student community across India.

Our Services includes:

• Free listing of University details on our website
• University Promotion through Seminars & Educational Fairs
• Student Referral Options
• Student Counselling
• Application Processing
• News Publish through GECS Bi-Weekly Newsletters

GECS’s marketing team can develop a direct marketing campaign for your institution, market you to our database of student candidates and host events for you to meet quality candidates.

We accept enquiries on your behalf, communicate with prospects and lead them directly into the application process. GECS keeps track of communications with prospects and helps you deliver campaigns to assist the best students through the process, without your admissions team having to learn complex new systems.

At GECS, we offer you a time-tested and cost effective process that enables a quick admission and smooth immigration process. Our expertise extends to guiding you through every step of your admission process: from the choice of universities, to applying with discretion and guiding you through immigration procedures.

Educational services, such as guidance and consultations, are offered on an individual basis to students. Services are provided through individual guidance, correspondences, telephone consultations, and e-mail communications by our respective staff.

BENEFITS YOU GET FROM GECS

1] Student Profile Analysis
2] University & Course selection depending on student’s personal, academic & financial requirements
3] Training on competitive tests & languages
4] Expert Visa & financial guidance
5] Economical package, No hidden cost
6] Hassle free processing

Our services also include:

TOEFL Training, IELTS Training, GRE Training, VISA Documentation (includes CA Report, Valuation Report, Affidavit, Mock Interview) Bank Statement, Travel & FOREX and Bank Loan.

GECS offers you courses worldwide. Our personal counselling service is impartial and includes:

• Help finding a course to meet your academic and personal interests
• Advice on putting together a strong application
• Information on applying for a student visa
• Quick replies to questions before, during, or after enrolment

If you can not find a course you are interested in, ask us. We will research options for you and help you get started.

Contact a counsellor anytime about your study plans and we look forward to assisting you with your application.

We are looking for: Personnel who can take up the challenge and join in our efforts to reach our goals. Salary will be commensurate with qualification, experience and proven track record. If you meet the criteria please apply by sending mail with resume to contact@gecsindia.com

1] Counselor [F]:

Role:

• Advise/ Counsel students regarding different colleges, courses, admission requirements, entrance exams, financial aid in different countries for Indian students.
• Assist students with visa requirments of different countries

Required Skills:

• Education: Bachelor degree preferably in Science with 1+ years of experience in similar or related field
• Excellent communication skills
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office & Internet
• Pleasing nature & able to convince & convert the prospective candidates.
• Candidate has to be introspective, cooperative, directive, and attentive
• Be flexible and able to meet individual needs by providing person-specific attention.

2] Backend Executive [F]:

Role:

• To maintain the database of different universities & courses abroad.
• To be able to advice the right colleges & programs for the students from the database.
• To communicate with different schools & update with latest knowledge.

Required Skills:

• Any bachelor Degree
• Excellent communication skills
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office & Internet
• Ability to organise yourself and others
• Ability to multitask

3] Data Management [F/M]:

Role:

• To collect & update the data of different universities/ colleges, courses & requirements

Required Skills:

• Any bachelor Degree
• Excellent communication skills
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office & Internet
• Ability to multitask

GECS is in the business of Study abroad services including Training in TOEFL, IELTS, GRE, GMAT, SAT & Foreign Languages.

GECS welcomes partners throughout India to contact us for agency opportunities . We welcome business owners seeking GECS franchisee at following cities:

Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, Goa, Indore, Jaipur, Nagpur, Noida, Nasik, Mangalore, Madurai, Kochi, Mysore and any other prospective location.

Our process of selecting an agent partner is essentially based on one key factor, Trust. That for us is the deciding factor for doing business with anybody. The actual details go like this. We try to gain a thorough insight on the prospective franchise partner as well as his city. Following this, if we find our goals matching, we call the prospective franchise partner for a meeting with our franchisee evaluation committee. Once we sign the agreement we are ready to put in place the franchise of GECS in the respective city.

To know more, send email to franchisee@gecsindia.com
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