Kentucky Administrative Regulations Title 791 - EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CABINET - KENTUCKY COMMISSION ON PROPRIETARY EDUCATION
Kentucky Administrative Regulations – Title 791
Agency: Education and Workforce Development Cabinet
Entity: Kentucky Commission on Proprietary Education (KCPE)
Overview:
Title 791 of the Kentucky Administrative Regulations (KAR) governs the operations, standards, and oversight of proprietary (for-profit) schools in Kentucky. These institutions include private career schools, trade schools, and technical institutes that offer non-degree and degree programs designed to prepare students for specific occupations.
The Kentucky Commission on Proprietary Education (KCPE) is responsible for ensuring that these proprietary schools operate in compliance with the state's regulations and maintain educational and ethical standards.
Key Functions of the KCPE under Title 791 KAR:
Licensing and Regulation
Authorizes and licenses proprietary schools operating in Kentucky.
Sets the standards for school facilities, curricula, and instruction.
Student Protection
Administers the Student Protection Fund (SPF), which can offer refunds or financial protection if a school closes unexpectedly.
Requires schools to submit student records for safeguarding.
School Accountability
Monitors school performance and conducts audits or investigations as needed.
Requires annual reporting of enrollment, graduation rates, and job placement statistics.
Consumer Advocacy
Investigates student complaints related to unethical practices, misrepresentation, or violations of regulatory standards.
Closure and Record Retention
Oversees the proper closure of schools and the transfer/storage of student transcripts and records.
Examples of Regulatory Content in 791 KAR:
791 KAR 1:010 – Definitions used throughout the title.
791 KAR 1:030 – Licensure requirements for new schools.
791 KAR 1:040 – Reporting and recordkeeping obligations.
791 KAR 1:060 – Rules on advertising and recruitment.
791 KAR 1:100 – Procedures for student complaints and commission hearings.
Purpose:
The overarching goal of Title 791 KAR and the KCPE is to safeguard students' interests, ensure educational integrity, and promote transparency and accountability within Kentucky's proprietary postsecondary education sector.
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