IPCollege Disclosures

International Pilates College Certification Convention

International Pilates College
Disclosures

IPC provides diverse Pilates methodologies without prejudice.
We strive to establish the highest standards of learning and teaching Pilates, based in critical evaluation and safety.
IPC provides alternative 'green' means of education via 'online long distance learning'.
IPC follows ACSM criteria of client evaluations and fitness testing.
International Pilates is registered with the State of California.
All Liability Insurance Providers accept accreditation from International Pilates College.
International Pilates College Inc. was incorporated as a non-profit in 11-26-07, under Section 501 (c)(3) Internal Revenue Code.
International Pilates College accepts financial gifts for Research & Innovation Grants.
100% of Donations and Financial Gifts (minus a small service transaction fee) are dedicate to Research or Innovation Grants.
All 'one-on-one', 'Mentor' and, 'On-Line Mentor' IPC educational programs expire six months after commencement of the first session.
Many people contribute to scholars Pilates education with financial gifts or as volunteers, students are requested to acknowledge these gifts through good study habits, class preparedness, assignment completion and due diligence in their self-practice and read and comply with our Anti-Discrimination Policy, Code of Conduct, Competency Doctrine and Terms-Policies-Stipulation Documents.
Any partial payment from scholar awardees is used for the Hosting Pilates Studio rental fees and in operation costs.
IPC selects talented students each year to receive scholarships based on their past accomplishments, current financial needs, probability of successful completion of the education course and prospective contributions to society.
All IPC Scholarship applicants must complete and submit all the required forms: the student's Scholarship Application Form, Education Transcripts, Financial Documentation, Recommender Form and letter, 9 Essays and optionally a record of the student's community service and leadership activities.
Incomplete scholarship application packets will not be considered and applicants shall not be allowed to reapply within the same calendar year.
Students that have submitted the above requirements and meet any of the following criteria will be given priority consideration for IPC scholarships
1) Are a ethnic or cultural minority member of society; African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian & Pacific Islander American or Hispanic American, Gay Lesbian Bi-sexual or Transgender, Single Parents, Elderly (60+), Veterans of US Military services
2) Immigrants that are legal US Citizens, national or legal permanent resident of the United States
3) Have not graduated or have not earned a GED from high school
4) Have demonstrated leadership abilities through participation in community service, competitive professional sports or professional level dancers that qualify for matching career retraining through 'Career Transition for Dancers'.
5) A person that will enroll for the first time at a U.S. located, accredited college or university (with the exception of students concurrently pursuing a high school diploma) as a full-time, degree-seeking, first-year student with the intention of using their Pilates vocational training as a means to help themselves financially through college and thus relieving the burden on their families, government subsidies and foundational grants (freeing funds up for use in helping others obtain college funding).
IPC dedicates 1/3rd of full-paying students' tuition toward our Scholarship Programs.
We provide Scholars with personal and professional development through our Community Outreach Programs along with continual Career Consulting support through their Pilates career.
IPC requires scholars participation in our Community Outreach Program servicing special populations (elderly, youth, minorities, single parents, immigrants) .
We encourage graduates in our Research & Innovation Programs to explore projects in injury prevention and enhancement of quality of life programs
Career Counseling Programs are completely funded and operated by professional Pilates instructor volunteers.
No refunds, credit or transfers are allowed after the second scheduled session of any IPC education Program.
The completion of any International Pilates College education program does not guarantee graduation or certification.
International Pilates education programs began in 1989 as International Pilates Certification and has since separated and become an independent entity.
Pilates Certification testing organizations require a total of 450 documented Educational Units from any accredited Pilates education program.
A service fee of $25 is charged for copies of student graduation or completion documentation, an additional fee of $3 may be charged for delivery expenses.
International Pilates College will not tolerate discrimination and respectfully requests that staff; professors, educators, mentors, guest instructors, volunteers and student teachers refrain and avoid breaching subjects of personal information regarding religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and politics. Further more, personal opinions on ethics and morality should not be imposed on another and mutually dismissed.
IPC maintains case histories of recipients of all programs; scholarships, grants, funding of all programs including names, addresses, purposes of awards, amount of each grant or funding, manner of selection, and relationship (if any) to officers, trustees, or donors of funds.
Relatives of members of the selection committee, or IPC officers, directors, or substantial contributors are NOT eligible for awards made under any IPC program and shall announce their conflict of interest when appropriate and shall therefore be declared as a disqualify person to ensure unbiased selections.
IPC will not make financial loans to students or apply for financial aid of any kind on their behalf . Financial Loans are not allowed including but not limited to educational loans.
The property of International Pilates College is irrevocably dedicated to charitable purposes.
In the event of dissolution or winding up of the corporation, its assets remaining after payment, or provision for payment, of all debts and liabilities of International Pilates College shall be distributed to a nonprofit fund, foundation or corporation which is organized and operated exclusively for charitable purposes and which has established its tax exempt status under Section 501 (c)(3).Internal Revenue Code.