LEAVE OF ABSENCE POLICY A leave of absence (LOA) or “Hiatus” will be considered and may be granted at the discretion of BloomTech Staff provided: 1. The LOA does not exceed 60 calendar days 2. The LOA is requested by the student in writing prior to the first day of the LOA; 3. The LOA is approved in writing by the institution prior to the first day of the requested LOA; and 4. The student is in good standing prior to the LOA request. STUDENT CONDUCT EXPECTATIONS General Information The Code of Conduct is set forth to give Learners general notice of academic and non-academic expectations. At the Bloom Institute of Technology, we are committed to the success of our Learners. That focus drives everything we do. Besides providing a clear framework, the policies and procedures in the Catalog are designed to mirror expectations our Learners will see in a professional or workplace environment. Additionally, we want every Learner at BloomTech to have as positive a learning environment as possible - something we all play a role in. The Code of Conduct should be read broadly and is not designed to define misconduct in exhaustive terms. The Code of Conduct is an overarching policy that also includes all published policies and procedures within the Catalog . All Learners are expected to know and abide by the Code of Conduct and all published policies and procedures contained within the Catalog . In addition, we may from time to time publish announcements to Learners about topics related to the Code of Conduct. We will endeavor to ensure that updates are reflected in the Catalog , but overall, we expect that Learners abide by guidance provided by staff. Student Rights and Responsibilities At the Bloom Institute of Technology, we value an educational environment that respects the values of individual Learners and their personal and professional development. We strive to create and maintain an environment in which individuals are treated with dignity, decency, and respect, and the best learning happens. Each learner has the responsibility to take an active role in their learning and understanding, and to contribute to an environment where all can learn. As agreed upon enrollment, Learners are responsible for reading and understanding the expectations and guidelines of BloomTech as stated in the Enrollment Agreement, Catalog , and Code of Conduct. If a Learner has questions about certain conduct, or whether an expectation applies in BloomTech's programs and activities, and it is not Page 19 of 58 REV 10/31/2022 This catalog applies to all students other than those who reside in CA, CO, GA, TX, and DC who have their own catalogs.