PLLI Student & Academic Policies

At Pistis Life & Leadership Institute (PLLI), we are dedicated to providing a transformative learning experience rooted in values. Our policies guide student behaviour, academic responsibilities, and administrative processes, ensuring academic integrity, mutual respect, and a positive learning environment. These policies promote transparency, accountability, and excellence throughout our programs.

Policy Statement
PLLI places a high value on active learning through regular attendance and meaningful participation in all scheduled sessions and program activities, including self-paced programs within the program timelines.

Purpose
To ensure students are consistently engaged in their learning experience.

Scope
Applies to all students across all schools and programs.

Policy Guidelines

  1. Minimum Attendance: At least 75% of all live or in-person sessions and 100% of all online or self-paced courses.
  2. Participation: Active engagement in discussions, assignments, and group work is expected.
  3. Excused Absences: Must be communicated in advance with valid reasons.
  4. Tracking: Attendance is monitored via LMS check-ins and logs.
  5. Consequences: Poor attendance may lead to academic penalties or suspension.

Exceptions
Emergency or health-related absences may be reviewed case-by-case.

Policy Statement
PLLI requires students to fulfill all academic and engagement obligations to be eligible for course completion and graduation.

Purpose
To maintain academic standards and celebrate earned achievements.

Scope
All enrolled students.

Policy Guidelines

  1. Completion Requirements: All modules, assignments, assessments, and capstones must be completed.
  2. Academic Standing: Students must be in good standing, free of disciplinary issues.
  3. Graduation Ceremony: Eligible students may participate in the ceremony.
  4. Certification: Issued only upon successful completion and clearance.

Exceptions
None unless approved by the Academic Board.

Policy Statement
PLLI maintains a fair, transparent, and standards-based assessment system. Emphasis is placed on practical application and experiential learning.

Purpose
To ensure consistency and fairness in the evaluation of students.

Scope
All students and participants.

Policy Guidelines

  1. Assessment Types: Includes quizzes, projects, worksheets, workbooks participation, and capstones.
  2. Grading Scale: Based on a 100-point scale or program rubrics.
  3. Late Submissions: May attract penalties unless pre-approved.
  4. Exceptions: Considerations made for valid, timely-reported challenges.

Policy Statement
All students are expected to uphold the values of integrity, respect, and accountability.

Purpose
To foster a respectful, values-driven learning environment.

Scope
All enrolled students.

Policy Guidelines

  1. Behavioral Standards: Respectful communication and professional decorum are expected.
  2. Prohibited Actions: Includes plagiarism, harassment, abuse, and disruption.
  3. Disciplinary Actions: May include warnings, suspension, or dismissal.
  4. Reporting: Complaints must be emailed to: office@plli.org

Exceptions
None.

Policy Statement
PLLI maintains a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism and academic dishonesty.

Purpose
To foster original thought, intellectual honesty, and academic excellence among students.

Scope
This policy applies to all student work and submissions across all programs.

Policy Guidelines

  1. Definition:
    Plagiarism includes copying another person’s work without proper citation or credit. This also includes submitting work generated solely by artificial intelligence (AI), as opposed to using AI tools to assist in learning and research with proper acknowledgment.

  2. Detection:
    All major submissions are subject to plagiarism checks to ensure academic integrity.

  3. Consequences:
    Any student found guilty of plagiarism may face consequences including grade penalties, the requirement to resubmit work, or expulsion from the program.

Exceptions
None. All cases of plagiarism and academic dishonesty will be reviewed and acted upon accordingly.

Policy Statement
Students must use PLLI’s technology platforms responsibly and ethically.

Purpose
To ensure effective, secure use of digital tools.

Scope
All users of PLLI’s LMS and tech platforms.

Policy Guidelines

  1. Access: Login credentials must be kept private.
  2. Content Use: Materials may not be redistributed.
  3. Technical Support: Issues should be reported via plli.org/support.
  4. Abuse: Unauthorized activity will lead to disciplinary action.

Exceptions
None.

Policy Statement
Course materials are proprietary and for enrolled students’ use only.

Purpose
To encourage engagement through proprietary, hands-on content.

Scope
All students accessing course content.

Policy Guidelines

  • Slide Presentations are not distributed.
  • Materials Provided: Worksheets, assignments, case studies, and scenarios.
  • Confidentiality: Sharing or reproducing content is prohibited.

Exceptions
None.

Policy Statement
PLLI operates a no-refund policy on tuition and program fees.

Purpose
To ensure clarity and accountability in financial commitments.

Scope
All students and applicants.

Policy Guidelines

  1. Fee Commitment: Payments are due as scheduled.
  2. No Refunds: Withdrawal or absence does not qualify for a refund.
  3. Payment Plans: May be available on a case-by-case basis.
  4. Transfers: Fees may be transferred to a future cohort if deferment is approved.

Exceptions
Only under special force majeure conditions.

Policy Statement
PLLI is committed to protecting student data and personal information.

Purpose
To ensure trust and legal compliance in data handling.

Scope
All data collected by PLLI.

Policy Guidelines

  1. Collection: Data is collected for academic and admin use.
  2. Use: Never shared without consent, unless required by law.
  3. Access: Students may request access, correction, or deletion.
  4. Security: Platforms are encrypted and access-controlled.

Exceptions
Only for legal or safety requirements.

Policy Statement
PLLI allows students to defer their studies under valid circumstances, providing a structured process to ensure academic continuity.

Purpose
To support students facing significant personal, health, or professional challenges by providing an opportunity to pause and resume their studies without academic penalty.

Scope
This policy applies to all students enrolled in any program across all schools of PLLI.

Policy Guidelines

  1. Eligibility for Deferment
    A student may request deferment under the following conditions:

    • Medical or personal health challenges

    • Family emergencies or unforeseen personal circumstances

    • Extreme work-related commitments (for corporate-sponsored students)

    • Financial constraints requiring temporary withdrawal

    • Other significant reasons, subject to PLLI’s review and approval

  2. Deferment Conditions

    • Deferment is allowed once per program cycle and must be requested before the final 75% of the course/program duration (~module 2/course 2).

    • A deferred student must resume studies within one year of approval. Failure to do so may require full re-enrollment.

    • Fees already paid will be transferred to the new enrollment period but may be adjusted if tuition or program structures change.

    • Deferment does not apply to short-term courses or workshops lasting less than six weeks.

  3. Application Process

    • Submit a formal request letter at least 7 days before the intended deferment date via email to office@plli.org.

    • The request must include:

      • Full name

      • Program name

      • Reason for deferment

      • Expected resumption date

      • Any supporting documentation (e.g., medical reports, employer letters)

    • For sponsored students, the deferment letter should be issued on the sponsoring organization’s official letterhead.

    • PLLI will respond within five (5) business days with an approval decision, conditions, or alternatives.

  4. Resumption & Re-Enrollment

    • Students must notify PLLI at least 14 days before their intended return date.

    • Reinstatement is subject to program availability and any updates to curriculum or fees.

    • Students may be placed in the next available cohort or asked to complete bridging modules if required.

  5. Financial Considerations

    • Tuition and fees already paid may be credited toward the next available session upon resumption.

    • Refunds are not provided for deferment cases.

    • Sponsored students may continue under the original sponsorship if the sponsor agrees. If sponsorship is withdrawn, the student may be required to self-fund the remaining part of their program.

Exceptions
Students may request additional deferment only under exceptional, documented circumstances, subject to approval by the Academic Board.