Adler graduate school

Mission Statement

“Training human services professionals to facilitate healthy and fulfilling life styles for people, organizations and communities through graduate education and community involvement.”

Vision Statement
“Transforming Society through Social Interest in Action.”

Diversity Statement

The Adler Graduate School is founded on the belief that all people are accepted and respected for their differences. As part of this commitment, AGS has adopted the Cultural Competency Continuum developed by Kikanza Robins (State of Minnesota Mental Health). With this framework and its descriptors as a guide, AGS will grow continuously through behaviors and activities that stimulate and enhance higher learning among all its members. These behaviors and activities will be characterized by multi-versity, sensitive awareness, including categories of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, socioeconomic class, continuing self- assessment, and the flexibility to include linkages with minority communities.

Core Values

The publicly stated Core Values of the Adler Graduate School are:

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  Promoting creative thinking and advancing knowledge of the profession by increasing competency, and promoting ethical practices through the application of Adlerian principles and philosophy.
  
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  Embodying a culture of diversity, openness and collegiality among students and faculty by developing a continuous, dynamic, planning and implementation model to ensure adequate graduate educational programs.
  
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  Supporting Master’s-level and specialty area programs with an Adlerian focus.
  
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  Supplying the Adler Graduate School with the human, financial, and physical resources to ensure its future.
  

AGS serves the following groups and individuals: Students – predominantly working adults who desire a graduate-level education in Adlerian-based counseling and psychotherapy; managers seeking the skills to create a higher quality working environment; institutions, organizations and agencies seeking competent, well-trained personnel; and members of the community at large – especially those persons who have become discouraged and are experiencing significant problems in living.

Notice to Students

The School reserves the right to delete any course described in this publication for any reason, and cannot guarantee enrollment in specific sections of courses. The School also reserves the right to effect any other changes in curriculum, administration, tuition, fees, or any other phase of School activity without notice. The School expects each student to have knowledge of the information presented in this Catalog / Student Handbook.

II. All-School Policies – Administrative

All-School Ethics Policy

It is the policy of the Adler Graduate School that its employees and Board members uphold the highest standards of ethical, professional behavior. To that end, these employees and Board members shall dedicate themselves to carrying out the mission of this organization and shall:

1) Hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the students, the employees and the public in the performance of professional duties.

2) Act in such a manner as to uphold and enhance personal and professional honor, integrity and the dignity of the profession.

3) Treat with respect and consideration all persons, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, maternity, marital or family status, disability, age or national origin.

4) Engage in carrying out the Adler Graduate School's mission in a professional manner.

5) Collaborate with and support other professionals in carrying out the Adler Graduate School's mission.

6) Build professional reputations on the merit of services and refrain from competing unfairly with others.

7) Recognize that the chief function of the Adler Graduate School, at all times, is to serve the best interests of its constituency.

8) Accept as a personal duty the responsibility to keep up to date on emerging issues and to conduct oneself with professional competence, fairness, impartiality, efficiency, and effectiveness.

9) Respect the structure and responsibilities of the Board of Directors, provide them with facts and advice as a basis for their making policy decisions, and uphold and implement policies adopted by the Board of Directors.

10) Keep the Adler community informed about issues affecting it.

11) Conduct organizational and operational duties with positive leadership exemplified by open communication, creativity, dedication, and compassion.

12) Exercise whatever discretionary authority one has under the law to carry out the mission of the organization.

13) Serve with respect, concern, courtesy, and responsiveness in carrying out the organization's mission.

14) Demonstrate the highest standards of personal integrity, truthfulness, honesty, and fortitude in all activities in order to inspire confidence and trust in such activities.

15) Avoid any interest or activity that is in conflict with the conduct of their official duties.

16) Respect and protect privileged information to which one has access in the course of official duties.

17) Strive for personal and professional excellence and encourage the professional development of others.

Non-discrimination Policy

The Adler Graduate School is an equal opportunity educator and employer. AGS does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status or physical disability in employment of faculty or staff, the admission or treatment of students, or in the operation of its educational programs and activities. The School is committed to providing equal education and employment opportunities in accordance with all applicable State and Federal laws.