It is hereby generally recognized that courses of postsecondary instruction, whether given in residence, by mail, or electronically online, result in substantial benefits for students pursuing such courses, provided that such courses are designed and administered in accordance with recognized educational standards and practices. It is also recognized that persons taking such courses and postsecondary institutions offering such courses should be afforded additional protection under the laws of this state. It is the purpose of this chapter to supplement the general law of fraud of this state so as to provide for students, postsecondary institutions, and the general public such added protection.
Structure Code of Alabama
Chapter 46 - Regulation of Certain Schools and Courses of Instruction.
Section 16-46-1 - Definitions.
Section 16-46-2 - Declaration of Policy.
Section 16-46-4 - False Statements; Promises of Employment; Fraud.
Section 16-46-5 - License for Operation of Schools; Fees; Financial Stability.
Section 16-46-6 - Permit for Solicitation of Students.
Section 16-46-7 - Adoption of Rules and Regulations; Advisory Committee.
Section 16-46-8 - Enforcement Proceedings.
Section 16-46-9 - Review by State Board of Education; Review by Circuit Court of Montgomery County.