Hawaii Revised Statutes 446e. Unaccredited Degree Granting Institutions

• 446e-1 Definitions.
  As used in this chapter: "Degree" means a post-secondary credential, earned or honorary, conferring on the recipient the title or designation of "associate", "bachelor",...
• 446e-1.5 Repealed.
  L 2013, c 180, §5.
• 446e-1.6 Exceptions.
  This chapter shall not apply to the types of schools and courses of instruction that include: (1) Schools and educational programs conducted by firms,...
• 446e-1.7 Powers and Duties of the Director.
  The director may adopt rules in accordance with chapter 91 to carry out the functions, powers, and duties set forth in this chapter. [L...
• 446e-2 Disclosures.
  (a) Any unaccredited institution shall disclose in all catalogs, promotional materials, and contracts for instruction, the fact that the institution is not accredited by...
• 446e-3 Sanction.
  Any person who violates this chapter shall be deemed to have engaged in an unfair or deceptive act or practice pursuant to section 480-2....
• 446e-4 Service of Process.
  (a) Any unaccredited institution with a presence in the State shall designate and continuously maintain an agent in this State authorized to accept service...
• 446e-5 Prohibited Practices.
  (a) No unaccredited institution shall indicate or suggest that the State licenses, approves, or regulates its operations. Acceptance by the director of any documents...

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