Tuition Reimbursement Policy

AUA encourages and supports employees who seek to continue their education and grow within their professional careers. In keeping with this philosophy, the Company has established a reimbursement program for expenses incurred through approved institutions of learning. Full- time regular employees who  have  completed at least two years of employment  are  eligible  for participation in this program for studies in relation to AUA’s vision, mission and goals. This can include college credit courses, continuing education unit courses, seminars, certification tests and direct course expenses to include academic fees and books. Meals, lodging and transportation expenses are not eligible for reimbursement.

AUA will reimburse up to a maximum of $2,500.00 (US) per calendar year incurred by an employee for continuing education through an accredited program that either offers growth in an area related to his or her current position or might lead to promotional opportunities. However, if an employee receives an accreditation award in accordance with the AT&LU Collective Bargaining Agreement, where applicable, the tuition reimbursement allocated for the said year will be reduced to the extent of the accreditation award received.

You must secure a minimum passing grade of “B” or its equivalent to be considered for any reimbursement. Expenses must be validated by receipts and a copy of the final grade card must be presented to show successful completion of course(s) taken.

 

Requirements for reimbursement:

1. Complete the Tuition Reimbursement Form Pre-Approval Request. You are responsible for ensuring this is completed and signed by your supervisor or manager and submitted to the Human Resources Department.

 

2. Provide your supervisor and or manager with information about the course for which you would like to receive reimbursement. Supervisors and Managers have discretion to approve or not approve the program of study. The VP of Administration has final authority.

 

3. Provide proof of enrolment in the course of study. A copy of the Tuition Reimbursement Form (TRF) will be provided when this is done.

 

4. Upon completion  of  the  course of study,  submit  the  original Tuition Reimbursement Form (TRF)  with  the  reimbursement section filled out, including appropriate signatures, as well as receipts and evidence of passing grade to your department head. The department head will then submit all documentation to the HR department who will ensure completion of the process for reimbursemen