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DPOS Connect Resources

DPOS Connect

Use this link to go directly to the DPOS Connect login page:

 

Get Started with DPOS Connect

Request a Username (new schools) for DPOS Connect

How to Log in 

School Dashboard Tour

Additional School Users

In-State School User Guides

New School Application to Operate

New Agent Application

Renew Agent Account (Do not use this feature unless directed by DPOS)

New Program/Stand-Alone Course Application

Revise Approved Program/Stand-Alone Course

Add a New Instructor

Add New or Update School Contacts

New or Revised Catalog/Enrollment Agreement

Change of Location

Change of Name

Notify DPOS of Change of Ownership (submitted by current school owner)

Change of Ownership Application (completed by new school owner once username is created)

How to Add Additional Campus under Common Ownership

Additional Campus Application to Operate

Upload a New Surety or Update Existing Surety

Notification of School Closure

Submit Quarterly Assessments

Annual Filings

In-State School Forms/Resources

When filling out applications in DPOS Connect, the forms available below will need to be downloaded, completed and uploaded with the school's application.

New Agent Permit Application to Upload

Renewing Agent Application to Upload

Catalog Checklist

Catalog Sample

Course Syllabus Sample

Enrollment Agreement Checklist

Enrollment Agreement Sample

Evaluator Report/Advisory Committee Minutes Instructions

Evaluator Report

Instructor Application 

Separate Classroom Form (paper application to submit)

Surety: Bond Application

Surety: CD-Savings Account Assignment

Surety: Irrevocable Letter of Credit

Irrevocable Letter of Credit Requirements & Instruction

Externship/Internship Fact Sheet

Sample Transcript and Certificate Release Policy

 

In-State Renewal Application Resources

When filling out the renewal application in DPOS Connect, the forms available below will need to be downloaded, completed and uploaded with the school's application. 

Renewal Application FAQ's

Renewal Application User Guide

Renewing Agent Permit Application

Catalog Checklist

Enrollment Agreement Checklist

Distance Education Programs/Courses Table

Instructor Application 

Out-of-State School User Guides

Out-of-State Application to Operate (New School)

Out-of-State Application to Operate (Renew/Continue)

Add New or Update School Contacts

New Agent Application

New or Revised Catalog/Enrollment Agreement

Submit Quarterly Assessments

Out-of-State School Forms/Resources

When filling out applications in DPOS Connect, the forms available below will need to be downloaded, completed and uploaded with the school's application.                                                      

 
 FAQs for Out-of-State Schools
New Agent Application to Upload
Renewing Agent Application to Upload
Bond Application 
Catalog Checklist
Catalog Sample
Enrollment Agreement Checklist 
Enrollment Agreement Sample

 

Request an Exemption

To request an exemption for an existing school or a potential school, type the website address: ColoradoETPL.org directly in your web browser and click the New Provider/School/User: Get Started button. Choose "01-Private Occupational School - exempt" as the Provider Org Type and click Search. For step-by-step instructions, please review this user guide.

Once received, Division personnel will review the information provided in order to determine whether the school or education provider falls under the jurisdiction of DPOS, or if further investigation and follow-up are necessary to make a determination. The school or education provider will be notified of the Division determination or request for further information.

Submit a Complaint

If you would like to file a complaint about an approved Colorado private occupational school, type this web address into your browser and click enter: www.ColoradoETPL.org. Click "Submit a DPOS Complaint" to get started.

IMPORTANT!! PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU FILE:  If you have a complaint (that is not about a diploma mill), please be advised that according to statute, the Division of Private Occupational Schools may only accept an electronically filed complaint from an individual who was denied enrollment; is a current student; or is a former student of a private occupational school that is approved to operate in Colorado. 

If you are a former student, the Division may only process a complaint provided not more than two (2) calendar years have passed since you  last attended the school that is the subject of the complaint.  Under very limited circumstances, a third-party, who can show a monetary interest, in a matter involving a current or former student of a private occupational school (i.e. parent or legal guardian) may also be able to file a complaint.

Report an Unauthorized School

To report a school or education provider that may be illegally operating in the state of Colorado without the required authorization, type the website address: ColoradoETPL.org directly in your web browser and click "Submit a DPOS Complaint" to get started.