What must my admission policies include?

• A. The program's goals and services provided, including whether the program accepts emergency admissions.
• B. The program's colors and branding.
• C. Financial targets for the next year.
• D. Staff schedules.

Answer: (A)

Admission policies should clearly describe what the program aims to achieve and what services it provides, so families understand what the program offers and what outcomes they can expect. Including whether emergency admissions are accepted is essential to transparency, since urgent situations require knowing if the program can take a child and under what conditions. This clarity helps families make informed decisions, ensures the program matches the child’s needs with available services, and aligns with regulatory expectations that agencies disclose their capacity and offerings. Details like branding, financial targets, or staff schedules aren’t part of admission policies; they relate to marketing, budgeting, or daily operations rather than the fundamental information about admissions and services.