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Certificate of Liability Insurance for Study Abroad Programs

Purpose

This procedures outlines the requirement for obtaining a "Certificate of Liability Insurance" from the third-party study abroad provider to ensure that Palm Beach State College is properly documented and protected under the provider’s insurance policy.

Certificate of Liability Insurance Requirements

  1. Obligation of the Program Director of Education Abroad:
    • The Program Director of Education Abroad is responsible for ensuring that the third-party provider of the Study Abroad Program supplies a valid "Certificate of Liability Insurance" concurrently with the submission of the Service Agreement.
    • The Program Director must request and secure the certificate in a timely manner, ensuring that all necessary documentation is in place for the program’s approval.
  2. Certificate Holder Information:
    • The third-party tour operator must explicitly list the following as the "Certificate Holder" on the Certificate of Liability Insurance:
      • Palm Beach State College
        Attn: Palm Beach State College District Board of Trustees
        4200 Congress Ave
        Lake Worth, FL 33461
  3. Submission of Documentation:
    • The Program Director of Education Abroad is responsible for submitting the Certificate of Liability Insurance, with Palm Beach State College listed as the Certificate Holder, to the Office of International Education.
  4. Ensuring Compliance:
    • The Office of International Education will review the submitted Certificate of Liability Insurance to confirm that it meets all necessary requirements and includes the correct Certificate Holder information.
    • If any corrections are required, the Program Director will be notified and must work with the third-party provider to resolve any issues promptly.