Admissions
Why Choose EMA?
At EMA, we provide opportunities for professional growth because we know senior adults have the capability to learn new skills and adapt to today’s workforce needs.
We have found that people in this demographic are eager to learn computer software and modern tech languages, so Enlightened Minds Academy (EMA) has developed a series of online courses as per the needs of the silver learner. Students can choose a class, attend online, and get a certificate after completion.
If you are above the age of 55 and want to enter the workforce, but lack the skills or confidence, then EMA is for you. The reality is that learning new technical skills is essential to finding jobs due to rapid technological advancements and changes in traditional office-based jobs. EMA bridges the gap between your abilities and the demand for technical work.
You’ve got the potential. We’ve got the curriculum. Let’s build your career.
We offer the following certificates
Admissions
A student who applies for admission must have the admissions paperwork submitted before the student will be considered accepted to Enlightened Mind Academy Learning. Prospective students wishing to attend shall submit a complete application package, including a completed application and a copy of a valid government ID.
Course Load
Each module consists of four courses. It is recommended that students consider taking one course at a time.
Military/Law Enforcement Training
EMA accepts military/law enforcement and other training for academic credit based on ACE College Credit Recommendation Service evaluations, as outlined in The National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs and The Guide to Educational Experiences in the Armed Services.
Continuous Enrollment
A student is considered actively enrolled or “Active” if he or she is registered for at least one course, has been assigned an Instructor, and has not been administratively withdrawn for any reason. Students continue in “Active” status unless they have a term in which they fail to successfully complete at least one course. Students who do not complete any courses in a given term will be considered “Inactive” and will be withdrawn unless they contact their Student Advisor with a compelling explanation for the inactivity and are not subject to administrative withdrawal for any other reason.
An “Active” student must enroll in the term immediately following the end of his/her current term. If a student prefers a later start date for the next term, he/she must notify his/her Student Advisor 30 days prior to the end of the term.
Once a student withdraws or is administratively withdrawn, he or she must re-enroll and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the new enrollment agreement, including the new program of study requirements, if any updates or changes exist.
Taking a Break Between Terms
A student may take a break between terms, as long as he or she notifies his/her Student Advisor 30 days prior to the end of the current term and the next term’s start date is within 60 days after completion of the previous term. A student who has an extraordinary circumstance and needs a break of more than 60 days may request a Leave of Absence. Please see “Leave of Absence” in this catalog for further information.
Admission is Not Guaranteed
Under the following circumstances, admission will not be granted:
- The prospective student does not meet EMA’s requirements for admission.
- There are discrepancies in the provided admission documents that cannot be resolved, including false or missing information.
- The student is a threat or disruptive to EMA’s community or its operations, including breach of the code of ethics and/or other inappropriate actions.
Technology Requirements
EMA requires the following technical specifications to ensure students can successfully take examinations and complete their coursework.
- Computer that runs at least Windows 10 or higher or Mac OS X, with at least 4GB of RAM (8 GB recommended)
- Webcam (resolution at least 640 x 480 with 1280 x 720 recommended)
- Computer microphone (many webcams have a built-in microphone)
- Computer speakers or headphones
- Adobe PDF reader
- Microsoft Office, including, as a minimum, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
- Google Chrome web browser (most current version) with Adobe Flash Player installed (Adobe Flash Player is a free download from adobe.com)
- Reliable high-speed Internet connection of at least 10-15 Mbps.
It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that these requirements are met. If you use technology that does not meet these requirements, it is possible that you will not be able to complete some course material. Failure to complete a course due to technology that does not meet these specifications will result in a failing grade.