Policies effective January 2008

Cancellation, Refund and Non-Sufficient Funds Policies

In Town Courses:  Refunds are issued less a $50 administration fee (no GST) up to 7 days prior to course start date. After 7 days before course start date, no refunds will be issued except under emergency situations approved by the Academy.

Out of Town Courses Cancellation/Refund Policy: No refund 30 days prior to course start date.  Full refund (less $50 administration fee) if notice is given in writing to the teacher more than 30 days before course start date, or if course is cancelled by the Academy.

No full or partial refunds for partially finished courses (applies to all in town and out of town courses).

NSF Policy

A non-refundable fee of $25 will be assessed for all insufficient funds whether by credit card, PayPal or cheque.

Definitions

In Town Rates: refers to courses taught in the teacher's home town.

Out of Town Rates: refers to courses where the teacher must travel to teach outside their home town.

Early Bird Tuition Rate: refers to those who have registered and paid in full 14 days in advance of the course start date (in town) and 30+ days in advance (to assist teachers who are from out of town with their travel planning).

Regular Tuition Rate: the rate for students who register and pay less than 14 days prior to course start date.

GST (Canada only): all courses in Canada are subject to 5% GST.  Courses in the U.S. are subject to applicable local taxes.

Credit Card and PayPal Fees: appropriate fees will be added during "CheckOut" for each transaction.