You will have control within the activity window time period as to when you participate. This method frees you from committing to a certain day and time, but they are not entirely on their own. O nline does not mean that you take the certificate independently or that this is a self-study program. A model that closely matches the format of the online program is a seminar-style class. You spend your time reading, performing homework exercises, and taking part in online discussions.
Participants enter the program as cohort members.
The cohort will consist of fifteen to twenty-five participants who will progress together through the program. This is particularly useful because you get to know the your online colleagues, thus adding to the richness of the experience. O nline does not mean that you are isolated from one another. There is an online orientation to help you get to know one another before the module starts. There is also an online student lounge area strictly for social interaction where opinions on timely topics and questions are submitted.