QUALITY INSTRUCTION

Freedom Academy's goal is to provide classes and instruction of outstanding quality to students.  Instructors are specialists in their areas and have strong background built upon extensive on-the-job experience.  Practical or simulated workplace experiences are emphasized wherever possible in the classroom.  Freedom Academy has no admission requirements other than a desire to learn.  Some courses do have prerequisites which will be indicated in the course description.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

The Freedom Academy, Inc. admits students of any sex, race, color, national and ethnic origin or disability to all the rights, privileges, programs and activates generally accorded or made available to students of the school.  It does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national and ethical origins or disability in administration of its educational policies , admissions policies and other school administered policies or programs.

COLLEGE CREDIT

College credit option is available for some approved classes through Freedom Academy for Vincennes University.  The cost per credit hour is $40.

CLASS CANCELLATION

Class registration will END 5 BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR to class start date.  Class cancellation can occur due to lack of enrollment.  Students will be notified if a class is cancelled.

FEES

Text & Materials are included, Except Where Noted.

MATERIALS

• Text fee is subject to change due to publisher's cost.

• Material fee is non-refundable

CLASS FEES

Payments must be received in the Freedom Academy office 8 days prior to the start date of the class.

Payments can be mailed to:

    Freedom Academy

    PO Box 515

    Kendallville, IN 46755

or paid by phone by calling 800-200-6499 or brought to the office at 743 E. North Street, Kendallville

LATE FEES

$25. late fee for registrations processed 5 or fewer business days prior to start of class.

FEE REFUND SCHEDULE

Credit Cards:

If payment is received by credit card, all refunds will be issued in the form of a gift card.

Material & Text Fees:

• NO refund

Tuition:

• Full refund if cancellation is made 72 hours prior to first class meeting

• 1/2 refund prior to 2nd class meeting

• NO refund prior to 3rd class meeting

12 Hours or Fewer Classes & all Spanish Classes:

• NO refund

Real Estate Classes:

• $100.00 deposit is non-refundable

• $179.50 refund prior to 2nd class meeting

• NO refund prior to 3rd class meeting

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Weather Class Cancellation Public Notification:  

Weather related class cancellations will be posted on the following Radio and TV stations: 

• Radio: WBTU 93.3fm (Ft Wayne), WAWK 1140am (Kendallville), Froggy 106.7fm (Auburn)

• Ft Wayne TV:  WANE Channel 15, WPTA Channel 21, WISE Channel 33

• South Bend TV:  WNDU Channel 16, WSBT Channel 22

The above info. is also shown on the Student and Instructor confirmation letters

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Freedom Academy?
We are a not-for-profit organization established for adults who wish to upgrade their employment skills or learn a hobby or craft.  Year round classes are offered for the public, and on-site training is available for those businesses and industries that provide training for their employees.

How do you deliver education and training?
Our Public classes are held either at the local northeast Indiana public schools in Steuben, DeKalb, Noble, LaGrange, Whitley and Kosciusko counties, usually in the evening hours during the week, or in northeast Indiana public libraries and other community classrooms.  Most students really appreciate the convenience.  On Site training is held for Business and Industry in their training rooms or at a location of their choice.

What programs are offered?
We offer many program areas including Personal Computers, Technology, Management/Supervision, Safety, Quality, Real Estate, Leadership, Business, Human Resource Management and more. We also offer community interest classes, seminars and course overviews.  Please check our Course Catalogue page for a full listing.  We encourage your suggestions for other classes of skill or interest.

I have seen your course offering, but what if my company needs training that is specific to our organization?
As part of our programs and services, we provide tailored and/or custom-designed training for business and industry to meet your specialized requirements.

I haven't been in a classroom since I left high school.  What can I expect from one of your classes?
You will be very comfortable taking a Freedom Academy class.  Most students are just like you!  Our instructors are just the best.  They are working people who have mastered a skill or a trade and want the opportunity to share their expertise with others.  Students consistently give Freedom Academy instructors and classes superior ratings.  You'll have fun in a non-threatening environment while learning something new.