On-Demand Learning

NACAC understands that college admission counseling professionals have busy schedules, so we offer a growing catalog of on-demand learning opportunities. Register today and learn at your own pace!

Need some answers? Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions below.

What’s Next: Admission and advising after the SCOTUS ruling

Industry experts joined NACAC staff for a two-day forum as they unpack the U.S. Supreme Court’s opinion and discuss the design of admission policies moving forward.

The Character Focus Initiative

NACAC is pleased to continue the work of Character Collaborative and offer this series of courses on the importance of considering character in the college admission process.

The Counselor’s Guide to the Student-Athlete Advising Process

An insider’s guide to college athletics that provides all the information you need in one convenient place.

College Admission Ethics in Action

A 35-minute, on-demand course that provides critical information on ethical behavior in the student recruitment process.

Financial Aid 101: Fundamentals of Financial Aid

Eight on-demand learning modules packed with critical information professionals need to guide students and families through the financial aid application process.

Professional Certificate: International University Advocate

A course for secondary counselors and IECs to gain the expertise needed to support students who are interested in international postsecondary opportunities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to questions you may have after registering for one of our on-demand learning offerings: 

After registering for the course, you will receive an email with a link to NACAC’s learning management system. If you do not already have an account, you will be prompted to create one. 

You will be able to register for all live sessions within the course in NACAC’s learning management system. You will also receive an email before each live session with the registration link and information on how to prepare for the live session. All live sessions are held via Zoom. 

It depends on the professional certificate. You will have 6 months to access and complete the course, but in order to receive a digital badge, you will need to complete all coursework by the course end date for your semester/cohort. 

Completion certificates can be downloaded directly from your profile in the learning management system.   

If you qualify for a digital badge at the end of the semester/cohort you registered for, you will receive an email from Canvas Badges with your digital badge. This email may end up in your junk/spam folder, so if you do not see it in your inbox, be sure to check there as well. 

As of August 1, 2023, all requests to switch cohorts, extend course access (by 1 month) or cancellations of course registrations will be subject to a $50 processing fee per person/per course.  No refunds will be processed.

As of August 1, 2023, course access can be extended for 1 month for a $50 processing fee. 

No, refunds are not available.

Please note: As of August 1, 2023, all requests to switch cohorts, extend course access (by 1 month) or changes to course registrations will be subject to a $50 processing fee per person/per course.  No refunds will be processed.