Policies, Standards, and Refunds

Advanced Project Management Certification (APMIC)

APMIC is committed to delivering professional education that is transparent, ethically governed, and fair to learners across global jurisdictions. Clear institutional policies exist to protect students, uphold academic integrity, and make expectations understandable before enrollment.

This page outlines the academic, enrollment, refund, and learner conduct policies governing participation in APMIC programs. These policies apply to all learners, regardless of enrollment pathway, geographic location, or payment method.

APMIC operates as a training partner of Advanced Education Group LLC, an online, non degree granting postsecondary educational institution headquartered in Orem, Utah. Policies are written to meet best practices for online professional education and to support credential integrity.

For program and enrollment details: advising@apmic.org | +1 801 919 8741
For technical support: support@apmic.org

1) Institutional Scope and Educational Boundaries

APMIC is a professional training program designed to develop applied project management competence. It does not confer academic degrees, professional licensure, or legal authorization to practice regulated activities.

Training is role aligned, standards grounded, and outcome-drive through training for advanced in-depth skills rather than career and interviewing alone. Learners are trained continuously in ethical decision making, governance discipline, documentation integrity, and responsible stakeholder communication.

By enrolling, learners acknowledge:

  • The program is vocational and professional in nature

  • Completion is based on participation and meeting academic requirements

  • Outcomes depend on individual engagement and external variables beyond institutional control

  • Learners must represent training and credentials accurately and conservatively

2) Enrollment Policy

Enrollment is completed online and provides immediate access to course materials after payment is confirmed or an approved payment plan is active.

To enroll, learners must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age

  • Have sufficient English proficiency to engage with professional level instruction and assessment

  • Have reliable internet access and a compatible device

  • Be capable of independent online learning in a self paced environment

Admission is not selective or competitive. Enrollment does not guarantee program completion, certification issuance, employment, or professional outcomes.

3) Program Access and Delivery

APMIC is delivered fully online through a secure learning platform accessible via desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.

Instructional materials may include:

  • Written lessons and reference materials

  • Video instruction and applied demonstrations

  • Audio resources for reinforcement

  • Interactive exercises and simulations

  • Scenario based evaluations

  • Reflective assignments and applied case analysis

Lifetime Access Clarification

Lifetime access refers to continued availability of enrolled content for the life of the program offering. It does not guarantee perpetual platform operation, indefinite instructor availability, or an obligation to maintain identical course features forever. APMIC’s intent is long term access with ongoing curriculum improvements, while maintaining realistic institutional boundaries.

4) Academic Integrity and Learner Conduct

APMIC maintains strict academic integrity standards to protect the credibility of its credentials and the professional safety of stakeholders who may later rely on graduate work.

Learners are expected to:

  • Complete assessments independently

  • Submit original work where required

  • Engage respectfully in learning spaces and community environments

  • Follow ethical standards taught throughout the program

  • Represent credentials accurately and conservatively

Content Use and Sharing Rules

  • Sharing login access, copying protected content, or distributing assessment materials is not allowed

  • Republishing lessons, quizzes, or answer keys is not allowed

  • Using APMIC checklists and templates inside your workplace or consulting practice is allowed, provided you do not copy and repost the course itself

Disrespectful communication toward staff or peers may trigger advisory committee review and can result in suspension or disqualification.

Plagiarism, credential misuse, or misrepresentation may result in certification revocation without refund.

5) Assessment and Certification Requirements

Certification is awarded only after completion of required coursework, assessments, and any capstone level components.

Completion criteria may include:

  • Required module and lesson completion

  • Assessment performance thresholds

  • Capstone evaluation submission if applicable

  • Policy acknowledgments where required

APMIC reserves the right to withhold certification if academic standards are not met. External bodies retain independent authority over any third party credential recognition.

6) Refund Policy

APMIC offers a 14 day refund period so learners can evaluate fit with confidence.

To be eligible for a refund:

  • The request must be submitted within 14 calendar days of enrollment

  • Course completion must not exceed 20 percent of total program content

  • No certificate or credential must have been issued

Refund requests submitted after either threshold is exceeded are not eligible for approval.

Refunds are processed to the original payment method when possible. Processing timelines may vary by payment provider.

7) Non Refundable Circumstances

Refunds are not available if:

  • Completion exceeds 20 percent of the program

  • The 14 day window has passed

  • Certificates or credentials have been issued

  • Academic integrity violations have occurred

  • Access has been revoked due to misconduct

Some payment processing fees imposed by third party providers may be non refundable.

8) Payment Plans and Financial Arrangements

APMIC offers multiple payment options to support accessibility, including:

  • Affirm

  • Klarna

  • Afterpay

  • PayPal

  • In house interest free payment plans up to 12 months when eligible

Payment plan approval and repayment schedules are subject to provider terms. Learners remain financially responsible for all agreed payments.

Failure to meet payment obligations may result in suspension of access until accounts are resolved.

9) Scholarship Policy

Limited scholarships of up to ten percent may be offered based on availability and eligibility criteria determined by APMIC.

Scholarships:

  • Are applied at enrollment

  • Are non transferable

  • Are non retroactive

  • Are non refundable

  • May vary by enrollment period

For scholarship questions: advising@apmic.org

10) Program Updates and Curriculum Changes

APMIC conducts periodic curriculum reviews to maintain relevance, accuracy, and alignment with professional standards.

As part of continuous improvement, APMIC may:

  • Update lesson content

  • Add or revise assessments

  • Adjust instructional materials and learning tools

  • Expand pathways or standards aligned structures where applicable

Updates are designed to enhance learning without diluting academic standards. Learners can submit feedback at any time, and support remains available.

11) Technical Requirements and Learner Responsibility

Learners are responsible for maintaining:

  • Reliable internet access

  • A compatible device

  • An updated browser and software

APMIC provides technical support but is not responsible for issues caused by learner hardware, connectivity limitations, or third party software problems.

12) Support, Complaints, and Escalation

APMIC provides academic and technical support.

Contact:

  • Program guidance and advising: advising@apmic.org | +1 801 919 8741

  • Technical and platform support: support@apmic.org

Concerns related to assessment integrity, learner conduct, or instructional issues may be escalated for advisory or committee review when warranted.

13) Limitation of Liability and Outcome Language

APMIC does not guarantee employment, income, certification outcomes, licensure, or professional advancement.

Participation does not establish an employment relationship or professional endorsement. Learners are responsible for how they apply training within their jurisdiction and workplace context.

14) Policy Updates

APMIC reserves the right to update institutional policies as required by law, accreditation standards, or operational needs. Material policy changes will be communicated to learners when applicable.

Contact Information

For questions regarding policies, refunds, or enrollment: advising@apmic.org | +1 801 919 8741
For technical inquiries: support@apmic.org

FAQ: Policies, Refunds, and Standards (APMIC)

1) If I enroll and immediately start the course, do I lose my refund eligibility?

Not automatically. You remain eligible during the 14 day window as long as your total completion stays at or below 20 percent and no certificate has been issued. The refund policy exists so you can evaluate platform fit and curriculum structure without being trapped. If you complete more than 20 percent, the program is considered substantially accessed and refund eligibility ends.

2) What does 20 percent completion mean in practice?

It refers to your progress through the program content as tracked inside the learning platform. This protects fairness because the program includes substantial materials and long term access. If you are unsure how progress is calculated, contact support@apmic.org before completing additional sections so you can make an informed decision within the refund window.

3) Are payment plan enrollments eligible for the same refund policy?

Yes. The same 14 day and 20 percent thresholds apply. Refund processing and timing may vary depending on the payment method and third party provider terms. If a third party charges non refundable fees, those fees may not be recoverable through APMIC.

4) What happens if I miss a payment on an installment plan?

If a payment is missed, access may be suspended until the account is brought current. This protects fairness across learners and ensures APMIC can continue delivering platform access and support. If you anticipate a problem, contact advising@apmic.org early so you understand available options before access is interrupted.

5) Can I share course materials with my team or reuse content at work?

Sharing protected course content, quizzes, answer keys, or login access is not allowed. However, using APMIC provided templates and checklists inside your workplace or consulting practice is allowed, as long as you are not republishing the course content itself. The rule is simple: operational tools are fine, redistribution of the education product is not.

6) What behavior could result in removal from the program?

Academic integrity violations, credential misuse, harassment, abusive communication, repeated misconduct, or sharing restricted materials can result in advisory review and potential removal. This policy exists to protect learner safety, preserve credential credibility, and maintain a professional learning environment.

7) If I complete the program, does APMIC guarantee I can get a PM job?

No. Outcomes vary based on experience, role fit, market conditions, interview skill, and execution. APMIC provides structured education and professional documentation signals. It does not sell job guarantees.

8) What does accreditation or standards alignment mean and what does it not mean?

Standards alignment confirms the program is structured around defined learning outcomes, instructional design, assessment methodology, and documented training hours where applicable. It does not confer licensure, legal authority, or guarantee employment. It is a quality and structure signal, not a legal authorization.