Frequently Asked Questions
Click below for answers to questions about the Lifelong Learning Program (LLeaP):
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE IN LLEAP?
- Do I have to be retired or of a certain age to participate in LLeaP?
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No. We welcome adults of all ages to join the LLeaP community and participate in our offerings!
- I’m not a Carleton alumnus. Can I still sign up and participate in LLeaP?
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Yes! Our program is open to the general public.
- Are there any prerequisites?
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Prerequisites are only applicable to upper level language workshops, unless otherwise stated in the series description.
- How can I become a LLeaP lecturer?
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To see if we currently have a call out for proposals, or to submit a general expression of interest, click here.
LECTURES AND WORKSHOPS
- How long do your series run for?
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Most of our series run once weekly for two hours over the course of six consecutive weeks.
Language workshops typically run twice weekly for two hours over the course of five consecutive weeks.
- Are lecture notes/slides provided?
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The distribution of lecture content is optional for LLeaP lecturers given copyright laws and intellectual property rights.
When applicable, content will be uploaded to LLeaP Learn within 2 business days of a lecture/workshop taking place. Click here to learn more.
- What parking is available for your lectures and workshops?
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Visit our parking page for general parking information.
Visit LLeaP Learn for parking information specific to current and upcoming LLeaP series.
REGISTRATION
NEW: Effective April 1, 2023, registration takes place via LLeaP Learn. For more information, click the FAQs below or visit our LLeaP Learn Guide
- How do I register for a LLeaP series?
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Our registration now takes place entirely on LLeaP Learn. Learn more here.
For registration dates and details, please visit our registration page.
- What should I know for the best registration experience?
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To avoid added delays on registration day, we strongly encourage all participants to:
- Create a username and password on the LLeaP Learn before registration day.
- Log into their LLeaP Learn account before 10:00 a.m. ET. on registration day.
- Browse and familiarize themselves with our offerings and enrollment process.
- Read and refer to our LLeaP Learn Guide as needed.
- I know LLeaP series often fill quickly. How can I stay informed about registration dates?
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We announce session registration dates on our registration page. To receive this information directly, join our electronic mailing list.
- I want to register in a LLeaP series but it is already full. Can I be placed on a waiting list?
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Yes! If a LLeaP series is full, you can join the waitlist. Our waitlists are monitored daily and processed in sequence by date/time received.
PAYMENT AND FEES
- What are the typical fees for taking LLeaP lectures or workshops?
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We strive to maintain an affordable program by aiming to cover only the costs of preparing and staffing each session.
Upcoming and current session fees can be located on our LLeaP Learn.
Previous session fees can be located on our Lectures & Workshops page.
- Is there a discount for Carleton alumni or Carleton employees?
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No, our prices are the same for everyone.
- Do you sell gift certificates?
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Yes, LLeaP is proud to offer gift certificates that can be applied toward any of our series.
Purchase a gift certificate here.
- Can I email or provide my credit card information in a voicemail?
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No! Please NEVER email your credit card information or provide it in a voicemail.
For your protection, we do not accept and will not process credit card information provided in an email or voicemail message.
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LLEAP POLICIES
- What is your privacy policy?
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In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection Privacy Act (FIPPA), the Lifelong Learning Program never releases its mailing list information to third parties, nor keeps record of credit card numbers. Click here to learn more.
- Where can I find your full list of policies?
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To view our full list of policies, click here.