During the Limited registration period AR blue badge employees can sign up for only ONE class. The purpose for this registration period is to allow everyone to take their favorite course, and extend the program to as many unique users as possible. Limited Registration begins on January 14th at 12:30pm.

During the Open Registration period AR blue badge employees can sign up to ANY remaining classes. Open registration begins on January 16th at 12:30pm and extends until all the courses are filled. Please keep in mind to familiar yourself with the Academy Etiquette before selecting courses.

You can use the search bar to type in any free word search (“mix” for “mixology” for example). You can also use the pull downs for the Availability Status/Pillar/Sub-category/Month to help narrow down as well. Type in your desired search and press enter. To clear your search, backspace then hit enter again. You may need to *refresh” your page for these settings to reset. When searching you can select Upcoming, located on the top of the homepage and it will bring you back to the top. Please keep in consideration the Academy Etiquette before selecting courses to have the best Academy experience.

Once you register for a course, you will receive a calendar invite. Be sure to download and add it to your calendar. Your registration will be recorded in the Splash management system. You will receive reminder emails at regular intervals, including one approximately a day before the class. These emails will contain information about the course, materials and readiness for the class. Be sure to review them in advance so you're well prepared for the class. One the day of the course simply find one of the emails, which will include an access button. Use the button to join your virtual class.

The course syllabus, pre-work and class materials can be accessed under the Resource section of each course. This information is also highlighted in the course reminders sent prior to the class. Additionally, Please note that pre-work and materials are typically available no later than three days before the class starts.                    

Yes. After registering for your class, you will need to manually select Outlook as your preferred calendar. Once selected, you’ll receive a confirmation email containing a calendar invite. You will need to download the invite and add it to your calendar yourself, it will not populate automatically. We also send a couple of reminders emails through the Splash management system, which will include the class invite. However, we strongly recommend adding the class to your calendar right after registration to avoid scheduling conflicts.

Waitlists are actively managed, so we recommended adding the class invite to your calendar in case your added. If a spot opens up, an Academy Coordinators will promptly fill it with someone from the waitlist. If you're are selected, you'll receive an email notification confirming your spot in the class. Since you registered for a waitlisted course, we assume you've already planned to attend if a spot becomes available.

Participants can take the class wherever it is most convenient for them to learn and engage.  This includes their office desk, conference room, or home.  Academy Coordinators will leverage the registration information to pre-schedule conference rooms whenever practical.  As a reminder all social courses involving alcohol or cooking will be planned outside normal business hours enabling participants to join from home.

Please reach out to our Academy Coordinators if you have any issues logging into the session. For most programs, the Academy Coordinators will be present during the opening section of the classes and can help accommodate.

Yes, for two key reasons. First, the Academy aims to foster connection and engagement among Amazonians across different parts of the organization. Secondly, having your video on allows instructors to gauge real-time feedback, ensuring their instruction is effective and engaging. This interaction improves the overall class experience.

 To facilitate meaningful participation, class sizes are kept small (usually under 30 participants) so everyone can be actively involved. Your participation and engagement are key to getting the most out of the learning experience.

If your course requires a kit (e.g., Mixology, Painting, Relax and Wellness, or any food-related classes), it will be sent to the address you provided during registration. Kits are typically shipped at least a week before the class begins, though they may arrive slightly later. If you haven’t received your kit three days before to the class, please contact the Academy Coordinators. Please note that if you do not attend the class, you may be asked to return the kit so it can be issued to someone else.

At the end of the final class session, you’ll be asked to complete a survey, which will be sent to your email. This is your chance to provide feedback on the course content, instructor, format, and more. Your input helps us work with the vendor and instructors to make improvements. The Committee takes pride in delivering high-quality courses and fostering engagement, so your feedback is valuable in ensuring we continue to offer meaningful content.  Additionally, we will take a class photo at the end, so we encourage you to wear or bring your swag for the photo!

As soon as you know you cannot attend a course you’ve enrolled in, please contact our Academy Coordinators so they can offer your spot to someone on the waitlist. The earlier we receive notice, the better, as it increases the chances of filling the seat. We aim to avoid wasting company resources, particularly for high-cost courses, and want to ensure that every seat is utilized.

If there isn’t a waitlist, you may be asked to check if a team member or colleague can take your place. Our Splash management system provides reminders, so courses should not come as a surprise. Please ensure all classes are added to your calendar, and you’re prepared to attend.

We understand that conflicts may arise, but we encourage you to be proactive in notifying us to minimize no-shows and last-minute cancellations. By reserving a seat, you are preventing someone else from attending, so it’s crucial we have the opportunity to fill any vacancies as early as possible. While we strive to be accommodating, we want to keep last-minute cancellations to a minimum.

When a course is listed with a number (e.g #1, #2), it indicates the multiple sessions are available. For example, if a course shows #1 and #2, it means the course is being offered at different times or dates, often in different time zones, providing you with the best option to choose from.