Start Dates, Cohorts, and Access Timing

Overview

This article explains when you’ll receive access to your course, how long you have to complete requirements, and how timing works for INCA’s self-paced specialty programs versus the Integrative Nurse Coach® Certificate Program (INCCP). Self-Paced Specialty Programs: Access + Completion Window Access timing: You’ll typically receive access within one business day of enrolling. Time to complete for a certificate: You have one year from your enrollment/access date to complete the core requirements and receive your certificate. Lifetime resources (where offered): Some programs may include lifetime access to certain resources. However, certificate eligibility still requires completing the core requirements within one year. If you believe you enrolled and did not receive access within one business day, please create a support ticket so we can help. INCCP: Cohort-Based Timing + Pre-Start Milestones The Integrative Nurse Coach® Certificate Program (INCCP) is cohort-based, meaning it follows a scheduled start date and structured progression. ~4 weeks before the program begins: You’ll receive a welcome letter with instructions, including how to select your Mentorship Group time and coordinate Peer Coaching timing. (See: Mentorship Groups and Peer Coaching.) ~1–2 weeks before the program begins: You’ll receive your iNurseCoach email to use for login and official course communications. 24 hours before the program begins: You’ll receive access to the course in Canvas. Important: It’s essential to follow the instructions in these emails promptly to avoid delays with onboarding, group placement, and course participation. Students who do not complete set up steps by the start date of the course will be automatically deferred to the next cohort. INCCP Levels: Required Order + Flexibility After Level 2 You must complete Level 1 before Level 2. You must complete Level 2 before Level 3. After completing Level 2, you may complete Level 3, Level 4, and any bonus course at any time (as applicable to your enrollment). Long-Term Access to INCCP Resources INCCP students receive lifetime access to course resources through an alumni community. Need Help with Timing, Access, or Your Start Date? If you’re unsure which timing rules apply to your enrollment, or if you think you missed an onboarding email or course access, please create a support ticket and include: The program you enrolled in The email address you used at registration Any relevant dates (enrollment date or cohort start date)