Overview

Students enrolled in Online Guided may be eligible to receive verified course completion and instructor-verified grade reports.

These documents are often requested by:

  • High schools

  • Homeschool programs

  • Colleges

  • Employers

  • Organizations requiring proof of course completion

What Is Verified Course Completion?

Verified Course Completion is confirmation from Start ASL that a student has successfully completed a course and met the applicable course requirements.

Verification may be used by schools, homeschool programs, employers, or other organizations that require proof of course completion.

What Is a Grade Report?

A Grade Report is a record of a student's course performance that has been verified by Start ASL instructors.

Grade reports may be useful when a school or organization requires:

  • Course grades

  • Completion verification

  • Academic documentation

  • Supporting records for credit evaluation

Who Can Receive Verified Course Completion and Grade Reports?


Verified Course Completion and Grade Reports are available to:

✅ Online Guided students


These services are not included with:

❌ Online Self-Study

❌ Offline Course Downloads

Can I Use Start ASL for School Credit?

Many schools and homeschool programs accept Start ASL courses for world language credit.

However, whether credit is awarded is always determined by the student's school or educational institution.


Important: Credit is awarded by your school, not by Start ASL.


Start ASL courses are:

  • Aligned with the California World Language Standards

  • Aligned with ACTFL standards

  • Used by many schools and homeschool programs

Start ASL courses are not accredited.

Students seeking school credit should verify requirements with their school before enrolling.

Course Completion Certificates

Eligible online courses include a Certificate of Completion when course requirements have been satisfied.

Certificates may be used as proof that a student completed a course.

Acceptance of certificates is determined by the receiving institution.

What Is the Verification Code on My Certificate?


Completion certificates issued through our platform include a unique verification code.

This code allows Start ASL to verify the authenticity of the certificate.

Organizations may use this verification process when they need confirmation that a certificate was legitimately issued by Start ASL.

Does a Certificate Guarantee School Credit?

No.

A completion certificate shows that a course was completed.

Whether credit is awarded is determined entirely by the student's school, homeschool program, college, employer, or other organization.

Which Option Should I Choose If My School Requires Verification?

If your school requires:

  • Instructor verification

  • Verified grades

  • Completion verification

  • Additional documentation

Online Guided is generally the recommended option.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Start ASL Courses Accredited?

No.

Start ASL courses are not accredited.

However, they are aligned with recognized world language standards and are accepted by many schools and homeschool programs.

Can Start ASL Guarantee My School Will Award Credit?

No.

Each school establishes its own policies regarding transfer credit, independent study credit, and world language requirements.

Students should obtain approval from their school before enrolling.

Can Employers Verify My Certificate?

Yes.

Certificates issued through the new platform include a unique verification code that may be used to confirm authenticity.