Frequently Asked Questions:
I've compiled a list of the most commonly asked questions about the Foundation course. If you need to ask something else, send us a note here.
Who can apply:
Anyone. Since September 2021, we welcome all genders for all of our classes. For clarity, this course is not basic anti-racism or similar class. We expect a basic degree of understanding about anti-oppressive work. This is a brave space, it's ok to make mistakes AND we want to treat people with care and respect.
What if I am having trouble with the application?
No worries. We accept a verbal application or can provide other arrangements. Book directly into Anuradha's calendar here.
When do the applications close?
We have a rolling application. You can apply for SPCS year round for the next cohort. We encourage you to set up your payment plan and get on-boarded for the course for the next fall cohort.
What if I can't make a call live or I'm in another time zone?
No worries. We have done our best to make the live sessions as accessible across many time zones. Each week you will have a list of the resources, topics discussed, and practices. In addition, we record the calls and upload them to the Mighty Networks portal within 48 hours along with the transcript. We do ask everyone to participate in some way, either in the live class or in the discussion within Mighty Networks, or a combination of the two.
What if I can't afford the class?
What if I can't keep up with the course materials?
That is completely fine. The materials are optional. We do our best to summarize the salient points of the readings in during class and we are continuously looking to add more variety of resources that are beyond readings (ie, audios, graphics, videos, etc.) We have also added 2 integration weeks at Week 5 and Week 10 where no new materials are added, so there is time to integrate.
You will also have access to the recordings and a list of the resources for future perusal after the course is completed.
What if I'm not sure if I am good fit?
Send us a direct email, or schedule time with Anuradha to chat about it.
What if I want to take this in a professional or business capacity?
That's fantastic. Several businesses/teams have taken the course. For those taking this training as part of a professional development training or in a business capacity. We ask that you pay at the Business rate tiers. We encourage you to bring a team member and join us together.
We are happy to provide a certificate of completion.
Can I take this course again in the future?
Yes, of course. We've had a few students sign up to take the course again. Each group has a different set of perspectives they bring and each time, to keep it fresh, we strive to bring in new content and new learnings.
What will you be offering further trainings?
Yes, we'll be regularly offering the SPCS course for Business. This will be focused on businesses/teams to bring post capitalist praxis into organizations or other commuity projects.
In addition, we plan to offer periodic workshops, panels, and other trainings. Sign up to our list to get the details.
What is a 90 minute work session (for the Business/Professional level)?
It's time with Anuradha to work on a business asset - some people want to work over an accessibility statement or we can figure out a pricing model for a service. It's really up to you how you can use your time.
Which price should I pay?
That's really up to you. Our break even cost for the Foundation course, for individuals is £600, and for business/professional clients is £900. You'll have a choice to pay in full or pay in 3 installments.
Why do you charge in GBP?
The Kowtha Constellation is based in the UK and hence our main currency is the pound sterling. You can choose to pay via direct bank transfer or Wise (formerly TransferWise) if those solutions work better for you or your organization. Let us know if you need these details.
When do we start?
The 2023 start date is still TBD.
Can I do a work-trade and what does that entail? We currently have 1 work-trade positions open. Our work-trade for this September 2023 cohort is transcript clean up via Otter.ai or similar administrative work.
Anuradha will provide a training for you on how to use the software and the general guidelines. These tasks will be time sensitive.
What happens if I have to stop my work-trade or payments?
If you let us know, we can work with you. If you suddenly stop showing up for your work-trade commitments or stop your payments without letting us know, we will remove you from the course until you are current again. This includes receiving access to the resources and recordings.
Do you offer refunds?
For those who take the course as an individual, we offer a refund within 14-days of signing up, in accordance to distance selling regulations. After 14 days for individuals or any for businesses, we do not give refunds. You'll have access to your payment plan details via ThriveCart and have complete control of your payments. As stated above, if you cancel any further payments, you will be removed from the course.
How long is the course?
It's a 14 week experience with trainings, guest speakers, and integration/discussion time.
Should I take it now or later?
It's up to you. We'll be offering it again in 2023 and most probably again in 2024.
Is there space for me? We can easily take 50 students, so there is space for you.
Can I bring my business partner or team member? Yes, you're more than welcome to do this! We have had several business partners take our foundation training together and a company with several employees also joined our last cohort. They have had some pretty amazing shifts in the ways they work since the course.
What results will taking this course bring to me and my business/work? We don't guarantee any sort of results, it really depends on your grounding, your priorities, and the ways you implement what we speak about. Most people share that it changes their view of capitalism and living/operating in. We've had business owners say it: saved their working relationship, changed their money and pricing ethic, shifted the projects the focused on to bring more ease into their work. Here's a look at what people are saying about our foundation class.
What's the difference between the foundation and business course? The main difference is the focus. While the foundation course is a broad overview of post capitalism that can be applied to live, work, relationships, and community, the business course is more targeted to talk about building sustainable and ethical businesses in a post capitalist framework. Some of the materials and discussions overlap, especially in the first 6 weeks.
Can I pitch an alternative payment plan? YES! In the past we have been asked for longer payment schedules, a combination of work-trade/payment, and paying a higher payment for the payment plan (because they can afford more). Let's talk about it--please ask for what you need. We will do our best to accomodate within reason. Send us an email here.
What if I don't know how to use Zoom or Mighty Networks?
Let us know. We help you out. You will need internet access and a digital device that connects you to the internet. For Zoom you can download the app and log in with the details we provide.
And in the Mighty Networks, you can create an account and access it through the mobile app or via a computer. We can give you a brief tutorial on how to use it.
How long will the materials take me each week?
It's going to vary from person to person, but a good estimate is 1-3 hours of time beyond the 90 minute calls. Of course, you are welcome to do what works best for you. And as I shared above, we make every effort to highlight the sailient points of the text during the class.
Anyone. Since September 2021, we welcome all genders for all of our classes. For clarity, this course is not basic anti-racism or similar class. We expect a basic degree of understanding about anti-oppressive work. This is a brave space, it's ok to make mistakes AND we want to treat people with care and respect.
What if I am having trouble with the application?
No worries. We accept a verbal application or can provide other arrangements. Book directly into Anuradha's calendar here.
When do the applications close?
We have a rolling application. You can apply for SPCS year round for the next cohort. We encourage you to set up your payment plan and get on-boarded for the course for the next fall cohort.
What if I can't make a call live or I'm in another time zone?
No worries. We have done our best to make the live sessions as accessible across many time zones. Each week you will have a list of the resources, topics discussed, and practices. In addition, we record the calls and upload them to the Mighty Networks portal within 48 hours along with the transcript. We do ask everyone to participate in some way, either in the live class or in the discussion within Mighty Networks, or a combination of the two.
What if I can't afford the class?
- We offer several tiers in our sliding scale for the class with payment plans to spread the cost for 3 payments. Unlike many of our peers, we do not add any extra charges for offering a payment plan.
- We are also adding a pay-what-you-can to our members in the Global South because many times, due to the exchange rate, joining is a financial hardship.
- We also will be offering 1 BIPOC scholarship for the September 2023 cohort. We also will have a work-trade position to help with course admin. And we will be offering a Work-trade opportunities--in the past the work trades have included administrative tasks. These opportunities are first-come, first served.
- Outside of those options, if you would like to propose an alternate payment plan send it to us here or schedule time directly with Anuradha.
What if I can't keep up with the course materials?
That is completely fine. The materials are optional. We do our best to summarize the salient points of the readings in during class and we are continuously looking to add more variety of resources that are beyond readings (ie, audios, graphics, videos, etc.) We have also added 2 integration weeks at Week 5 and Week 10 where no new materials are added, so there is time to integrate.
You will also have access to the recordings and a list of the resources for future perusal after the course is completed.
What if I'm not sure if I am good fit?
Send us a direct email, or schedule time with Anuradha to chat about it.
What if I want to take this in a professional or business capacity?
That's fantastic. Several businesses/teams have taken the course. For those taking this training as part of a professional development training or in a business capacity. We ask that you pay at the Business rate tiers. We encourage you to bring a team member and join us together.
We are happy to provide a certificate of completion.
Can I take this course again in the future?
Yes, of course. We've had a few students sign up to take the course again. Each group has a different set of perspectives they bring and each time, to keep it fresh, we strive to bring in new content and new learnings.
What will you be offering further trainings?
Yes, we'll be regularly offering the SPCS course for Business. This will be focused on businesses/teams to bring post capitalist praxis into organizations or other commuity projects.
In addition, we plan to offer periodic workshops, panels, and other trainings. Sign up to our list to get the details.
What is a 90 minute work session (for the Business/Professional level)?
It's time with Anuradha to work on a business asset - some people want to work over an accessibility statement or we can figure out a pricing model for a service. It's really up to you how you can use your time.
Which price should I pay?
That's really up to you. Our break even cost for the Foundation course, for individuals is £600, and for business/professional clients is £900. You'll have a choice to pay in full or pay in 3 installments.
Why do you charge in GBP?
The Kowtha Constellation is based in the UK and hence our main currency is the pound sterling. You can choose to pay via direct bank transfer or Wise (formerly TransferWise) if those solutions work better for you or your organization. Let us know if you need these details.
When do we start?
The 2023 start date is still TBD.
Can I do a work-trade and what does that entail? We currently have 1 work-trade positions open. Our work-trade for this September 2023 cohort is transcript clean up via Otter.ai or similar administrative work.
Anuradha will provide a training for you on how to use the software and the general guidelines. These tasks will be time sensitive.
What happens if I have to stop my work-trade or payments?
If you let us know, we can work with you. If you suddenly stop showing up for your work-trade commitments or stop your payments without letting us know, we will remove you from the course until you are current again. This includes receiving access to the resources and recordings.
Do you offer refunds?
For those who take the course as an individual, we offer a refund within 14-days of signing up, in accordance to distance selling regulations. After 14 days for individuals or any for businesses, we do not give refunds. You'll have access to your payment plan details via ThriveCart and have complete control of your payments. As stated above, if you cancel any further payments, you will be removed from the course.
How long is the course?
It's a 14 week experience with trainings, guest speakers, and integration/discussion time.
Should I take it now or later?
It's up to you. We'll be offering it again in 2023 and most probably again in 2024.
Is there space for me? We can easily take 50 students, so there is space for you.
Can I bring my business partner or team member? Yes, you're more than welcome to do this! We have had several business partners take our foundation training together and a company with several employees also joined our last cohort. They have had some pretty amazing shifts in the ways they work since the course.
What results will taking this course bring to me and my business/work? We don't guarantee any sort of results, it really depends on your grounding, your priorities, and the ways you implement what we speak about. Most people share that it changes their view of capitalism and living/operating in. We've had business owners say it: saved their working relationship, changed their money and pricing ethic, shifted the projects the focused on to bring more ease into their work. Here's a look at what people are saying about our foundation class.
What's the difference between the foundation and business course? The main difference is the focus. While the foundation course is a broad overview of post capitalism that can be applied to live, work, relationships, and community, the business course is more targeted to talk about building sustainable and ethical businesses in a post capitalist framework. Some of the materials and discussions overlap, especially in the first 6 weeks.
Can I pitch an alternative payment plan? YES! In the past we have been asked for longer payment schedules, a combination of work-trade/payment, and paying a higher payment for the payment plan (because they can afford more). Let's talk about it--please ask for what you need. We will do our best to accomodate within reason. Send us an email here.
What if I don't know how to use Zoom or Mighty Networks?
Let us know. We help you out. You will need internet access and a digital device that connects you to the internet. For Zoom you can download the app and log in with the details we provide.
And in the Mighty Networks, you can create an account and access it through the mobile app or via a computer. We can give you a brief tutorial on how to use it.
How long will the materials take me each week?
It's going to vary from person to person, but a good estimate is 1-3 hours of time beyond the 90 minute calls. Of course, you are welcome to do what works best for you. And as I shared above, we make every effort to highlight the sailient points of the text during the class.