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Our self-paced courses include everything you need to master the structure of the Chickasaw language, allowing greater creativity in writing and sentence composition. And with community members by your side, speaking practice sessions, and live expert support, you'll avoid ever getting stuck.

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All Self-paced Courses ($3k+ value)
- Currently offering Level 1-4 Grammar
Live Office Hours - expert support ($2k+ value)
Fikfiya' Chat live sessions ($2k+ value)
Network of community members
Invites to live meet ups
Early registration for Comprehension Courses
Advanced notice of new programs
Unlimited number of subscribers
Available year round, as long as you are subscribed.

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"This program is fantastic! The teaching is easy to understand and makes learning enjoyable."

~Heather G.

"Going through the lessons clarified things for me...Having Office Hours motivates me to get stuff done."

~Cliff T.

Have you found yourself...

afraid of speaking Chickasaw incorrectly?
lacking confidence in language learning?
struggling to increase your vocabulary?
wishing for study partners to practice with?
confused by Chickasaw composition?
discouraged by inconsistent self-study?

If this is you, your in the right place...

"The Office Hours is nice, because, since it is self-guided...it gives you an opportunity to get a question answered in real time, rather than trying to type something out, or figure out what you need to say: being able to just chat about it. And then also, it gives you a little bit of incentive, to get more pieces completed before the Office Hours, just to help for accountability of keeping up with your progress. I like it!"

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Studies show that people who have a like-minded community, access to an expert, and clear instruction, have a much higher rate of success!

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So why keep trying to tough it out on your own, when you can have access to every advantage for achieving results? Join the C.O.L.A. Community today!

Your C.O.L.A. Community Pass provides you with;

access to top notch learning material
programs with clear goals and defined purpose
the ability to share knowledge with peers who have a shared purpose
effective communication through Office Hours live video conferencing, and group chats
the ability to gain new perspectives and deeper understanding of course material
increased motivation and emotional support, while reducing stress to learn Chickasaw
encouragement and accountability that keeps participants on track and focused
boosted success in learning Chickasaw
improved critical thinking skills

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Which community is right for me?

The C.O.L.A. Community Pass is for anyone who wants to work at their own pace, at anytime of day or night, yet still wants the resources and network to keep progressing. This is a great option whether you're just starting out, or looking to grow your advanced skills. Space is unlimited, and always open to sign up. The Chickasaw Comprehension Pass is for those who want to become proficient and conversational in the shortest possible time frame, and can commit to the highly structured schedule of live courses. Classes meet online, Mondays and Thursdays, for one hour each session. Space is limited, and registration usually opens in January, and classes run through mid to late September, each year.
Am I too old to learn Chickasaw?

People often believe they are too old to learn Chickasaw. But, the truth is, some of our top students are in their 70’s! And they are making valuable contributions to save our language, by teaching their grandchildren and others what they've learned. Age isn't the deciding factor on ease of learning Chickasaw, it's the methods of teaching that matter. With our signature Chickasaw Comprehension course, learning to speak Chickasaw is nearly automatic…no matter your age. And learning another language in your senior years, has a profoundly positive impact on your cognitive health. It stimulates brain activity, can delay cognitive decline, enhances neuroplasticity, helps keep your mind agile and responsive, improves memory, and problem-solving skills, and helps you stay mentally sharp. We're sure this will work for you - and remember, We’ll be right there with you, leading you to success. For more information, check out this video on how language learning affects the brain.
Do I have to be "gifted" at language learning to learn Chickasaw?

If you’re just starting out on your journey to learn Chickasaw, and you’ve never learned another language before, you’re probably experiencing nervousness, and doubt, about your “giftedness” at language learning. The truth is, you don’t have to be “gifted” to learn Chickasaw. It's really a matter of the teaching method that makes all the difference. Just take each class one day at a time, and before you know it, you’ll be speaking Chickasaw, especially if you are in the Chickasaw Comprehension© courses, or attend live Fikfiya' Chat sessions in the C.O.L.A. Community. Did you know that if you only learn 10 nouns, 10 verbs and 10 adjectives, you can say 1000 things? Yeah, that’s a lot! Imagine how much you’ll be able to say!
I’ve had little success with other methods: will this work for me?

With our signature Chickasaw Comprehension© course, you’ll be conversational in only a few short weeks. It’s so much fun, that learning is nearly automatic. And, it’ll change everything about how you approach language learning. You’ll find you can learn much more than you thought you could. And chances are, you'll get to a point where you respond in Chickasaw, without needing to stop and think about it. If you're in the C.O.L.A. Community, then you'll want to make the most of attending the live Fikfiya' Chat sessions, whenever possible. That way, you can work on your speaking skills, as you work through the grammar at your own pace. It's a slower option to conversational, but the knowledge you gain is invaluable. And, you can always plan to register for the Chickasaw Comprehension© course when you're ready. Either way, you'll still be growing at a steady pace!
Do I have to live in Oklahoma to become fluent in Chickasaw?

Because our courses and communities are online, you can learn to speak Chickasaw no matter where you live! We've had students join from all across the U.S., Canada, and even Europe. The truth is: at this time, there are only about 2 dozen elders that speak Chickasaw remaining, so most people don't have access to an elder even if they live in Oklahoma. In fact, for this reason, even people who work for the Chickasaw Nation have joined our courses. And you don't need to learn every Chickasaw word to be fluent. You only need to be able to talk about things that are important to you! "The ability to speak freely, is fluency." ~Seely & Romijn
What if I get stuck, will I be able to get help?

Yes! This is one of the great features of being in our community. You're never alone! If you are in the C.O.L.A. Community, you can take advantage of the regular "Office Hours," or the Community Group, to ask your questions, and stay unstuck! If you are in the Chickasaw Comprehension community, then you'll have the opportunity twice a week, to get the help you need during our live sessions, or reach out to fellow students in your Community Group.
Can I switch the Community I am in?

Because the C.O.L.A. Community is ongoing, year round, and the Chickasaw Comprehension Community is 9 months of the year, they are two separate subscriptions. If you are in the C.O.L.A. Community, and want to register for the Chickasaw Comprehension Community, you'll have two subscriptions going at the same time. However, if it makes more financial sense for you, you're welcome to cancel your C.O.L.A. Community subscription until you've completed the Chickasaw Comprehension© Course, and then re-subscribe to the C.O.L.A. Community at a later time. If you are in the Chickasaw Comprehension Community, and want to join the C.O.L.A. Community in the off season to keep your skills up during the break, you could subscribe in October, and cancel your subscription at the end of December, when you're ready to register for the next level of the Chickasaw Comprehension© Course.
Do you have a refund policy?

The C.O.L.A. Community subscription, is non-refundable, but members are welcome to cancel their subscription at anytime. The Chickasaw Comprehension Community includes live classes. The refund policy is consistent with most other live, online language classes. Cancellations prior to the first week of class are refunded at 90%, or the full amount is credited toward a future enrollment. No refunds will be issued after classes begin.
What if I need to pause or cancel my C.O.L.A. Community subscription?

We don't have a pause subscription option, but members of the C.O.L.A. Community, are welcome to cancel their subscriptions whenever they need to, and re-subscribe at a later time.
Is there an age requirement?

A parent or legal guardian of anyone under the age of 18, must complete the sign-up on behalf of the minor. And the legal guardian must agree to, and ensure, that the minor abides by our Terms of Service and Polices. For more information see our Terms of Use, Privacy Policy, and Mission/Policy . For the Chickasaw Comprehension Community, enrollees must be at least 16 years old. For the C.O.L.A. Community, it is recommended that the minor be at least 14 years old. In order to revitalize the Chickasaw language, and be removed from the highly endangered language list at UNESCO, Chickasaw children need to learn our language. We are happy to see young people and homeschoolers interested in joining our programs. The goal of our Terms of Service and Policies is to ensure the most positive experience for all participants, especially those under the age of 18. However, parents and legal guardians are still responsible for the safety, and conduct, of their minors inside our communities.
Can I join even if I'm not Chickasaw, or a Chickasaw tribal citizen?

Yes! Over the years, we've had a number of unenrolled Chickasaws, as well as spouses and friends of the Chickasaw join our programs. Our non-Chickasaw participants provide additional community members to practice speaking Chickasaw with. We are happy to hear you are interested in helping revitalize our language!
Are your communities inclusive?

Chickasaw Online Language Arts (“COLA”) seeks to make the learning environment, a non-divisive, non-imposing place, to stay focused on the important mission of revitalizing the Chickasaw language. While everyone is welcome to join, it is important to be aware that, COLA’s mission does not engage in social or political activism, that is adverse to the preservation of the Chickasaw language. For more information see our Mission/Policy
What is the Chickasaw Online Language Arts Pronoun Policy?

The Chickasaw language, is an ancient language, that contains a number of emphatic pronouns, and pronoun affixes, as well as words that are exclusively used by, or to address, one of the two genders/sexes recognized by the Chickasaw language: that being male or female. Therefore, in the academic setting of our courses/programs/communities, each participant is referred to in the singular sense, and according to their biological gender/sex determined at birth. Thank you for cooperating, with the preservation of the purity, of the ancient Chickasaw language. For more information see our Mission/Policy
Can I get academic credit for the language courses?

Each participant who completes a course, and fills out the course evaluation, is awarded a Certificate of Completion, with the credit hours for World Language Study, listed on the certificate. While our programs are unaccredited, our credit hours have been accepted by Homeschoolers, and Colleges, on a case by case basis. Those interested in using our course credit hours, need to consult with their college advisor, or Homeschool association if applicable in your state.
What can I expect after joining?

The best time ever! An onboarding email will be delivered to your inbox, so you know what to do when you log-in to the website. But here's the most important expectation: you have to put in the time to get the most out of the community experience. This is not a magic bullet, but rather an opportunity to learn and grow with your peers.
Do you offer discounts?

We do not offer discounts. We've priced our communities to ensure we are providing outstanding value.
I have a product or service I want to share with your community. Can I do that?

We have a strict no-selling policy in all our communities, and will remove anyone found soliciting customers.
My question isn't on this list. How can I ask my question?

Send your question to info@chickasawonlinelanguagearts.com and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

C.O.L.A. Community - Quarterly Pass

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Every 3 months

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Beginner Friendly, Self-Paced, Interactive Community

Access to All Self-Paced Courses ($3k+ value)

Community Group Access

Office Hours - Weekly Live Support ($2k+ value)

Invitation to Live Meet Ups

Fikfiya' Live Chat Group Sessions ($2k+ value)

All Access as long as you hold your subscription

Unlimited Number of Subscribers

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Every year

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Beginner Friendly, Self-Paced, Interactive Community

Access to All Self-Paced Courses ($3k+ value)

Community Group Access

Office Hours - Weekly Live Support ($2k+value)

Invitation to Live Meet Ups

Fikfiya' Live Chat Group Sessions ($2k+ value)

All Access as Long as You Hold Your Subscription

Unlimited Number of Subscribers

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