18. SECTION 18 – ACADEMIC CALENDAR, ATTENDANCE & LEAVE POLICY

18.1 Academic Calendar

EMT operates on a modular online system, typically organized into:

  • Two primary terms per year (Spring and Fall)

  • Optional intensive Summer or Winter modules

An annual calendar will be published on the EMT website outlining registration, examination, and graduation dates.

18.2 Attendance and Participation

Students are expected to:

  • Engage weekly in all assigned Moodle course activities.

  • Maintain communication with faculty or mentors.

  • Notify the Academic Dean of absences exceeding two weeks.

18.3 Leave of Absence (LOA)

Students may apply in writing for a temporary leave (up to 6 months) for health, ministry, or personal reasons.
Re-enrollment is subject to faculty review and confirmation of readiness.