What does AMIC stand for?
AMIC stands for the American Mandarin International Center.
The name is inspired by the look into the future where the most important trade relationship is between the United States and China.
Why do we teach what we teach?
At its core, the AMIC is a business and an engineering school. We teach skills that are relevant for the 2030s and 2040s. Hence, we teach: Space Exploration, Engineering, Business and AI as well as fast growing languages mainly; Spanish and Mandarin.
What age groups do we teach?
We teach kids from 7 to 14 years old. But hey, we’ve had slightly younger and slightly older students. So you’re always welcome to join unless our experts think a certain course is for slightly older students.
How do I register?
Head over to any Enroll Now button. Choose your course of intertest. You will then be guided to the payment process. Once done, you will receive course schedule and start date.
Do my kids get a certificate upon course completion?
Upon course completion, kids receive certificates. But remember, certificates aren’t the most important accomplishment. What matters is to learn life skills that will lead to future innovation, financial freedom and wealth creation.
Are courses live or pre-recorded?
All AMIC courses are live. Nothing is prerecorded.
Why are all courses live?
Our aim is to provide kids with quality education that will serve them for a lifetime. This means teachers have to be present and make sure each kid is really learning and not just hearing stuff. Everyone is different and everyone learns at a different pace. Teachers are happy to answer questions and engage with students during sessions.
How long is the wait time after booking till course begins?
The usual wait time is two to three months. Our staff members work hard to place students into their favorite cohorts and their preferred time zone.
How many kids are in a session?
Typically one teacher to 5 or 6 students
Where is the AMIC based? Where are teachers and students from?
The AMIC headquarters are in Jacksonville Florida. Our teachers are from the US, Canada, Spain and China. We teach kids from all over the world!
What is AMIC mission and Vision?
Mission: The AMIC is laser focused on teaching kids the skills that are relevant to the 2030s and 2040s.
Vision: Kids across all countries to gain access to the AMIC.
How does AMIC prepare my kids for the 2030s and 2040s?
Here is where the job market is heading: Space Exploration, Engineering and of course AI.
We teach these skills at the AMIC.
But remember, the world is changing super fast. It will be radically different for our children. The winners will be those who have:
Adaptability
Creativity
These are the profound skills that we instill in our young leaners!
Why is teaching Fun and Interactive at The AMIC?
Albert Einstein once said, “Play is the highest form of Research.” We know that when our kids are having fun, they are learning well.
How is AMIC different than regular schooling?
The AMIC is an extracurricular online school focused on life skills. Any unnecessary jargon is cut out. AMIC students work hard because they love what they do, rather than work hard to pass some arbitrary examination.
Do kids get any homework?
No homework is given in the traditional sense. There are class material and of course on going projects.
Why can’t I select a specific level for a course? What level will my kids be placed at?
Enrollment process is easy and straightforward. Just choose the subject and kids will be placed automatically in their correct stage of learning.
What is AMIC refund policy?
100% full refund if after the second session, the course is not to your or your kid’s liking. Just send us an email and we will be happy to send you a full refund.
Why does AMIC only teach languages of Mandarin and Spanish?
The AMIC is focused on the future. We teach Mandarin because the most important trade relationship is between the United States and China. We also teach Spanish as it is a fast growing language and is the second most popular language in the US.
What do AMIC business courses teach my kids?
In a nutshell; Entrepreneurship, Financial Freedom and Wealth Creation.