Granting Course Extensions

Overview

This tip sheet provides step-by-step instructions for granting course extensions to students in Genius. While extensions are easiest to apply before the course end date, extensions can also be granted after a course has ended with a few additional steps.

Use this resource to guide you through the extension process and ensure students have the appropriate access and time needed to complete their coursework.

Instructions

Before Course End Date

1. Start from the student’s main page.
2. Select “Current Enrollments” from the left navigation menu.
3. Select the course(s) you need to extend.
4. Click “Change Dates”.
5. Enter the new end date.
6. Select Save
7. Email both the student and teacher to notify them of the extension.

Applying Extensions in Bulk

1. Select the Affiliations tab on the top navigation menu.
2. Select your affiliation.
3. Follow steps 2-7 above.

After Course End Date

1. Start from the student’s main page.
2. If the course has closed, select “Reinstate” on the left navigation menu.
3. Select the course(s) and click reinstate.
4. Follow steps 2-7 above.
5. Email your CAOLA Support Team. Make sure to provide: student first and last name, district, course title and the new end date.

Resources

Granting Extensions Video 
Granting Extensions 

Need Help? 

If you have questions or need clarification, reach out to your CAOLA Account Manager!

Revised 8/11/2026