Question 1

What Does It Cost?

Accepted Answer

This class is 100% FREE to members!

Question 2

Do I Need A Student Manual?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can find the student manual lessons under "U.S. Constitution Course" in your member area.

Question 3

Will I Receive A Graduation Certificate?

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Absolutely! All who participate every week will receive a free graduation certificate.

Question 4

Do I Need To Attend LIVE To Participate?

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No! You may re-watch videos if you cannot attend live.

Question 5

Are your courses accredited?

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Our U.S. Constitution course is nationally recognized. It is a 1 semester/18-week course and qualifies for U.S. Government/Civics credit.  Included in the 18-weeks of study are reading, video, homework assignments, tests, reviews, and quizzes. At the conclusion of the course, upon request, students are given a certificate that can be used in their portfolio as evidence of completion and evidence of passing grades. This course can also be used as continued education (CEC) for teachers.

Our Sheriff & the Citizen course is used as continuing education training for law enforcement officers in several states.

Question 6

Do I need a law degree to teach your classes?

Accepted Answer

No, you do not need a law degree to teach our classes. Our turn-key instructor kits allow anyone to train and become an instructor. In order to be certified by our organization, however, you do need to go through our simple certification process.

Question 7

Are my donations tax-deductible?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Self-Evident is a 501(c)(3) organization. Therefore, every donation is tax-deductible.

Question 8

Do you affiliate with any political parties?

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No. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit and we do NOT affiliate with any political party.

Question 9

Do you believe or teach that America is a theocracy?

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No. America was established as a Constitutional Republic.

Question 10

Can you give me legal advice for my specific situation?

Accepted Answer

No. We do not give legal advice.

Question 11

What is the primary focus of The American View?

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The American View, operated by Self-Evident Ministries, is an organization dedicated to educating citizens on the original intent of the U.S. Constitution and the connection between civil liberties and the Christian foundations of America.

Question 12

What is the goal of the mission?

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The goal is to train up the next generation of Americans with knowledge regarding their Constitutional rights, as well as the historical context of American liberty. All of this is done through the Biblical lens.

Question 13

Are Constitutional workshops available through The American View?

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Interactive workshops are provided for schools, churches, and community groups to assist in understanding civil liberties, founding documents, and God’s influence on America.

Question 14

How can a speaker be booked for an event?

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Speakers can be requested for events, churches, or schools through the contact page on the website.

Question 15

What type of educational resources are provided?

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The American View offers educational curriculum and resources focused on the historical truth of America’s founding and the principles of the Constitution. Some of these include:

U.S. Constitution course - An American View of Law, Liberty, and Government
Truth of America's Founding - Your Heritage and Mine
Government vs God - a 4-Week Study of Truth, Rights, and Authority

Question 16

Where is the organization based?

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While the headquarters are located in Florida, speaking events and workshops are hosted across the United States.

Question 17

Can The American View's resources, such as the U.S. Constitution Course or Truth of America's Founding, be used for home-schooling?

Accepted Answer

All curriculum is designed to be accessible for home-school families, private schools, individual study, Bible studies, and adult group study

Question 18

Is the organization a registered non-profit?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Self-Evident Ministries, the umbrella organization of The American View is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supported by individual contributions.

Question 19

How can the mission be supported?

Accepted Answer

Support can be provided through donations, purchasing curriculum, or hosting local workshops.

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