Yes. We are an approved provider, meaning Florida families can use their Personalised Education Program (PEP) or Unique Abilities (UA) scholarship funds to cover the cost of our courses.

Reimbursement approvals are governed directly by Step Up For Students and the Florida Department of Education. While our curriculum meets standard state eligibility criteria for instructional materials, families are responsible for maintaining an adequate account balance and ensuring requests are submitted prior to annual state deadlines. Spark Design Academy provides detailed, itemized receipts and syllabus documentation to make the submission process as smooth as possible.

Depending on how your account is managed within the Education Market Assistant (EMA) portal, you can complete your purchase in one of two ways:

• Direct Purchasing (MyScholarShop): Search for Spark Design Academy directly inside MyScholarShop within your EMA portal. Approved direct purchases are billed directly to your scholarship account with zero out-of-pocket cost.

• Parent Reimbursement: If purchasing outside of MyScholarShop, parents pay directly through our website, retain the itemized receipt and course syllabus, and submit a reimbursement request via the EMA portal under the Instructional Materials / Curriculum category.

Yes. All core video lessons and course materials are accessible 24/7 online, allowing students to complete modules independently around their existing homeschool timetable, sports commitments, or academic schedules. Students can review lessons as often as needed.

Yes. Spark Design Academy courses qualify as program-eligible Instructional Materials and Curriculum under Florida’s Education Savings Account (ESA) scholarship programs. This includes students funded through the Personalized Education Program (PEP), Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA), and Florida Tax Credit / Educational Options (FTC/FES-EO).

Yes. Students receive guidance and portfolio feedback directly from experienced industry professionals, including co-founders Craig Buglass and Rob Warner (former Creative Directors for Nike, Puma, and Umbro). Depending on the enrollment level, students participate in live feedback sessions, monthly Q&As and real-time AI Tuition Feedback (which is trained by Craig & Rob).

Yes, subject to SUFS program limits. Hardware (such as digital drawing tablets or laptops) and creative software required to complete coursework can often be purchased or reimbursed through Step Up For Students under Instructional Technology / Elective Equipment.

Note: Certain categories (such as laptops under FES-UA) carry frequency limits (e.g., one device per student every two years). Always consult your specific program purchasing guide inside the EMA portal before buying equipment.

Upon successful completion of the course and project submissions, students receive an official NCFE Level 2 Customised Qualification Certificate, along with a digital credential and a completed, industry-ready portfolio case study that can be included in high school transcripts or college admissions applications.

Yes. Under Florida state law, all PEP students must submit an annual Student Learning Plan (SLP) in their EMA portal before quarterly scholarship funds are released. You can easily align Spark Design Academy coursework with your student’s SLP under academic focus areas such as Art & Design, CTE (Career & Technical Education), or High School Electives.

Spark Design Academy offers NCFE Level 2 Customised Qualifications.

While these are not nationally regulated qualifications (such as UK GCSEs or A-Levels), they are formally quality-assured and endorsed by NCFE—a globally recognized educational awarding organization. This endorsement guarantees that our curriculum, teaching standards, and student assessment processes meet rigorous industry benchmarks. For scholarship families and college admissions, this offers verified proof of structured, high-standard learning and professional portfolio development.