Frequently Asked Questions (Graduate Course)
I have a registration hold but have completed the training. How do I get the hold lifted?
Send an email to SAPreventionOnlineTraining@georgetown.edu with a copy of your certificate of completion. A member of our team will forward proof of completion to the folks responsible for registration holds and they will lift the hold as quickly as possible.
Why do I have to complete this course?
Guided by the university’s Jesuit tradition of Cura Personalis — caring for the whole person — Georgetown is deeply committed to the health, well-being, and ultimate success of all our students. Because of this, certain topics are so important to creating a safe and supportive environment at Georgetown that the university is mandating all first-year graduate students to complete U Got This 2!.
I do not recognize the company, Catharsis Productions. Is this a legitimate company?
Yes. Georgetown University has partnered with Catharsis to administer U Got This 2!. You will receive course updates and reminder emails from Catharsis, and you may see their name throughout the course and on the Help page.
Who is required to take this course?
All new first-year graduate students are required to complete the course, including first-year graduate students in an accelerated bachelor’s/master’s program who have graduated with their bachelor’s degree, students in online programs and students in doctorate programs. If you are a graduate student and this is your first year as a graduate student at Georgetown, you are required to complete the training.
I received the course invitation email in error. I am a second year graduate student, not a first-year graduate student. OR This is my second graduate program, I took this course the first time around.
If you received the course invitation and are now in your second year of your graduate program, we will need confirmation of you having completed the training during your first year in the program. If we cannot verify that you completed the training, you will need to complete the training.
I completed the same or a similar course at my previous institution and/or place of employment. Do I have to complete this training?
Yes. All incoming first-year graduate students are required to take the course, even if the same course or a similar course was taken elsewhere. The course is customized to include important content and resources that are specific to Georgetown University – content that is not included in courses you may have taken at a different institution.
I am a survivor of sexual assault and would like support before/during this training or I am worried it may be triggering for me.
You can email a confidential resource in Health Education Services at sarp@georgetown.edu to connect with support, learn more about the course content, or to ask for an exemption from the course.
Note: This confidential email is only for those who have specific questions/requests regarding the sensitive nature of the content.
For all other questions regarding the online course, email SAPreventionOnlineTraining@georgetown.eu.
What happens if I don’t complete the course?
Failure to complete the course by the designated deadline will result in a “Hold” on your account, preventing you from registering for classes in a future semester.
How long is the course?
The course is estimated to take 40 minutes to complete, depending on your pace.
Do I have to complete the course in one sitting?
It is strongly encouraged that you complete each training in one sitting to avoid losing your progress. The course MAY save your progress if you close and reopen it, but this depends on various factors, including your computer settings. To be on the safe side and to avoid having to redo course modules, set aside enough time to complete the course in one sitting.
When is the deadline to complete the training?
The deadline to complete the mandate is Monday, Oct. 20 at 11:59 p.m. Failure to complete the training by the deadline will result in a registration HOLD for Spring 2026 registration.
Do I have to send my completion certificate to you in order to receive credit for taking the course?
No. Once you have completed the course, there’s nothing else you need to do. Georgetown will regularly receive information about who has completed the training. However, we strongly recommend that you save a digital copy of your certificate as proof of completion.
How do I take the course?
To take the course, simply click on the link below. You will first be prompted to enter your Georgetown credentials and then you will be taken directly to the training. https://georgetown.catharsisonlinetraining.com/Student/StudentDashboard/SSO?clientProgramId=1275
Tips to Avoid Technical Difficulties
As you work through the course, remember:
The course is best supported by the latest versions of Chrome (preferred), Firefox or Microsoft Edge. If the course freezes or moves slowly, try switching browsers, updating your current browser or moving to an area with a stronger internet connection.
What if I have additional questions?
If you have general questions regarding the course and/or the mandate, email
Online Course: SAPreventionOnlineTraining@georgetown.edu.
For those who have specific questions/requests regarding the sensitive nature of the U Got This 2! course, email sarp@georgetown.edu.
Please note: This confidential email (sarp@georgetown.edu) is only for those who have specific questions/requests regarding the sensitive nature of the content.