Edit a term

Edit a term’s name or dates, understand effects on linked classes and enrolments, and follow tips for safe date changes on active terms and schedules safely

Overview

Editing a term lets you update its name or date range after it has been created.

This is useful if dates change, a term needs clearer naming, or you want to correct a mistake. Changes apply immediately once saved.

Before you edit a term

Be aware that terms are often linked to classes and enrolments.

If a term already has classes assigned:

Changing dates may affect class schedules
Existing enrolments will remain linked to the term

If you are unsure, review the term details before making changes.

Opening the edit screen

To edit a term:

From the main navigation, select Terms.
Select the term you want to edit.
Select Edit Term.

The edit form will open with the current term details filled in.

Editing term details

You can update:

Name
Start date
End date

Make any changes needed using the form fields.

Saving changes

To save your changes:

Select Save

The term will be updated and you will return to the term page.

Cancelling changes

If you do not want to save your changes:

Select Cancel

No updates will be made.

Changing dates on active terms

If the term already has classes:

Make sure the new dates still cover when classes should run
Avoid shortening a term if classes or sessions are expected to continue beyond the new end date

Keeping dates accurate helps avoid confusion later when managing schedules and attendance.

Common issues

I can’t change a term
Make sure you have permission to edit terms. Some staff roles may have read-only access.

Classes look wrong after editing dates
Check that the term dates still match the intended class schedule. You may need to review individual classes if dates were significantly changed.

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