> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.researchanimaltraining.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Removing Learners

> Remove learners and reclaim unused seats.

## Removing a Learner

1. Select the learner(s) in the Enrolled Users list.
2. Click **Remove User(s)**.
3. Confirm the action.

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## When can learners be removed?

Learners can only be removed if they:

* have not started any courses
* have not completed training

If a learner has started training, they cannot be removed.

Group Leaders cannot remove other Group Leaders.

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## Reclaiming Seats

Removing a learner who has not started training will free up the seat for another learner.

This allows you to reclaim seats when a learner cancels or does not attend.

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## ⚠ Important Warning

Deleting a learner from a group **permanently deletes their account**.

Only remove users who did not attend your course.

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## Why removal is restricted after course access

Once a learner starts a course, their account cannot be removed or reassigned.

This ensures:

* learners retain ongoing access to resources
* training records remain accurate
* platform costs remain affordable for instructors