Hi Motts

You certainly generated some hostility and it's not your fault. Your personality is what it is and unless you used unacceptable language, then its your right to express yourself.

You mentioned two instructors. Is the other one still involved with the classes? Yes, announcing her withdrawal could be interpreted in different ways. Is this course run by them in a self-employed capacity, or do they work for an organisation? Reason for asking is, if it's the latter, then you can approach the company and ask for a refund on the classes she won't be giving. State the reason why as it may not be known to them.

Alternative is just to sit tight. As the saying goes "truth will out". The attention-seeking classmate won't be able to resist posting something which will give away whether the course was completed. Don't resort to a confrontation on Facebook (or other social media). Subtlety is needed here. The troublemaker will be expecting you to respond in open forum. Don't give her the satisfaction!

It's common practice these days to receive a "customer satisfaction" questionnaire after a course. That would be ideal place to voice your concerns, especially if a third-party organisation is involved. Or, you could escalate to a governing body that oversees their type of work, especially if they claim to be members of that organisation.

Hope I've explained this clearly. Good luck! hug: