Show self-motivation with CeMAP home study
August 21, 2010
Some people seem to think that home study is an easy option, but anyone who has tried it will tell you otherwise. Studying a CeMAP home study course for example requires self-motivation and self-discipline to set aside the time to apply yourself.
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Finding a CeMAP home study course with tutor support
August 18, 2010
If you want to train to become a mortgage advisor, then you will need to get your CeMAP (Certificate in Mortgage Advice & Practice). Unfortunately in these times, many people do not have the luxury of Read more
Take CeMAP home study course and save money
August 12, 2010
Those looking to become a mortgage advisor need to take their CeMAP exams. Yet in times like these, when the economy is recovering, is now a good time for people to fork out huge sums of money for re-training? Are there jobs about? We look at a few points for discussion: Read more
How FSA proposals will impact on CeMAP training
June 12, 2010
The FSA (Financial Services Authority) is proposing changes to how mortgage-related exams and other qualifications in the financial services sector are studied.
The proposals mean that any individual recruited into a role will have a deadline of 30 months in which to complete the required qualifications for that role. The changes would also remove any transitional provisions that allow an individual to work without qualification.
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FSA proposes deadline for studying CeMAP exams
June 9, 2010
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has proposed that a deadline of 30 months should be imposed upon any individual working in a mortgage or financial services-related role to complete the role’s required qualifications.
The Director of Policy at the AMI (Association of Mortgage Intermediaries), Andrew Strange commented: Read more
Should a first time buyer have to pass a ‘consumer mortgage exam’?
May 9, 2010
Last month, a debt charity called for first time buyers to take a ‘mortgage exam’ before being allowed to apply for a mortgage. Since then, the debate has increased with some stating it is unrealistic and others pointing to a US program that offers something similar. Read more
Looking for part time CeMAP courses
May 3, 2010
When somebody decides that they want to take a CeMAP course, unless they already work in a related role and the employer is willing to give a person time off work to take the course, many do not want to take time off work for a full time CeMAP course.
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Do I need special CeMAP training for Scotland?
April 6, 2010
When you intend to work as a mortgage advisor in Scotland, CeMAP training courses in Scotland are more difficult to find, but do you really need to find a special CeMAP course for Scotland?
There are certainly differences in the syllabus for Scotland, because the land laws in Scotland differ to those in England and Wales. As a result, the CeMAP exam taken in Scotland is different too. Although the Read more
How to find the perfect CeMAP training course
March 9, 2010
When it comes to finding a CeMAP training course provider, there are a few pointers that separate the good, the bad and the ugly. Here are a few things to watch out for and ensure you get from your training provider: Read more
Spread the cost of CeMAP courses
February 26, 2010
When you make a large purchase, particularly when times are a little tough, it helps if you can spread the cost over a period of time. In an ideal world, it would help if the cost could be spread on an interest free basis too.
To train as a mortgage advisor, you need the CeMAP qualification and unless you are lucky enough to already be in employment where your employer is willing – and has the cash ready and waiting – to pay for you to go through your training, the cost can be prohibitive. Read more
