The pros and cons of home study
March 16, 2009 by Brendan
Advice & Tips
When you decide there is a particular qualification you wish to attain, such as the CeMAP, CeFA or CeRER qualifications, there is a minefield of information and courses to choose from. It can be incredibly difficult to work out which route to take or which method is best for you personally. Home study courses can seem the best and most obvious solution for those who don’t have the time for a full time course, however, for those who could choose either option, here are a few pros and cons of home study to consider:
Pros
- No need to take time off work (could also be a con 😉 )
- No need to use holidays from work
- Plenty of time to work through the course at your own pace
- Can study at a time of day or night to suit yourself
- No extra costs of travel to the course, accommodation or lunches (although a good full time course will include lunch in the price)
Cons
- No personal tutor to discuss the syllabus with or ask any questions (optional – good home study courses do include the option to ask questions via telephone or email)
- Need to be determined to make sure you complete the course
- Need to ensure the home study course comes with revision material, test questions and mock papers to practice with
Written by
Brendan
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