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relationships for good practice and quality procedures
and controls is how we translate the word affiliates.
Although the training industry in general does not
require specific regulation currently, we do believe
that there should be some form of supervision. We
also believe that it is just a matter of time before
regulation becomes mandatory.
Senior management within our organisation have worked
and consulted for a large number of financial services
organisations. These include Pearl Assurance, HSBC
Bank, Cornhill Life, Canada Life, Millfield Group,
MBNA Europe Bank.
We have also worked closely with the Financial Services
Authority, The Institute of Financial Services,
The Chartered Insurance Institute, amongst many
other established organisations.
The wish that there should be regulation for our
industry complemented with an extensive knowledge
bank within the management, we are in prime position
to lead our industry towards high standards.
In order to accelerate this vision we are strategically
focused upon developing healthy business relationships
which shall assist us in our objective.
This a major advancement in our complete learning
to employment programme. The alliance provides our
students with an opportunity to work with one of
the largest mortgage packagers in the UK.
Christopher May, director of Mortgage Times, says:
“We are extremely proud to use the services of The Financial
Training Academy (TFTA) in a bid to bring fresh blood into the
industry. Strategically situated at Bank, City of London, in the
heart of the financial services world, The Financial Training Academy
train applicants from scratch to become CeMAP-qualified mortgage brokers.
The scheme will give qualified brokers the option
of working at Mortgage Times after training, subject
to fitness and propriety checks and due diligence.
Most networks are looking to grow but there are not enough brokers
in the market to fuel our expectations. Many firms are becoming too
focused on advisers with experience rather than looking at the grass
roots. But to keep this industry in good health an injection of fresh
talent is vital. Mortgage Times has the resources to train graduates
to become competent advisors.
An encouraging and refreshing training programme that TFTA have developed gives
the newly qualified mortgage advisor the fundamental hands-on understanding of
working in a real mortgage services environment. The Skills for Employment Programme
is an important qualification for those that wish to work with The Mortgage Times
Group and similar established financial services organizations.”
» www.themortgagetimes.com
 The
ifs School of Finance is a registered charity
incorporated by Royal Charter. They provide financial
education to financial services professionals
the world over, and to consumers in the UK. They
work closely with the financial services industry
to provide tailored learning for some of the world's
best-known financial services providers. The Financial
Training Academy provide the CeMAP training course.
The course materials are provided by the ifs School
of Finance. In order to enhance the learning process
for our students, the ifs School
of Finance have provided us with
excellent additional learning aids making our services
one of the best in the UK.
» www.ifslearning.com
 Pearson
VUE was built on a foundation of experience in electronic testing. In 1994, three
pioneers in the electronic testing industry set out to create a company that
melded their expertise in testing and their desire to provide clients with an
alternative test delivery solution that incorporated state of the art technology
and unparalleled service. They established Virtual University Enterprises, now
known as Pearson VUE, as an electronic testing and course registration company.
VUE’s first CEO and founder, E. Clarke Porter, developed the first electronic
testing system for NASD in 1979. He, along with Steve Nordberg and Kirk Lundeen,
had led Drake Training and Technologies to a leadership position in electronic
testing in the early ’90s. VUE’s founders then leveraged this expertise to create
a company dedicated to flawless execution, innovative technology, a global test
delivery network and a company culture of customer service. Pearson VUE quickly
became a formidable competitor in the testing industry.
» www.vue.com
Edexcel is a London based for-profit company and one of England, Wales and Northern Ireland's five main examination boards.
Its name is a portmanteau word derived from the words "educational" and "excellence".
Edexcel offers a variety of qualifications to UK students, including A-levels, GCSEs and the BTEC suite of vocational qualifications. It is an international organisation, awarding over 1.5 million accreditations per year.
The Financial Training Academy is an authorised and approved Edexcel Centre. The Centre number is 09480.
What does it mean for us?
Coming from an established corporate/commercial background of offering professional courses and qualifications, we are now proud to be working with Edexcel. Our new iTQ Centre will give us the opportunity to offer a broader spectrum of qualifications and at a higher level, and this includes our customised qualification – the BTEC Advanced Diploma in Competency for Mortgage Advice.
What does it mean for you?
Learning new skills; adding another string to your bow; enhancing your employability; giving you a qualification from one of the UK’s leading accrediting bodies – Edexcel.
What does it mean for the employer?
With the iTQ having been prevalent in the workplace for the last three years, employers recognise these qualifications and have already embraced the flexibility involved within the modular structure of the iTQ programme. Effectively, the iTQ can be customised to provide the candidate with the knowledge and skills that the employer requires, in this case, Mortgage Advice.
The Edexcel courses that we offer are as follows:
Our own customised programme:
BTEC Advance Diploma in Competency for Mortgage Advice
QAN Number: M9260
and our employed-led programme:
Mortgage Back Office Support Programme (an iTQ in IT Users Level 2)
QAN Number: 100/4217/9
 copy.jpg) The Financial Training Academy becomes affiliated with The Financial Recruitment Academy. This exciting association will provide an excellent opportunity for our students to get into their chosen careers fast.
The Financial Recruitment Academy (TFRA) is a dynamic and fast growing agency that provides professional, tailored financial opportunities across the UK within Banking, Building Societies, Insurance Companies, Mortgage Brokers, and Estate Agents. Their goal is for the candidate to gain an understanding of options that are available in the Financial Services employment sector, and with their support, maximise career and earnings potential.
The financial services recruitment division is seeking to fill positions for Trainee Mortgage Advisors; Experienced Mortgage Advisors; IFA’s; Trainee IFA’s; Paraplanners; Mortgage Administrators, processors and packagers. They also have a number of vacant Senior Management positions within Banks and Mortgage intermediaries.
» www.fracademy.co.uk
Steve Moorley, Managing Director of Premier
Network Group, says;
“Partnering with The Financial Training
Academy (TFTA) is a real coup for Premier Network
Group (PNG). It brings on board the expertise
of one of the largest London based financial
training academy’s in the UK.
PNG’s growing network together with
the outstanding success rate of applicants
passing full CeMAP first time with TFTA will
ensure that fresh blood into the industry gets
the best start.
PNG also offer the opportunity for part qualified
individuals to join the network with an aim
to becoming fully competent advisors. PNG will
mentor new recruits and give them understanding
of the industry ‘face on’, whilst
completing their exams in full. This is a great
opportunity to learn and earn whilst studying.
Once qualified, brokers that join PNG have
the option of running their own business or
become an employed broker within a high street
location. Whatever option is right for the
individual, our ongoing training and mentoring
will ensure each and every newly qualified
broker will aspire to fulfil their own expectations.
TFTA’s BTEC Advanced Diploma in Competency
for Mortgage Advice is also a crucial aid to
ensure every broker hits the ground running.”
» www.pngltd.co.uk
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