Simply Academy reviews

4.8 (1,780 reviews)
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Its trainers consistently turn complex financial subjects into clear, memorable and practical learning, using real industry examples, humour, stories and useful exam techniques. Attendees describe sessions as well structured, engaging and supportive, with tutors patient about questions and willing to explain topics again. They also value accessible digital materials, recordings, practice resources and responsive guidance around bookings and apprenticeships. The learning builds confidence for assessments and provides knowledge and skills they apply at work.

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There were times when the topics discussed were not relevant to mortgages and more relevant to providing financial advice. Often it was required that we would just accept things were as they were instead of having an explanation. There were also times when questions outside of strict course content would not be discussed. Sometimes it can be helpful for candidates to obtain that broader understanding in order to grasp the concept at hand. At times the jokes were inappropriate.

London
SJ M · 21 Mar 2016
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Learning through laughter with Pete. I had a really enjoyable week even though it's a tough course to get your head round Pete has some excellent techniques that proved invaluable in the exam. Would definitely recommend.

Birmingham
Gemma F · 17 Mar 2016
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very good. Did course at IFS building in London. Right outside tube stop. Teacher was excellent, knew the subject very well. I passed the exam the next day, and had done only a little revision before the course. So the course is invaluable I would say.

London
Sam S · 17 Mar 2016
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Thoroughly enjoyed the course and was well supported by a very knowledgeable tutor.

London
James H · 17 Mar 2016
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Took the CeMap course and passed the exam first time. Which, I put almost entirely down to the methods and teachings of the course trainer Pete. He made what I regard a genuinely uninteresting subject relatable and in some cases enjoyable. Simply's admin and course details were also impeccable. But the majority of my gratitude goes to Pete. I will definitely be using Simply for CeMap 2&3.

Birmingham
Will M · 14 Mar 2016
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Brendon has done a fantastic job across the whole ceMap syllabus. He came recommended to me by a colleague and he didn't disappoint. I sat my CeMap 2 exams today and received 3x distinctions and a merit. Wouldn't have done it without his help. He clearly uses his past experiences as a broker to bring real life scenarios to the table making it easy to nderstand and helps you look out for those tricks and devious questions that can catch you out. Top job, couldn't be happier with my studies. Thank you Brendon.

Manchester
Daniel S · 14 Mar 2016
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Venue was very cold, additional heaters had to be provided which was not ideal and the staff struggled to get the temperature up to an acceptable level. Other than that a good location. Brendan knows exactly how to get you prepared for CeMap, and I think the course was probably worth 10-15% on top of the mark I would achieve if I went the self taught route which could be the difference between a pass and fail. The tricky areas and pitfalls were all explained and how to avoid them and time and attention paid to the more complex areas and the ones which you don't come across in everyday practice. I'm probably being hyper critical but I was expecting a variety of learning methods to have been introduced to break the monotony of the text a d improve the understanding on different aspects of the course rather than just reading from a text book.

Manchester
Jason B · 14 Mar 2016
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Excellent course I would highly recommend to anyone looking to work as a mortgage adviser

David S · 11 Mar 2016
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Absolutely fantastic course, no complaints! I would recommend this course to everyone looking to pass CeMap. Peter Slater was fantastic,I wish I could come back for CeMap 2 and 3!

London
Isaac F · 07 Mar 2016
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Glenn was fantastic and was really interested in what you had to say and would break things down in a way that's easy to understand..... I enjoyed my course throughly :D

Edinburgh
Stephanie C · 07 Mar 2016
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