Simply Academy reviews

4.8 (1,779 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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Please tell Pete I passed my Module 3 exam this morning with 47/60 (just missed out on a Merit I think!) Couldn't have done it without him. Many thanks! - Phillip Stone

London
Phillip S · 05 Mar 2019
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Terry is a star, tonnes of experience, knowledge and stories to add important context! Couldn’t have done it without him!

Southampton
John G · 26 Feb 2019
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Very informative course . Paul made it allot more enjoyable and easier to take on the information! I feel confident and ready to get abit more revision done and pass my exam ! Thanks Paul

Birmingham
Kandis G · 26 Feb 2019
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I did CeMAP 1, 2 and 3 with Terry in Southampton, he is nothing but amazing. All the efforts he makes to be sure you understand everything. English isn't my first language so some of the things were harder to understand than others, Terry never complaint about my questions or anything. By the way he makes learning very interesting with all his stories. Lovely to have tutor who has so much experience, not someone who would just try to explain plain stuff from book without ,,back up". Can't thank Terry enough, he is amazing. Litterally miss being in those courses again. Simona

Southampton
Simona M · 26 Feb 2019
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Glenn was a fantastic trainer. His way of delivering the content was the best I have experienced on courses of this nature. He would always provide a relatable example for each topic which for me that was perfect. Sat my CeMap 1 exam yesterday and passed with Distinction. During the exam I would remember the content through Glenns examples. Big thank you to Glenn!

Edinburgh
David J · 20 Feb 2019
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Glen is excellent. Made sure everyone was at the same place. Very approachable and has an excellent knowledge of the course

Edinburgh
Kelly G · 19 Feb 2019
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good teaching and helping me understand difficult subjects. course notes and print outs have been good for revision

Edinburgh
Cairn R · 19 Feb 2019
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I had alot of fun on this course. At the point of the exam on Friday afternoon I felt confident and calm, ready to get my Distinction. I liked Pete alot and found his ready wit and shocking jokes a welcome relief from the somewhat heavy syllabus. I choose Simply Academy as the course materials seemed to be the most interactive and easy to understand. I liked that the exam was available to be taken at the end of the week and going into the City everyday for a full days work lent gravitas to a powerful subject. From a teaching and learning perspective the amount of revision needed was considerable, and I'm not sure that was made clear in the pre-course details. The pace went quite fast, and probably too fast for those newly come to the industry or those learners who absorb best reflectively. For me as a 'lightning learner' the whole process worked well and I thrived in an active atmosphere, where there was very little longhand learning. I can see that this wouldn't suit everyone, and indeed, didn't within my cohort. As a development point you may consider offering post course revision days for those that need more time, or even a pre course session to signpost learning areas for added familiarity. I'm looking forward to coming back at the end of March for Modules 2 and 3, and testing my ability to apply my newly acquired knowledge. Thank you Pete.

London
Amber T · 14 Feb 2019
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Excellent engaging tutor who really knows his stuff; well worth the money.

Manchester
John D · 14 Feb 2019
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Alan Downing is great, he has a massive knowledge of the mortgage process and brings the subject to life with his wealth of experience. I greatly admire his style of teaching and would recommend him to anyone considering the CeMap and CeRer courses.

Birmingham
Louise D · 14 Feb 2019
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