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THE FIA QUALIFICATION SCHEME - DISTANCE LEARNING


The FIA recognise that "distance learning" including video and computer-based training (CBT) courses, such as those offered by the Open University and learndirect can be a valuable source of knowledge and skills development.

The FIA is keen to promote learning at all levels, and considers that "distance learning" packages are particularly accessible to learners who are not used to classroom training and/or reduce the time the learners will be required to spend away from work or home.

These packages are a valuable resource, but can not fully replace the hands-on skills development and fully interactive "trainer-led" learning from a ‘traditional’ training course, but can, nonetheless help to build learners confidence and knowledge.



Learners who have used such packages can ask training providers if they are prepared to do a shortened, practical, version of their training course, followed by the assessment.

This will be at the discretion of the training provider, but it is hoped that some providers of "distance learning" packages will tailor them to the FIA Qualification Scheme Unit syllabi, and work with other FIA Approved Training Providers to provide such a solution. The FIA Approved Training Provider would then augment the distance learning element with hands-on training and invigilated assessment.


DISTANCE LEARNING AND CPD
The FIA recognises these courses/training packages where the candidate has been awarded with a certificate of course completion or its equivalent and has evidence of the number of learning hours undertaken.

Since one of the aims of the CPD requirement is to ensure candidates who have achieved the High Level Awards are "keeping up to date", the FIA would not want the same candidate to submit such "distance learning" options for CPD approval for 2 consecutive years. The exception to this rule will be for High Level accredited education, such as an Open University degree course, which may be used for up to five years. Other exceptions will be at the discretion of the FIA QSD.

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