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Overview
The School of Mortgage Lending Distance Learning system combines the
best of computer-based training and correspondence training, resulting
in a superior level of educational experience, which we refer to as an
“accelerated learning experience”. This system is particularly effective
with technical content because it uses several learning styles, well
surpassing classroom style learning experience in retention.
By combining both the visual (reading), kinetic (doing the quiz
submission process), 2 of the 3 learning styles are incorporated into
the experience. Further, our students have the ability to move from
topic to topic, according to the individual’s own priority. Educators
call this an “adaptive learning system”. It enables the learner to
comprehend through the use of exploration and experimental techniques –
a very dynamic process. When a student utilizes our instructor for
questions and discussion, all elements of the learning process are
involved, ensuring that knowledge actually is stored in long-term
memory.
When combined with the flexibility of the program – allowing the student
to be most focused on material – and the excellent manual as a desk
reference – our students profit from this combination of high quality
materials, learning experience and the ongoing desk resource.
Training Materials
The student receives a “textbook” which is reading material,
organized in a 3-ring binder, and set up like a traditional textbook
with chapters and quizzes at the end of each chapter.
The School of Mortgage Lending students continually tell us how much
they value the binder; which becomes a desk manual and ongoing resource.
One of the advantages to Distance Learning, over classroom or
computer-based training, is the ability to review material after
completion of the course. This aspect of our training program sets us
apart from other providers and provides significant added value to our
students.
Procedure
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Registration
Completing the registration process gets things
started. You may call to request a course (800)724-8582 or complete
the online form at Order Here. Payment is by credit card or check.
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Course Work
The course is shipped to students within 24 hours
of receipt of registration. All courses are shipped FedEx 2nd day
delivery. Some of our smaller courses are available in download
format, in which case the course is emailed after registration
Students read the material in the textbook, like a traditional
correspondence course. When a student is ready to submit a quiz, or
all of the quizzes, he/she logs on to our web site, goes to the
Quizzes section and completes the quiz. Detailed instructions for
this process are provided with the course.
Our instructors are available to answer questions, either by phone
or email. Details are provided with the course text.
If a student is unable to access the Internet, faxed grading and
processing is available for an additional fee of $35.00.
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Certificate of Completion
Upon receipt of the last assignment, we provide
an email certificate, which can be used for state compliance. All
states accept this document, except for Ohio in which case we report
to the state. An original is mailed within two weeks of course
completion.
Timing
Students have 6 months to complete a course. We recommend completing
it in a shorter time frame, for the best learning experience.
Proctored Exams
Some states require proctored exams. A proctored exam is one in which
the student’s identification is checked and the work performed in the
proctor’s presence. We have developed a system that gives students the
greatest flexibility possible.
Proctoring can work in one of two ways:
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The student goes to any library, clergyman or
police station where the proctor confirms both identification and
the fact that the student performs the online submission – meaning
that the proctor must have Internet access.
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The proctor can be any notary public. This means
that a student can go to an attorney’s office, a bank, or any other
business relationship. Some firms have arranged for a notary to come
to the office where several students are proctored at one time.
Upon completion of all quizzes, the proctor form is faxed to our
office and we issue the email certificate.
Please be sure to indicate for which state(s) the certificate
is needed, so that we may be sure we receive a proctored examination
form. You will receive proctoring instructions upon receipt of the registration.
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