Frequently
Asked
Questions

 

Q: Where are the courses held?
A: The courses are held at our offices from Central House No. 1 Ballards lane, London N3. Central house is right opposite Finchley Central tube station. We also have practice areas out door. At times where possible and depending on availability of sites we take students to construction sites for a site visit.

Q: How long does it take to complete the course?
A: The course duration is flexible and dependent on your previous site experience. We offer weekend and evening courses as well as full time short courses.

Q: How much do they cost?
A: Please refer to price pages for latest up dates

Q: Can I come in just for one day a week?
A: Yes we have weekend and evening courses as well as one week full time surveying courses.

Q: Do you give certificates?
A: Yes, at the end of your course you will complete a competency test which takes a few hours to complete as well as submission of one or two assignments to demonstrate understanding of learning outcome of units studied. You will be awarded a City and Guilds certificate which is recognized qualification in UK.

For some courses we issue inhouse certificates only.

Q: I am affiliated to Chartered institute of Civil engineers and chartered Institute of building (CIOB) are your courses recognized for the purpose of CPD (Continuous professional development)?
A: Yes, Most chartered institutes recognize our courses for the purpose of CPD, such as Chartered institute of Building, Institute of chartered civil engineers, etc. in general each day of the course can count about 5 hours of CPD.

Q: What do I need to bring with me on the first day?
A: We provide everything that is necessary

Q: I don't have formal education, can I still join your course?
A: Yes, as a training College we train everybody who wants to become a building site engineer, surveyor or just want to improve their mathematics and IT, we teach you all you need to know.

Q: What is your refund policy?
A: Please ensure that you read course details sent to you before you make any payment, as no refund will be possible after payment is made for any reason. We will answer any questions or queries you may have, we will endeavor to help you to make an informed choice.

Q: What is different about Finchley College?
A: Unlike other colleges we do allow former students to attend lectures again if they require to refresh their knowledge or skills.