Guernsey – classroom courses
Classroom courses are now being held in-centre where these are delivered by a local tutor.
Courses with a UK-based tutor will continue to be delivered via our online virtual classroom until travel restrictions are lifted.
Students will be contacted by their tutor prior to their course to confirm the arrangements. We understand that some students may not feel comfortable attending courses in-centre, so students will have the option to join the class virtually.
Any students experiencing cold or flu symptoms should not attend their course in-centre, and should instead join virtually for the duration of their symptoms and for 48 hours after they have cleared.
Travel Policy:
Students/staff returning from off-island travel should follow local Public Health guidelines for isolation before returning to class.
If a member of your household has returned from travelling, you must follow the Public Health rules based on where that person has been travelling before returning to class.
Please note that provided you continue to attend your course and submit your mock exams as required, your Retake Scheme is not affected by attending your course via the virtual classroom.
Guernsey - enhanced safety measures in-centre
We want all students and staff at First Intuition to feel safe and comfortable attending their classroom courses.
The following measures are taken in line with current Public Health guidance:
- Hand sanitiser will be provided throughout the premises and students will be encouraged to use this regularly;
- Enhanced and more regular cleaning of touchpoints (door handles, handrails, desks, kitchens etc);
- Students and staff must not come into the centre if they have cold/flu symptoms and for 48 hours after symptoms have cleared;
- Students and staff are asked to observe the travel policy (detailed above) when returning from off-island travel.
Jersey - classroom courses
Our Jersey centre has reopened for classes and computer-based exams (CBEs).
Courses with a UK-based tutor will continue to be delivered via our online virtual classroom until travel restrictions are lifted.
Students will be contacted by their tutor prior to their course to confirm the arrangements. We understand that some students may not feel comfortable attending courses in-centre, so students will have the option to join the class virtually.
Any students experiencing cold or flu symptoms should not attend their course in-centre, and should instead join virtually for the duration of their symptoms and for 48 hours after they have cleared.
Travel Policy:
Students/staff returning from off-island travel should follow local government guidelines for isolation before returning to class.
If a member of your household has returned from travelling, you must follow the isolation rules based on where that person has been travelling before returning to class.
Please note that provided you continue to attend your course and submit your mock exams as required, your Retake Scheme is not affected by attending your course via the virtual classroom.
Jersey - enhanced safety measures in-centre
We want all students and staff at First Intuition to feel safe and comfortable returning to classroom courses.
The following measures have been taken in line with Level 1 Public Health guidance to protect everyone from the risks of Covid-19:
- Hand sanitiser is available throughout the centre and students should use this regularly throughout the day.
- Touchpoints will be regularly wiped down.
- Attendance is not permitted for exams or for courses if a student has any cold or flu symptoms. Students will be able to attend courses virtually instead in these circumstances.
- Students and staff are asked to observe the travel policy (detailed above) when returning from off-island travel.
- Courses will be held in-centre when the tutor is locally-based. At present, courses delivered by off-island tutors will continue to be delivered via a virtual classroom. However, we are regularly reviewing the current travel guidance with a view to having UK tutors return to the classroom when possible.
Computer-based exams (on-demand)
Guernsey
The Guernsey centre is currently open for all CBEs, please email guernsey@fi.co.uk to book your exam.
Jersey
The Jersey centre is currently open for all CBEs, please email jersey@fi.co.uk to book your exam.
Remote exams
Some examining bodies are now allowing students to sit computer-based exams at home with remote invigilation. For more information about this option, please contact your tutor.
Sessional exams
We are in contact with the examining bodies to keep up-to-date with the status of sessional exams. Please see below for the updated information on exams:
ACCA: The ACCA have confirmed that all June exams in both Guernsey and Jersey will be held in-centre.
ICAEW: The ICAEW have confirmed that all June exams in both Guernsey and Jersey will be held in-centre.
Chartered Governance Institute (ICSA): The Institute has confirmed that exams in November 2020 and for all sessions going forward will be conducted via remote proctoring.
Our ongoing support to clients and students
As we continue to navigate these uncertain times, the health of our students and staff is our key concern. We want to reassure all our students that your success in your exams remains a priority. The delivery method and period of some our courses has changed but our support hasn’t – your tutor will still mark all your course and mock exams and any additional homework.
Our tutors and staff remain fully contactable. If you need to see a tutor to talk through any concepts, we are happy to hold one-to-one sessions via the virtual classroom or in person, if that is appropriate.
