PLEASE NOTE There has been a change to the current syllabi, this will take effect for the September 2010 examinations, please download a copy from below.
The final Registrations for this qualification will be 30 September 2010. No further Registrations will be accepted after this date. Please contact Manchester Open Learning before this date if you wish to Register for the qualification.
The last examinations for this diploma will take place in April 2013. This may mean that you have limited opportunities to sit the examinations.
The National Federation of Property Professionals (NFOPP) Awarding Body is committed to raising the standards within estate agency through the provision of accredited, nationally recognised qualifications. The NFOPP Awarding Body is independent and recognised by the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual). This means we have to follow strict guidelines and maintain quality standards in the provision of all our qualifications.
The Diplomas are Level 5 Qualifications on the National Qualifications Framework, which are equivalent to an HND or a pass at foundation degree level. Estate agents with 3 years or more experience can study for and gain a Diploma in their chosen subject with the support of an expert tutor. The Diploma will give you a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of a range of agency related topics and give you the tools needed to progress within the industry.
As a successful holder of the Diploma in Residential Estate Agency you would be eligible for the exclusive Fellow grade of The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA). This will in turn demonstrate your integrity as a reputable agent and improve your status within your company.
Unit 1: Legal Aspects of Estate Agency(3 hour examination)
Unit 2: Estate Agency Practice and Valuation (3 hour examination)
Unit 3: Domestic Building Design, Construction and Repair (3 hour examination)
Unit 4: Business Promotion and Organisation (3 hour examination)
Unit 5: Residential Estate Agency project covering a cross section of topics within the syllabus (6,000 words)
The Diploma training is provided by MOL (a division of the Manchester College). They offer a flexible style of learning that means you can study in your own time with the aid of study materials designed specifically for the qualification. A tutor who has experience within your chosen subject and has teaching expertise will be on hand via telephone or email to aid your studies and guide you to success.
We recommend that candidates spend 350 hours studying for the qualification; this can be done at your own pace within the MOL tutor support time constraints. Past examination papers can be purchased to facilitate your learning and of course your tutor can be on hand to mark those for you.
The Diploma is divided into 5 Units, 4 Units are assessed by written examinations and 1 Unit requires you to produce a 6000 word project. The examinations are scheduled every April and September. Each examination lasts 3 hours; you need to answer 5 questions from a choice of 8 within this time limit. Your project title and subject are chosen by you with the aid of your tutor. Ideally this project will cover a wide range of subjects within the qualification syllabus.
The costs for the Diploma in Residential Estate Agency are payable directly to MOL.
For a one off fee of £995 plus £325 for advance payment of exam fees you will be provided with:
Please contact MOL for up to date pricing.
Resits are charged at £65.00 per Unit.
HOW LONG WILL THE QUALIFICATION TAKE?
You should allow approximately 350 hours of learning time for the qualification. You must take and pass all five Units within 3 years of the date of first achieving a pass mark in one or more examination, and so you need to be sure that you have the time and resources available to undertake this. It is your responsibility to ensure that you do undertake all the necessary study and assignments within specified timescales.
Examinations are held in April and September, and you will be given an individual deadline date for the submission of your project by MOL. Your study can therefore be planned with these dates in mind.
PLEASE NOTE that the last examinations for this diploma will take place in April 2013. This may mean that you have limited opportunities to sit the examinations.
Each Unit has a pass mark of 45%. You will receive your results by letter after the papers have been marked and the examinations board has verified the results.
If you wish to undertake the Diploma please familiarise yourself with the examination regulations and syllabus. Once you are ready to enrol please contact MOL by telephoning 0161 203 2103. Further information can also be found on their website at: www.mol-openlearning.co.uk .
Requests for exemptions from one or more examinations are considered by the Examinations Board and must be made in writing to the NFOPP Examinations Coordinator.
Exemptions will only be considered if they have been gained within 5 years of sitting the first examination of the DipCPA; and if the qualification to be considered has been externally assessed. No exemptions from the project will be allowed.
If you have achieved the five mandatory Units plus Units 9, 10, 11 and 20 of NVQ Level 3 Sale of Residential Property in the 3 years preceding your enrolment, you will be exempt from the Estate Agency Practice and Valuation examination.
Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to contact the NFOPP Qualifications section to discuss what adjustments can be made to enable them to take the Diploma. The Disability Policy can be found on the website and can be emailed or posted on request.
A holder of the DipREA qualification may be entitled to the following exemptions:
The DipREA should provide exemptions from other relevant degrees, foundation degrees and diplomas, but these exemptions are reviewed and agreed regularly. Please check on this website for current exemptions. Alternatively candidates may wish to consult with the relevant University/college
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