The Blackford Centre Reviews 

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3.3

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've just started my course so it's early days for me. I was nervous about starting a home learning course but I had a helpful and friendly chat on the phone before deciding to enroll. All my question... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I did quite a measure of research before l chose Blackford Centre. I went to the extent of sending out emails and calling establishments, more than once on occasions, just to have a feel of the da... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The course taught me a lot for a future in herbalism and was very informational and thorough however getting a merit is hard when you don't get full tutor feedback on all assignments. Overall the cour... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I completed the course, It was fantastic, I learned so much and got my diploma, I was really excited about starting my new career! I even had business cards printed! And then my therapist told me that... See more

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  3. Career and Education Provider
  4. College
  5. Distance Learning Center
  6. Study at Home School
  7. Vocational College

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My Experience

So far the feedback from my Tutor Richard has been speedy with some really good advice that I can take going forward. The Modules and Assignments have been informative and well presented

25 May 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi
Thanks for your great feedback!
I'm delighted to hear you are enjoying the course, and working with your tutor.
Enjoy your next module!
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly Recommend

I'm a few weeks into my Diploma in Copywriting and I am super impressed with The Blackford Centre. I opted for the online and printed course. I live in France, but the materials still arrived within a couple of days. The study pack is great and has some nice extras in it too.

Communication from The Blackford Centre has been efficient and friendly and I feel very supported. It's brilliant to be assigned a tutor who I have direct email contact with. The feedback I have received on my assignments has been really valuable and in good time after my submissions. I'm thoroughly enjoying the course! To anyone who is thinking of doing it - my advice is go for it.

17 May 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi
Thanks so much for your great feedback.
I'm so pleased to hear you are enjoying working with your tutor and with the service you have received.
The best of luck with your next assignment!
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Efficient, friendly and knowledgeable...

Enrolment on the course was easy and effective. Everything was emailed over within seconds and all was laid out with the next steps.

I then received my course pack the next working day and was sent up and ready to learn in no time. The tutors seem very knowledgeable and make regular contact to keep you informed of everything.

Looking forward to completing the course.

14 May 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi, Thanks for your thorough feedback!
I'm delighted you are looking forward to your studies with us, and I wish you the best of luck with your next assignment.
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service so far

Brilliant service so far. Very informative! Very pleased

12 May 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi, thanks for your kind comments. I'm delighted you are enjoying your studies!
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

All the communication has been…

All the communication has been wonderful to date. Received my printed material from the courier quickly after registration. The study material are very well compiled and easy to follow.

11 May 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi
Thanks so much for your lovely comments!
I hope you thoroughly enjoy your studies with us.
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I completed the foot health care course…

I completed the foot health care course on 9th March 2021 , I really enjoyed the course with my assessor being outstanding , however I have had no correspondence from Blackfords since , I am keen to start my practice but have no certificate to be able to plan , I have emailed with no success .
Patience is running low !

7 May 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi
Thanks for your feedback.
I'm sorry to hear this! I have spoken with our support team, who will be contacting you shortly. It looks like your completion of the course is 'pending', which is why you haven't yet had your certificates. This basically means that your tutor has notified us of your course completion, but something on your record is preventing this fully processing. Our team will contact you directly to provide more details on why.
I'm sorry to hear you have had difficulty contacting us! I'm not sure what can have happened there.
Our support team can be contacted via email at: support@inst.org, and we reply to emails typically within one working day. This inbox is monitored 9 - 5 Monday to Friday. Alternatively, we are contactable by phone 9 - 5 Monday to Friday on 0800 781 1715, so you can always call us if you need support or help.
Our support team will be in touch very soon with more details for you.
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and prompt service.

Friendly and prompt service. Overview of course looks very good.

30 April 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi
Thanks for your kind comments! I'm delighted to hear you like the look of the course, and I hope you enjoy your studies!
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Handling with issues immediately

There were recently a communication issue between me and The Blackford Centre. The communication issue was on my side, I did not receive any emails from them because it were sent to one of my other accounts. When they realised this was the problem they dealt with it immediately. They even called me to make sure the issue was solved completely. They were very kind and I am very thankful for they way they solved this issue.

29 April 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi, thanks so much for your kind comments.
I'm delighted to hear that we were able to resolve the issue faced here! Thanks so much for taking the time to review your experience with us, and I wish you the best of luck with the remainder of your studies!
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very professional and quick responses

Very professional and quick responses. Received my hardcopy course within 3 days. Was a little disappointed that the advert says a 'big box' will be couriered, however what arrived was a file with all my papers.
I am impressed with the course material so far and, I'm ready to submit my first assignment for module 1.

25 April 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi, thanks for your comments!
I'm delighted to hear you have enjoyed your first course module.
We welcome feedback, so thanks for your comments on the pack. I have passed this to our team for review.
I wish you the best of luck with your first assignment! If ever you need any support or guidance, do contact our support team at: support@inst.org, who will be delighted to help.
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really great course !!!!

I spent a bit extra to have a hard copy of the course and I'm so please i did. It arrived in a couple of days and was so beautifully packages with the full course inside, a really useful herbal medicine book and some starter herbs. It also came with lots of information on how to get started as a practitioner. Amazing course material. I'm so excited to do this course. Im really please :)

13 April 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi
Thanks so much for your lovely feedback!
I'm delighted to her you are pleased with your course materials, and I hope you thoroughly enjoy your studies with us!
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My initial thought was one of "have I…

My initial thought was one of "have I made the right choice" and " what have I let myself in for". Well I was reassured by the information online and sent to me, that this was the right course for me. Unlike some other places of learning their is a full back up of help on hand.

26 March 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi, thanks so much for your feedback.
Thank you for your honesty, it's great to hear you feel well supported!
I hope you thoroughly enjoy your studies with us.
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and friendly

I've just started my course so it's early days for me. I was nervous about starting a home learning course but I had a helpful and friendly chat on the phone before deciding to enroll. All my questions were answered. I felt the information was clear and transparent. All my course materials arrived promptly and carefully boxed. I was contacted by my tutor shortly after and so far I feel 'welcomed' and receive regular emails. I'm looking forward to studying and feel in safe hands!

24 March 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi
Thank you for your in-depth feedback.
We appreciate that it can be daunting to take up a new course, especially via distance learning. However it can be a fantastic method of study for many students, and we strive to help students feel supported and happy studying with us. I'm delighted to hear that you are looking forward to getting started! The best of luck with your first assignment.
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cannot say a single negative thing…

Cannot say a single negative thing about not only the course itself but also the service and the support, absolutely top class.

15 March 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi
Thanks so much for your kind comments, and I hope you thoroughly enjoy your studies with us!
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Enjoyable & Informative

Informative & useful examples & content outlay. Good customer service & tutors. Enjoyable course.

14 March 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi
Thanks for your lovely comments!
I hope you continue to enjoy your course, and the best of luck with your next module.
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Somewhere there were a misunderstanding…

Somewhere there were a misunderstanding about my payment. The service was still excellent. I was kept in the loop everyday. Staff is super friendly..

12 March 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi, thanks so much for your lovely comments!
I'm sorry to hear there was some confusion surrounding your enrolment, but I'm delighted this was resolved, and that you have been pleased with the service received.
I hope you thoroughly enjoy your studies!
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am so pleased with my choice of…

I am so pleased with my choice of course and really pleased with the professional way it has been delivered explained and presented to me, there are members of staff at the end of the phone who have been extremely helpful , I have everything I need including a tutor, I feel supported and confident that I can achieve my goals, its the best thing I`ve done in years, highly recommend this company

10 March 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi, thanks so much for your wonderful comments and feedback!
The best of luck with your studies, and do contact us if ever you need anything.
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt response to my original enquiry

Prompt response to my original enquiry. Fast delivery and comprehensive package received. I am really pleased I have chosen this institution to study with.

9 March 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi, thanks for your great feedback!
I'm delighted to hear you have been pleased with the service received so far, and I hope you enjoy your course.
Best wishes
Kate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very quick delivery

Very quick delivery. Material course really nice so far! Enjoying it

25 February 2021
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Reply from The Blackford Centre

Hi
Thanks for your great feedback, that's wonderful to hear!
Best wishes
Kate

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