FAQs

Course bookings are normally processed within 24 hours during the working week. If you haven’t received it during this time, please be patient as it will definitely be with you soon. Please also keep an eye on your spam or junk folder as orders can sometimes end up there. If you are still concerned, please email the support team.

Our online courses can be done anywhere in the world, anytime of the day providing you have access to a PC and/or device and an internet connection.

No. This just means we give you that long to finish the course. Because most of our courses are self-paced, you can finish them a lot sooner. Sometimes even in a quarter of the time.

The answer is very simple… there are people that still want to learn about older technologies (known as ‘legacy systems), concepts and methodologies. Why?  Well as an example their company may be still be using these older technologies and methodologies. A good example of this is the Windows 7 operating system. Many companies are still using this despite the upgrades. IT personnel that are unfamiliar with this operating system may require training in the software to manage it across the company.

The 24/7 online tutor service is only available on selected courses. Mainly our course bundles and IT courses. It works the same way as a chat window. If you have a question about your course or a specific topic, you just type in question, and you’ll get a response from an expert.

Yes. Just send the support team an email letting them know which course you would like a demo of.

Our online courses are a multi-media based. They utilize instructor-led videos, audio, text and visual illustrations to deliver the learning. Training always focuses on real-world scenarios and skill-set development. Some of courses also come with downloadable course notes, templates, online tests, and coursework to complete.

Our self-paced training programs are designed in a modular fashion to allow a learner the flexibility to work with expert level instruction anytime 24/7. All courses are arranged in defined sections with navigation controls allowing them to control the pace of their training. This allows them to learn at their own pace around their schedule.

Other online course features include:

Social Learning & Networking

The intuitive course platform allows a learner to interact and collaborate with other students and staff, form study groups, engage in discussions, rate and ‘like’ different courses and stay up to date with all the latest industry knowledge. This course platform is unmatched in the industry and makes learning fun and enjoyable.

Quizzes & Exam Simulators

Our custom practice exams prepare the learner for their final assessment differently and more effectively than the traditional exam preps on the market. Each learner has access to practice quizzes after each module to ensure they are confident on the topic they have completed before proceeding. This will allow them to gauge their effectiveness before moving to the next module of their course. Hudson courses also include practice exams designed to replicate the environment in the testing center as closely as possible. These exams comprise of 100 questions on average.

Flash Cards & Educational Games

Hudson knows that education is not a one size fits all approach. Individuals learn in different ways using different tools. That’s why Flash Cards and Educational Games are provided throughout our courses. This allows the learner to train in ways that keep them engaged and focused, as well as retain their knowledge in a more effective way.

Once you purchase an online course, we will contact you within one business day to provide you with login info to access your course materials online. We usually send out login codes within 60 minutes after you have enrolled for an online course. If you have not received your login information within 24 hours, please check your email’s spam folder to make sure it didn’t end up there. You are also welcome to contact us anytime if your login information has not arrived within this time frame.

Login access is 24/7, and you can access training courses from any computer, laptop, or mobile device as long as you have an internet connection. This allows you to fit learning into your schedule anytime, anywhere.

Our online courses are self-paced, so it can take as little or as much time as you like. You’ll enjoy 12 months of access to most of our online courses, but some of our courses take as little as a few days or a few weeks to complete.

For most courses, you’ll get 12 months of access to live online classes with experienced tutors. This access is available even after you’ve completed your course or certification.

We only work with expert instructors who are highly qualified and experienced. For instance, our IT instructors have a minimum of 15 years real-world experience and are subject matter experts in their fields.

Our intuitive online course platform allows learners to interact and collaborate with instructors, engage in discussions, and ask questions to get the most out of their learning. And you also have access to experienced tutors who can walk you through any course topic you may be struggling with.

Live Labs are in essence simulators for IT learners. They allow an individual to apply their course skills in a software environment that is not harmful to others or equipment. As an example, a learner can configure a network and setup a firewall within such an environment. Live Labs not only provide learners with valued experience, but help to better prepare them for their final exams. All Live Labs come with instructions and tasks. These tasks are related to the material covered in a course. For instance, if a learner undertakes a networking course, s/he will be required to undertake networking related tasks in his or her Live Lab.

In today’s world of complex IT systems and technologies, it is essential that IT professionals and those new to IT are able to demonstrate how to use and understand various systems and software. Using Live Labs can help develop a learner’s practical IT skills in a safe working environment without the need to invest in hardware and software. With the ease and convenience of the Internet, we provide the learner with access to real equipment that brings theory to life and gives them a greater depth of technology understanding. Having Live Lab experience can also give a learner an edge on their CV.

We offer live labs in a range of vendor areas from Microsoft and Cisco, to CompTIA. Environments include MS Server, Exchange, SharePoint, and Active Directory, and more.

Our Pro Packs include the relevant Live Labs courses for each certification.

Click here to learn more about our Live Lab course options.

For most courses, exam fees are separate. However, we do offer Pro Packs which include all exam fees and any relevant Live Labs. Pro Pack courses include Cisco certifications, CompTIA certifications, Six Sigma, IT Support, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Windows Server 2012.

Click here to learn more about our Pro Packs.

You will be required to setup a webcam in your home or office in a closed space. You will have a set amount of time to do the exam. Once you start, you will be monitored by an examination proctor who will observe you over your web camera to ensure you are not using any devices or other methods to cheat. Once you start, you cannot start over again. Your exam answers will be submitted at the end of the test and you may be allowed to receive your results instantly depending on the exam, test center and proctor.

There are normally testing centers located throughout the world. We can help you locate your nearest testing center. Alternatively your course may allow you to sit your exam online in your own home. If would like to enquire about how and where your exams will be sat before starting your course, just send us an email to [email protected].

Yes. In most cases it’s just a simple case of booking a new date and time. You will have to pay for the exam resit however. It should be noted that you cannot normally resit the same exam on the same day you failed. You will normally have to wait between 1-7 days to rebook your exam.

Prices depend on the certification. Here are a few average prices:

• Microsoft Office Specialist: Normally around £65-£95
• Microsoft IT Specialist: Microsoft exams are normally £99, excluding Microsoft Office exams.
• CompTIA: Normally around £116-£235
• Cisco: Normally around £100-£170

Our Pro Packs make it easy by including the cost of all relevant Exam fees and Live Labs in the cost of the course.

If you have sat an exam and passed, this will normally be posted to you within several weeks. If you are doing a short course, you might be allowed to print out your certificate of completion after you’ve finished your course. Vendor certifications (e.g. Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA) may take longer to arrive.

Yes. All certifications gain from our certification courses are globally recognised. We do not award the certifications upon completion of our courses and the passing of your examination. This is done by the actual vendor. For instance, if you complete a Microsoft certification course, Microsoft awards your certification. If you complete a Cisco certification course, Cisco awards your certification… and so on.

There are a small number of non-certification courses we offer that do not lead to a certification however. These are mainly skills based courses only. Please check with us before purchasing your course if you would like us to confirm the certification status of your course.

Yes! Here are the types of support we provide:

Tutoring

We offer free tutor support on our entire range of courses, Monday to Friday 9:30am-6pm GMT. We also offer 24/7 Tutor Support as an upgrade option.

Exam Support

We’ll help you set up exams for your certifications. Whether you’re looking for a test centre nearby, or want to set up an online exam at home, we’ll walk you through all of your options. Our Pro Packs also combine courses with relevant exam fees.

Technical Support

Should any technical issues arise, our support team is here to solve your problems as quickly as possible.

Online Exams

Most exams are conducted online. You can take the exams at home or in your office, as long as you have a quiet, private space with a webcam and internet connection.

During the exam you will be required to setup a webcam in your office, and will have a set amount of time to do the exam. Once you start, you will be monitored by an examination proctor who will observe you over your web camera to ensure you are not using any devices or other methods to cheat. Once you start, you cannot start over again. Your exam answers will be submitted at the end of the test and you will receive your results instantly or when the proctor tells you.

If you have sat an exam and passed, this will normally be posted to you within several weeks. If you are doing a short course, you might be allowed to print out your certificate of completion after you’ve finished your course. The more higher level certifications take longer to arrive.

Taking an Exam at a Test Center

Some certifications require you to sit for the exam in a test center. Exam halls are available around the world; contact our support team for help finding a test center near you.

Yes! We offer easy monthly installment plans for most courses. Depending on the course, you can spread the cost of your course over a 1-6 month period, interest free. No credit checks or credit agreement required.

• Bundles: For our Certification Bundles and Soft Skills Bundles, you can pay in three monthly installments.
• Pro Packs: Course fees on our Pro Packs can be spread over 3-6 months, however you will not be able to sit your exams until your full balance is paid.

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Yes, we offer bulk discount plans for businesses. Visit contact our support team for more information on our pricing packages.

We offer a 7 Day Money-Back Guarantee. You can try our courses risk-free, and if you’re not completely satisfied within a 7-day period, we’ll give you a full refund — no questions asked.

For most courses, you also have the option to exchange the course if it’s within 30 days from the date you enrolled.

Contact our support team if you are interested in an exchange or refund.

You can monitor your performance through the internal scoring on the Learning Management System (LMS). There are tests and coursework throughout the course that will allow you to grade your level of knowledge at certain points. There is also a final assessment (i.e. mock test).

Yes, we offer bulk discount plans for businesses. Visit our Business Pricing page for more information on our pricing packages.

Yes! Here are the types of support we provide:

Tutoring

We offer free tutor support on our entire range of courses, Monday to Friday 9:30am-6pm GMT. We also offer 24/7 Tutor Support as an upgrade option.

Exam Support

We’ll help you set up exams for your certifications. Whether you’re looking for a test centre nearby, or want to set up an online exam at home, we’ll walk you through all of your options. Our Pro Packs also combine courses with relevant exam fees.

Technical Support

Should any technical issues arise, our support team is here to solve your problems as quickly as possible.

Upon request we can offer guidance and advice in this area such as: how to go about getting a job, how to prepare a CV, how to prepare for an interview, who to contact.

We cannot guarantee you will get a job automatically, but we can offer guidance and advice on how to go about getting a job.

This depends on a number of factors such as whereabouts you want to work and how much experience you have.

For IT courses, you can get an idea of your qualification’s earning potential by visiting itjobswatch.co.uk. Type in the name of your qualification in the search box. You’ll also be able to see how in demand your qualification is.

For jobs in the U.S., visit payscale.com.

Absolutely! Our course advisors are available by phone and email anytime you have a question about our courses. You can also schedule a call-back to have someone from our team give you a call at your convenience.

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No problem, we’re here to help! Please contact us by phone or email and we’ll be in touch as soon as possible.