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# \[BL-HL-CM-5\] FAQ on CM-5000 Blended & Hybrid Learning Course
You may have read our detailed descriptions of the course and its contents but still have some burning questions. This page aims to assist you in clarifying these doubts about the Crisis Management Expert Implementer of blended learning (BL) and hybrid Learning (HL).
The content included specific Singapore and Malaysians government funding requirements for Singaporeans and Malaysian only.
[Aqmar Azizi](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/crisis-management/author/aqmar-azizi) Apr 15, 2020
This page aims to clarify any further doubts you have about attending the CM-5000 Blended Learning \[BL-CM-5\] or Hybrid Learning (HL) Course.
### [![\[BL-HL-CM-3-4-5\] Phases Learning Roadmap CM-300-CM-400-CM-5000 Crisis Management Course Phase](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/5ff26902-051e-4cf3-a8b2-ed16dc0af61b.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/5ff26902-051e-4cf3-a8b2-ed16dc0af61b)What are Blended Learning (100% Online) and Hybrid Learning (50% Online and 50% Onsite for Modules 3 and 4)?
At BCM Institute, Module 1 and Module 2, CM-300, are always conducted online or through blended learning. Participants can attend an onsite course for all our training types only through Modules 3 and 4.
#### Course Fees
##### What is included in the course fee?
Your course fees cover all the pre-reading materials, online facilitated discussions, assessments, and examinations attached to the course.
It also includes one re-examination for the Qualifying Crisis Management Certified Expert (CMCE) Exam if you do not pass on the first try.
##### Why should I pay the same price as a "brick-and-mortar " onsite course
##### and mortar" on-site course?
While the mode of delivery and courseware have been adapted for virtual training, you still get the same value in standards, competency, and the level of professional instructors. You'll get the same instructors you would in the "brick and mortar" course.
[![\[BL-CM-5\] What is a CM-5000 Blended Learning Course?](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/ccefd4e5-12da-439f-b4dc-50cec862ebca.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/ccefd4e5-12da-439f-b4dc-50cec862ebca)To learn more about how blended learning matches its "brick and mortar" counterpart, read: [What is a CM-5000 Blended Learning Course?](https://blog.bcm-institute.org/crisis-management/bl-cm-5-what-is-a-cm-5000-blended-learning-course-1) or click the icon on the right.
#### Blended Learning
**Note for Singapore Participants:** As BCM Institute is an Authorised Training Organisation (ATO) with the Singapore government, please scroll to the last segment of this blog to learn more about course funding for Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents (PR). As for Malaysia, this course is funded by HRD Corp.
##### Is this a new initiative?
No, this is not a new initiative. BCM Institute has always had an e-learning platform. The COVID-19 situation just allowed us to feature the courses more prominently. This is especially true since we have been getting increasing requests to conduct the CM-300 and CM-5000 courses internationally.
##### What is so special about this course?
The CM-5000 Blended Learning is the first course aligned to the ISO standard (being published) and ISO 22361:2022 Security and Resilience — Crisis Management — Guidelines standard.
##### Is the course internationally recognised?
The courseware and standards match our "brick-and-mortar" course, so it receives the same recognition as its face-to-face counterpart.
##### What is blended learning? What type(s) of learning does it comprise?
Blended learning is a course BCM Institute offers that combines e-learning, online facilitated classes/discussions, offline self-study and assignments. Some may see it as hybrid learning.
Unlike the heavily discounted or free courses top universities offer through Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) platforms like Udemy and Coursera, these courses are available only for a limited number of participants. The courses' online modules are also conducted live, allowing for instant feedback and interaction among participants and facilitators.
Using video conferencing, the ZOOM online learning platform lets participants engage with one another. Because geographic constraints do not bind it, participants are more likely to interact with a more international crowd.
This interaction, consistent with what BCM Institute's courses are known for, would further enhance participants' understanding of implementing a CM plan and managing a CM team.
##### How many blended learning courses does BCM Institute have?
| | [![\[BL-3-Catalog\] What Specialist Level Blended Learning Courses that are Available?](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/4b22a53c-6e3e-4b9e-8c2a-888423f1d26c.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/4b22a53c-6e3e-4b9e-8c2a-888423f1d26c) | [![\[BL-5-Catalog\] What Expert Level Blended Learning Courses that are Available?](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/fe175db3-7f57-4636-bf09-e9a836aa5478.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/fe175db3-7f57-4636-bf09-e9a836aa5478) | |
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##### Can I attend more than one blended learning course at any given time?
Yes, you can, as long as the blended learning courses you signed up for do not have clashing schedules.
##### Can I do blended learning on my own time and at my own pace?
Yes, you can. You can mix and match the modules that make up the CM-5000 Blended Learning course. However, you must finish the course within three months of your initial registration for the first module.
##### Is there a specific time that I need to dedicate to the webinar?
You must refer to our course schedule for the specific time and date.
##### Do you have a sample of blended learning? Video sample?
We don't have a sample yet, but we will update this page as soon as it is ready.
Who would be my facilitator, and would I have access to my facilitator outside the online training/workshop?
Your facilitators will be of the same standard as those in our "brick and mortar" course; the program admin team will share a list of facilitators before the course starts.
They will be available to you only via email outside the training/workshop hours.
##### How much time (in hours) do I need to complete the CM-5000 Blended Learning?
Here is a breakdown of the time spent:
| **Module** | **Mode of Study (Online or Onsite)** | **Sessions** | **Mandatory & Fixed Timing (Hours)** |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
|  | **\[BL\] E-learning/ Self-paced and Self-study** | **Eight e-learning modules** | **-** |
|  | **\[BL\] Facilitated Online Workshop** (3 Hours Self Study = Assignment + 6 Hours Scheduled Online Classes) | **Two online sessions** | **6 (3-hour x 2 separate sessions)** |
| **Total Hours** | **Blended Learning \[BL\] Module 1 and 2.** Note that participants attending Hybrid Learning \[HL\] will attend the same BL Module 1 and Module 2 | **11** | **6** |
|  | **\[BL\] Web Training and Discussion Workshop** (2 Hours Self Study + 3-Hour Scheduled Online Classes) | **Two online sessions** | **6 (3-hour x 2 separate sessions)** |
|  | **\[BL\] Web Training and Discussion Workshop** (2 Hours Self Study + 2 Hours Scheduled Online Classes) | **Two online sessions** | **6 (3-hour x 2 separate sessions)** |
| **Total Hours** | **Blended Learning \[BL\] Module 3 and 4** | **Four 3-hour online sessions** | **12** |
| [](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/aef2c5e6-b982-4acd-a91b-0c93ecf9439e) | **\[HL\] Onsite face-to-face Workshop** | **1-day onsite** | **8** |
| [](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/0b82df15-1624-41b4-86e7-b2eae78e0c92) | **\[HL\] Onsite face-to-face Workshop** | **1-day onsite** | **8** |
| **Total Hours** | **Hybrid Learning \[HL\] Day 3 and Day 4** | **2-day onsite** | **16** |
| [](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/397d3df1-5691-4ee9-ba12-2cbe42fc8844) | **CMCE Qualifying Examination for Crisis Management Certified Expert (after BL-HL-CM-5 course)** | **-** | **3 and 1/2 hours** |
| [](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/b6db6f6b-f81d-4f80-9973-4dbd5d982c3a) | **CMCS Qualifying Examination for Crisis Management Certified Specialist (after BL-CM-3 course)** | **-** | **2 and 1/2 hours** |
##### Why must I stretch the time required to complete the Blended Learning Course?
The stretched timing gives you more time to digest and revise the concepts taught.
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#### Prerequisites and Certifications
##### What do I need to do to attend the course?
You would need to make an upfront payment of SGD 3,850. You can pay via PayPal, Credit Card, Cheque, or Bank/Telegraphic Transfer.
##### What technical specifications do I need to attend the course?
You would need a stable internet connection for the E-learning, Facilitated Online Workshop and Web Training and Discussion Workshops.
##### What is the prerequisite for the course?
There is **no prerequisite for** the course. Anyone interested in BCM is welcome to join.
##### What certificate do I get when I finish the course, and is it the same as the one from a "brick and mortar" course?
You would be awarded the **Crisis Management Certified Planner (CMCP)** certificate, the same internationally recognised certificate you would get if you have attended, completed and **passed** the Qualifying Crisis Management Certified Expert (CMCE) certificate.
#### Blended and Hybrid Learning Requirement
##### Can I only attend the modules I like, or must I complete all components?
No, this is not possible as each module is linked, and failure to complete each module would not allow you to obtain the internationally recognised Crisis Management Certified Planner and, eventually, the Crisis Management Certified Expert\*
\*See [Crisis Management Certified Expert](https://www.bcm-institute.org/certification/crisis-management-certification/crisis-management-certified-expert-cmce/) certification prerequisites for details.
##### What happens if I attend half the learning and don't complete the other half within the three weeks given? Do I still get a certificate, or do I have to re-register and pay to attend the whole course again from Day 1?
[![Email to Program Admin Team \[BCM Institute\]](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/dee56d51-0a71-4a46-99ff-0a000a9f6d62.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/dee56d51-0a71-4a46-99ff-0a000a9f6d62)Where you stop in your blended or hybrid learning journey will determine whether you will get a certificate.
For re-registration queries, contact our program admin team, who can help you with your situation.
##### Can I opt out of blended learning halfway and rejoin a brick-and-mortar class later?
No, you cannot opt out halfway. The course isn't structured to allow that.
##### Can I participate in the course if I have already earned and hold a CMCP certificate?
[![Email to Sales Team \[BCM Institute\]](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/3893111/3c53daeb-2836-4843-b0e0-645baee2ab9e.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/3c53daeb-2836-4843-b0e0-645baee2ab9e)
*You can only join from Module 2, as completing Module 2 is required to attend Modules 3 and 4.Contact our team to find out more about joining the Module 2, 3 and 4 course*
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#### Singapore Funding for CM-5000 Crisis Management Expert Implementer Course
These are the funding options that are available for Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents.
##### [](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/2d66ca6d-96cd-4f69-9825-eb800f029f30)Is there funding available for blended learning?
##### [](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/19cdde46-5ac8-4724-8bc5-5b0f7dfd08fb)SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)
Currently, the only funding available is SSG funding. The same funding for the "brick and mortar" CM-5000 Crisis Management Expert Implementer course is available.
[](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/d5427a2a-00dc-4e1f-82d1-74734626401d)Please read it here to learn about SSG funding and who can claim it.
##### SkillsFuture Claim
With effect from April 2020, Singaporeans can claim SGD 500. Click an icon to read more
##### What if I fail the examination meant to claim my SSG funding?
Your course fees include a free re-examination (i.e., a second try at the examination). Those who fail on their first try will also receive an analysis of which parts they are weak at and access to online recorded revision sessions.
[](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/3893111/e0a2f11d-f3e0-4d73-bae6-b66e40484d76)Feedback and results received showed that these helped tremendously for those who came back to do their re-examination.
However, if you fail again, you will need to pay a Singapore Dollar (SGD) 250 re-examination fee. If you submit the passing re-examination result within one year of starting the course, you can make your SSG claim.
##### What is the difference between the CM-5000 Blended Learning and the WSQ course?
We are using the latest CM standard, while WSQ uses the Singapore WSQ requirements, with little or no discussion of how they relate to international CM Standards. This course also teaches you how to work with senior management and manage maturing CM programs.
##### Why is there a difference in assessment for Singapore and non-Singapore course participants?
The Singaporean and Singapore Permanent Resident claiming the IMDA CITREP funding has to complete and show proof of passing the online Qualifying Crisis Management Certified Expert (CMCE) examination before funds can be reimbursed to them.
Find out more about Blended Learning \[BL\] or Hybrid Learning \[HL\] for CM-5000 and CM-300
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