The Southeastern School of Consumer LendingSM is an intermediate-level, program
featuring more than 30 hours of classroom instruction in 14 modules within
seven-course clusters that provide specialized but well-rounded training in
consumer banking. Recommendations for participation include at least one year’s
experience in consumer lending or five years of general banking experience, in
addition to prescribed ABA or college course prerequisites. The school is
sponsored by the Tennessee Bankers Association, in cooperation with the Georgia
and Louisiana bankers associations.
ADMISSION/PREREQUISITES
Applicants to The Southeastern School of Consumer LendingSM should have a minimum of one year’s experience in consumer lending or five years of general banking experience. In addition, TSSCL recommends the completion of either ABA or college courses in Money and Banking, Analyzing Financial Statements, Consumer Credit, or Consumer Credit Analysis. Applicants may substitute documented work experience, in-bank training programs, or completion of schools or programs such as The Southeastern School of BankingSM or Essentials of Consumer Lending for portions of the recommended course work. If minimum requirements have not been met or a basic knowledge of banking is not indicated, a letter from either your nominating officer or CEO must accompany your application explaining why these requirements should be waived. This institution does not discriminate with regard to race, religion, gender, or age. Participation in TBA programs is limited to members, associate members, and nonmembers from an eligible membership category at applicable member or nonmember-rates. Students must complete two case studies prior to arrival and bring to class on Monday, March 17.
TUITION
Tuition covers instructional materials, breakfast, lunch, and refreshment breaks, while evening meals are on your own. The TBA offers a discounted tuition for early applicants. To qualify for the discount, TBA must receive these applications no later than February 24, 2025. After February 24, standard tuition applies. Due to preschool requirements TBA cannot accept applications after March 1.
Payment-in-full is required with the application. Discounted tuition deadline is February 24, 2025. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into the school after March 1. Applicants withdrawing after February 24 but before March 1 will be refunded all fees except a $250 cancellation fee. There is no refund, with the exception of documented extenuating circumstances, if an applicant withdraws after March 1 or fails to attend the school. Substitutions are welcome. Refund requests must be submitted in writing to the TBA. Payment is required at the time of registration. We accept ACH or credit card payments, both with no additional fees.
HOUSING
Students will reside at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel located near restaurants and Nashville nightlife. A block of rooms will be reserved at the special Tennessee Bankers Association rate of $229 a night for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Students will be responsible for making their own hotel reservation by using the link Loews Hotel or by contacting the hotel at 615-340-5778 or 1-888-879-0462 and using this code CSL316. Deadline to make reservation is February 24, 2025. The cost of accommodations and parking (self-parking $30, valet $54) is not included in tuition.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT
Graduates qualify for 24 hours of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit in the area of Specialized Knowledge and MUST be sure to sign in and out on the CPE attendance tracking sheet in order to receive credit. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Sponsors, CPE credits have been granted based on a 50-minute hour. Tennessee Bankers Association is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors (150 Fourth Avenue North, Suite 700, Nashville, TN, 37219-2417). Visit their website at www.nasba.org. For additional continuing education credit information, call the TBA education department at 800-964-5525 or 615-244-4871.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Advance Preparation: Students must complete two case studies and bring them to class on Monday, March 17.
Program Level: Intermediate
Delivery Method: Group-live
Special Needs: If you have a special need that may affect your participation in this program, or special dietary requests, please send
TBA a statement regarding any special needs at least 10 days before the program. We will contact you to discuss accommodations.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
To graduate from The Southeastern School of Consumer LendingSM, students must achieve a composite score of 70. This score is based on the scoring system below.
Case Study 1...........................................10%
Case Study 2 ....................................... .10%
Quiz .......................................................20%
Final Exam .............................................40%
Faculty & Staff Evaluation .....................20%
TBA CONTACTS
Monique White
Vice President of Education
[email protected]
615/313-0214
Ronnie L. Boling
Director of Schools
rb[email protected]
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