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The photograph's above are (left) Charlotte Duffett M.S.S.F. of Gibbs of Ely - Student of the Year 2007 
and June Mackenzie M.S.S.F. of John Anthony Shoes of Lincoln - Student of the Year 2006.

You may only become a member of the Society if you qualify to do so, either by successfully completing one of our courses - or if you are an experienced shoe fitter already, via an Entrance Examination.  The course is a teaching aid/learning vehicle leading to a recognised qualification - extremely useful for staff training.  The examination is for already experienced fitters to prove they have the knowledge to become an M.S.S.F.  

The Course

• The course is a correspondence/distance learning course, and is punctuated by three practical 'hands-on' workshop days - which you are expected to attend.
  
• You will be allocated a personal tutor who will assist you throughout.
  
• You may pursue the course over either 5 or 10 months (the content is identical for both) but the cut-off date for papers is August 31st.
  
• You will receive a folder of information, divided into 10 modules, with relevant monthly question papers.  You must complete the questions monthly and send your answers to your tutor for assessment.  You can complete more quickly if desired.
  
• Please note, that at no time are you put under pressure.  Learning should be enjoyable and stress-free, and we aim to assist you through to a successful conclusion.
  
• A successful conclusion to the course leads to the qualification M.S.S.F. (British Qualifications Journal / Learning & Skills Council).  Longstanding members who have worked tirelessly for the Society can become 'Fellow' members F.S.S.F. if nominated for outstanding achievement by the Society.
  
• The most outstanding student of the year is awarded the Fisher George Memorial Trophy and receives a personal trophy and beautiful, inscribed valet box from Dasco (Dunkelman & Son) to keep.

Subject matter:

See Syllabus below.  The subject matter progresses naturally from the anatomy of the foot to footwear construction and fitting.

10 month course begins:            October 1^st annually

5/8 month courses begin:           January 1^st – March 1^st annually

£550 (no VAT as we are a 'not-for-profit' organisation).  All tuition and lunches at workshops are included.

£50 GOODWILL DISCOUNT:  For existing members shops,  IFRA or CFHR members, or anyone stocking our Associate Members' brands.

Overseas students - price upon application.

(Discount available for 2 or more courses booked at one time)

The Workshops

STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND WORKSHOPS - these are relaxed, informal days and a great chance to network!

    Wednesday February 4^th / Weds. June 10^th / Weds. September 16^th.

Venue:

Factory Visit in Northamptonshire.  Otherwise Workshops are held in London and directions are in the course folder or provided in advance.

Students: Free.  Student guest rate: £30 (limited to one per student)  Non-student delegate rate: £100.00.

 DON'T BE DISAPPOINTED - BOOK NOW TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE ON THE NEXT COURSE!  
   

2007/8 Workshop Dates: Attendance is highly recommended!

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