Courses - Are they any good?

[M.85]

HI there,
Im also looking into doing a Flight dispatch course.
I saw Avtech website and emailed for more info.
Seems like the courses are similar to the JAA ATPL theory(mass&balance,A/C Perf...)
Does one with the JAA ATPL entitled to a reduced course?is q lot of experience needed to get a first job?Anyone knows of airlines recruiting?
Is long distance worth it?

Thanks,

M.85