Aerospace 101, I think that's part of the risk in taking the CTC course, from what I believe (I'm not the oracle) the AQC / ATP part is the type rating / MCC, but and I say but it's abit open to debate because no ICP candidate has actually finished the course yet. I think the nearest is about 6 months off.
jamespouchy - if you can find a bank left to give you the 60k loan then good luck. I know HSBC have stopped and the only options they're offering are one secured against someones house which you have to start paying back immediately or a mortgage, which again you have to start paying back immediately.
I would attend the assessment for the experiences though and you will also meet some good guys and possible contacts.
Jim