It is true. They also had/have a link with BACF but BACF now appear to be in bed with CTC. If you want to spend circa 14k for a glorified JOC then go ahead. Flybe have been taking modular guys for years without the need for this "finishing school"!
Remember, the deal is that they will put you forward for interview following satisfactory completion of this course. You could have a bad day and flop in the interview. And the money keeps on rolling in.....
Sit tight, the market is improving. If you have to spend 14k then buy a TR on something useful. It is not good value to spend that on a JOC with the promise of an interview.
This is just my opinion of course.
mo