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Certificate in Financial Planning Diploma in Financial Planning Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning Diploma in Financial Planning The Financial Services Authority expects staff at all levels and functions to demonstrate the necessary skills for their role in order to perform effectively. The regulator’s Retail Distribution Review has concentrated heavily on the need for advisers to reach and retain a recognised level of professionalism indicating that they have accumulated technical knowledge of the market and products and are keeping their knowledge and understanding current in order to give appropriate advice. The Diploma in Financial Planning is aimed very much at fulfilling these requirements. It develops a more advanced level of technical knowledge across a wide range of key areas for individuals wishing to provide financial advice or who are working in a related technical or administrative role. It provides staff with the knowledge they need to perform effectively particularly with more complex scenarios thus supporting regulatory compliance and reducing risk to the business. In addition, it not only improves the efficiency and flexibility of staff, but also enhances their individual career prospects. The qualification satisfies the FSA’s regulatory requirements for appropriate qualifications for financial advisers. It has been accredited by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) as a Level 4 qualification. The Diploma has a choice of seven units. Candidates can select any units they wish none of which are compulsory. Each unit needs to be passed by examination.
As part of the CII’s credit based system, each unit is worth 20 credits. To achieve the Diploma, candidates will need to accumulate a total of 140 credits (80 of which need to be at Diploma level). The remaining 60 credits can come from any examinations offered within the CII’s financial services qualification framework. There is no entry requirement for those wishing to take Diploma units. However, the Diploma in Financial Planning can only be awarded where candidates have achieved the Certificate in Financial Planning (or equivalent such as CeFA or the Investment Advice Certificate). By completing the Diploma in Financial Planning, candidates will be able to demonstrate an advanced level of knowledge and understanding of the financial services market in specific areas, enabling them to stand out from others thus providing a competitive advantage. The qualification can if required, be used as a springboard for completing further qualifications such as the CII’s Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning. FSTC provides face to face revision courses for all units within this qualification. In addition to our standard courses, we are more than happy to tailor our training to meet your specific needs
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