Advanced Mortgage Advice (R07) develops knowledge and understanding of the key elements of the mortgage process, specialist types of mortgage lending and to test candidates' ability to give appropriate mortgage advice to clients with complex needs and circumstances.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.
• Assessment entry.

The Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Mortgage Advice goes beyond the FCA’s minimum qualification requirements and enables mortgage advisers to continue developing their advice capabilities. It brings you up to speed with recent changes to the mortgage process arising from the Mortgage Market Review. Completion of the Certificate in Mortgage Advice meets the FCA’s qualification requirements for mortgage advisers

The Level 4 Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management develops the wealth strategy and portfolio management skills required for effective discretionary investment management. It also satisfies the FCA’s qualification requirements for this class of business.

The Level 4 Certificate in Paraplanning meets the specific needs of paraplanners, or those aspiring to the role. It offers a dedicated qualification route, developing paraplanning skills, expertise and advanced technical knowledge in several key advisory areas. It develops core technical knowledge in a number of key advisory areas, and helps you gain specialist report writing skills that improve your ability to provide sound professional advice.

The Level 4 Certificate in Securities Advice and Dealing satisfies the FCA’s qualification requirements for anyone advising or dealing in securities. Candidates will develop in-depth knowledge of investment and securities products, the UK taxation system and considerations for appropriate investment recommendations.

The Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning develops core technical understanding across a broad range of key financial planning areas.

The level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning meets the FCA’s qualification requirements for retail investment advisers and helps candidates to develop core technical knowledge and financial planning capabilities. Candidates will develop technical knowledge and application within the specific topics and understand the integrated practical application of these technical knowledge and planning skills.

Discretionary Investment Management (J10) develops knowledge and understanding of the role of the Discretionary Investment Manager, and the ability to analyse and apply financial information and portfolio management skills.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.
• Assessment entry.

Financial Planning Practice (R06) has been developed to help advisers develop and demonstrate their financial planning capabilities.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.

• Additional revision aids

  • Key Facts Booklet
  • Audio Revision
  • Knowledge Checker
  • E-learn
  • Video Revision (Post Case Study)

• Assessment entry.

Financial Services, Regulations and Ethics (R01) develops your knowledge and understanding of the financial services profession, including regulation, legislation and the Code of Ethics.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.

• Additional revision aids

  • Key Facts Booklet
  • Audio Revision
  • Knowledge Checker
  • E-learn

• Assessment entry.

Investment Principles and Risk (R02) develops your knowledge and understanding of investment products and the application of the investment advice process.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.

• Additional revision aids

  • Key Facts Booklet
  • Audio Revision
  • Knowledge Checker
  • E-learn

• Assessment entry.

Paraplanning (J09) develops knowledge and understanding of the role of the paraplanner in providing financial services, and how to evaluate and analyse the customer's financial circumstances to provide potential solutions.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.
• Assessment entry.

Pension Income Options (J05) develops knowledge and understanding of pension crystallisation and the drawing of income via various options.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.
• Assessment entry.

Pensions and Retirement Planning (R04) develops your knowledge and understanding of pension and retirement planning issues.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.

• Additional revision aids

  • Key Facts Booklet
  • Audio Revision
  • Knowledge Checker
  • E-learn

• Assessment entry.

Personal Taxation (R03) develops your knowledge and understanding of the UK taxation system, and the ability to analyse the taxation treatment of individuals and trusts during the investment advice process.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.

• Additional revision aids

  • Key Facts Booklet
  • Audio Revision
  • Knowledge Checker
  • E-learn

• Assessment entry.

As part of the drive towards raising the standards and competence of financial advisers, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) approached the CII to create a re-evaluation test of the knowledge required to practice as a retail investment adviser.

The level 4 Diploma became the standard when the Retail Distribution Review came into force at the start of 2013. Advisers complete a minimum of 35 hours continuous professional development each year with the aim of maintaining and updating their knowledge. Only a few firms test their advisers' knowledge yearly as part of their Statement of Professional Standing. We believe that advisers having a good level of knowledge is the foundation to giving sound financial advice.

Securities and Advice Dealing (J12) develops knowledge and understanding of the features and risks of different securities, the structure and features of the securities market and relevant factors and considerations for appropriate investment recommendations.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.
• Assessment entry.

Supervision in a Regulated Environment (J07) provides an overview of the knowledge required to supervise someone who gives advice on regulated products under the FCA Training and Competence (T&C) requirements in the UK. This includes investment advisers, those who provide advice on mortgages and insurance, and some administration functions covered under the ‘overseer’ rules.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.
• Assessment entry.

This unit has now been withdrawn

The Tax and Legal Aspects of Business (J03) develops knowledge and understanding of corporate taxation and legal aspects of business.

Trusts (J02) develops knowledge and understanding of the various types of trusts.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

• Latest version of the core learning content, in digital format only.
• Assessment entry.