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.

Aviation and Space Insurance (M91) develops an understanding of the risks and practices related to aviation and space insurance and related issues.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

The objective of this unit is to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of cargo and goods in transit risks and their insurance.

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 objective of this unit is to develop knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of claims practice and how claims are handled.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

The objective of Commercial Insurance Contract Wording (M21) is to develop knowledge and understanding of commercial (re)insurance contract wordings and the legal, regulatory and drafting issues surrounding these wordings.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

The objective of this unit is to develop knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of commercial property and business interruption insurances.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

The objective of this unit is to develop in the candidate an understanding of delegated underwriting authority from the perspective of all participants, including the setting up, successful management and development of business.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

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 Insurance is a technical and supervisory qualification for insurance staff of any discipline. It provides a firm understanding of insurance fundamentals and develops your advanced technical knowledge.

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
  • E-learn

• 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.

The objective of this unit is to explore the principles of risk management and the role of insurance within these principles.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

The objective of this unit is to develop knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of insurance broking practice, including the technical skills required with reference to client care.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

The objective of this unit is to develop knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of Insurance business and finance practice.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

Insurance Law (M05) provides candidates with knowledge and understanding of the laws which form the background to the operation of insurance, the system within which these laws operate and are administered and apply knowledge and skills to practical situations.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

Delivered via RevisionMate, this online tutorial provides interactive study, backed by an assessment tool to check understanding as you progress with your studies.

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.

The objective of this unit is to develop knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of liability insurances practice.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

Marine Hull and Associated Liabilities (M98) provides knowledge and understanding of marine hull and related liability risks and their insurance.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

The objective of this unit is to develop knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of motor insurance practice, including the different types of motor risk and the compulsory insurance requirements.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

The objective of this unit is to develop knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of personal insurances, market practises and the business environment for personal insurances.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

The objective of this unit is to develop an understanding of the fundamental principles of reinsurance in the global marketplace and how it operates.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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

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.

The objective of this unit is to develop knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and practices of underwriting practice and the environment within which they operate.

The default Enrolment option for this unit includes:

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