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As you may know the FSA has recently published a list of Approved Examinations 'CP 10/14 Delivering the RDR' (we're on page 93). The FSA's Retail Distribution Review aims to raise industry standards by increasing the minimum level of qualification for financial advisers from level three to level four. All current financial advisers who do not meet the level four requirement will need to qualify by the 31st December 2012.
SQA and Calibrand the currency for talent® are pleased to announce that working together we are providing the Diploma in Professional Financial Advice, a purpose-built qualification for Financial Advisers. The diploma fulfils the full qualification requirement of the FSA's Retail Distribution Review and the post 2010 reformed Appropriate Exam standards. It is awarded by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA).
The Diploma offers several new benefits and features for registered customers including;
- FREE training material.
- FREE online practice exams.
- FREE unit re-sit if a registered candidate completes the examination readiness process.
The Diploma has;
- Six straightforward units which follow the ApEx syllabus standards.
- A recommended 390 guided learning hours of training.
- A higher than average predicted pass-rate.
The diploma unit examinations are delivered;
- On-demand electronically at your work place, network provider, or a test centre of your choice.
- At a price of £141 per unit or £750 for all 6 units of the full diploma. (Prices inclusive of VAT, further discounts may be available via network providers or approved training organisations).
The diploma has its full is launch in September 2010 although some training material will be available in August.
To register your interest and receive more details please contact us in the first instance by email at rdr@calibrand.com
For more information please visit our website.
If you believe another member of your team would find it useful to receive information please advise them to contact us via rdr@calibrand.com
We look forward to seeing you soon.
The Calibrand Team