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    Applied Financial Advice

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    Applied Financial Advice
    Overview

    About this course

    Explore advanced financial advice with this microcredential. You’ll prepare a clear Statement of Advice (SOA) using practical financial planning strategies. These include wealth building, retirement planning, estate planning, tax considerations, social security and aged care.

    You’ll also learn how to work effectively with clients. This includes understanding client behaviour, privacy and ethical responsibilities.

    Outcomes

    What you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • understand the role of a financial planner and the advice they give

    • follow the legal, social and ethical rules for financial planning

    • use financial planning strategies to meet client needs

    • respond to ethical, cultural and social financial issues.

    Course outcomes

    Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.

    • A stronger knowledge base for financial planners and advisers.

    • The skills to prepare a clear and compliant Statement of Advice (SOA).

    • A practical understanding of ethics and professional standards for your financial planning career.

    • A Continuing Professional Development (CPD) certificate for current advisers or those completing their Professional Year (PY). Check with your licensee to confirm CPD requirements.

    • Successful completion of a microcredential accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA).

    Suitability

    Is this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.

    You must meet one of the following requirements:

    • successful completion of the Diploma in Financial Planning, or

    • successful completion of a bachelor’s degree in any financial discipline.

    Note:

    • Your qualifications must be Australian or Australian-recognised and completed within the last 10 years.

    • You must provide certified copies of your certificates, transcripts and any other evidence. Certification must be completed by a Justice of the Peace or other authorised officer.

    • Attach all required evidence with your application to confirm you meet the minimum entry requirements and to support timely enrolment.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • reviewed the Australian Government Treasury’s Financial Adviser Standards

    • reliable internet access and a PC or laptop to access study materials and complete assessments

    • a commitment to working to ethical standards and an interest in a career in finance

    • an interest in helping others meet their financial goals.

    You do not require an ATAR score for entry into this course.

    If you are unable to meet the entry requirements, you may be eligible for special admission.

    Please continue with your application and you will be guided to identify as mature aged (at least 21 years old in your first year of study) or disadvantaged (disability, serious or chronic illness, interrupted education, lack of support for study, serious personal problems and/or serious family responsibilities).

    We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.

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    Pathways

    Future career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: financial planner, financial adviser, compliance manager and senior roles in financial planning.

    Licensing

    This microcredential meets the minimum education requirements for ethics and professional standards for financial planners, in line with the Financial Adviser Standards (FAS) set by the Australian Government Treasury. It is accredited with FAS as an approved bridging course. For more information, visit the Financial Adviser Standards website.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

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    The Applied Financial Advice does not have any pre-requisite courses.

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    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    The Applied Financial Advice does not have any post-graduate courses.

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    Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you’re successful, you’ll achieve your qualification faster.

    Subjects

    Subjects in this course

    Completion of this course requires you to successfully complete one subject (10 credit points).

    Please note, not all subjects are offered at every TAFE NSW location, every semester. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the subjects offered at that location.

    Core Subjects

    Elective Subjects

    Note: Some courses offer the opportunity to choose subjects from the complete suite of Higher Education electives that are delivered by TAFE NSW. Once you’ve enrolled, contact your Course Coordinator to discuss tailoring your course to align with your interests and goals.
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    Partnerships and accreditations

    TAFE NSW’s industry partnerships give you practical insights, engagement and connections to support your future career. Our industry partners include:

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    Financial Advice Association Australia (FAAA)

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    TAFE NSW services

    Facilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning - an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations - get social with our student community

    Info sessions

    Want to know more?

    There are a total of 4 information sessions planned for this course. They'll take place at different locations across the state.

    You can view all sessions related to Accounting and Finance.

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