National code: FNS41820

    Certificate IV in Financial Services

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Kickstart your career in banking or insurance with this entry-level qualification. It meets RG146 Tier 2 requirements and prepares you for customer-focused roles. Gain the skills and confidence to support clients in regulated financial services.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

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

    • build strong client relationships to understand their financial product needs

    • recommend financial products and explain how they meet client needs

    • use Microsoft Office 365 tools to create spreadsheets, business documents and collaborate

    • support clients with sensitive matters like complaints, debt collection or insurance claims

    • refer customers to a qualified specialist when needed.

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • Gain confidence to provide professional support in customer service and operational tasks.

    • Meet RG146 Tier 2 (non-relevant) compliance for financial products and work in insurance, deposit products and non-cash payment facilities.

    • Build a strong foundation to start or advance your career in different areas of the financial services industry.

    • Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities in the financial services industry. This includes financial planning, leadership and management, marketing or data analysis.

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.

    • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

    • This course can be completed as part of a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.

    Entry recommendations

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

    • a genuine interest in helping people with personal finance and working in a customer-focused environment

    • basic Microsoft Office 365 skills, including use of Word, Excel and Teams

    • ability to follow procedures and work within ethical and regulatory boundaries

    • a desire to begin or grow a career in the industry

    • the drive to study in your own time.

    Foundation skills:

    • You take charge of your learning and can finish tasks on time, by yourself.

    • You can understand documents you see often in everyday life.

    • You can write short sentences and paragraphs that others can understand.

    • You can join group talks and share your ideas clearly.

    • You can use maths to work out more detailed problems in different settings.

    • You can use email, search the internet, and open files.

    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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    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: customer service officer in banking or insurance, compliance support officer, financial services administrator, lending support officer, insurance claims assistant and call centre agent in financial services.

    Licensing

    This course meets RG146 accreditation requirements set by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). It’s one of the minimum requirements needed for people promoting financial products. To advise or promote Tier 2 financial products to retail clients, you need to work for an organisation with an Australian Financial Services Licence. You also need to be appointed as an Authorised Representative. Visit the ASIC website to learn more about RG146 Tier 2 compliance.

    Study pathways

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

    Previous study2 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    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 get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Financial Services qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 13 units of competency, including 1 core and 12 speciality units.

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

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Conduct work according to professional practices in the financial services industryFNSINC411

    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities 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

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