Your learning journey

We have designed an industry-leading approach, using cutting-edge technology, blended with ‘real-world’ exposure and application. We will work closely with you to accelerate your performance and confidence through a programme that we have separated into four terms, which you will complete four over a period of 12 to 24 months.

Gain professional qualification

Gain professional qualification

As you already hold a RDR-compliant Level 4 Financial Advice qualification you will start at Term 2.

Train to advise clients

Train to advise clients

9 weeks

Learn how to become a competent financial adviser.

Term 2
Achieve competent adviser status

Achieve competent adviser status

3-6 months

Start advising clients

Term 3
Grow a sustainable business

Grow a sustainable business

4-6 months

Graduate from the Academy

Term 4

To give advice in the UK, you are required to hold a Level 4 Financial Advice qualification and achieve Competent Adviser Status (CAS). If you already hold one of the following qualifications, you will bypass Term 1 and begin your Academy journey in Term 2.

  • CII’s Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (DipPFS)
  • LIBF’s Diploma for Financial Advisers (DipFA)
  • CISI’s Investment Advice Diploma (IAD)*

If you hold a qualification that isn’t listed above, please contact us.

If you hold part of any of the above qualifications, please view our new to advice page.

*You also must have attained the Financial Planning & Advice unit or equivalent e.g Retail Advice and Planning, Private Client Advice.

What happens next?

At the end of Term 4, you will be ready to graduate and take your career as a financial adviser to new heights.

We will continue to support you as you progress to the next phase of your career, whether you’re starting a business or joining as an adviser.

Your next step

Ready to hear more about joining the St. James’s Place Financial Adviser Academy? Get in touch today.

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