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Your journey,
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We are here to support you and your career development, whether

you’re new to the sector or a professional looking to progress your
career aspirations.

Tailor your qualification pathway Earn recognition for your Become a member Earn the mark of professionalism
The flexibility of our qualifications framework prior learning Membership supports your professional Once qualified, members are entitled to use
allows you to select units that match the If you hold a degree or professional development and enhances your the accompanying designation. In order to
requirements of your current role or future qualification in a relevant subject, such as career potential. ensure your expertise remains current, use
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As a member, you can join a sector-specific
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Society, focusing on the issues that matter
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learning for each level and qualification. you could avoid duplication of learning and head to pages 80-81.
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Our sector-specific Societies are dedicated to supporting you at By becoming a member of a Society, you are joining a community
every stage of your career, focusing on the issues that matter most of professionals committed to driving the profession forward through
in your sector. technical expertise, ethical behaviour, and a culture of learning
and development.

Business relevant insights By providing focused CPD content Personal Finance Society Society of Insurance Society of Claims
opportunities along with a dedicated
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market practitioners, each Society addresses programme of digital and face-to-face events,
body in the UK for the Committed to insurance
developments relevant to your sector through your Society offers access to the content Bespoke to those working
personal finance profession. claims professionals.
insights and good practice guidance. that matters most to you, helping you build a within the broking sector.
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Societies work closely with key sectoral your career.
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 Recognition Recognition of prior learning

not repetition Before studying with us, check

whether your previous qualifications
from other professional bodies,
institutes or universities count
towards a CII qualification. It could
save repeated learning and reduce
your qualification costs.
To find out if you’re eligible, details
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 Studying with us

Quality assured learning RQF levels in context

Formed in consultation with experienced market practitioners and registered with Ofqual We have summarised each RQF level descriptor below, along with how each of our qualifications’
in the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)*, our qualifications are quality assured. content and objectives correspond to that level. This should help you identify those that match
your skills and experience as well as your career aspirations. For each RQF level, we have
Choosing the qualification that’s right for you signposted qualification equivalents to help you further understand their difficulty. More
Our qualifications range in difficulty to ensure we meet the needs of individuals at different stages information on qualification equivalents can be found on the Ofqual website.
in their career. We indicate the difficulty of a qualification by attributing it an RQF level: the higher
the RQF level, the more the qualification demands from the learner. The colours assigned to the RQF levels have been applied to their respective qualifications
throughout this brochure. You’ll also notice our qualifications are labelled ‘Award’, ‘Certificate’,
The level of qualification you obtain can act as an indicator of your understanding of the subject ‘Diploma’ and ‘Advanced Diploma’ to help you determine their size. The recommended study
for employers and your wider network to recognise. hours for an Award would be significantly less than that of an Advanced Diploma.

RQF level 2 RQF level 3 RQF level 4 RQF level 6 RQF level 7
Level 2 qualifications Level 3 qualifications Level 4 qualifications Level 6 qualifications Level 7 qualifications
build a basic develop an build a deeper develop the ability develop the ability
understanding of the understanding of the technical and applied to apply advanced to use specialised
sector and its key topics key principles, processes understanding of or specialised skills, research and
that can be applied and products in greater principles, processes understanding to analysis to evaluate
to common situations. detail that can be and products, enabling complex situations. and propose enhanced
applied to practice. analysis of core and ways of working within
Qualifications at this specialist areas. Within the insurance the sector and in
level typically provide Qualifications at this profession, level 6 professional practice
an introduction to topics level are ideal for those Qualifications at this qualifications are in situations where
within insurance and looking to appreciate the level are suited to those suited to managers of there are many
personal finance, and are fundamental practices who wish to have their technical functions interacting factors.
ideal for those in trainee of key topics at junior technical or specialist such as claims, broking
or junior roles, those new to mid-level roles. applied knowledge and or underwriting. Qualifications give
to the sector, or those skills recognised through recognition to
working in roles that Level 3 qualifications formal qualifications Within the personal professionals who
support technical areas within personal finance for technical roles. finance profession, are taking the sector
of an organisation, such provide licences to level 6 qualifications forward through
as Human Resources or practice in areas such Level 4 qualifications provide recognition that researching and
Information Technology. as mortgage and equity within personal finance you have consolidated proposing strategies
release advice, and in provide a licence to and enhanced your and new ways of
some oversight roles practice for retail technical knowledge to working that will bring
such as life and pensions investment advice and use in complex client benefits to the sector
office administration. advanced professional scenarios where options and its customers.
recognition for must be carefully
mortgage advisers. analysed and balanced.

Approximate level Approximate level Approximate level Approximate level Approximate level
of study: of study: of study: of study: of study:
GCSE A-Level First year of Bachelor’s degree Master’s degree
undergraduate study

Your Learning Statement

To help you plan your study journey, your personalised Learning Statement will keep a record
of your units and credits as you achieve them. It will also explain how they contribute towards
further qualifications.
*CII qualifications are regulated by CCEA and also by Qualifications Wales, using the Credit and Qualifications
Request your learning statement online: cii.co.uk/learningstatement. Registration is simple and free. Framework Wales (CQFW). The CQFW level for each qualification mirrors the RQF level.

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Insurance Contents

qualifications RQF level 2

Award for the Foundation Insurance Test 18
Award in Motor Insurance 19
Award in Travel Insurance 20
Award in Home Insurance 21
Award in Pet Insurance 22

RQF level 3 equivalent

Award in General Insurance (Hong Kong) 24
Award in Motor Insurance Claims and Underwriting (India) 25
Award in Motor Insurance Products and Policies (India) 26
Certificate in Motor Insurance (India) 27
Award in General Insurance (non-UK) 28
Award in Customer Service in Insurance (non-UK) 30
Certificate in Insurance and Financial Services (non-UK) 31

RQF level 3
Award in London Market Insurance 32
Certificate in London Market Insurance 33
Certificate in Insurance 34

RQF level 4
Diploma in Insurance 36

RQF level 6
Advanced Diploma in Insurance 38

RQF level 7
Certificate in London Market Insurance Specialisation 40
Certificate in Insurance Market Specialisation 41

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Insurance units This is the framework for our insurance qualification units.
They are grouped according to their difficulty, from level 2 through to level 7.
Depending on the qualification you want to achieve, you’ll need to study a number of
these units. Some of our qualifications require just one unit while others require several.
Study and assessment key
RQF level: 2 RQF level: RQF level: 3 RQF level: 4 RQF level: 6 RQF level: 7
CII credit level: 3 equivalent CII credit level: CII credit level: CII credit level: CII credit level: Assessment methods vary depending
on the unit’s level and subject matter.
Award CII credit level: Certificate Diploma Advanced Diploma Advanced Diploma
Each unit within the framework has
Certificate
been assigned an icon, to identify
the assessment method from the
options below.
(FIT) Foundation Not available in the UK (IF1) Insurance, Legal (LM1) London Market (M05) Insurance Law (M94) Motor Insurance (530) Economics (993) Advances
Insurance Test and Regulatory Insurance Essentials 25 credits 25 credits and Business in Strategic Risk
6 credits The following units are 15 credits 10 credits 120 study hours 100 study hours 30 credits Management in
40 study hours not registered as part 60 study hours 40 study hours 150 study hours Insurance
of the UK’s Regulated Multiple choice question (MCQ) exam
(M21) Commercial (M96) Liability 50 credits Study is based on a specified enrolment period,
Qualifications 180 study hours
(PL1) Introduction to Framework (RQF). (IF2) General Insurance (LM2) London Market Insurance Contract Wording Insurances (820) Advanced Claims from 01 January–31 December for UK exams,
Motor Insurance 1 Business Insurance Principles 20 credits 25 credits 30 credits and 01 May–30 April for non-UK exams. MCQ
0 credits (IMP) Motor Insurance 15 credits and Practices 100 study hours 100 study hours 150 study hours exams can be sat at UK and international online
20 study hours Products and Policies 60 study hours 15 credits exam centres, subject to availability, or via
(India) 60 study hours remote invigilation.
(M66) Delegated Authority (M97) Reinsurance (930) Advanced
(PL2) Introduction to 15 credits (IF3) Insurance Insurance Broking (991) London Market
60 study hours 25 credits 30 credits Insurance Specialisation
Travel Insurance 1 Underwriting Process (LM3) London 100 study hours 120 study hours 30 credits
0 credits 15 credits Market Underwriting 150 study hours 50 credits
20 study hours (IMU) Motor 60 study hours Principles 180 study hours
Insurance Claims and (M67) Fundamentals (M98) Marine Hull and Written exam
15 credits of Risk Management Associated Liabilities (945) Marketing
Underwriting (India) 60 study hours (994) Insurance Study is based on a 12 month enrolment period
(PL3) Introduction to (IF4) Insurance Claims 25 credits 30 credits Insurance Products from the date of purchase. Most exams are
15 credits Handling Process and Services Market Specialisation
Home Insurance 1 60 study hours 100 study hours 100 study hours on-screen written exams and some may be
15 credits 30 credits 50 credits
0 credits 180 study hours available by remote invigilation.
20 study hours 60 study hours (M80) Underwriting 150 study hours
(W01) Award in
General Insurance Practice
(PL4) Introduction to (non-UK) 2 (IF5) Motor Insurance 20 credits (960) Advanced
Pet Insurance 1 Products 80 study hours Underwriting
15 credits Mixed assessment
0 credits 50 study hours 15 credits 30 credits
20 study hours 60 study hours (M81) Insurance 150 study hours Study is based on an 18 month enrolment period
Broking Practice from the date of purchase. Candidates must pass
(WH1) Award in a coursework assignment within the first six
(IF6) Household 20 credits (990) Insurance
Notes General Insurance
Insurance Products 80 study hours Corporate Management months and a MCQ exam within 18 months.
(Hong Kong) 3
1. Completion of three of 15 credits 30 credits
the four Personal Lines 15 credits
50 study hours 60 study hours (M85) Claims Practice 150 study hours
Awards (PL1, PL2, PL3
and PL4) contributes 15 20 credits
CII credits towards the (W04) Award in (IF7) Healthcare 80 study hours (992) Risk Management Coursework assignments
unit requirement of the Customer Service in Insurance Products in Insurance
Study is based on a 12 month enrolment period
Certificate in Insurance. Insurance (non-UK) 15 credits (M86) Personal Insurances 30 credits from the date of purchase. Candidates must pass
15 credits 60 study hours 150 study hours
20 credits three written assignments, each typically
2. Unit W01 is also available 50 study hours
in Arabic (W02) and 80 study hours 2,000-3,000 words.
(IF8) Packaged (995) Strategic
in Simplified Chinese (WCE) Insurance Commercial Insurances Underwriting
(WM1). Claims Handling (M90) Cargo and Goods
15 credits 30 credits
(non-UK) 4 60 study hours in Transit Insurances 150 study hours
3. Unit WH1 is also
available in Traditional 15 credits 25 credits Dissertation
Chinese (HGT). Both 60 study hours 100 study hours
(IF9) Customer Service (996) Strategic Study is based on an 18 month enrolment period
WH1 and HGT are in Insurance Claims Management from the date of purchase. Candidates must
available to candidates (WUE) Insurance (M91) Aviation and Space submit a dissertation, typically 10,000-11,000
Underwriting 15 credits 30 credits
in Hong Kong only. 60 study hours Insurance 150 study hours words, on an agreed subject.
(non-UK) 5 30 credits
4. Unit WCE is also 15 credits 120 study hours
available in Arabic 60 study hours (I10) Insurance Broking (997) Advanced Risk
(WCA) and Traditional Fundamentals Financing and Transfer
Chinese (WCT). 15 credits (M92) Insurance 30 credits
60 study hours Business and Finance 150 study hours
5. Unit WUE is also 25 credits
available in Arabic 100 study hours
(WUA) and Traditional (I11) Introduction to
Chinese (WUT). Risk Management
15 credits (M93) Commercial
6. Unit 590 is also available 60 study hours Property and Business (590) Principles
in Arabic (595). Interruption Insurances of Takaful 6
25 credits 30 credits
100 study hours 120 study hours

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Insurance Insurance

Award for the Foundation Insurance Test Award in Motor Insurance

2 6 N/A 40 hrs 2 N/A N/A 20 hrs

RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit
designation designation

Overview Overview
The Level 2 Award for the Foundation Insurance Test is an introductory-level qualification that The Level 2 Award in Motor Insurance is suitable for entry-level staff, anyone working in
helps you develop an understanding of key insurance topics: how the insurance market operates, customer-facing roles and those in support roles seeking to build a better understanding
fundamental risk and insurance principles and procedures, and core personal and commercial of motor insurance.
insurance products.
The Award gives a broad understanding of motor insurance, including the need for cover and
The Award is particularly suitable if you’re new to the sector, or in an associated profession or its benefits; insurance legal principles and duties; product features; how cover is arranged and
support role where you need to demonstrate a basic understanding of general insurance. provided, and the principles of delivering good customer service.

Completion requirements Completion requirements

The Award comprises one core unit providing six CII credits on successful completion. These The Award comprises one core unit: Introduction to Motor Insurance.
credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
(PL1) Introduction to Motor
(FIT) Foundation Insurance
Insurance Test 0 credits*
6 credits
Core
Core

*Completion of three of the four Personal Lines Awards (Award in Motor Insurance, Award in
See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method. Travel Insurance, Award in Home Insurance, Award in Pet Insurance) contributes 15 CII credits
towards the unit requirement of the Certificate in Insurance. More information on the Certificate
Included within your Enrolment: in Insurance can be found on page 34.
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide See page 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry Included within your Enrolment:
• Interactive digital course • Assessment entry
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
and digital via RevisionMate

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/FIT cii.co.uk/award-mi

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Insurance Insurance

Award in Travel Insurance Award in Home Insurance

2 N/A N/A 20 hrs 2 N/A N/A 20 hrs

RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit
designation designation

Overview Overview
The Level 2 Award in Travel Insurance is suitable for entry-level staff, anyone working in The Level 2 Award in Home Insurance is suitable for entry-level staff, anyone working in customer-
customer-facing roles and those in support roles seeking to build a better understanding facing roles and those in support roles seeking to build a better understanding of home insurance.
of travel insurance.
The Award gives a broad understanding of home insurance, including the need for cover and
The Award gives a broad understanding of travel insurance, including the need for cover and its benefits; insurance legal principles and duties; product features; how cover is arranged and
its benefits; insurance legal principles and duties; product features; how cover is arranged and provided, and the principles of delivering good customer service.
provided, and the principles of delivering good customer service.
Completion requirements
Completion requirements The Award comprises one core unit: Introduction to Home Insurance.
The Award comprises one core unit: Introduction to Travel Insurance.

(PL3) Introduction to Home

(PL2) Introduction to Travel Insurance
Insurance 0 credits*
0 credits*
Core
Core

*Completion of three of the four Personal Lines Awards (Award in Home Insurance, Award in
*Completion of three of the four Personal Lines Awards (Award in Travel Insurance, Award in Travel Insurance, Award in Motor Insurance, Award in Pet Insurance) contributes 15 CII credits
Motor Insurance, Award in Home Insurance, Award in Pet Insurance) contributes 15 CII credits towards the unit requirement of the Certificate in Insurance. More information on the Certificate
towards the unit requirement of the Certificate in Insurance. More information on the Certificate in Insurance can be found on page 34.
in Insurance can be found on page 34.
See page 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.
See page 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.
Included within your Enrolment:
Included within your Enrolment:
• Interactive digital course • Assessment entry
• Interactive digital course • Assessment entry
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide and digital via RevisionMate
and digital via RevisionMate

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/award-ti cii.co.uk/award-hi

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Insurance

Award in Pet Insurance

Understand the
2 N/A N/A 20 hrs key principles of
RQF level CII credits Member
designation
Recommended study time per unit
delivering good
Overview customer service
The Level 2 Award in Pet Insurance is suitable for entry-level staff, anyone working in customer-
facing roles and those in support roles seeking to build a better understanding of pet insurance.
The Award gives a broad understanding of pet insurance, including the need for cover and its
benefits; insurance legal principles and duties; product features; how cover is arranged and
provided, and the principles of delivering good customer service.

Completion requirements
The Award comprises one core unit: Introduction to Pet Insurance.

(PL4) Introduction to Pet

Insurance
0 credits*

Core

*Completion of three of the four Personal Lines Awards (Award in Pet Insurance, Award in
Travel Insurance, Award in Home Insurance, Award in Motor Insurance) contributes 15 CII credits
towards the unit requirement of the Certificate in Insurance. More information on the Certificate in
Insurance can be found on page 34.
See page 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Interactive digital course • Assessment entry
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
and digital via RevisionMate

Find out more and enrol here:

cii.co.uk/award-pi

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Insurance Insurance

Award in General Insurance (Hong Kong) Award in Motor Insurance Claims and Underwriting
(India)

N/A 15 CII (Award) 50 hrs N/A 15 CII (Award) 60 hrs

RQF level (equivalent CII credits Member designation Recommended study RQF level (equivalent CII credits Member designation Recommended study
to level 3) time per unit to level 3) time per unit

Overview Overview
The Award in General Insurance (Hong Kong) is similar to the Award in General Insurance (non- The Award in Motor Insurance Claims and Underwriting (India) provides an essential introduction to
UK) but is specific to the Hong Kong regulatory environment. The Award is an introductory-level motor insurance in India. It provides knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles and
qualification that helps develop your knowledge and understanding of insurance principles, local practices relating to the claims and underwriting process in the Indian motor insurance market.
procedures and products.
The Award is suitable for entry level practitioners, anyone working in customer-facing roles and those
It is suitable for new entrants to the profession or insurance practitioners at the beginning of their in support roles working in the motor insurance market in India.
career seeking to build on existing knowledge through formal study. It also meets the operating
standards set by the Hong Kong regulator.
Completion requirements
Also available in Traditional Chinese, (HGT).
The Award comprises one core unit providing 15 CII credits on successful completion. These credits can
be used towards further CII qualifications.
Completion requirements
The Award comprises one core unit providing 15 CII credits on successful completion. These credits (IMU) Award in Motor Insurance
can be used towards further CII qualifications. Claims and Underwriting (India)
15 credits

(WH1) Award in General Core

Insurance (Hong Kong)
15 credits
See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.
Core
Included within your Enrolment:
See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method. • Study text – digital only • Exam guide via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry
Included within your Enrolment:
• Study text – digital only • Exam guide via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry

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cii.co.uk/award-general-insurance-hk cii.co.uk/award-mi-cu-india

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Insurance Insurance

Award in Motor Insurance Products and Policies Certificate in Motor Insurance (India)
(India)

N/A 15 CII (Award) 60 hrs N/A 45 Cert CII 50-60 hrs

RQF level (equivalent CII credits Member designation Recommended study RQF level (equivalent CII credits Member designation Recommended study
to level 3) time per unit to level 3) time per unit

Overview Overview
The Award in Motor Insurance Products and Policies (India) provides an essential introduction to The Certificate in Motor Insurance (India) will enable you to advance your understanding of motor
motor insurance in India. It provides knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles insurance products and principles and the key disciplines of underwriting and claims. The Certificate
and practices relating to the products and policies in the Indian motor insurance market. will assist you in understanding the nature and key features of risk and insurance in the motor insurance
market. It also provides an understanding of the main regulatory and legal principles and the key
The Award is suitable for entry level practitioners, anyone working in customer-facing roles and
aspects of ethics, corporate governance and internal controls.
those in support roles working in the motor insurance market in India.
The Certificate is ideal for candidates outside the UK who work in the motor insurance market in India.
Completion requirements
The Award comprises one core unit providing 15 CII credits on successful completion. These
Completion requirements
credits can be used towards further CII qualifications. The Certificate comprises three core units providing 45 CII credits on successful completion. These
credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.

(IMP) Award in Motor Insurance

Products and Policies (India) (IMP) Motor Insurance (IMU) Motor (W01) Award in
15 credits Products and Policies Insurance Claims and General Insurance
(India) Underwriting (India) (non-UK)
Core 15 credits 15 credits 15 credits

See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method. Core

Included within your Enrolment: See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.
• Study text – digital only • Exam guide via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry Included within your Enrolment:
• Study text - digital only (also available as • Online support including exam guide via
printed and digital for W01) RevisionMate (exam guide only for IMP
• Assessment entry and IMU)

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Insurance

Award in General Insurance (non-UK)

Develop an
N/A 15 CII (Award) 50 hrs understanding
RQF level (equivalent
to level 3)
CII credits Member designation Recommended study
time per unit of risk and
Overview insurance, the
The Award in General Insurance is an introductory-level qualification that helps develop your
understanding of insurance principles, procedures and products. structure of
It’s particularly suitable if you’re a non-UK insurance practitioner at the beginning of your career
or seeking to build on existing knowledge through formal study. It also meets the operating
standards set by the local regulator.
the insurance
Also available in Arabic, (W02) and in Simplified Chinese, (WM1). market and
Completion requirements the key
legal principles
The Award comprises one core unit providing 15 CII credits on successful completion. These
credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.

(W01) Award in
governing
General Insurance (non-UK)
15 credits insurance
Core
contracts
See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here:

cii.co.uk/award-general-insurance

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Insurance Insurance

Award in Customer Service in Insurance (non-UK) Certificate in Insurance and Financial Services
(non-UK)

N/A 15 CII (Award) 50 hrs N/A 40-45 Cert CII 50-60 hrs
RQF level (equivalent CII credits Member designation Recommended study RQF level (equivalent CII credits Member designation Recommended study
to level 3) time per unit to level 3) time per unit

Overview Overview
The Award in Customer Service in Insurance (non-UK) provides an essential introduction to the The Certificate offers a dedicated pathway for candidates outside the UK to achieve the
customer service function specific to insurance companies, intermediaries and providers. It helps Certificate in Insurance and Financial Services (non-UK). It is ideal for those who provide financial
build knowledge and understanding of the key processes and requirements related to good advice, act as an insurance agent, or aspire to either of these roles.
customer service. In successfully completing three units you will gain valuable knowledge relevant to your role and
Designed for those working in non-UK customer-facing roles, the Award is suitable for sales qualify for the Certificate.
support and claims settlement staff, as well as new entrants to the profession.
Completion requirements
Completion requirements The Certificate comprises three core units, providing 40-45 CII credits on successful completion.
The Award comprises one core unit providing 15 CII credits on successful completion. These You must select three units from the following options: AWF or AWB (not both), W01 or WH1
credits can be used towards further CII qualifications. (not both) AWP or W04.
CII credits achieved can be used towards further CII qualifications.
(W04) Award in Customer
Service in Insurance (non-UK) (AWF) Award in Financial (AWB) Award in
15 credits Planning (non-UK) OR Bancassurance (non-UK)
15 credits 15 credits
Core
(W01) Award in General (WH1) Award in General
Insurance (non-UK) OR Insurance (Hong Kong)
See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method. 15 credits 15 credits

Included within your Enrolment: (AWP) Award in

Investment Planning (non-UK)
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
10 credits
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry (W04) Award in Customer
Service in Insurance (non-UK)
15 credits

Core

See pages 16-17 and 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed and • Online support including exam guide via
digital (digital only for WH1) RevisionMate (exam guide only for WH1)
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/award-customer-service cii.co.uk/cert-ins-fs

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Insurance Insurance

Award in London Market Insurance Certificate in London Market Insurance

3 25 N/A 40-60 hrs 3 40 Cert CII 40-60 hrs

RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit RQF level CII credits (London Market) Recommended study time
designation Member designation per unit

Overview Overview
The Level 3 Award is a specialist qualification for those working in or with the London Market. Building on introductory knowledge gained from the Award in London Market Insurance,
It helps you gain a broad understanding of the insurance process and practice across the the Level 3 Certificate in London Market Insurance requires one further unit: London Market
London Market. Underwriting Principles, (LM3).
Designed in consultation with London Market practitioners, the Award in London Market The Certificate develops knowledge and understanding of the underwriting disciplines within
Insurance provides an essential grounding for new entrants to the profession, or those who have the London Market, and of the key elements of the cycle. It also explores the opportunities and
dealings with it. challenges posed by using different distribution channels such as delegated underwriting.
It is a specialised qualification for those working in or conducting business through the London
FCA appropriate qualification Market. It is particularly suitable for employees of Lloyd’s syndicates, brokers, managing agents
or members’ agents in administrative, operational or other support roles, for example, business
The Award in London Market Insurance is recognised by the FCA as an appropriate qualification
development managers, underwriting technicians or business analysts.
for the regulated activity of advising on syndicate participation at Lloyd’s.

Completion requirements Completion requirements

The Certificate comprises three core units providing 40 CII credits on successful completion.
The Award comprises two core units providing a total of 25 CII credits on successful completion.
These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.

(LM1) London Market (LM2) London Market (LM3) London

(LM1) London Market (LM2) London Market Insurance Essentials Insurance Principles Market Underwriting
Insurance Essentials Insurance Principles and Practices Principles
10 credits
10 credits and Practices 15 credits 15 credits
15 credits
Core
Core

See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.

See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

Included within your Enrolment:
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide and digital via RevisionMate
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/ALMI cii.co.uk/cert-lmi

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Insurance

Certificate in Insurance
Develop your
3 40 Cert CII 40-60 hrs understanding
RQF level CII credits Member designation Recommended study time
per unit of insurance
Overview principles, key
The Level 3 Certificate in Insurance is a core qualification for insurance staff working across all
sectors of the industry. It provides a fundamental grounding of the key insurance principles, disciplines and
products
disciplines, products and markets, including the regulatory environment, key disciplines of
underwriting and claims, in addition to popular products such as motor, household, healthcare
and packaged commercial insurances.
The Certificate develops the knowledge and confidence needed as you begin to specialise your
studies according to your ambitions and career requirements.

Completion requirements
The Certificate requires a minimum of 40 CII credits for successful completion. Candidates must
study one core unit: IF1 or both LM1 and LM2. It is recommended that non-UK candidates study
W01 as their core unit.

(IF1) Insurance, Award in London Market (W01) Award in General

Legal and Regulatory Insurance route: Insurance (non-UK)
15 credits (LM1) London Market 15 credits
Insurance Essentials
10 credits
OR OR
AND
(LM2) London Market
Insurance Principles and
Practices
15 credits

Core

The remaining credits can come from any units within the insurance qualifications framework.
However, please note the following restrictions:
• Due to the extent of syllabus overlap between IF1, LM1 and W01, achieving more than one
of these units will receive only one award of credits.
• If you choose (LM1 + LM2) as your core unit, studying LM3 to satisfy the remaining credit
requirement will achieve the Certificate in London Market Insurance, instead of the Certificate
in Insurance.
We recommend that you sit the required core unit(s) first as these provide foundation knowledge
upon which the others build. CII credits achieved via the Certificate can be used towards further
CII qualifications.

See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here:

cii.co.uk/cert-insurance

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Insurance

Diploma in Insurance

4 120 DipCII 80-120 hrs

RQF level CII credits Member designation Recommended study time
per unit

Overview
The Level 4 Diploma in Insurance is a technical and supervisory qualification appropriate for
insurance staff working across all sectors of the profession. It provides a firm understanding
of insurance fundamentals and develops advanced technical knowledge.
We recommend that candidates complete the Certificate in Insurance or equivalent, prior to
studying for the Diploma.

Completion requirements
The Diploma requires a minimum of 120 CII credits for successful completion, with at least 90 credits
at Diploma level or above.
Contributing towards the 90 credits at Diploma level or above requirement, candidates must
study unit M05, along with either M92 or 530, providing 50-55 Diploma level or above credits.
A further 40-45 credits at Diploma level or above must be achieved to meet the requirement of
90, along with a further 30 credits for full qualification completion. These remaining 30 credits
can come from any units within the insurance framework.

(M92) Insurance (530) Economics (M05) Insurance Law

Business and Finance OR and Business AND 25 credits
25 credits 30 credits

Core

To see which units are regarded as Diploma level, along with individual unit assessment
methods, see pages 16-17. CII credits achieved via the Diploma can be used towards further
CII qualifications. Understand the
Included within your Enrolment:
law of insurance
• Study text – digital only or printed
and digital
• Online support including exam guide via
RevisionMate (no exam guide available
contracts, how
• Assessment entry for unit 530)
• Specimen coursework assignment
they come into
force and how the
various parts of
an insurance
contract operate
Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/dip-insurance

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Insurance

Advanced Diploma in Insurance

Demonstrate
6 290 ACII 120-180 hrs your advanced
RQF level CII credits Member
designation
Recommended study time per unit technical
Overview
awareness
The Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Insurance provides you with enhanced understanding of
insurance practice, and is a comprehensive assessment of market knowledge and understanding.
and critical
On completion, the Advanced Diploma demonstrates your advanced technical awareness
and critical understanding of the sector to your colleagues, customers and regulators. Widely understanding
recognised, it stands as evidence of your commitment and ability, and can be your passport to
a successful career. Members who hold the Advanced Diploma in Insurance and have at least five of the sector
to your
years’ sector experience are eligible to apply for Chartered status.
We recommend you complete the Diploma in Insurance or equivalent, prior to studying for the

customers,
Advanced Diploma.

Completion requirements
The Advanced Diploma requires a minimum of 290 CII credits for successful completion, with at
colleagues and
least 150 at Advanced Diploma level, and a further 55 at Diploma level or above. The remaining 85
credits can come from any units within the insurance framework. regulators
Contributing towards these requirements, candidates must achieve unit M05, one unit from M92
or 530, and one unit from 820, 930 or 960:

(M92) Insurance (530) Economics

Business and Finance OR and Business
25 credits 30 credits

(M05) Insurance Law

25 credits

(820) Advanced Claims (930) Advanced (960) Advanced

30 credits OR Insurance Broking OR Underwriting
30 credits 30 credits

Core

The remaining credits can come from any units within the insurance framework. To see which
units are regarded as Advanced Diploma, or Diploma level, along with individual unit assessment
methods, see pages 16-17.
CII credits achieved via the Advanced Diploma can be used towards further CII qualifications.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide via
and digital RevisionMate (exam guide only available for
• Assessment entry units M05 and M92)
• Specimen coursework assignment

Find out more and enrol here:

cii.co.uk/adip-insurance

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Insurance Insurance

Certificate in London Market Insurance Specialisation Certificate in Insurance Market Specialisation

7 50 N/A 180 hrs 7 50 N/A 180 hrs

RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit
designation designation

Overview Overview
Developed in partnership with the Lloyd’s Market Association (LMA), the Level 7 Certificate Similar in structure to the Certificate in London Market Insurance Specialisation, the Certificate in
in London Market Insurance Specialisation improves practitioners’ research skills within a Insurance Market Specialisation has been developed for the broader insurance community. It is
concentrated field of study appropriate to the London Market. ideal for insurance market practitioners who wish to develop their research skills and apply them
to a specific subject area.
The Certificate will enable you to create learning that matches precisely to your role and career
aspirations and gain an in-depth understanding of a chosen topic through research and analysis. The Certificate will enable you to create learning that matches precisely to your role and career
aspirations and gain an in-depth understanding of a chosen topic through research and analysis.
The qualification requires study at a level equivalent to Master’s degree learning, and as such
we would advise candidates not to underestimate the demands associated with its completion. The qualification requires study at a level equivalent to Master’s degree learning, and as such
Candidates should fully familiarise themselves with the available dissertation guidelines and we would advise candidates not to underestimate the demands associated with its completion.
instructions in advance of entry. Candidates should fully familiarise themselves with the available dissertation guidelines and
instructions in advance of entry.
Completion requirements
The Certificate comprises one core unit, assessed by dissertation on an agreed topic, providing
Completion requirements
50 CII credits on successful completion. The Certificate comprises one core unit, assessed by dissertation on an agreed topic, providing
50 CII credits on successful completion.
(991) London Market
Insurance Specialisation (994) Insurance
50 credits Market Specialisation
50 credits
Core
Core
See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.
See pages 16-17 for individual unit assessment method.
Included within your Enrolment:
• Exemplar research proposal and dissertation • Online support via RevisionMate, Included within your Enrolment:
including guidance on research and • Exemplar research proposal and dissertation • Online support via RevisionMate,
• Support from a dissertation guide – an
dissertation writing including guidance on research and
expert practitioner from the sector • Support from a dissertation guide – an
dissertation writing
expert practitioner from the sector

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/lm-specialisation cii.co.uk/im-specialisation

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Personal Finance Contents

qualifications Financial Planning

RQF level 3
Award in Long Term Care Insurance 46
RQF level 3 equivalent
Award in Financial Planning (Hong Kong) 47
Award in Financial Planning (non-UK) 48
Award in Bancassurance (non-UK) 49
Certificate in Insurance and Financial Services (non-UK) 50
RQF level 4
Certificate in Paraplanning 52
Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning 53
Regulated Retail Investment Adviser Re-evaluation
Diploma in Financial Planning 54
RQF level 6
New: Award in Regulated Pension Transfer Advice 56
Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning 58

Investments and Securities

RQF level 3
Certificate in Investment Operations 60

RQF level 3 equivalent

Award in Investment Planning (non-UK) 61

RQF level 4
Certificate in Securities Advice and Dealing 62
Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management 64

Life and Pensions

RQF level 2
Award in Life and Pensions Foundations 65

RQF level 3
Award in Financial Administration 66
Certificate in Financial Services 67
Certificate in Regulated Financial Services Operations 68

Mortgages and Equity Release

RQF level 3
Certificate in Mortgage Advice 70
Certificate in Equity Release 71

RQF level 4
Certificate in Advanced Mortgage Advice 72

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Personal Finance units This is the framework for our personal finance qualification units.
They are grouped according to their difficulty, from level 2 through to level 6.
Depending on the qualification you want to achieve, you’ll need to study a number of
these units. Some of our qualifications require just one unit, while others require several.

Study and assessment key

RQF level: 2 RQF level: RQF level: 3 RQF level: 4 RQF level: 6
CII credit level: 3 equivalent CII credit level: CII credit level: CII credit level: Assessment methods vary depending
on the unit’s level and subject matter.
Award CII credit level: Certificate Diploma Advanced Diploma
Each unit within the framework has
Certificate
been assigned an icon to identify the
assessment method from the
options below.
(LF1) Life and Pensions Not available in the UK (CF1) UK Financial (LP3) Life and (J02) Trusts (J10) Discretionary (AF1) Personal Tax and
Foundations Services, Regulation Pensions Principles 20 credits Investment Trust Planning
0 credits The following units and Ethics 4 and Practices 4 100 study hours Management 30 credits
40 study hours are not registered 15 credits 10 credits 20 credits 150 study hours Multiple choice question (MCQ) exam
as part of the UK’s 60 study hours 50 study hours (J05) Pension 80 study hours Study is based on a specified enrolment period,
Regulated Qualifications Income Options (AF4) Investment from 01 September–31 August for UK exams,
Framework (RQF). (CF6) Mortgage Advice (R05) Financial 20 credits (J12) Securities Advice Planning and 01 May–30 April for non-UK exams. MCQ
20 credits Protection 100 study hours and Dealing 30 credits exams can be sat at UK and international online
(AWB) Award in 100 study hours 10 credits 20 credits 150 study hours exam centres, subject to availability, or via
Bancassurance 50 study hours (J07) Supervision in a 70 study hours remote invigilation.
(non-UK) (CF8) Long Term Regulated Environment (AF5) Financial
15 credits Care Insurance 20 credits (R01) Financial Planning Process
60 study hours 15 credits 100 study hours Services, Regulation 30 credits
70 study hours and Ethics 4 150 study hours
(AWF) Award in 20 credits
Written exam
(R06) Financial Study is based on a 12 month enrolment period
Financial Planning (ER1) Equity Release Planning Practice 60 study hours (AF7) Pension Transfers
(non-UK) 1 from the date of purchase. Most exams are on-
15 credits 30 credits 20 credits screen written exams and some may be available
15 credits 70 study hours 100 study hours (R02) Investment 100 study hours
60 study hours Principles and Risk by remote invigilation.

(FA1) Life Office 20 credits

(HFE) Award in Financial Administration 4 60 study hours
Planning (Hong Kong) 2
10 credits
15 credits (J09) Paraplanning (R03) Personal Taxation (AF6) Senior Coursework assignments
60 study hours
60 study hours 30 credits 10 credits Management Study is based on a 12 month enrolment period
100 study hours 50 study hours and Supervision
(FA2) Pensions from the date of purchase. Candidates must pass
(AWP) Award in 30 credits three written assignments, each typically
Administration 4 150 study hours
Investment Planning (R04) Pensions and 2,000-3,000 words.
(non-UK) 3 10 credits
60 study hours Retirement Planning
10 credits 10 credits (AF8) Retirement
60 study hours 50 study hours Income Planning
(FA5) Individual 30 credits
Notes Savings Account 150 study hours
Administration 4 (R07) Advanced
1. Unit AWF is also Mortgage Advice
10 credits
available in Arabic 70 study hours 15 credits
(AWA). 70 study hours
2. Unit HFE is also (GR1) Group Risk
available in Traditional 10 credits
Chinese (HFT). 50 study hours
3. Unit AWP is also
(LP1) Life and Pensions
available in Traditional
Customer Operations 4
Chinese (WPT).
15 credits
4. These units are listed 60 study hours
by the FCA as meeting
appropriate qualification (LP2) Financial
requirements (typically Services Products
as part of a qualification and Solutions 4
or in combination) 20 credits
for specific regulated 100 study hours
activities. Other FCA
requirements may apply
for these activities.

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Financial Planning Financial Planning

Award in Long Term Care Insurance Award in Financial Planning (Hong Kong)

3 15 N/A 70 hrs N/A 15 CII (Award) 60 hrs

RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit RQF level (equivalent CII credits Member designation Recommended study time
designation to level 3) per unit

Overview Overview
The Level 3 Award in Long Term Care Insurance develops knowledge and understanding of The Award in Financial Planning (Hong Kong) provides knowledge and understanding of the
long-term care cover, including legal, taxation and regulatory issues and the responsibilities of financial planning process within a professional business environment and the core financial
local authorities. and life assurance products suitable to a client’s needs.
The Award is suitable for those at the start of their career or anyone working in financial
FCA appropriate qualification planning seeking to build their knowledge and understanding of financial planning in Hong Kong.
This qualification can only be awarded to non-UK residents.
When held with the Diploma in Financial Planning or the Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning,
the Award in Long Term Care Insurance meets the FCA’s qualification requirements for advising Also available in Traditional Chinese, (HFT).
on long-term care products and retirement advice.
Completion requirements
Completion requirements The Award comprises one core unit providing 15 CII credits on successful completion.
The Award comprises one core unit, providing 15 CII credits on successful completion. These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.

(HFE) Award in Financial

(CF8) Long Term Planning (Hong Kong)
Care Insurance 15 credits
15 credits
Core
Core

See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.
Included within your Enrolment:
Included within your Enrolment:
• Study text – digital only • Exam guide via RevisionMate
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
• Assessment entry
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/award-longtermcare cii.co.uk/award-fp-hk

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Financial Planning Financial Planning

Award in Financial Planning (non-UK) Award in Bancassurance (non-UK)

N/A 15 CII (Award) 60 hrs N/A 15 CII (Award) 60 hrs

RQF level (equivalent CII credits Member designation Recommended study RQF level (equivalent CII credits Member designation Recommended study
to level 3) time per unit to level 3) time per unit

Overview Overview
The Award in Financial Planning provides foundation knowledge in the core financial and life Designed for financial advisers and insurance agents working outside the UK in the banking
assurance products. You will also learn what constitutes professional practice, providing you with sector, the Award in Bancassurance (non-UK) provides foundation knowledge in core financial,
a framework for ethical behaviour. life assurance and insurance products. You will also learn what constitutes professional practice,
providing you with a framework for ethical behaviour.
The Award is suitable for anyone working outside the UK in the insurance and financial services
sector. This qualification can only be awarded to non-UK residents. The Award is suitable for anyone working outside the UK in the insurance and financial
services sector.
Also available in Arabic: Award in Financial Planning, (AWA).

Completion requirements Completion requirements

The Award comprises one core unit, providing 15 CII credits on successful completion. These
The Award comprises one core unit, providing 15 CII credits on successful completion. These
credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
(AWB) Award in
(AWF) Award in Bancassurance (non-UK)
Financial Planning (non-UK)
15 credits
15 credits
Core
Core

See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

Included within your Enrolment:
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide and digital via RevisionMate
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/award-financial-planning cii.co.uk/award-bancassurance

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Financial Planning

Certificate in Insurance and Financial Services

(non-UK) Develop a solid grounding
N/A 40-45 Cert CII 50-60 hrs in the relevant core
RQF level (equivalent
to level 3)
CII credits Member designation Recommended study time
per unit financial, life assurance
Overview and insurance products
The Certificate offers a dedicated pathway for candidates outside the UK to achieve the
Certificate in Insurance and Financial Services (non-UK). It is ideal for those who provide financial
advice, act as an insurance agent, or aspire to either of these roles.
In completing the Certificate you will gain a solid base of knowledge relevant to your role.

Completion requirements
The Certificate comprises three core units, providing 40-45 CII credits on successful completion.
You must select three units from the following options: AWF or AWB (not both), W01 or WH1
(not both), AWP or W04. CII credits achieved via the Certificate can be used towards further
CII qualifications.

(AWF) Award in Financial (AWB) Award in

Planning (non-UK) OR Bancassurance (non-UK)
15 credits 15 credits

(W01) Award in General (WH1) Award in General

Insurance (non-UK) OR Insurance (Hong Kong)
15 credits 15 credits

(AWP) Award in
Investment Planning (non-UK)
10 credits

(W04) Award in Customer

Service in Insurance (non-UK)
15 credits

Core

See pages 16-17 and 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide via
and digital (digital only for WH1) RevisionMate (exam guide only for WH1)
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here:

cii.co.uk/cert-ins-fs

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Financial Planning Financial Planning

Certificate in Paraplanning Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning

4 75-80 CertPFS 50-100 hrs 4 100 DipPFS 50-60 hrs

RQF level CII credits (Paraplanning) Recommended study time RQF level CII credits Member designation Recommended study time
Member designation per unit per unit

Overview Overview
The Level 4 Certificate in Paraplanning meets the specific needs of paraplanners, or those aspiring The Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning helps develop core technical
to the role. It offers a dedicated qualification route, developing paraplanning skills, expertise and knowledge and financial planning capabilities. The Diploma is appropriate for paraplanners,
advanced technical knowledge in several key advisory areas. It develops core technical knowledge technical consultants and those in financial planning support roles. It is particularly suitable
in a number of key advisory areas, and helps you gain specialist report writing skills that improve for anyone seeking to give retail investment advice.
your ability to provide sound professional advice.
It is ideal for senior and mid-level paraplanners looking to further their knowledge or those FCA appropriate qualification
aspiring to the role, including new entrants, graduates and anyone looking for an entry route into
The Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning meets the FCA’s qualification requirements for
financial planning.
anyone advising on retail investment products.

Completion requirements Completion requirements

The Certificate comprises four core units providing 75-80 CII credits on successful completion.
The Diploma comprises six core units, providing 100 CII credits on successful completion. These
These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.

(R01) Financial Services, (CF1) UK Financial Services,

Regulation and Ethics OR Regulation and Ethics (R01) Financial Services, (R02) Investment (R03) Personal
20 credits 15 credits Regulation and Ethics Principles and Risk Taxation
20 credits 20 credits 10 credits
(R02) Investment Principles (R03) Personal (J09) Paraplanning
and Risk Taxation 30 credits (R04) Pensions and (R05) Financial (R06) Financial
20 credits 10 credits Retirement Planning Protection Planning Practice
10 credits 10 credits 30 credits
Core
Core

See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method. See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support via RevisionMate Included within your Enrolment:
and digital • Specimen coursework assignment for J09 • Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
• Assessment entry and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry

Regulated Retail Investment Adviser Re-evaluation

The FCA has collaborated with the CII to form a re-evaluation test of the knowledge required for
practising retail investment advisors. Identifying areas of strength and weakness, the re-evaluation
is a great way to demonstrate that your technical knowledge and application is up to date. The
test contains 100 questions based on Diploma units R01-R05.
Successfully passing the re-evaluation counts as 35 CPD hours when supported by an identified
learning need and a reflective statement.
More information can be found online: cii.co.uk/RAR

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/cert-paraplanning cii.co.uk/dip-rfp

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Financial Planning

Diploma in Financial Planning

4 140 DipPFS 50-100 hrs

RQF level CII credits Member designation Recommended study time
per unit

Overview
The Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning develops core technical understanding across a broad
range of key financial planning areas. The Diploma is suitable for paraplanners and technical
consultants, and those in roles supporting financial planning processes.
To complete the Diploma in Financial Planning you must already hold one of the following CII
qualifications, or equivalent: Certificate in Financial Services, Certificate in Regulated Financial
Services Operations, or the withdrawn Certificate in Financial Planning.

Completion requirements
The Diploma in Financial Planning comprises option units from across the Personal Finance
qualifications framework. A minimum of 140 CII credits must be obtained for successful
completion. These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
At least 80 CII credits must be at Diploma level; this includes the seven units listed below and
units R01-R04 and R06 from the Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning. One Advanced
Diploma in Financial Planning unit can count towards this requirement.
The remaining credits can come from any units within the Personal Finance qualifications
framework, subject to a maximum of 30 Advanced Diploma credits.
See pages 44-45 to discover which units provide Advanced Diploma level credits.

(J02) Trusts (J05) Pension Income

20 credits Options
20 credits

(J07) Supervision in a (J09) Paraplanning (J10) Discretionary

Regulated Environment 30 credits Investment Management
20 credits 20 credits
Understand the
various investment
(J12) Securities (R07) Advanced
Advice and Dealing Mortgage Advice
20 credits 15 credits

Option units products available

in the marketplace
See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed
and digital
• Online support via RevisionMate
• Specimen coursework assignment for J09
to meet the unique
• Assessment entry
needs of every
individual
Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/dip-financialplanning

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New Financial Planning

Award in Regulated Pension Transfer Advice

Develop the
6 20 N/A 100 hrs in-depth
knowledge and
RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit
designation

Overview
The Level 6 Award in Regulated Pension Transfer Advice develops the in-depth knowledge and
practical skills
practical skills needed by anyone seeking to advise on the transfer of safeguarded benefits, an
increasingly important part of the advice process following the UK Government’s pension reforms. needed to advise
The Award is suitable for retail investment advisers seeking to undertake pension transfer work
and become pension transfer specialists. It is ideal for retail investment advisers, paraplanners, on the transfer
of safeguarded
technical consultants and those in financial planning support roles wanting to update their
knowledge in this area.

FCA appropriate qualification

From October 2021, a qualification for retail investment advice (e.g. CII Level 4 Diploma in
benefits
Regulated Financial Planning), in addition to a specialist qualification (e.g. CII unit AF7/CII
Level 6 Award in Regulated Pension Transfer Advice), will be required in order to meet the
qualification requirement.
Please check our qualification webpage and the FCA Handbook and publications for details of CII
qualifications and FCA requirements. We offer further advice on legacy qualifications and the new
rules here: ciigroup.org/en/learning/qualifications/pension-transfers-specialist
The Award in Regulated Pension Transfer Advice, when combined with an RDR-compliant
qualification for retail investment advice, satisfies the appropriate FCA qualification requirements
for those wanting to undertake pension transfer activities. This will enable you to meet the
qualification requirements to practise in this area and expand your areas of expertise in your
professional practice.

Completion requirements
The Award comprises one core unit, providing 20 CII credits on successful completion.
These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.

(AF7) Pension Transfers

20 credits

Core

See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed and • PDFs of R04 and J05 study texts via
digital (with online updates) RevisionMate (completion of units R04 and
• Assessment entry (first exam sitting) J05 is assumed for this unit)
• Online support including exam guides
via RevisionMate

Find out more and enrol here:

shop.ciigroup.org/award-in-regulatory-pension-transfer-advice-award_rpta.html

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Financial Planning

Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning

Develop specialist planning
6 290 APFS 100-150 hrs capabilities and offer a
sophisticated and
RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit
designation

Overview
The Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning builds on existing skills and knowledge,
comprehensive approach
enabling advisers to develop specialist planning capabilities and offer a sophisticated and
comprehensive approach to financial management. to financial management
To complete the Advanced Diploma, you must already hold one of the following CII qualifications:
Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning, Diploma in Financial Planning.
Members who hold the Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning and have at least five years’
sector experience are eligible to apply for Chartered status.

Completion requirements
The Advanced Diploma comprises one core unit and several option units from across the
Personal Finance qualifications framework. A minimum of 290 CII credits must be obtained for
successful completion.
At least 120 credits must come from the Advanced Diploma units listed below, AF5 being a
compulsory unit. A further 40 credits must be at Diploma level or above. The remaining credits
can come from any units across the Personal Finance qualifications framework.
See pages 44-45 to discover which units provide Advanced Diploma and Diploma level credits.

(AF5) Financial Planning Process

30 credits

Core

(AF1) Personal Tax and Trust planning

30 credits

(AF4) Investment Planning (AF6) Senior Management and Supervision

30 credits 30 credits

(AF7) Pension Transfers (AF8) Retirement Income Planning

20 credits 30 credits

Option units

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed and • Online support via RevisionMate
digital (not available for AF5) (excluding AF5)
• Assessment entry • Specimen coursework assignment for AF6
and AF8

Find out more and enrol here:

cii.co.uk/adip-financialplanning

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Investments and Securities Investments and Securities

Certificate in Investment Operations Award in Investment Planning (non-UK)

3 25-30 N/A 60-70 hrs N/A 10 CII (Award) 60 hrs

RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit RQF level (equivalent CII credits Member designation Recommended study time
designation to level 3) per unit

Overview Overview
The Level 3 Certificate in Investment Operations is an introductory qualification that helps you The Award in Investment Planning (non-UK) helps you to develop and demonstrate your
gain the essential knowledge and skills you’ll need if you work with investments in an operational knowledge of investment products. You’ll learn what constitutes professional practice and
role. You’ll develop a general understanding of financial services, and gain practical insight into ethical behaviour.
the area of investment operations you choose.
The Award is suitable for experienced non-UK Financial Advisers and Insurance Agents advising
It is ideal for candidates working in a range of administrative and operational roles, such as those on, or aspiring to advise on, investment planning.
working in collective investment scheme administration, individual saving account administration
This qualification can only be awarded to non-UK residents.
and investment client servicing.

FCA appropriate qualification Completion requirements

The Award comprises one core unit, providing 10 CII credits on successful completion.
The Certificate in Investment Operations satisfies the FCA qualification requirements for overseers
These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
of certain investment operations functions.

Completion requirements (AWP) Award in Investment

Planning (non-UK)
The Certificate comprises two core units, providing 25-30 CII credits on successful completion. 10 credits
These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
Core
(R01) Financial Services, (CF1) UK Financial Services,
Regulation and Ethics OR Regulation and Ethics
See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.
20 credits 15 credits

(FA5) Individual Savings Included within your Enrolment:

Account Administration • Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
10 credits and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry
Core

See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/cert-investmentoperations cii.co.uk/award-investment-planning

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Investments and Securities

Certificate in Securities Advice and Dealing

Develop in-depth
4 70 CertPFS 50-70 hrs knowledge of
RQF level CII credits (Securities)
Member designation
Recommended study time
per unit investments
Overview and securities
products and
The Level 4 Certificate in Securities Advice and Dealing will help you develop in-depth knowledge
of investments and securities products, the UK taxation system and considerations for
appropriate investment recommendations.
It is ideal for anyone seeking to advise or deal in securities and anyone working in related support
roles looking to develop knowledge of the market.
considerations
FCA appropriate qualification for appropriate
The Certificate satisfies the FCA’s qualification requirements for anyone advising on or dealing
in securities.
investment
Diploma in Financial Planning holders should note that passing unit J12 satisfies the FCA’s
qualification requirements for advising on and dealing in securities.
recommendations
Completion requirements
The Certificate comprises four core units, providing 70 CII credits on successful completion.
These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.

(R01) Financial Services, (R02) Investment (R03) Personal Taxation

Regulation and Ethics Principles and Risk 10 credits
20 credits 20 credits

(J12) Security Advice

and Dealing
20 credits

Core

See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here:

cii.co.uk/cert-securities

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Investments and Securities Life and Pensions

Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management Award in Life and Pensions Foundations

4 40 CertPFS (DM) 60-80 hrs 2 N/A N/A 40 hrs

RQF level CII credits Member designation Recommended study time RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit
per unit designation

Overview Overview
The Level 4 Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management develops the wealth strategy and The Level 2 Award in Life and Pensions Foundations introduces key life and pensions topics,
portfolio management skills required for effective discretionary investment management. including: customer needs and solutions across pensions, protection, investments and savings;
the sector’s value to society and the economy; and the importance of professional conduct and
The Certificate is also relevant if you outsource this activity, or you’re in an investment-related
maintaining a customer focus.
support role and want to develop your knowledge of investments.
The Award is particularly suitable if you are new to the sector, or wish to demonstrate and
enhance your knowledge.
FCA appropriate qualification
It’s equally relevant for those in associated professions or support roles requiring an introduction
The Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management satisfies the FCA’s qualification
to life and pensions.
requirements for this class of business.

Completion requirements Completion requirements

The Award comprises one core unit and does not provide any credits on completion.
The Certificate comprises two core units, providing 40 CII credits on successful completion. These
credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
(LF1) Life and Pensions
(R01) Financial Services, (J10) Discretionary Foundations
Regulation and Ethics Investment Management 0 credits
20 credits 20 credits
Core
Core
See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.
See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.
Included within your Enrolment:
Included within your Enrolment: • Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide and digital via RevisionMate
and digital via RevisionMate • Assessment entry
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/cert-investmentmanagement cii.co.uk/award-lpf

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Life and Pensions Life and Pensions

Award in Financial Administration Certificate in Financial Services

3 25-30 N/A 60 hrs 3 35-45 Cert CII Cert CII 50-100 hrs
RQF level CII credits Member Recommended study time per unit RQF level CII credits (Life and Pensions) (FS) Recommended study
designation Member designation Member designation time per unit
(Life & Pensions route) (General route)

Overview Overview
The Level 3 Award in Financial Administration is an introductory qualification providing The Level 3 Certificate in Financial Services offers a choice of two learning routes, ideal for those
essential knowledge of the financial services sector, the process of investment planning, and the in operational or technical support roles within financial services.
administration of life or pensions business, depending on the unit selected.
The life and pensions route develops knowledge and understanding of the sector’s role and its
Importantly, it satisfies FCA qualification requirements for overseers of certain administrative life activities. It considers important customer needs, solutions and products, and how individuals and
and pensions functions. organisations work within the regulatory and legislative environment.
It is suitable for anyone working in administrative and operational life or pensions roles, or It is particularly suitable for the life, pensions and long-term savings sector, including customer
anyone moving in to an administrative overseer role who needs to comply with FCA appropriate operations back-office staff and contact centre team leaders.
qualification requirements.
The general route develops fundamental knowledge of the financial services sector, including
regulation, legislation, customer service, administration, marketing in financial services and key products.
FCA appropriate qualification It’s ideal if you are providing operational support to financial planners, paraplanners and technical
Units in this qualification meet the FCA’s appropriate qualification requirements for the oversight support staff.
of specific administrative functions depending on option units chosen: CF1 (or R01) + FA1 (for life
policies); CF1 (or R01) + FA2 (for stakeholder pension schemes).
Completion requirements
Completion requirements The life and pensions route comprises three core units, providing 45 CII credits on successful
completion. These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
The Award comprises one core unit and one option unit, providing 25-30 CII credits on successful
completion. These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.
(LP1) Life and Pensions (LP2) Financial Services (LP3) Life and Pensions
Customer Operations Products and Solutions Principles and Practices
(R01) Financial Services, (CF1) UK Financial Services,
Regulation and Ethics OR Regulation and Ethics 15 credits 20 credits 10 credits
20 credits 15 credits
Core
Core The general route comprises two core units from a choice of three, providing a minimum of 35 CII
credits on successful completion. These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.

(FA1) Life Office (FA2) Pensions

(R01) Financial Services, (CF1) UK Financial Services,
Administration OR Administration
Regulation and Ethics OR Regulation and Ethics
10 credits 10 credits
20 credits 15 credits
Option units
(LP2) Financial Services
Products and Solutions
See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method. 20 credits

Core
Included within your Enrolment:
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry
Included within your Enrolment:
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/award-financialadministration cii.co.uk/cert-financialservices

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Life and Pensions

Certificate in Regulated Financial Services Operations

3 35-40 Cert CII (FS) 60-70 hrs

RQF level CII credits Member designation Recommended study time
per unit

Overview
The Level 3 Certificate in Regulated Financial Services Operations develops fundamental
knowledge of the financial services sector, including regulation, legislation, and overseeing and
administering financial products.
It suits those involved in or overseeing the operational delivery of life, pensions or investment
products, in addition to other financial services support roles.
The Certificate is an ideal next step for holders of the Award in Financial Administration or
Certificate in Investment Operations, requiring completion of one further unit.

FCA appropriate qualification

Units in this qualification meet the FCA’s appropriate qualification requirements for specific
regulated activities depending on option units chosen. Please see the Certificate in Investment
Operations and the Award in Financial Administration for details.

Completion requirements
The Certificate comprises one core unit and two of the three option units, providing 35-40 CII
credits on successful completion. These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.

(R01) Financial Services, (CF1) UK Financial Services,

Regulation and Ethics OR Regulation and Ethics

Consider the
20 credits 15 credits

Core

(FA1) Life Office (FA2) Pensions (FA5) Individual Savings

financial products
Administration
10 credits
Administration
10 credits
Account Administration
10 credits and services
Option units
consumers require
See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.
at different stages
of their lives and
Included within your Enrolment:
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry
how solutions can
be developed to
satisfy their needs
Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/cert-rfso

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Mortgages and Equity Release Mortgages and Equity Release

Certificate in Mortgage Advice Certificate in Equity Release

3 35-40 Cert CII (MP) 60-100 hrs 3 50-55 Cert CII 60-100 hrs
RQF level CII credits Member designation Recommended study time RQF level CII credits (MP & ER) Recommended study time
per unit Member designation per unit

Overview Overview
The Level 3 Certificate in Mortgage Advice is essential if you want to be a mortgage adviser, and
The Level 3 Certificate in Equity Release develops advisory skills and offers an understanding of
equally relevant if you work in a support role. It develops an understanding of the sector and the
equity release regulation, products, market practice, and customer needs.
mortgage process and enables advisers to meet individual client needs.
It is suitable for anyone seeking to give mortgage and equity release advice, such as advising on
FCA appropriate qualification equity release products (both home reversion plans and lifetime mortgages). It is also ideal for
anyone working in the mortgage and equity release market in non-advisory roles, for example,
Completion of the Certificate in Mortgage Advice meets the FCA’s qualification requirements for technical consultants or support roles.
mortgage advisers.
FCA appropriate qualification
Completion requirements The Certificate in Equity Release meets the FCA’s qualification requirements for mortgage
The Certificate comprises two core units; candidates must study CF6, along with either R01 or CF1, advisers and those advising on equity release schemes.
providing 35-40 CII credits on successful completion. These credits can be used towards further
CII qualifications.
Completion requirements
(CF1) UK Financial Services, (R01) Financial Services, The Certificate comprises three core units. Candidates must study either R01 or CF1, along with
(CF6) Mortgage Advice CF6 and ER1, providing 50-55 CII credits on successful completion. These credits can be used
Regulation and Ethics OR Regulation and Ethics
20 credits towards further CII qualifications.
15 credits 20 credits

Core (R01) Financial Services, (CF1) UK Financial Services,

Regulation and Ethics OR Regulation and Ethics
See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method. 20 credits 15 credits

Included within your Enrolment: (CF6) Mortgage Advice (ER1) Equity Release
20 credits 15 credits
• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
and digital via RevisionMate
Core
• Assessment entry

See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here: Find out more and enrol here:
cii.co.uk/cert-mortgageadvice cii.co.uk/cert-equityrelease

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Mortgages and Equity Release

Certificate in Advanced Mortgage Advice

Discover the
4 55 Cert SMP 60-100 hrs practitioner’s
RQF level CII credits Member designation Recommended study time
per unit guide to the
Overview law, policy
The Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Mortgage Advice will bring you up to speed with recent
changes to the mortgage process arising from the Mortgage Market Review. and practice
It is an ideal next step for candidates who hold the Certificate in Mortgage Advice or the
Certificate in Equity Release, requiring completion of one more unit. of mortgage
FCA appropriate qualification lending in the
The Certificate in Advanced Mortgage Advice goes beyond the FCA’s qualification requirements
enabling mortgage advisers to continue developing their advice capabilities. UK, while
Completion requirements exploring the
rules and
The Certificate comprises three core units, providing 55 CII credits on successful completion.
These credits can be used towards further CII qualifications.

(R01) Financial Services,

Regulation and Ethics
(CF6) Mortgage Advice
20 credits
(R07) Advanced
Mortgage Advice features of the
20 credits

Core
15 credits
lending process
See pages 44-45 for individual unit assessment method.

Included within your Enrolment:

• Study text – digital only or printed • Online support including exam guide
and digital via RevisionMate
• Assessment entry

Find out more and enrol here:

cii.co.uk/cert-ama

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 New Partner Qualifications

Certificate in Climate Risk

15 Cert CRP
Member designation
130 hrs
CII credits* Recommended study time per unit

Overview
Managing climate-related risks and supporting the transition to a low-carbon world are amongst
our most significant global challenges. Central banks and financial regulators consider the
identification, measurement and disclosure of these risks to be a priority. Recognising the
strategic importance of this topic, the Certificate is the first joint qualification from the Chartered
Body Alliance, a joint initiative by the Chartered Insurance Institute, the Chartered Banker Institute
and the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment.
The aim of the Certificate is to develop the learner’s professional knowledge, understanding
and skills relating to climate change, climate risk and sustainable finance, with a view to
supporting customers, clients, colleagues and communities with the transition to a sustainable,
low-carbon world.
This single-unit qualification is designed for financial services risk professionals (or aspiring risk
professionals) with an understanding of risk management principles and practices. The certificate
is ideal for those who wish to develop their knowledge of climate risk and demonstrate their
expertise – wherever they are in the world. No previous knowledge of climate risk is required, but
an understanding of risk management principles and financial services practices is assumed.
*Please note that the Chartered Insurance Institute is not the awarding organisation for this
qualification. The Certificate is delivered and awarded by the Chartered Banker Institute and
CII credits are received through recognition of prior learning.

Completion requirements
The Certificate comprises one core unit: Principles and Practice of Climate Risk.

Principles and Practice

of Climate Risk

Core

Included within your Enrolment:

• Online study guide • Assessment entry (first exam sitting)
• Interactive e-learning modules

While studying this qualification, you will become a member of two globally recognised Chartered
professional bodies – the Chartered Insurance Institute and the Chartered Banker Institute.
Upon completion, candidates will be able to use the Chartered Banker Institute’s designation ‘Cert
CRP’ after being certified by the CBI.

Find out more and enrol here:

shop.ciigroup.org/certificate-in-climate-risk.html

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Supporting Enrolment

your studies
Enrolment
Each unit enrolment comes with the essential tools to support
your learning.

Study text with updates • Quiz questions – check understanding of

Typically available in printable PDF, ebook the study text as you progress
and hard copy, the study text encourages • Examination guide – a specimen paper with
structured self-study to help you master the answers to help prepare you for the exam.
syllabus. Chapters define learning outcomes
and can include self-test questions. You will *accessible via web browser and available for
also receive electronic updates and access to a selected written exam and MCQ units only
host of online study support services through (not including mixed assessment).
our RevisionMate study tool.

Exam guides and specimen

Updating your study text enrolment
coursework assignments
Available for selected Certificate and
Diploma level units For online exams, these comprise a complete
mock exam with answers, highlighting
How you update your enrolment depends on syllabus areas covered and useful hints. For
the unit: written exams they include past papers
• For editions-based units, you will receive with examiners’ comments on candidates’
the edition that immediately follows your performance and key points for inclusion
expired study text enrolment, with online in your answers. Specimen coursework
access to the Core Learning course on assignments are provided for units which offer
RevisionMate for the remainder of the mixed assessment or coursework assessment.
examination period. Current exam guides and specimen
• For written examination units, this will coursework assignments are supplied as PDF
extend your enrolment by 12 months from files and can be found on the unit webpage on
the end of the previous enrolment and the CII website and on RevisionMate.
digital copies of any new edition made For certain units, practice tests are also
available during this period will be included provided on RevisionMate – these are previous
on RevisionMate as part of your Core exam papers that have been updated for the
Learning online course. latest testing position.

RevisionMate
RevisionMate is an online study support tool
that helps you revise and access your
digital content. Key features can include:
• Printable PDF and ebook of the study text
• Student discussion forum – interact with
your peers and share queries

Please note, we recommend you sit your exam during your qualification unit’s testing/
enrolment period, as access to online support materials will end after your enrolment expires.
However, a study text renewal option is available if you need it.

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Study with Enrolment plus

confidence
Upgrade to Enrolment plus
Enrolment plus builds on a standard Enrolment with the additional
study aids available for your unit, giving you access to a range of
study support and helping you pass first time.
Head to your qualification webpage to see if Enrolment plus is
available for your units.

Additional study components typically include:

Key facts booklet interactive self-testing of the unit syllabus.
Available for selected Certificate and Question feedback is provided in the form of
Diploma level units a chapter reference to the specific areas being
Summarising the key information contained in tested in the official CII study text for the unit.
the study text, a key facts booklet is more A knowledge checker is designed to support
portable than a study text and is perfect for your learning by testing your understanding as
just focusing on the high-level syllabus you progress through your studies. Please
requirements. Available in digital and note, knowledge checkers are not past papers.
print format. While questions are designed to check
E-learn knowledge of the unit syllabus to assist with
Available for selected Certificate and your learning, they are not a product of the
Diploma level units same development process as the actual CII
Delivered via RevisionMate, this online tutorial examination question bank and are not
provides interactive study, backed by an intended to be used as mock exam questions.
assessment tool to check understanding Audio revision
as you progress with your studies. This Available for selected Diploma in Regulated
is designed to complement, not replace, Financial Planning and Advanced Diploma
the primary study text. It provides visually in Financial Planning units
engaging and therefore memorable learning. MP3 audio material for R0 units covers
It covers key and difficult topics only, not the the key elements of each subject. The AF
entire syllabus. options cover key Diploma learning points
Knowledge Checker that underpin application at Advanced level,
Available for selected units together with exam technique guidance.
Delivered online through RevisionMate, each Delivered via RevisionMate, audio files are
knowledge checker contains between 150 simple to download and are ideal for on-the-
and 300 questions (depending on the unit) go study.
and provides comprehensive, flexible and

Please note, whilst accessing additional study aids via Enrolment plus is cheaper than if you were
to purchase them separately, individual components are still available to purchase on their own.
Head to your unit webpages for more information.

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A sign of your Member designations

achievement Designations by level

Fellowship
Designation
FCII

FPFS
Qualification/Programme held by members
CII Fellowship

PFS Fellowship

Advanced Diploma ACII Advanced Diploma in Insurance

APFS Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning

Diploma DipCII (Claims) Diploma in Insurance, including units: M85 or 820

DipCII Diploma in Insurance

Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning or the Diploma in

DipPFS
Financial Planning

Certificate Certificate in Insurance, Certificate in Insurance and Financial

Cert CII
Services (non-UK) or the Certificate in Motor Insurance (India)

Certificate in Insurance, including one of the following units:

Cert CII (Claims)
IF4, M85 or 820

Cert CII (Life and Pensions) Certificate in Financial Services via the life and pensions route

Certificate in Insurance, including the Certificate in London

Cert CII (London Market)
Market Insurance

Certificate in Insurance, including at least two of the

Cert CII (Health and Protection)
following units: IF7, R05, GR1

Cert CII (Protection) Certificate in Insurance, including units R05 and IF9

Certificate in Insurance, including one of the following units:

Cert CII (Insurance Broking)
I10, M81, 930

Cert CII (Customer Service) Certificate in Insurance, including unit IF9

Members of the Society of Mortgage Professionals holding

Cert SMP
the Certificate in Advanced Mortgage Advice

Members of the Society of Mortgage Professionals holding

Cert CII (MP)
the Certificate in Mortgage Advice

Members of the Society of Mortgage Professionals holding

Our membership designations Certs CII (MP & ER)
the Certificate in Equity Release
demonstrate your achievement
Certificate in Regulated Financial Services Operations or
and professional aspiration Cert CII (FS)
Certificate in Financial Services via the general route

As a member, you can use your designation CertPFS (Paraplanning) Certificate in Paraplanning
on personal communications to indicate CertPFS (Securities) Certificate in Securities Advice and Dealing
qualification completion.
CertPFS (DM) Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management
Reflecting our full qualifications framework,
Award CII (Award) Award in Financial Planning (Hong Kong)
designations are available at Award,
Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma Award in General Insurance (Hong Kong)
level. Holders of the Advanced Diploma are
Award in Motor Insurance Claims and Underwriting (India)
eligible to use the relevant Chartered title.
In some instances, discipline specific Award in Motor Insurance Products and Policies (India)
designations can be used to determine your Award in Bancassurance (non-UK)
area of specialism.
Award in Customer Service in Insurance (non-UK)

Award in Financial Planning (non-UK)

Award in General Insurance (non-UK)

Award in Investment Planning (non-UK)

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A commitment to Chartered status

professional standards

Chartered status is the globally recognised badge of professionalism

among employers, consumers and businesses. It demonstrates your
commitment to putting customers first, upholding ethical standards,
and maintaining your technical knowledge.

“It is very important to Accredited by your professional body

me that the financial The Chartered Insurance Institute awards Chartered
planning industry becomes status to members holding the Advanced Diploma.
recognised as a leader in You must also have at least five years’ experience within
professionalism, integrity
the insurance and/or personal finance profession.
and trust. This is at the
heart of everything I do
and achieving Chartered
status, in my eyes, is the Wearing the badge with pride
benchmark that everyone in Attaining Chartered status is challenging and takes
the industry should aspire to commitment. However, once you have achieved
and also ensures that there the accolade, you can proudly demonstrate your
is a framework in place commitment by applying the Chartered logo to your
for industry goals to stationery and personal communications.
be achieved.”
For more information and to apply, visit:
Max Folland cii.co.uk/chartered
Chartered Financial Planner

Chartered Designations
Chartered Insurer
Chartered Insurance Practitioner
Chartered Insurance Broker
Chartered Insurance Risk Manager
Chartered Financial Planner
Chartered Insurance Underwriting Agent

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A passion for Fellowship

professionalism
Fellowship status demonstrates to the world that you have attained
and maintained the highest and most prestigious level of professional
achievement. Holders of the Advanced Diploma who meet the full
eligibility requirements have the opportunity to apply for Fellowship.

The Fellowship programme has been designed on the basis that each individual is in the best
position to evaluate what development needs they have and how best to address these needs.
The programme is designed to give you control of the way you progress your own career while
also working towards Fellowship. It gives you the ability to select a path to Fellowship which fits
your own skills, interests and development needs.

FCII Programme FPFS

Completion requirements: Completion requirements:
• Complete the Advanced Diploma/ • A total of 350 credits are required to
Associateship complete the Fellowship
• Pass the Business Ethics programme • This must include obtaining 290 credits
• Submit a Major achievement through completion of the Advanced
(four options available) Diploma in Financial Planning
• Submit three years’ Continuous Professional • The remaining 60 credits can come from any
Development of the examinations offered within the CII
personal finance qualifications framework.
• Write a statement of personal development.

Full details can be found online at: Full details can be found online at:
cii.co.uk/learning/qualifications/fellowship- thepfs.org/membership/join-us/fellow/
qualification
For further guidance and support prior to or For further guidance and support contact our
during your FCII application, the Fellowship Customer Service team:
Advisory Service is on-hand.
T: +44 (0)20 8989 8464
To contact the Fellowship Advisory Service
E: customer.serv@cii.co.uk
email: societies.fas@cii.co.uk

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Your next Your next steps

steps The best way to begin your study journey is to visit us online.
Go to cii.co.uk/qualifications where you can find more detail
on our qualifications.
If you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact
Customer Service by calling +44 (0)20 8989 8464 or by
emailing customer.serv@cii.co.uk

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Chartered Insurance Institute
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