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Advanced Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning)

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Increase Your Financial Expertise

Complex financial needs such as estate planning and taxation require a financial planner with advanced knowledge and skills.

This nationally recognised qualification adds depth and credibility to your financial expertise, enabling you to address a greater range of client needs.

Offered by financial services education leader Kaplan Professional, this self-paced course is developed and delivered by industry experts, keeping you up-to-date with the latest trends and practices.

Quick Course Guide
Qualification Advanced Diploma Enrolment dates Enrol anytime - start now!
Study time Self-paced. Maximum time for course completion: 3 years Pre-requisites Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning)
Delivery method Distance education + optional workshops Course materials All course materials are provided
Delivered by Kaplan Professional Assessment Assignments + exams

Enhance Your Knowledge to Better Serve Clients

Developed for experienced financial professionals, the Advanced Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning) extends your knowledge of financial planning and advisory services, including:

  • Accumulating wealth
  • Investment and tax strategies
  • Estate planning
  • Writing a statement of advice

You'll increase your knowledge of the critical components of financial planning and advisory services, and gain advanced skills needed to examine more complex financial planning strategies and client scenarios.

Use your qualification to provide a greater level of service to your clients - or as a pathway to further education.

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Course Subjects

  • Taxation Planning
  • Estate Planning
  • Investment Planning 2
  • Financial Plan Construction and Review (FPC)

You will also need to complete a Workplace Skills Assessment in order to receive your qualification. Contact a SEEK Learning consultant to find out more about this skills assessment.

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What You'll Learn

Upon completion of this financial planning course, you'll:

  • Understand Australian taxation laws
  • Be able to develop appropriate tax strategies
  • Understand financial planning in relation to estate planning issues
  • Understand advanced investment concepts
  • Be able to write a comprehensive statement of advice for clients

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Flexible Course Delivery

Kaplan Professional courses are designed to be flexible, so you can achieve your ideal work / study / life balance.

Self-study Details
Enrol in and start the Advanced Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning) anytime. All materials and resources are included. Assignments are to be submitted no later than four months from subject commencement (six months for the FPC subject), while first exams are to be completed within six months of subject commencement.

Optional Intensive Workshops
Complement your self-study with Kaplan's intensive workshops - ideal if you prefer a more structured learning environment. Each subject has three days of workshops (two days for the FPC subject), which run continuously throughout the year.

What's Included

Whichever study method you choose, you receive:

  • All course materials
  • Online access to Kaplan's Financial Planning Guide - an electronic reference manual
  • Extra resource materials
  • 'Quick Reference Guide' of facts and figures
  • Practice exams
  • Telephone and email support

Benefits of Workshops

  • Led by industry leaders - benefit from their expertise and insight
  • Receive valuable assignment preparation guidance
  • Receive advice on exam techniques
  • Network with other students

About Kaplan Professional

Globally renowned for high-quality courses, Kaplan Professional has become the leader in financial services education in Australia by bringing together Tribeca Learning and Finsia Education - organisations that are recognised and respected for excellence in education.

Planned and delivered by leading industry practitioners, Kaplan Professional courses are nationally recognised, career-relevant and practical, and endorsed by Finsia.

Find out more about Kaplan Professional.

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