Frequently Asked Questions

Do the courses fees include IFS registration?
No, our training fees do not include the ifs registration, this payment can be made direct to the ifs or you can register with them through us.

Are there any extra costs that are not include in the price?
The price you are quoted is the price you pay with no hidden fees along the way.

Can you help with seeking employment on completion of my full CeFA qualification?
Yes! We'd be delighted to help where we can. We have an advisor on hand that can give you guidance and support in finding employment. We are also affiliated with many companies within the financial industry looking for fully qualified Financial Advisors.

However, please note that we strictly do not do go down the "we guarantee you a job" route in order to get your custom. We would strongly advise you to take a very cautious approach with any training company making such promises. Invariably all they are offering you is a self-employed role but you will pay a pretty premium for all this. After gaining your CeFA qualifications such roles will not be too hard to come by yourself. Don't get caught out this way!

I have no financial services background will this be a problem?
You do not need a mortgage or financial background to take our CeFA courses. Our part time weekend course is more suitable for those with absolutely no financial background. We will take you step by step and provide you the training you need to pass CeFA . Over the duration of the course the tutor will support you fully taking you through all the sections of the vast ifs syllabus.

What if after the training I don’t feel ready to sit the exam or don’t pass first time?
If for any reason you do not feel confident enough to take the exam, or if you are unfortunate not to pass your exam you can still benefit from tutor support at no extra cost. Terms and conditions apply.

How do I register with the IFS school of finance?
You can contact the IFS school of finance on 01227 818609

What is the difference between CeFA and FPC?

CeFA is awarded by the IFS school of finance. FPC (now replaced by the CFP) is awarded by the Chartered Institute of Insurers.These are both recognised regulatory courses and they are on par with each other with regards to the FSA and course content.
Advantages/disadvantages of each?
With CFP you have more exams but the syllabus is spread out over these exams so should be easier to revise for. You can only do the exams at set times with the CFP so its not as flexible as CeFA exams.
CeFA, on the other hand, has less exams but means you have to do twice as much work... especially in CeFA 3. However, you have the added flexibility of being able to take the exams at anytime and with Pearson vue exam centres all over the world you aren't limited geographically.