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Financial Advisor Training

Learn what financial advisors do and how they do it: a semi-in-depth, practical course covering the role, vocabulary, common procedures, safety and career launch.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
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What you’ll learn in Financial Advisor training

A practical, general introduction to the financial advisor job: what the role involves, 15+ key terms, how to perform common tasks such as run a first client discovery meeting and build a retirement income plan, safety essentials and how to launch your career. Online, self-paced, about 12 hours, $109.99.

  • Tuition
    $109.99
    Volume pricing from 2 seats
  • Length
    12 hours
    10 modules
  • Format
    Online
    Self-paced, any device
  • Access
    12 months
    LMS access
  • Level
    Beginner
    To intermediate
  • You receive
    Certificate
    Of completion

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Explain what a financial advisor does day to day, where they work and how the role fits into the team
  • Use 15+ essential financial advisor terms correctly
  • Walk through run a first client discovery meeting, build a retirement income plan, and talk a client through a market drop step by step
  • Identify the tools, equipment and technology used on the job
  • Apply core safety, compliance and professional standards
  • Map your path into the field, including credentials such as CFP

Course syllabus

10 modules, about 12 hours in total.

MODULE 01Introduction to the Financial Advisor Role1 hr
  • What financial advisors do and why the role matters
  • Where they work: settings, employers and teams
  • Pay, job outlook and the career ladder
  • Professional and ethical expectations
MODULE 02A Day on the Job45 min
  • A realistic shift, start to finish
  • Schedules, shifts and workload
  • Working with supervisors, coworkers and customers
  • The best and hardest parts of the job
MODULE 03Essential Financial Advisor Vocabulary1 hr 10 min
  • Key term: Fiduciary
  • Key term: CFP
  • Key term: Asset allocation
  • Key term: Diversification
  • Key term: Risk tolerance
  • Plus 10 more terms with practice drills
MODULE 04Core Duties and Responsibilities1 hr 10 min
  • Meet clients about goals
  • Build financial plans
  • Recommend investments
  • Plan for retirement
  • Review insurance needs
MODULE 05Common Tasks, Step by Step2 hr 40 min
  • How to run a first client discovery meeting
  • How to build a retirement income plan
  • How to talk a client through a market drop
  • Common mistakes and how to avoid them
MODULE 06Tools, Equipment and Technology1 hr
  • Financial planning software
  • Portfolio management systems
  • CRM
  • Custodian platforms
  • Risk tolerance tools
MODULE 07Safety, Compliance and Professional Standards1 hr 25 min
  • Act in clients’ best interests
  • Protect client data
  • Follow FINRA and SEC rules
  • Watch for elder financial abuse
MODULE 08Skills Employers Look For1 hr
  • Financial planning
  • Investments
  • Retirement planning
  • Trust-building
  • Listening
MODULE 09Launching Your Financial Advisor Career1 hr
  • Education and training pathways
  • Credential overview: CFP
  • Credential overview: Series 65 or 66
  • Resume and interview preparation
  • Your first 90 days on the job
MODULE 10Final Knowledge Check1 hr
  • Comprehensive practice exam with explanations
  • Certificate of completion on passing

Who this training is for

  • Students: find out what the financial advisor job is really like before choosing a program or major.
  • Career changers: test-drive the field and build vocabulary and confidence before investing in formal training.
  • New hires and employers: shorten ramp-up time with a consistent foundation for every new financial advisor.

Pricing

$109.99 per learner. Buying for a team? Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners.

SeatsDiscount
2 to 101% off
11 to 202% off
21 to 503% off
51 to 1005% off
101 to 2507% off
251 to 5008% off
501 to 1,00010% off

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Why train for this career

Personal financial advisors provide advice on investments, insurance, mortgages, college savings, estate planning, taxes and retirement. BLS reports a median wage of $105,070 (May 2025) and about 17,100 openings per year. Read the full financial advisor career profile or see salary details.

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Financial Advisor training FAQ
How long is the Financial Advisor training?
About 12 hours, online, self-paced. You get 12 months of LMS access, so you can learn around work or school.
How much does the Financial Advisor training cost?
$109.99 per learner. Volume pricing applies automatically from 2 learners, up to 10% off for large groups.
Is the course online?
Yes. The course runs on our online learning platform (LMS). After you enroll, we email your login details.
Will this course make me a licensed or certified financial advisor?
No. This is a general career-preparation course. It does not by itself grant a state license, national certification or academic credit. Advisors who sell securities or give investment advice must pass FINRA or state exams such as the Series 7, 65 or 66. It is designed to help you understand the job and prepare for the formal training, exams and interviews that follow.
Who is this course for?
Students exploring careers, adults changing careers, new hires who want a faster ramp-up, and employers onboarding financial advisors.
How do I enroll?
Use the enrollment form on this page. It opens a pre-filled email to our team, and we reply with your payment link or invoice and your LMS access. You can also call 1-866-429-6742.
Do you offer group or employer pricing?
Volume pricing from 2 seats. Choose “My team or employees” on the form or visit our employer training page.
What do I receive when I finish?
Certificate of completion from Career Education Institute after you pass the final knowledge check.


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