Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, IHE Certificate of Completion
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends, Other
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Synopsis: Financial Services: Pre-licensure
Course Objective: This short 4 credit program provides an overview of investments, financial services and exam preparation for the FINRA SIE® Exam. The SIE® certification is a valuable, nationally recognized verification of your basic securities industry knowledge. This certification is necessary for financial industry job seekers.
Description: Companies such as Charles Schwab, Bank of America, Nationwide, Vanguard, and CIM Group are seeking entry-level professionals who have completed basic training in financial securities.
Competencies to be achieved: Knowledge of capital markets, understanding products and their risks, understanding trading customer accounts and prohibited activities overview of the regulatory framework.
Total Cost of Program: (include all costs to student including testing, licensure): $569.00 = Tuition $388.00 (SCC) + Registration $15.00 (SCC) + Graduation Fee $25.00 + Testing/Exam Fee $00.00 (Voucher issued from SCC for FINRA Exam) + Course Materials $141.00 Pass Perfect (SCC Follett)
SPECIAL NOTE: Program fees go to multiple vendors and will be outlined in the proposal letter. Fees may vary.
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): Pass Perfect: Pass Plus
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): Computer w/ microphone, speaker and internet access
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: Name: Hao Thai
Email: hao.thai@scottsdalecc.edu Phone number: 480-423-6138
F. Direct Website link to the program: https://www.scottsdalecc.edu/featured/securities-industry-essentials-exam-prep
G. Additional information:
Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: Click here to learn more about the background and licensing restrictions link http://www.finra.org/industry/general-information-finras-eligibility-requirements
• Other requirements needed: At least 18 years old, HS Diploma or Equivalent (GED) and Passing Score (70%) on FINRA SIE® Exam for hiring opportunity
• Other requirements needed: None
H. Refund Policy: https://district.maricopa.edu/regulations/admin-regs/section-2/2-2#10
I. Credentials:
• Industry Recognized: Yes
• Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
• Stackable: Yes
Career Pathway: relationship specialist, financial services professional, account representative (non-IT), personal banker, sales agent, and more.
• Portable: Yes
• Accredited Curriculum: Yes
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Higher Learning Commission www.hlcommission.org
J. Credential Attainment Rate: 24%
Courses to complete:
Live Online
GBS 261 (29951) Investments I (3 credit) Tu/Th 6:00pm - 8:45pm January 14, 2025 - March 7, 2025
GBS 261LL (29952) SIE Preparation (1 credit) Tu/Th 6:00pm - 8:45pm March 18, 2025 - April 11, 2025
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
12
Hours
4
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
No
Training Location(s)
Online
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Name of Credential
FINRA SIE Exam Completion
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
None
Refund Policy
https://www.maricopa.edu/students/tuition-payment-information/student-refunds
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Higher Learning Commision
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$141.00 Available from SCC Follett Bookstore
Graduation Fees
$25.00
In-State Tuition
$388.00 $97.00 per credit
Registration Fee
$15.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$569.00
