Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, IHE Certificate of Completion, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Other
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Type CIP Lookup: 52.0801
Occupation Title O-Net SOC: 41-3031.00
Hourly Wage 1: $23.76
Program Name: SCC Financial Services (16 cr)
Course Objective: This 16-week program provides an overview of investments, financial
services, exam preparation, workplace communication, customer service skills and
strategies.
Description: The program will prepare students to enter the financial service
industry and prepare them for the SIE® Exam. Students can learn professional skills and
develop a strong foundation to work at companies such as Charles Schwab, Bank of
America, Merrill Edge, Nationwide, Vanguard and CIM Group. These partners are seeking
entry-level professionals who have completed this program and exam. Career Pathways:
relationship specialist, financial services professional, account representative (non-IT),
personal banker, personal financial advisor, sales agent, and more. 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: $1975 = Tuition $1552.00 (SCC), Books $368.00 (Pass Perfect and Follett Bookstore+ Tax + Delivery Fee) + Registration $30.00 (SCC), Exam Fees $0.00 Testing/Exam (SCC issues voucher for FINRA Exam), Graduation Fee $25.00 (SCC)
*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:
GBS 151 29104 ISBN: 9780357122945 BUSN12 ($110.00)
GBS 261 29951 Pass Perfect: Pass Plus SIE Exam ($141.00)
MKT 271 29126 No books required for this course.
GBS 120 29768 No books required for this course.
GBS 261LL 29952 Pass Perfect: Pass Plus (same as GBS 261-29951)
MGT 251 29628 ISBN: 9781264069286 Human Relations in Organizations ($117)
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program: 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
Direct Website link to the program:
https://www.scottsdalecc.edu/degrees-certificates/business-entrepreneurialism-and-management/securities-industry-essentials-5907-ccl
Additional information:
● Program offers access to industry corporate partners.
● 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 to work in industry: At least 18 years old, HS Diploma or Equivalent (GED) and Passing Score (70%) on FINRA SIE® Exam for hiring opportunity
Refund Policy: https://district.maricopa.edu/regulations/admin-regs/section-2/2-2#10
Credentials:
Industry Recognized: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)
Stackable: No
Career Pathway: relationship specialist, financial services professional, account representative (non-IT), personal banker, sales agent
Portable: Yes
Accredited Curriculum: Yes
Accrediting Agency and link to website: The Higher Learning Commission www.hlcommission.org
Credential Attainment Rate: Unavailable at the time of update.
Courses to complete
1st 8-Weeks:
GBS 151 (3) Introduction To Business
GBS 261 (3) Investments I
MKT 271 (3) Principles of Marketing/Sales
2nd 8-Weeks:
GBS 261LL (1) Investments II
MGT 126/251 (3) Customer Service Skills and Strategies
GBS 120 (3) Workplace Communication Skills
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
16
Hours
16
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
9000 E. Chaparral Road, Scottsdale, Arizona
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Name of Credential
Securities Industry Essentials Certification
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
N/A
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - HLC
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)
$368.00
Graduation Fees
$25.00
In-State Tuition
$1,552.00 16 credits x $97.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$5,952.00
Registration Fee
$30.00 $15.00 per semester
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,975.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$6,375.00
