RG146 Compliant Superannuation
(Partial completion of FNS50611)

Various course schedules (streams) are available, including:

Face-to-face workshops^: are conducted in a classroom environment enabling you to learn efficiently within a structured and engaging format. The workshops allow you to interact and network with other students under the guidance of industry professionals who “bring the course to life” and provide a “real world” perspective.

Distance (Self-Paced) learning: allows you to start a course when and where it is convenient for you to study. Distance learning is particularly popular with stay-at-home parents, full time employees, or anyone seeking maximum flexibility. You will be well supported throughout your course by Monarch’s dedicated distance education support team, available both over the phone and online.

Detailed Pricing

The Superannuation Adviser course provides you with the ability to deliver BOTH general and personal superannuation advice. You can choose to enrol in this course via distance or face-to-face workshops.

^All students studying at Monarch Institute are regarded as undertaking a course or qualification by distance education. Students may choose to attend optional workshops which are facilitated by a recognised industry expert (‘facilitator’), in this instance a Financial Planning Professional. All Monarch facilitators are nationally recognised trainers and assessors under the Australian Quality and Training Framework (AQTF). To successfully complete the RG146 Superannuation Adviser Course, pre-reading, attendance at optional workshops (if applicable), self-study and post-workshop assessments is required. For further information, refer to Monarch Institute’s Student Information Guide.

Various locations are available, including:

• Face-to-Face workshops – CBD training held nationwide
• Your Office – Monarch Institute provides onsite training for group instruction.
• Distance Learning

Monarch Institute’s Diploma of Financial Planning is Government accredited. It also has National recognition, meaning it can be used as a pathway to a university qualification, nationwide.

This course is ASIC compliant. It is listed on the ASIC Training Register found at: http://asic.gov.au/eTraining/eTrain.nsf

Yes, if you’re eligible.

Go to our Government Funding page to see if you are eligible for a Government subsidy.

“Securing Jobs for the Future” is a Victorian State Government initiative. Through this program, Monarch Institute has submitted it’s application for Government Funding for 2012 for the Diploma of Financial Planning (FNS50611) and the Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning (FNS60410).  This funding will only available to Victorian based Registered Training Organisations. The training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. We are hoping that it will be available to students within the next 4-6 weeks.

Monarch has carefully structured its assessments to include a variety of formats which will enhance your understanding:

• Case studies
• Multiple  choice
• Short answer questions
• Role plays
• Projects

Superannuation and all it encompasses is a rapidly growing area of advice within the financial services industry. Any person who provides Superannuation and Retirement Planning advice must have an industry specific accreditation (known as RG146 certification).

Career opportunities include positions in banks, insurance companies, superannuation fund providers, accounting and financial planning practices, both large and small.

Completion of this RG146 Compliant Superannuation course means you have automatically completed the requirements for 50% of the Diploma of Financial Planning. You only have to complete 2 additional modules in order to receive the full Diploma of Financial Planning.

As an industry leader in delivering financial services education, Monarch is directly approached by employers seeking outstanding students. Monarch’s privacy policy means students must approach employers directly to pursue employment opportunities, and often the roles are competitive. To be successful in obtaining employment in the financial services industry, new entrants should firstly research the industry, and consider:

• Speaking to fellow students (and others) already working in the industry, to understand the areas currently in demand.
• Research current vacancies and remuneration levels on career websites such as www.seek.com.au and www.mycareer.com.au
• Inquire about professional membership to industry associations. There are often discounts for students so enquire at:
  • www.fpa.asn.au
  • www.cpaaustralia.com.au
  • www.publicaccountants.org.au
  • www.afma.com.au
  • www.bankers.asn.au
  • Stockbrokers.org.au

Monarch Institute recognises Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) which takes into account the knowledge and skills you have already gained through your previous education and work history. This may be through formal or informal training and can result in credits towards your qualification.

Advisers and students with foreign qualifications are required by ASIC to undertake courses on the ASIC training register to familiarise themselves with Australian regulatory requirements.