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RG146 Specialist Self Managed Superannuation Funds

Specialist SMSF Advisor Course (This course is no longer being offered in 2021)

Our Specialist SMSF (Self managed Superannuation Fund) Advisor course, is ideal for Accountants and Financial Advisors and meets the RG146 requirements to provide Personal advice in Superannuation and SMSF. You may be eligible for some RPL exemptions, if you have completed any previous RG146 or you are part of an Accounting body Association. Contact us to find out more.

After completion of the Specialist SMSF Advisor course, you can enter the profitable financial services industry and work as a SMSF specialist advisor. IIT are Australia’s top provider of SMSF training Courses in Australia. Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll attain the knowledge and skills required to deliver expert financial advice. Get started now and take advantage of the amazing opportunities available in this area. Statement of attainment issued upon completion.

Nationally recognised Education From A Great Institution, now with CPD points awarded! 

You have the option of choosing to complete the Specialist SMSF Advisor Course either by Distance Education or Face-to-Face Learning. Full support is offered for both modes of study but we highly recommend face-to-face learning where possible, to allow participants to interact not only with the presenter, but also with other students who are usually working in the industry. Students tend to gain greater understanding of concepts shared and discussed in our friendly classroom environment via this mode of delivery. It also allows you the opportunity to proceed through your assessments in a more structured way, allowing you to gain the compliance under a shorter timeframe than if you completed it via distance education only.

With our Self-Managed Superannuation Courses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane and the Gold Coast, you’ll be sure to find your perfect class location. Browse our course brochure and discover the many benefits of studying with the International Institute of Technology. Call now on 1300 88 33 46 and attain the SMSF RG146 Compliance you need, to deliver expert advice today! *In-house training is our speciality. Minimum numbers required. Contact us to find out more.

This Specialist SMSF Adviser course has THREE modules: *Contact us to see if you meet our Corporate rate eligibility! 

Course name: Distance Education Blended Delivery with Workshop Blended Workshop Duration
Generic Knowledge (GK)

(Part of Financial planning in practice module) (FPP)

$489 *$225 $989 *$450 1 days in class (plus pre study)
Principles of Retirement and Superannuation (PRS) $489 *$450 $989 *$899 2 days in class (plus pre study)
Principles of Self Managed Superannuation Funds (PSMSF) $489 *$450 $989 *$899 2 days in class (plus pre study)
FULL RG146 Specialist Self Managed Superannuation Funds $1,000*call us or click here to find out our latest offer $2,000*call us or click here to find out our latest offer 5 days in class (plus pre study)

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Course Overview

This course is ideal for adults who are seeking to enter the Financial Planning, Accounting Industry or Accountants and Financial Planners who require SMSF as part of their advice under the AFSL they advise under. This course is ideal for those wanting to take their career to the next level in the most flexible and affordable manner.

Entry Requirements There are no entry or eligibility requirements for this course. However if you wish to only complete the Principles of Self Managed Superannuation Funds (PSMSF) module you need to have previously attained the competency units contained in the modules GK Generic Knowledge and Principles of Retirement and Superannuation (PRS) or the equivalent if you have previous studies with another provider, see below for competency unit listing. Evidence required upon enrolment.
Hardware & Software Access to a computer/laptop with internet access and either Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. Microsoft Excel 2003 or later, Microsoft Word 2003 or later. A device capable of recording video (distance students only).
Study Method: Blended Delivery (tutorial workshop & self-paced learning) Blended delivery includes a series of tutorial workshops combined with self-paced study. Our face-to-face workshops create a friendly classroom environment to enable learning in a timely and structured way. The sessions allow students to bounce ideas around with other participants – not to mention the networking opportunities or achievement of corporate team goals. Facilitators are industry professionals with real world experience and take the time to tell their war stories, which help explain the concepts in an exciting way. Please go to the Schedules tab on our website to see when dates are running in your location or contact our office to arrange tailored corporate training.
Study Method: Distance Education Distance or self-paced learning allows you to start a course when it suits you best. Moreover, it provides you with the flexibility to continue with your other commitments in life, such as work, parenthood and your social life. BEST OF ALL, it gives you access to our Distance Education Team who can discuss concepts, conduct skill-based role plays and provide feedback on any assessments submitted.
Course Duration The duration of the course will vary depending on each individual student and their prior experience and knowledge. 120 hours over a maximum of 12 months is the recommended timeframe for students new to the industry, who require all three modules.
Assessments True / False Questions (TF), Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), Short Answer Questions (SAQ), Case study and role-play. For more information on assessment process, click here
Exemptions and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) If you have completed previous studies in the financial services area, you may be eligible for some credits towards the course by way of course exemptions. For more information on course exemptions and recognition of prior learning, click here
Qualification Pathway This course has national recognition. This course counts as a partial completion towards the FNS50615 Diploma of Financial Planning
Related Courses FNS50615 Diploma of Financial Planning
FNS60415 Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning

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Units of Competency

Pre-Requisite Units
FNSINC501 – Conduct product research to support recommendations
FNSIAD501 – Provide appropriate services, advice and products to clients
FNSCUS505 – Determine client requirements and expectations
FNSCUS506 – Record and implement client instructions
FNSASICU503 – Provide advice in Superannuation

Elective Units
FNSSMS501 – Invest self-managed superannuation funds assets
FNSSMS505 – Support trustee in the selection and performance monitoring of outsourced services
FNSSMS601 – Provide advice in self-managed superannuation funds
FNSSMS602 – Apply taxation requirements when advising in self-managed superannuation funds
FNSSMS603 – Apply legislative and operational requirements to advising in self-managed superannuation funds

This activity has been accredited for continuing professional development points by the Financial Planning Association of Australia.  Accreditation number 010945 for 24 CPD points