- Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning Services at Conestoga College allows students to complete this program in 1 Year.
- Students are required to successfully complete two language electives (in one language) in order to graduate.
- Completion of this accelerated two-semester program will allow students to obtain an Ontario College Graduate Certificate in the field of financial planning.
- The main concepts covered under the program are:
- Client Communication
- Canadian Securities
- Insurance Fundamentals
- Financial Planning Essentials
- Entrepreneurship for Financial Planners
- The program will provide students with all of the educational requirements to challenge the Financial Planning Standards Council Level 1 and Level 2 Examinations (for CFP Professionals) and optional licensing opportunities with industry regulators such as the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada, the Mutual Fund Dealer Association (MFDA) and the Financial Services Commission of Ontario (FSCO) for insurance licensing purposes.
- The student to teacher ratio is 20:1 which helps increase in interaction between professors and students.
- On average, 82% of students from the last three years found employment within six months of graduation.
- After completing this course, students have career opportunities as
- Insurance Companies
- Wealth Management
- Self-employment
- Tax consultancy, etc with an average salary of 46,475 USD per year.
Conestoga College, Kitchener, Ontario - Courses & Fees
Kitchener, Ontario
College Public CollegeCA$17,910/Yr
CA$17,910 /Yr
Important Dates
Apply on or before this date in order to receive equal consideration for admission to programs starting the following fall. After this date, colleges consider applicants on a first-come, first-served basis until programs are full.
| Event | Start Date | End Date |
| Tuition Fee Deposit Deadline | - | Jun 1, 2023 |
| Application Open For Spring 2024 Intake | May 2, 2023 | - |
Fees & Funding
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 |
| Tuition Fees | CA$14935 |
| Other Fees | CA$2975 |
| Total Fees | CA$17910 |
Living Costs
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
| Housing | CA$4500 |
| Food | CA$2700 |
| Transportation | CA$720 |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- A two- or three-year diploma or a degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.
- OR a minimum of three to five (3 to 5) years of related full-time formal work experience.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Indian students need to maintain an overall average of 60% in each year.
- The minimum GPA required is 3.0/4.0 or students must have B grade in their degree.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide. To know more about the requirem….Read More
Scores Required
Required Document List
Followings are the required document:
- Official Transcripts: Students must be required to submit a copy of their original transcripts.
- Letter of Recommendation: Students need to submit two letters of recommendation.
- ELP Scores: Students need to submit proof of English proficiency from the school or testing authority.
- Statement of purpose: Explain the reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Financial Documentation: Students must have proof that they have enough money to support themselves during their stay in Canada
- Resume: Resume outlining work/volunteer/internship experiences.
Career and Placement after Course
After completing this program students have job opportunities in:
- Insurance Companies
- Wealth Management
- Self-employment
- Tax consultancy
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