The Diploma in Financial Planning replaced the AFPC during 2006. There is some degree of interaction between the two and it is best to consult the Chartered Insurance Institute for full details. The modules currently available for study are:

• J01 Personal Taxation
• J02 Trusts
• J03 Tax and Legal Aspects of Business
• J04 Pension Funding Options
• J05 Pension Income Options
• J06 Investment Principles, Markets and Environment
• J07 Supervision In A Regulated Environment

Each module is examined by way of a two hour examination which will comprise 15 short answer questions. Once successfully completed each module will be worth 20 credits towards your learning account with the CII.  To achieve diploma status you must gain 140 credits of which 80 must be from the above modules.

For more information you should visit the CII website at www.cii.co.uk

Once you become a learning partner you will have access via your chosen subject to benchmark tests and QWEAKs.

Of course e mail and telephone support is standard at this level.