Do more than pass. Excel and grow your career now.

CIRO has moved away from mandatory courses for securities licencing to an exam only model.

But just passing your securities license exams isn’t enough, and how aspiring investment associates and advisors prepared for exams in the past just won’t cut it anymore. Employers want associates and advisors who have the knowledge and the skills to elevate customer service, advice, and the financial well-being of their clients.

So, whether you’re currently moving up the ladder at a financial institution or a university student looking to make the leap into financial services, the FP Canada Institute has the study tools to help you take this next step in your career.

Prepare for your CIRO exams with an education leader

That’s where we come in. Start with the FP Canada Knowledge Check where you can test your current knowledge and receive a personalized, visual study plan.

Our CIRE and RSE materials aren’t boring textbooks; they’re complete courses with real-world examples, interactive content, and case studies that actually make sense. You’ll learn the material in a way that sticks because it’s practical and engaging. Everything’s available on our learning platform, so you can jump in whenever, wherever. Study on the couch, in the library, or on your commute!

Along with study materials, Practice Questions offer exam-style question sets so you can review key topics or creates virtual exam experience as you prepare for the exam.

Buy your study tools through our store

Everything you need to prepare for the exam is available in the CIRO Store.

Choose full study bundles developed for the CIRE, RSE or both, or select individual materials based on your needs.

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The FP Canada Institute’s securities licensing education and CIRO exam prep tools are translated and adapted into French by the Institute of Financial Planning, which delivers French-language offerings nationwide, as well as English-language offerings in Quebec.

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The FP Canada Institute difference

Our unique environment means a one-of-a-kind approach. What do we offer?

FP Canada Knowledge Check: this quick assessment reviews your knowledge and spots the gaps, recommending a learning path that’s designed just for you.

Take Everything with You: grab all your course materials, study guides, and resources to take with you on the go. Whether you’re on the subway, in a coffee shop, or at the office, you’ve got everything you need.

Practice Like it’s the Real Thing: our practice questions aren’t just random quizzes; they’re designed to match the actual exam. Same difficulty. Same weighting. Same style. Our massive question bank gives you tons of practice. Plus, you get detailed feedback that actually explains WHY you got something wrong and how to fix it. Walk into exam day feeling prepared, not panicked.

 

Who is FP Canada™?

Established in 1995, FP Canada is a national not-for-profit education, certification, and professional oversight organization working in the public interest. FP Canada is dedicated to championing better financial wellness for all Canadians by leading the advancement of professional financial planning in Canada.

The FP Canada Institute, a division of FP Canada, is dedicated to elevating the practice of financial planning through education and practice support.

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Visit the CIRO Store today and take the smart path to securities licensing education.

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