The introduction of financial education into schools and colleges has raised the suggestion a career path to financial advice is emerging, which could give the sector "new blood" and boost its image as a profession.
The latest development in financial education comes from the Institute of Financial Services (ifs), which announced on Monday it has been granted a UCAS tariff for its level three Diploma in Financial Studies (Dip FS). Together with the Certificate in Financial Studies (CeFS), the ifs says the Dip FS provides a two-year programme equivalent to a full A-level in terms of the volume of learning, academic standard and UCAS recognition. It states the CeFS and Dip FS “provide the essential life skills of financial literacy and are recognised entry-level qualifications for a career in the fin...
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