Openwork rolls out protection qualification for advisers

Standalone qualification for those looking to specialise

Jaskeet Briah
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Financial services network The Openwork Partnership has launched a professional protection qualification as part of the Openwork Business School’s curriculum for advisers.

The Level 4 qualification - the LIBF Award in Protection Advice – has been launched in conjunction with the Walbrook Institute London. This is a standalone qualification aimed at advisers looking to specialise in protection and receive external recognition for their expertise in this area of advice. Speaking to Professional Adviser's sister publication COVER, Openwork said the qualification is not mandatory; it is available to both new and existing advisers, aiming to support the development of their specialist knowledge and skills. Topics covered under the qualification include s...

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