Canadian Deposits Self-Study Course (CDC)
This course provides formal, standardized training to deposit brokers and financial professionals operating in the deposit-based and fixed income market. The program is designed to ensure individuals have solid industry knowledge with an excellent understanding of their ethical and professional responsibilities, and focuses on the Canadian Deposit Broker Industry. The course also offers a broader examination of industry-related issues such as estate planning and tax issues, as well as an introduction to the wide range of related financial products available in the market. This course is offered by the Registered Deposit Brokers Association (RDBA). Upon successful completion of the course, students will have a comprehensive knowledge of the industry and a certificate that is eligible for continuing education credits.
Tools and Pricing
| Standard Course Price | $350 |
| RDBA Members Course Price | $250 |
| Printed Textbook | $70 |
Contact the RDBA for membership information.
Course Information
COURSE DETAILS
| Delivery | Online |
| Language | English |
| Suggested study time | 60 hours |
| Enrolment period | 1 year |
| Practice exam | Not applicable |
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WHO SHOULD ENROL
- Deposit Brokers
EXAM DETAILS
| Format | Online unproctored exam |
| Time permitted | 90 minutes |
| Question format | Multiple choice |
| Passing grade | 75% |
| Attempts allowed | 3 |
Note: Your first exam attempt (exceptions may apply) is included in the price of the course enrolment. Additional fees apply for subsequent exam attempts.
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WHAT WILL I LEARN
- Consumer Insurance Protection
- Products and Investment Strategies
- Registered Investment Plans
- Estate and Tax Basics
- Managing an Effective Brokerage
FAQs
How do I register for a course?Follow these instructions.
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For new students choose "Become a Student" and supply all mandatory information in the following screens. - If you have a contract code and password, enter it where required and click "Yes". If you do not have a contract code, click "No".
- Choose the course you want to enrol in. Click “Next”.
- If optional products are available for purchase, they will appear for you to choose. Click “Next”.
- Complete your profile information as indicated on the screen. Take care in completing your mailing and shipping address to ensure that any materials that you have ordered will be delivered promptly and correctly. Click the "Save" button to proceed to the shopping cart.
- Verify your shopping cart information and click on "Process Payment".
- Review the Terms and Conditions completely. To accept the Terms and Conditions, check the box and click "Yes". If you do not want to accept the Terms and Conditions, click "No". Your course enrolment will be cancelled.
- Provide your credit card information and click on "Pay Now". Please do not touch the screen until your payment has been processed. A copy of the receipt will appear and can be printed for your records. The receipt will also be stored in your student record for future reference.
How do I get my exam results?Exam results for Computer-based Test Centre Proctored and Computer-based Online Proctored exams are available online within 2 business days following the exam if you have no outstanding fees.
Exam results for Online Unproctored exams are available immediately upon submission.
Exam results for Paper-based Proctored exams are available online within 3 to 5 business days if you have no outstanding fees.
When your grade has been released, you can access your exam results by logging into your IFSE account. Once you have logged in:
- Choose “My IFSE”
- Choose “Courses”
- Choose “Show me my Marks for this Course” (this link only appears when your results are available).
What are printed text materials or textbooks?Printed text materials or textbooks are hardcopy versions of the online course material. They are optional to purchase and take between five to seven business days to be delivered. They do not include any interactive components (i.e., exercises, quizzes, case study and practice exam) from the online course. Instead, you are instructed to go online to complete those elements. This product is not refundable.
Do I need to register for an online unproctored exam?No, an online unproctored exam is an exam that is taken via www.ifse.ca. The exam is available 24/7 and may be completed from any location where there is internet access. You receive your grade immediately upon submission.
How do I take an online unproctored exam?You can access your online unproctored exam by logging into your IFSE account. Once you have logged in:
- Choose "Launch this Course".
- Once you launch the course, you can access your Examination or Assessment.
What is the cost to rewrite an online unproctored exam?There is no cost to re-write an online unproctored exam with the exception of the Labour Sponsored Investment Funds Course (LSIF), Canadian Deposits Self-Study Course offered by the Registered Deposit Brokers Association (RDBA) and the 90 Day Training Course (3 attempts allowed for each of the 9 case study exams). Click here to view the cost to re-write the online exam for these courses. You must contact us to pay the re-write fee. Once the re-write fee is paid, IFSE will reset your exam.
What happens if my computer crashes during an online unproctored exam?IFSE Institute cannot be held responsible for technical problems that you experience with your equipment or internet service. You can check out the user requirements here.
I recently completed the Canadian Deposit Self-Study course. Do I receive a certificate?Non-member students enrolled in the Canadian Deposit Self-Study course, offered by the Registered Deposit Brokers Association (RDBA), will receive a certificate of achievement upon successful completion of the course and a letter of confirmation to apply for CE credits. Current members of the RDBA will receive their appropriate designation and a letter of confirmation to apply for CE credits. All course completion documents are issued by RDBA.
