Solomon Exam Prep Launches Investment Adviser Representative CE

Solomon’s NASAA-approved IAR CE courses are now available for investment adviser representatives who must complete the new CE requirement for 2022. Continue reading

Solomon Exam Prep is excited to announce the launch of its Investment Adviser Representative Continuing Education (IAR CE). All Solomon IAR CE courses are approved by the North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) and earn credit to fulfill the new, annual CE requirement for IARs (Investment Adviser Representatives).

About Solomon IAR CE

As a leader in securities exam prep, including the NASAA Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66, Solomon brings the same level of expertise to creating high quality IAR CE content. Course content is delivered in self-paced online modules accessible on any web-enabled device, so you can study when and where you like. Short, engaging modules use a read-and-quiz format that results in higher retention for better learning. Plus, the user-friendly platform allows you to easily jump into the course and start learning.  
 
Solomon’s on-demand courses can be purchased individually, or through a membership to the entire course library to complete all your IAR CE in one place. The Solomon IAR CE platform helps guide course selection for you so that you know you are taking the right number of credits in the required course categories.  
 
Curious about Solomon’s IAR CE courses? Explore the Solomon IAR CE course library.

Solomon investment adviser representative CE course platform
Solomon IAR CE course platform

IAR CE FAQs (frequently asked questions)

Solomon has compiled some of the most common frequently asked questions about the new IAR CE requirement and how Solomon IAR CE works: 

Why is there a new CE requirement for IARs? 

CE courses are designed to keep a financial professional up to date on industry developments, current regulations, and ethical standards. NASAA received support from state regulators and the securities industry for the creation of a CE program to ensure that IARs, like broker-dealer agents, insurance agents, certified financial planners, and real estate agents, maintain or expand their level of knowledge and competence throughout their careers. 

Who must complete IAR CE? 

Every investment adviser representative (IAR) registered in a jurisdiction that adopts the NASAA model rule is subject to the CE requirement. The requirement applies to all registered IARs of both state-registered and federal-covered investment advisers. IARs must meet the CE requirements of any state in which the IAR is registered. 

When do IARs need to start complying with the CE program? 

Compliance starts in the 2022 calendar year in states that have adopted the model rule with an effective date of January 1, 2022. To view the states that adopted the new CE requirement, see the NASAA website or the Solomon IAR CE webpage. CE credits must be reported by the end of each calendar year. Newly registered IARs must meet the annual IAR CE requirement by the end of the first full calendar year following the year in which they first become registered. 

How many courses do I have to take? 

You have to complete 12 credits of CE coursework per year. Six of the 12 credits must be in the Products and Practices category. The other six credits must be in the Ethics and Professional Responsibility category, at least three of which must specifically be about ethics. The category that each course belongs to is indicated in the Solomon IAR CE course library. All Solomon courses are at least one credit. 

Where can I take NASAA-approved courses? 

NASAA has approved several vendors to provide IAR CE courses, including Solomon Exam Prep. All of the courses in the Solomon IAR CE library have passed an approval process with NASAA and Prometric, the course management vendor. 

How are the courses delivered? 

Solomon Exam Prep’s IAR CE courses are delivered online and are self-paced, so students can study when and where they like. 

Do I have to pass an assessment to complete a course? 

Yes, every course has an assessment that is at least 10 questions in length. In Solomon IAR CE courses, the assessment is broken up into shorter assessments that appear throughout the course, instead of a single assessment at the end of the course. You must pass assessments with a score of 100%, and you have an unlimited number of attempts. You may also be asked to complete a satisfaction survey as part of the course activities.

If I earn more than 12 IAR CE credits in a calendar year, can I carry over extra credits to the next year? 

No, credits earned beyond the 12 required credits do not carry over into a subsequent year. 

What happens if I do not complete the IAR CE requirement by the end of the calendar year? 

You will be required to pay the registration renewal fee, and CRD will set your IAR CE status to “CE Inactive.” This status will appear in the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure (IADP) and in BrokerCheck. You can continue to do business; however, if IAR CE is not completed by the end of the subsequent year, you will not be able to renew your registration. An IAR that is CE Inactive will hold that status in all states where the CE rule is effective following adoption of the model. If a state has not yet adopted the CE model rule, the CE program will have no impact on the registration status of the IARs registered with that state – the current registration practices will remain the same. 

Do I need to make up missed CE credits? 

Yes. If you complete courses in the current year, those credits will first apply to the previous year if you hadn’t completed 12 credits in the previous year. Once the missing credits for the previous year have been completed, then additional courses taken in the current year will apply to the current year’s requirement. Remember that any excess credits completed in a year will not carry forward to the next year. 

Who reports course completion? 

The course provider (i.e. Solomon Exam Prep) reports course completion to FINRA, NASAA’s vendor for program tracking. IARs should still keep a record of their completed courses for their own records. Solomon Exam Prep will distribute a course completion notice, once credits are reported, for this reason. 

Is there a reporting fee? 

Yes, the reporting fee, also known as the roster fee, is $3 per credit hour. For Solomon IAR CE courses, the reporting fee is included in the cost of the course or membership. Solomon submits the reporting fee and course completion information to FINRA, the manager of NASAA’s CE reporting database. 

How do I make sure my completion of the annual IAR CE requirement is shown in FINRA’s CE reporting database? 

The course provider (i.e. Solomon Exam Prep) is responsible for reporting successful completion information to both the IAR and to FINRA. To do this, Solomon must collect the IAR’s CRD number, and first and last names. The IAR is responsible for communicating this information to Solomon when prompted. The IAR is also responsible for ensuring they receive documentation of courses completed and keeping track of the number of CE credits awarded for each course. 
 
For more information about IAR Continuing Education, visit the NASAA FAQs page.

Disclaimer: NASAA does not endorse any particular provider of CE courses. The content of the course and any views expressed are our own and do not necessarily reflect the views of NASAA or any of its member jurisdictions.

Pepperdine University Partners with Solomon on SIE Prep Course

Solomon Exam Prep’s Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam prep materials will be used by students at Pepperdine University this Spring 2022 term. Continue reading

Solomon Exam Prep is thrilled to announce that Pepperdine University in Malibu, California, will be using the Solomon SIE curriculum for a course in the spring 2022 term. This marks the second time Pepperdine has used Solomon SIE materials in one of their courses in the Graziadio Business School, which offers full-time, part-time, and executive MBA programs, as well as doctorate, master’s, bachelor’s, joint degrees, and professional development certificate courses. 

The seven-week, in-person class, Contemporary Issues in Business and Management, will be taught by Professor Chris Manfrè, MBA, PhD, and will give students the chance to explore current topics in business and management. Students will be using the Solomon SIE Total Package as their main course material, which includes the digital Study Guide, Exam Simulator, Audiobook, Video Lecture, and Flashcards. The course will help prepare students to take the FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam.

Bring the SIE To Your Campus

Solomon Exam Prep can tailor its SIE curriculum to fit any course, including credit and non-credit courses, as part of a current course such as Finance or Capital Markets, or as a self-study program. The Solomon platform works equally well for in-person, hybrid, and online courses. And no matter what kind of course it is, instructors receive access to the Instructor Portal, class slides, quizzes and exams, a custom study schedule, and QwizBang, Solomon’s interactive game platform.

Solomon Exam Prep partners with dozens of colleges and universities to bring the Solomon SIE exam prep program to students across the country. Join institutions such as Pepperdine University, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, University of Delaware, Adelphi University, University of Nebraska-Omaha, Seton Hall University, Ohio Dominican University, Georgetown University, Widener University, and University of Dallas in partnering with Solomon.

To learn more about the ways colleges and universities can partner with Solomon, visit the website or contact Beth Hamilton, Higher Education Development Manager, at beth@solomonexamprep.com or 503-601-0212.

Solomon Exam Prep has helped tens of thousands pass their FINRA, NASAA, MSRB, and NFA licensing exams including the SIE, Series 3, 6, 7, 14, 22, 24, 26, 27, 28, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 63, 65, 66, 79, 82, and 99.

Francis Marion University Students Studying for the SIE Exam with Solomon

Solomon Exam Prep’s newest partnership will bring its Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam curriculum to a self-study cohort. Continue reading

Solomon Exam Prep is pleased to announce that students at Francis Marion University in Florence, South Carolina, will shortly begin studying for the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam. Instructor Jan Serrano, PhD., Associate Professor of Finance, will lead the group of students in a self-study course using Solomon’s SIE Total Study Package, providing them with the widest variety of study tools to help them pass the SIE.

Bring the SIE To Your Campus

Interested in how you could incorporate Solomon Exam Prep’s study materials into a course at your college or university? Solomon’s flexible SIE curriculum can be tailored to meet the needs of a variety of classes. Students receive Solomon’s industry-leading online study materials at a discounted educational rate, and instructors benefit from high-touch support and access to the Instructor Portal with its innovative classroom tools and reporting features. And Solomon’s SIE curriculum is perfect for both in-person and online courses.

Solomon Exam Prep partners with dozens of colleges and universities to bring the Solomon SIE exam prep program to students across the country. Join institutions such as the University of Nebraska-Omaha, University of Delaware, Adelphi University, Seton Hall University, Ohio Dominican University, Georgetown University, Widener University, and University of Dallas in partnering with Solomon.

To learn more about the ways colleges and universities can partner with Solomon, visit the website or contact Beth Hamilton, Higher Education Development Manager, at beth@solomonexamprep.com or 503-601-0212.

University of Nebraska-Omaha Students Studying for the SIE Exam with Solomon

Solomon Exam Prep’s SIE study materials are helping students at UNO learn about financial markets and prepare to take the SIE exam. Continue reading

Solomon Exam Prep is proud that our long-standing partnership with the University of Nebraska Omaha’s College of Business Administration continues be a success. Since 2018, instructor Ray LeBlanc has been using Solomon’s Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) curriculum in UNO’s Financial Markets course, which is a core course in the banking and financial markets program. In the fall 2021 semester, there are 64 students in two class sections studying with Solomon SIE exam prep.

Ray LeBlanc had this midterm update to share:

“UNO’s experience with Solomon Exam Prep continues to be extraordinary. We have expanded our course catalog to include a completely online offering this fall. Both the face-to-face and online students appreciate Solomon’s clear, concise content which provides the perfect foundation for our Financial Markets class. Best of all, students who aspire to enter the finance services industry are sufficiently prepared to launch their career by passing the SIE Exam before they even interview for a job. We look forward to continuing our partnership for years to come.”

Ray LeBlanc, University of Nebraska-Omaha

Why should students take the SIE exam?

The SIE exam is FINRA’s way of introducing a new generation to the securities industry. Passing the SIE proves that an individual knows and understands the basics of the world of stocks, bonds, mutual funds and ETFs. It’s also the requirement for anyone who will want to become registered, so it’s quickly becoming the industry standard to take the exam before applying for jobs. Having the SIE on a resume can increase a student’s chance of landing a desirable internship or first job after graduation. 
 
Passing the SIE shows potential employers that students:

    • Are serious about a career in the financial services industry
    • Have completed a co-requisite for a relevant Series exams
    • Have mastered the basics of the securities industry

The only requirement to take the SIE is that the candidate is over 18 years old. Results are valid for four years so students can take the exam well before graduation.

Solomon Exam Prep partners with dozens of colleges and universities to bring the Solomon SIE exam prep program to students across the country. Join institutions such as the University of Nebraska-Omaha, University of Delaware, Adelphi University, Seton Hall University, Ohio Dominican University, Georgetown University, Widener University, and University of Dallas in partnering with Solomon.

To learn more about the ways colleges and universities can partner with Solomon, visit the website or contact Beth Hamilton, Higher Education Development Manager, at beth@solomonexamprep.com or 503-601-0212.

University of North Carolina at Pembroke Finance Students Studying for the SIE Exam with Solomon

Students at UNC Pembroke are preparing for the FINRA SIE exam this fall semester with Solomon Exam Prep’s SIE study materials. Continue reading

In a previous blog post, Solomon Exam Prep announced a new partnership with the University of North Carolina at Pembroke’s School of Business. Fall 2021 marks the first term that UNC Pembroke is using Solomon Exam Prep’s SIE curriculum in one of its courses. For the past seven weeks, students have been studying online with the Solomon SIE Total Package, which includes the Study Guide, Exam Simulator, Audiobook, Video Lecture, and Flashcards.

The new 14-week course, Financial Trading, is being taught by Mohammad Rahman, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Finance, who reports:

“University of North Carolina at Pembroke school of Business started offering a new minor in ‘Trading’. As part of that, FIN 3300 (Financial Trading) has been offered in Fall 2021 for the first time. I am using Solomon SIE exam prep tools for the class. The students are tremendously benefitting from using all the tools starting with study guide, exam simulation and other resources. I hope this will allow our students to get the SIE certification and make a positive difference in their life.”

Mohammad Rahman, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Finance

Solomon Exam Prep can tailor its SIE curriculum to fit any course, including credit and non-credit courses, as part of a current course such as Finance or Capital Markets, or as a self-study program. The Solomon platform works equally well for in-person, hybrid, and online courses. And no matter what kind of course it is, instructors receive access to the Instructor Portal, class slides, quizzes and exams, a custom study schedule, and QwizBang, Solomon’s interactive game platform.

Join institutions such as the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, University of Delaware, Adelphi University, University of Nebraska-Omaha, Seton Hall University, Ohio Dominican University, Georgetown University, Widener University, and University of Dallas in partnering with Solomon.

To learn more about the ways colleges and universities can partner with Solomon, visit the website or contact Beth Hamilton, Higher Education Development Manager, at beth@solomonexamprep.com or 503-601-0212.

University of the Incarnate Word In San Antonio Partners with Solomon on Capital Markets Course

Solomon Exam Prep’s SIE exam study course is being used by students at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas this Fall 2021 term. Continue reading

Solomon Exam Prep is pleased to report that the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas is partnering with Solomon this Fall 2021 term. Solomon SIE study materials are being used by 17 students in the FIN 3325 Money and Capital Markets course. Alicia Rubio, Ph.D., Professor of Finance and BBA Director at the H-E-B School of Business and Administration, had this to say about students’ experience preparing for the SIE so far:

“Finance students at the University of the Incarnate Word are preparing for the SIE with Solomon Exam Prep. Our students love the unlimited sub-chapter quizzes as they really help them to master the material. Although the SIE exam is information overload, Solomon does a great job at making it manageable to digest. We look forward to the end of the semester to see how many students attempt and pass the SIE exam.”

Alicia Rubio, Ph.D., Professor of Finance & BBA Director

The Money and Capital Markets course is required for students pursuing a BBA in Finance with a Financial Planning specialization. This path prepares students for careers in risk management, insurance, estate planning, investment planning, and other areas of finance. The Financial Planning career path is recognized by the Certified Financial Planner (CFP)® Board as a registered program.

Bring the SIE to Your Campus

Solomon Exam Prep partners with dozens of colleges and universities to bring the Solomon SIE exam prep program to students across the country. Join institutions such as the University of the Incarnate Word, University of Delaware, Adelphi University, University of Nebraska-Omaha, Seton Hall University, Ohio Dominican University, Georgetown University, Widener University, and University of Dallas in partnering with Solomon.

To learn more about the ways colleges and universities can partner with Solomon, visit the website or contact Beth Hamilton, Higher Education Development Manager, at beth@solomonexamprep.com or 503-601-0212.

University of North Carolina Pembroke partners with Solomon on Financial Trading course

Solomon Exam Prep’s latest partnership will bring its Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam curriculum to a new UNC Pembroke course. Continue reading

Solomon Exam Prep is thrilled to announce its newest university partnership, with the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Mohammad Rahman, Ph.D., Associate Professor in the School of Business, will be using Solomon Exam Prep’s Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) curriculum for a new finance course called Financial Trading. The online elective is running this Fall 2021 semester and will give students the opportunity to dive into the world of investing, plus help prepare them to take the SIE exam.

In the course, students will learn about trading environments, processes, and strategies. Topics covered include order types, trading terminology, hedging strategies, trading costs, market structure, and regulatory environments. Market simulations will be used to aid students’ understanding of executing trades, the application of trading strategies, and tracking performance metrics.

Bring the SIE to Your Campus

Interested in how you could incorporate Solomon Exam Prep’s study materials into a course at your college or university? Solomon’s flexible SIE curriculum can be tailored to meet the needs of a variety of classes. Students receive Solomon’s industry-leading online study materials at a discounted educational rate, and instructors benefit from high-touch support and access to the Instructor Portal with its innovative classroom tools and reporting features. And Solomon’s SIE curriculum is perfect for both in-person and online courses.

I just want to thank Solomon Exam Prep for a great semester! We taught this curriculum at Widener University for the first time. The Solomon team was great to work with! Always available, very responsive and eager to help. The online offering is very comprehensive and we didn’t miss a beat when we switched to remote learning. The QwizBang game was a big hit with the students (although more fun when we were all in the same room.) I can’t thank them enough for all that they have done.

Maggie Creed, Widener University, Chester, PA

Join institutions such as the University of Delaware, Adelphi University, University of Nebraska-Omaha, Seton Hall University, Ohio Dominican University, Georgetown University, Widener University, and University of Dallas in partnering with Solomon.

To learn more about the ways colleges and universities can partner with Solomon, visit the website or contact Beth Hamilton, Higher Education Development Manager, at beth@solomonexamprep.com or 503-601-0212.

Solomon Partners with Colleges & Universities to Bring SIE Exam Prep to Students

Oregon Business Monthly highlights Solomon’s work bringing SIE exam prep to college students through our many partnerships with higher education institutions across the country. Continue reading

Solomon Exam Prep is ‘the ticket’ into the securities industry, according to Oregon Business Magazine

Read the story about Solomon Exam Prep published in the July/August 2021 issue of Oregon Business Magazine: “Securities industry exams: Passing offers high rewards.

Oregon Business Monthly highlights Solomon’s work bringing SIE exam prep to college students through our many partnerships with higher education institutions across the country. If you’d like to read more about the importance of passing the SIE and Solomon’s role in helping students enter the securities industry, view the article by clicking the link below or hit the download button to get a pdf version.

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Leading from the Start

Solomon Exam Prep has been a leader in SIE exam prep since the beginning. When the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam was launched by FINRA on October 1, 2018, Solomon Exam Prep was prepared – Solomon had been busy developing its SIE study materials and had released the SIE Study Guide and Exam Simulator in September 2017. Since then, Solomon has continuously worked to develop industry-leading study support for the SIE, adding the Video Lecture, Audiobook, and Flashcards to its suite of materials, as well as offering monthly SIE live web classes.

Resources for Colleges and Universities Available

Developed by professors with real world experience in the classroom, Solomon’s SIE course features individualized student and instructor support, and high pass rates.

Institutions such as the University of Delaware, Adelphi University, University of Nebraska-Omaha, Seton Hall University, Ohio Dominican University, Georgetown University, Widener University, and University of Dallas have already discovered the benefits of partnering with Solomon.

“Offering the Securities Industries Essential (SIE) Exam Prep Class is a game changer. Students are more engaged and are excited about the potential for future employment opportunities that successfully passing the SIE exam will provide.”
Larry L. Day
Instructor of Finance, Jackson State University

Solomon can tailor its SIE curriculum to fit any course. Most colleges and universities choose to incorporate Solomon in the following ways:

Credit Course
Solomon provides all necessary materials required to offer a course for a quarter, trimester or semester

Non-Credit Course
Complete lesson plans offered as a mini-course between terms and structured for allotted time

As Part of a Current Course
Lesson plans offered as a sub-section of an existing class, such as a Finance or Capital Markets Course

Student Self-Study Program
Includes customized informational materials for a specific program and a dedicated partner page where students sign up to receive a significant discount on SIE materials

Solomon Exam Prep has helped tens of thousands of students and financial professionals pass their securities licensing exams, including the SIE, Series 3, 6, 7, 14, 22, 24, 26, 27, 28, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 63, 65, 66, 79, 82, and 99.

Curious about the Solomon Learning System? Watch the video overview!

Watch the latest Solomon Exam Prep video for a complete look at the Solomon learning system and what it offers students and firms. Continue reading

Solomon Exam Prep has helped thousands of financial professionals pass their FINRA, NASAA, MSRB, and NFA licensing exams. Watch the video for a complete look at the Solomon learning system and what it offers students and firms.

To explore Solomon Exam Prep study materials for 21 different securities licensing exams, including the SIE and the Series 3, 6, 7, 14, 22, 24, 26, 27, 28, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 63, 65, 66, 79, 82, and 99, visit the Solomon website.

Portland, OR – Live, Series 6 & 63 Classes this March

Solomon Exam Prep will be holding a crash course for the Series 6 & Series 63 exams this March in beautiful Portland, OR. The classes will cover the major topics that will be encountered on these exams. Enroll now and reserve your spot! Continue reading

Looking for live Series 6 and Series 63 classes? Look no further!

Solomon Exam Prep will be holding a crash course for the Series 6 & Series 63 exams this March in beautiful Portland, OR. The classes will cover the major topics that will be encountered on these exams. Enroll now and reserve your spot!

The Live Class Package for the Series 6 & 63 also includes access to our digital Exam Study Guides and Online Exam Simulators. Class dates and times are as follows:

Live ClassSeries 6

Tuesday, March 1: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Wednesday, March 2: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Series 63

Thursday, March 3: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

 

Classes will be held across the street from Solomon Exam Prep at the George Fox Portland Center: 12753 SW 68th Ave, Portland, OR 97223.