Effective January 1, 2026, the proficiency rules applicable to Investment Dealer Approved Persons with CIRO have changed. This course is no longer acceptable for the purposes of CIRO approval with an Investment Dealer.
For more information, visit the CIRO Proficiency website.
Hours of study: 55 – 70 Hours
Enrolment Period: 1 Year
What is the FLC exam weighting?
| Exam Topics | Weightings |
|---|---|
| Regulation of Futures Trading in Canada | 10% |
| A Review of the Risks and Rewards of Futures and Futures Options Strategies | 10% |
| Opening and Maintaining Futures Accounts | 40% |
| The Role of Clearing Corporations and Exchanges in Futures and Futures Options Trading | 14% |
| Contracts for Differences (CFDs) | 6% |
| Fundamental and Technical Analysis of Futures Markets | 20% |
What is the FLC exam structure?
| Structure | Information |
|---|---|
| Exams | 1 |
| Exam Format | Proctored (remote or in-person at a test centre) |
| Exam Duration | 1.5 Hours |
| Question Format | Multiple-choice |
| Questions Per Exam | 50 |
| Attempts Allowed Per Exam | 3 |
| Passing Grade | 60% |
| Assignments | None |
What Continuing Education (CE) credits will you earn?
| Accreditation | Credits |
|---|---|
| CIWM Professional development | 10 |
| PFP Professional development | 20 |
| CIM Professional development | 20 |
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While CSI makes every effort to ensure that the information is up-to-date, we are unfortunately unable to fully guarantee its accuracy. The information listed in the chart may be subject to change.