I am enrolled in the old CSC®, how is the new CSC® different?
The new CSC® differs in many ways. It introduces a comprehensive eLearning experience powered by leading-edge technology to support the learning journey. Find out more here.
Can I still enrol for the old CSC®?
Yes. You can enrol in the old CSC® until the new CSC® launches. Unless you have specific commitments that prevent you from waiting, we recommend enrolling for the new CSC® instead. If you enrol in the old CSC® now, you’ll still have the option to transition to the new CSC® later. Please note: (1) any active old CSC® enrolment will be automatically extended to October 31, 2027; and (2) if you later transition to the new CSC®, any exam bookings and attempts in the old CSC® – including a successful completion of Exam 1 – will be cancelled, and you’ll be subject to the new CSC®’s completion requirements.
When can I enrol for the new CSC®?
A special pre-purchase option, including an early-bird discount, will be available one month before the new CSC® launches. Note that course access will begin only once the program officially launches.
How much is the new CSC®?
The price for the new CSC® will be confirmed at program launch.
How much time will I have to complete the new CSC®?
You will have 12 months from your enrolment date to complete the new CSC®.
Is an extension possible for the new CSC®?
Yes. A 12 month extension is possible should you need more time. More information here.
What are the requirements to complete the new CSC®?
You must: (1) complete all the modules of CSC1 and pass the CSC1 proctored final exam and (2) complete all of the CSC2 modules.
I am enrolled in the old CSC®, is there a deadline to complete it?
When the new CSC® program launches, your active enrolment in the old CSC® will automatically be extended to October 31, 2027 – no further extensions will be available beyond that date. If you’re completing the old CSC® under CIRO’s transition rules for licensing, the deadline (including any remaining transition licensing requirements) is December 31, 2026, provided you enrolled before January 1, 2026.
I am enrolled in the old CSC®, what happens if I don’t complete it by the expiry date?
When the new CSC® program launches, no further extensions for the old CSC® will be available.
If I want to transfer from the old CSC® to the new CSC®, is there a deadline by which this needs to happen?
Yes. You can transfer at no cost any time before your old CSC® enrolment expires.
I completed/will complete the old CSC® but want to earn the new Certificate. Is this possible?
Yes. If you completed/will complete the old CSC®, you can purchase and complete just the CSC2 component which together will grant you the new Certificate.
I completed/am completing the old CSC®, is it still valid to earn the CIM® designation?
Yes. Should this change in the future, we’ ll communicate a transition plan well in advance.
I completed the old CSC®, is it still valid toward the mutual fund representative license (under MFDA rules)?
Yes.
I want to complete the new CSC®, is it on the pathway to earn CIM® desigantion?
Yes.
I want to complete the new CSC®, is it valid to earn the mutual fund representative license (under MFDA rules)?
Yes. The new CSC® delivers the same learning outcomes as the old CSC®, and more.
How will the old and new CSC® be differentiated on any CSI documentation?
The old CSC® will appear as the “Canadian Securities Course” while the new CSC® will appear as the “Canadian Securities Certificate”.
Will there be physical textbooks offered? If yes is it for both CSC1 & CSC2?
No. The new CSC® is a fully digital learning experience so physical textbooks won’t be available.
If I transfer to the new CSC®, is my course expiry date reset?
Yes. A new 12-month enrolment period begins as of your transfer date.
Will both languages launch at the same time for the new CSC®?
Yes. English and French will both be available at official launch.
Will there be a bundle offer as available with the old CSC®? E.g., Videos, E-tutorials
No. There’s no separate add-on bundle. Instead, practice exams, end-of-section quizzes, and in-course checkpoints (including videos) are built directly into the new CSC® to reinforce learning.
How many hours of study are required to complete the new CSC®?
The new CSC® program (i.e., the two components – CSC1 and CSC2) will require approximately 75-100 hours to complete. Actual time will vary based on your existing knowledge and experience.
What are the benefits of the new CSC® versus the old CSC®?
The new CSC® differs from the old CSC® in several ways. It introduces a comprehensive digital experience powered by leading-edge technology to support your learning journey.. The new CSC® is designed to deliver technical skills and practical role readiness in Canadian financial services industry and is comprised of two components: CSC1 and CSC2. CSC1 contains the core readiness component (specifically, the industry-, technical- and client-readiness knowledge areas); CSC2 contains the future-readiness component. More information here.
How long is the proctored final exam for the new CSC®?
The proctored final exam for the CSC1 component is 2 hours. There is no proctored final exam for the CSC2 component, rather the completion is assessed through the completion of practical skill evaluation exercises.