Certificate

Canadian Securities Course (CSC)

Canadian Securities Institute (CSI)

A self-study course on Canadian markets, securities, financial statements and portfolio basics, often listed as an entry expectation for bank, wealth and investment roles.

Good for: I have a finance degree and 15 years of experience abroad. Where can I restart?

Where do I start? ↓

Checked October 23, 2026 How we check information

At a glance

Delivery: Online
Cost: About $998
Who can access it: No status requirement listed.
Intake: Ongoing enquiries or individual applications

Since January 1, 2026, CSI states the CSC is no longer acceptable for CIRO approval with an investment dealer; licensing now runs through CIRO's own proficiency exams.

01 / Start here

Your first steps

Check two or three target job postings to confirm they ask for the CSC.
Choose an enrolment package on the CSI CSC page.

Self-paced enrolment; no cohort.

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02 / Check the fit

Requirements and limits

No formal prerequisite listed.
Purchase an enrolment package, complete the course and pass the CSC exams.

No status requirement listed.

Important limits and details to confirm

Since January 1, 2026, CSI states the CSC is no longer acceptable for CIRO approval with an investment dealer; licensing now runs through CIRO's own proficiency exams.
The CSC is still widely listed by employers, but it is not a licence by itself.

Location

Canada-wide; online.

03 / Understand the commitment

Costs and possible funding

Packages listed at $998 (online with PDF/eBook), $1,098 (with hard-copy textbook) and $1,398 (value pack with study tools). Taxes and shipping extra.

No specific funding verified. Some employers reimburse after hiring.

04 / Check with the provider

Sources and where to get help

Use the provider’s official starting page to ask about your situation. Published information was checked on October 23, 2026; the provider must confirm current availability and personal eligibility.