Financial Services – Residential Property Lending (Level 5)*

New Zealand Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) – Residential Strand
20 weeks (full-time) / 40 weeks (part-time) Study onlinePart-time option

In this comprehensive course, you will learn the essential skills and tools needed to succeed in the financial services industry.

You will be guided through key legislation ensuring the work you do with your clients is professional and ethical.

With training in business, marketing and sales, you will be equipped to start your own business as a financial advisor, learning how to promote and sell your services to acquire and retain new clients.

Become confident working with others in the industry as you learn the roles and responsibilities of lenders, mortgage brokers, real estate agents and more. Gain hands-on training with tools used by the professionals, such as loan calculators. Learn how to analyse and identify the needs of your clients' applications and become their trusted source for advice in their property endeavors.

Fit study around your schedule with our flexible online platform. Learn industry insights, join our community of online learners and be guided to success with our industry experienced tutors.

Successful graduates of our Certificate in Financial Services (Level 5) – Residential Strand will benefit from enhanced employment opportunities in roles such as: 

  • Mortage Broker  

  • Technical Specialist  

  • Broker Support 

  • Business Development Manager  

 *Programme is subject to NZQA approval.

  • You will learn:

  • An understanding of the Financial Services Legislation

  • Quantitative analysis techniques when working with loan applications

  • Legal, ethical and professional obligations to your clients

  • How to promote and market your services by building your online presence

  • Essential sales skills to acquire new clients with lead generation and nurture techniques

  • Roles and responsibilities of lending organisations and participants

  • Confidence when working with changes in interest rates, risk tolerance and more

  • Proficiency with loan calculators and tools

Course start dates

Full-time Intakes

Online

Study from anywhere in NZ.

Feb 10, 2025
Jul 14, 2025

Part-time Intakes

Online

Study from anywhere in NZ.

Feb 10, 2025
Mar 10, 2025