Your first step to a career in the financial services industry!
Scottsdale Community College’s Financial Services programs prepare students to enter the financial services and securities industry and to take the Securities Industry Essentials® (SIE®) Exam. Whether you are brand new to the industry or already in the industry and looking to upskill, you will gain a strong foundation in fundamental concepts preparing you for success. SCC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Program Highlights

Program benefits include:
- Two program options: 4-credit hour Pre-licensure and 16-credit Certificate of Completion
- Complete classes in as little as 16 weeks

Prepare for a variety of financial services roles, including:
- Personal Banker
- Client Relationship Associate
- Financial Advisor in Training
- Financial Services Professional
- Relationship Specialist
- Participant Services Associate

Corporate Partners
SCC has established deep relationships with these prominent organizations – many offer guaranteed interviews upon successful completion.
- Bank of America/Merrill Wealth Management
- Charles Schwab
- CIM Group
- Nationwide
- Northern Trust
- Vanguard
- Wells Fargo
Career Outlook
Bureau of Labor Statistics Salary Projection
Entry-level finance jobs earn an average of $59,184 annually.
Robert Half Salary Projection
Robert Half Inc. projects entry-level annual salaries in finance to range from $56,375 to $74,525 in the Phoenix metro area.
Source: Robert Half
MCCCD Stat
The median annual salary for Financial and Investment Analysts in Maricopa County is $79,447.

Get started today!
- Step 1: Apply for admission to Scottsdale Community College
- Step 2: Register for classes through your Student Center
- Step 3: For more information, fill out the online form or contact Bill Wyngaard, Business Faculty. Email: william.wyngaard@scottsdalecc.
edu , Phone: (480) 425‑6912
Request Financial Services Information