Financial Services

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

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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
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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
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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

Fall 2025 Semester Courses for Pre-licensure

Contact us for the complete list of Financial Services course offerings.

Live Online Instruction

Investments I (GBS261)
3 credits, #11886, starts Aug. 25

SIE Exam Prep (GBS261LL)
1 credit, #11887, starts Oct. 27

Career Outlook

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

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Get started today!

  1. Step 1: Apply for admission to Scottsdale Community College
  2. Step 2: Register for classes through your Student Center
  3. 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

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