Advocis and Ashton College: Your Path to LLQP Success

Advocis LLQP: Advocis, The Financial Advisors Association of Canada, is a vital organization for financial professionals. As Ashton College's trusted partner in delivering the Life Licence Qualification Program (LLQP), Advocis plays a pivotal role in shaping and supporting the careers of financial advisors across the country.

Who Is Advocis?

Founded over a century ago, Advocis is Canada’s leading association for financial advisors and planners. It represents thousands of professionals dedicated to providing ethical, high-quality financial advice. Advocis offers its members resources for professional development, networking, and staying informed about industry trends and regulatory changes.

What Functions Does Advocis Perform?

Advocis is at the heart of the financial advisory profession, providing key services such as:

• Professional Development: Advocis offers continuous learning opportunities, certifications, and designations to enhance members' skills and credibility.
• Advocacy: Advocis works to represent the interests of financial advisors and their clients to regulators and policymakers.
• Ethical Standards: Advocis sets and maintains rigorous professional and ethical standards to ensure quality and trust in financial advice.
• Community and Networking: With chapters across Canada, Advocis fosters a sense of community, offering members networking and mentorship opportunities.

The LLQP: A Gateway to Financial Advising

The Life Licence Qualification Program (LLQP) is a nationally recognized certification for individuals looking to enter the life insurance and financial advising industry. Completing the LLQP is a mandatory step toward obtaining a life insurance licence, enabling professionals to sell life insurance, health insurance, and related products.

Key features of the LLQP include:

• Comprehensive Training: The curriculum covers life insurance fundamentals, accident and sickness insurance, ethics, and financial needs analysis.
• Licensing Exam Preparation: The course prepares students for the provincial licensing exams required to practice in the industry.
• Career Opportunities: The LLQP opens the door to roles in life insurance sales, financial advising, and other financial services sectors.

The Ashton College and Advocis Partnership

Ashton College and Advocis have teamed up to deliver the LLQP program. This partnership combines Ashton College’s expertise in education with Advocis’s industry leadership, ensuring students receive high-quality training aligned with current industry standards.

Through this collaboration, students not only prepare for their provincial licensing exams but also gain access to Advocis’s vast network and resources, giving them a strong start in their careers.

Why This Matters

The partnership between Ashton College and Advocis bridges education and professional practice, empowering students to achieve their career goals. Whether you’re starting out in the financial sector or looking to expand your qualifications, the LLQP program backed by Advocis provides the knowledge, skills, and connections you need to succeed.