Institutional Securities Exam (ISE) Course™
Tailored for individuals servicing institutional accounts, this course builds on the foundation of CIRE by emphasizing the unique products, market structures, and regulatory considerations in institutional markets. It prepares candidates to demonstrate competency in trading practices, risk management, and the distinct obligations when dealing with sophisticated clients.
Previously, individuals typically completed CSI’s Canadian Securities Course® (CSC®) and the Conduct and Practices Handbook® (CPH®) to qualify as an RR, with the Wealth Management Essentials® (WME®) required as a post-approval requirement within 30 months of approval to maintain the licence.
Supervisor Exam Course™
The CIRO Supervisor Exam is the required proficiency exam for individuals seeking approval in certain supervisory roles at an Investment Dealer. This course helps candidates prepare for the Supervisor Exam by focusing on the practical responsibilities of supervision, including CIRO’s regulatory framework, supervisory structure, account approvals, account activity reviews, conflicts of interest, complaint handling, advertising and sales communications, business location supervision, and the escalation of supervisory concerns. Previously, individuals pursuing certain supervisory approvals typically completed CSI’s Investment Dealer Supervisors Course (IDSC). Under CIRO’s new proficiency model, the Supervisor Exam has replaced the IDSC pathway for new supervisory approvals, subject to CIRO’s transition rules for eligible candidates who were already enrolled in prescribed CSI courses before January 1, 2026.
Derivatives Exam Course™ - CIRO
The CIRO Derivatives Exam is the required proficiency exam for individuals seeking approval to deal in derivatives under CIRO’s new proficiency model. This course prepares candidates to demonstrate their knowledge of derivatives products and markets, including options, futures, forwards and swaps, as well as derivative pricing, trading, clearing and settlement, margin requirements, hedging and investment strategies, and the regulatory requirements that apply when dealing with clients.
Previously, separate proficiency requirements applied depending on whether an individual dealt in options or futures, with candidates typically completing CSI courses such as the Derivatives Fundamentals and Options Licensing Course (DFOL®). Under CIRO’s new proficiency model, these have been replaced by a single derivatives product category and the new Derivatives Exam for candidates seeking approval to deal in derivatives.
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Programs Include*
Securities Foundations Video Series
An introductory video series designed to give students foundational knowledge before they begin reading the CIRO course manuals. The series runs approximately 80 minutes in total and is included in all CIRO programs offered by SeeWhy Learning.SeeWhy Course Manual
A comprehensive manual written in plain, easy-to-understand language. It follows the official exam syllabus closely, enriched with analogies, real-world examples, and SeeWhy’s proven memory aids to help students retain key concepts.Key Concept Flash Cards
The foundational flash cards allow you to cover a lot of ground quickly. It's like having a tutor ask you a question and then give you a short, easy-to-understand answer to confirm or correct your understanding.Exam Preparation Questions
An extensive question bank authored by expert trainers. Each question comes with a detailed explanation, allowing students to not only test their knowledge but also deepen their understanding of the reasoning behind the correct answers.Practice Question Take-Up Videos
Interactive video walkthroughs of selected practice questions. SeeWhy trainers break down the concepts, demonstrate effective exam strategies, and share tips for handling challenging questions, giving students the benefit of expert insight.Remote Proctored Certification Exam
A full-length simulated exam experience delivered through secure online proctoring. Students can practice under real exam conditions, receive instant results, and earn a SeeWhy completion certificate. Those who excel will also be awarded an Honours Crest in recognition of their outstanding performance.*The SWL DMTC is designed to support CIRO’s Dealer Member Training requirement and differs from SeeWhy Learning’s CIRO exam-prep programs. Because this requirement does not involve a separate industry exam, the standard program components listed above are not included.
