ANDREW SCOTT TOWNSEND
Financial Adviser · Sydney, NSW
📚 Qualifications & Training
1989 - Bachelor of Surveying - Bachelor Degree (AQF 7) - South Australian Institute of Technology
2001 - Graduate Diploma of Financial Planing - Graduate Diploma (AQF 8) - Securities Institute
2002 - Approved Gearing Status Accreditation (FPA Accredited) - Other - Financial Wisdom
2011 - Provide Advice in Margin Lending - Other - Advice Education
2012 - Cavendish & ICFS Specialist SMSF Course - Other - The University of Adelaide
2021 - Ethics and Professionalism in Financial Advice - Bridging Course - Ethics - Kaplan Professional
🏢 Professional Memberships
Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA)
ℹ️ What is a Financial Adviser?
A registered Financial Adviser is authorised under an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) to provide personal advice on investments, superannuation, life insurance, and other financial products to retail clients.
Financial advisers must meet strict education, training, and ethical standards set by ASIC. This includes holding relevant qualifications, meeting ongoing professional development requirements, and maintaining appropriate professional indemnity insurance.
Data source: ASIC Financial Advisers Register via data.gov.au, updated weekly.