CHRISTOPHER READ
Financial Adviser · Melbourne, VIC
📚 Qualifications & Training
2001 - Bachelors of Commerce - Bachelor Degree (AQF 7) - Deakin University
2014 - Certified Practicing Accountant - Professional Designations - CPA Australia
2015 - Diploma of Superannuation - Diploma (AQF 5) - The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia Limited
2018 - Diploma of Financial Planning - Diploma (AQF 5) - Kaplan Professional
2020 - Certified Financial Planner - Professional Designations - Financial Planning Association of Australia
2023 - FPC002B Ethics and Professionalism in Financial Advice - Bridging Course - Ethics - Kaplan Professional
🏢 Professional Memberships
CPA Australia (CPA)
Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA)
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.