DAMIEN BARKER
Financial Adviser ยท Northbridge, NSW
๐ Qualifications & Training
1995 - Bachelor of Medical Science - Bachelor Honours Degree (AQF 8) - University of Sydney
1999 - Doctor of Philosophy - Doctoral Degree (AQF 10) - University of Sydney
2002 - 8 Unit Diploma of Financial Planning - Advanced Diploma (AQF 6) - Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA)
2004 - CFP Certification 1-4 Program - Professional Designations - Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA)
2010 - Margin Lending - Other - MLC
2020 - FPC002B Ethics and Professionalism in Financial Advice - Bridging Course - Ethics - Kaplan Higher Education
2022 - FPC001B Economic and Legal Context for Financial Planning - Bridging Course - Regulation & Legal Obligations - Kaplan Higher Education
๐ข Professional Memberships
Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA)
โน๏ธ 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.