SIMON CHRISTOPHER DOWD
Financial Adviser · Norwest, NSW
📚 Qualifications & Training
2003 - Diploma of Financial Advising - Advanced Diploma (AQF 6) - Securities Institute Education
2004 - Diploma of Financial Planning - Advanced Diploma (AQF 6) - FPA Australia
2010 - ASX Accredited Listed Products Adviser (ALPA) Program - Other - Kaplan Professional
2010 - Margin Lending & Geared Investments Program - Other - Kaplan Professional
2010 - Self Managed Superannuation Funds Program - Other - Kaplan Professional
2020 - Client Engagement Skills Course (FPC007B) - Bridging Course - Behavioural Finance - Kaplan Higher Education
2020 - Ethics and Professionalism in Financial Advice Course (FPC002B) - Bridging Course - Ethics - Kaplan Higher Education
2025 - Accredited Aged Care Professional Program - Other - Aged Care Steps
🏢 Professional Memberships
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.