This micro-credential is provided by the IOB, an accredited College of UCD. The Professional Certificate in Pensions and Retirement Advice is a programme designed to enhance students' knowledge in the area of pensions provision and retirement advice. The variety and changing nature of product offerings (personal occupational, funded, hybrid), along with regulatory and tax requirements requires advisors to demonstrate effective communication skills (oral and written) to inform and advise clients bearing taking into account their personal and professional situation and needs.

You must join the IOB as a member before applying for an IOB course. Begin a three-month free trial with the IOB.

• The minimum entry requirements are as follows: Five passes in the Leaving Certificate, including English and Mathematics and APA in Pensions, OR; Five O Level/GCSE passes, including English Language and Mathematics and APA in Pensions.
• IOB will also consider applications on a mature candidate basis from applicants who are 23 years of age before the date of their application for admission to the programme and have an APA in Pensions.
• You must be a current member or become a member of IOB to take this programme.