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Overview

At LIA, we are committed to supporting your journey in finance by providing high-quality educational opportunities. Whether you are just starting out or looking to advance your career, we have tailored programmes to meet your needs, with substantial funding options available.
Funding is avaialble for our AI Accelerator Short Course and our Level 7 and Level 9 programmes through Education Training Boards (ETB) and Skillnets. 

Funding is availble for the following programmes:

Certificate in Professional Financial Advice | APA QFA

Up to 100% funding* is available to complete APA (Accredited Product Adviser) modules with LIA through your local Education Training Board (ETB). As an industry recognised entry level designation and as a stepping stone to the prestigious QFA (Qualified Financial Adviser) designation, the APA gives you the foundations to build a successful career in financial services and makes you marketable in the workplace.

 *Dependent on eligibility criteria and ETB offering.

Applications are currently open for the below programmes:

APA Regulations - Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education and Training Board (DDLETB)

Start date: Monday 31st August 2026

APA Loans - Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education and Training Board (DDLETB)

Start date: Tuesday 1st September 2026

Credit Union Practices - Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education and Training Board (DDLETB)

Start date: Wednesday 16th September 2026

How to apply

To apply or to request further information, please contact Leanne Mooney directly at leannemooney@ddletb.ie.

Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning | RPA SIA FPRA

ISME Skillnet is a multi-sector learning network which provides subsidised training courses and certified Management Development programmes designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

ISME Skillnet is providing funding for those that complete modules on the Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning, which means that those completing the Retirement Planning (RPA), Investment Management (SIA) and Risk Management and Insurance Planning (FPRA) modules also qualify. They will provide up to 30% funding towards the cost of each module.

How to apply:

Those that apply for funding must be part of an SME (under 250 employees).
Please email Ruth Connolly ruth@isme.ie or Adam Weatherley adam@isme.ie quoting LIA and the programme name. 

Please Note:This funding cannot be combined with any existing discounts already applied.

Shannon Chamber Skillnet is promoted by Shannon Chamber. Shannon Chamber Skillnet supports businesses of all sizes in Mid West Region. 

Shannon Chamber Skillnet is providing funding for those that complete modules on the Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning, which means that those completing the Retirement Planning (RPA), Investment Management (SIA) and Risk Management and Insurance Planning (FPRA) modules also qualify. They will be providing 20% funding towards the cost of each module.

How to apply:

Please email Alan Kelly akelly@shannonchamber.ie quoting LIA and the Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning.

Please Note: Limited number of funding opportunities available for students undertaking modules within the Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning

This funding cannot be combined with any existing discounts already applied.

Postgraduate Certificate in Financial Management and Sustainability 

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Student Testimonials

As a Returner to the Financial Services industry I needed to update my qualifications and LIA in partnership with the Kilkenny-Carlow ETB have provided a practical roadmap to achieving that as well as a wonderful learning experience. The lectures are delivered via Zoom by knowledgeable and experienced lecturers who are genuinely interested in and available to us if there’s any help we need. I feel much more confident and knowledgeable returning to the financial services industry thanks to LIA and KCETB. A massive well done to all involved!

June Miller
June Miller

Kilkenny and Carlow ETB Student

APA APA Designations

I was forced out of work due to health reasons and was subsequently fortunate to be accepted onto the QFA Life Assurance Module with LIA through Louth and Meath Education and Training Board (ETB). I then went on to complete the QFA Loans and QFA Regulation Modules, through Kilkenny and Carlow ETB. Throughout the course, there was great backup from the Recruitment Officers in the ETBs as well as support from the Education Team in LIA. These courses have allowed me to continue with my lifelong learning and upskill and this will undoubtedly present opportunities for me in the Financial Services Industry.

Declan Kelly
Declan Kelly

Louth and Meath ETB & Carlow and Kilkenny ETB Student

APA APA Designations

The APA/QFA courses provided by LIA were fantastic, they were easily accessible via Zoom with small classes and plenty of group interaction. Lecturers provided extensive notes and were very approachable and were always there to help us, even outside scheduled lecture times, giving us sample questions to practice. LIA provided the course manual to assist our learning. It gave me a real sense of accomplishment completing these during a pandemic and the funding provided assisted me while temporary unemployed was great. Within 4 months of completing APA (Loans) I was fortunate to find a job working in Permanent tsb. Having this qualification on my CV stood to me and gave me a real advantage.

Jessica Scott
Jessica Scott

Customer Growth and Success Advisor, Permanent tsb

APA APA Designations