As you prepare for the Series 6 exam, consider a Series 6 course from Varsity Tutors. Series 6 courses allow you to receive resources and instruction that can address your study needs. Your time in a Series 6 class is focused around your needs and goals.
The Series 6 exam is also referred to as the Investment Company and Variable Contracts Products Representative Qualification Examination. Those who pass the exam are certified to become investment company and variable contracts products representatives. A Series 6 license certifies holders to pursue jobs such as financial advisors, investment advisors, and private bankers. A Series 6 class can help you to prepare by familiarizing you with the content and structure of the exam. Below is an overview of the structure of the Series 6 exam:
| Question Format | # Questions | Time Allowed | Passing Score | Corequisites |
| Multiple-Choice | 50 | 1 Hour and 30 Minutes | 70% | Security Industry Essentials (SIE) |
Series 6 courses take place online. Our Live Learning Platform allows you to meet for Series 6 classes from anywhere with an internet connection. Because commuting to meetings can make accessing private tutoring more difficult for some people, we offer our Live Learning Platform as a way for more people to experience Series 6 prep courses. When you register for a Series 6 prep course, we will connect you to a tutor who meets your availability as well as possible.
During a Series 6 prep class, you receive one-on-one attention from a skilled tutor. Your instructor can take time to help you make the most of your Series 6 prep course by attending to your learning style and giving helpful feedback. You can listen to expert lectures, watch video lessons that explain key concepts, read materials relevant to the content of the exam, or practice skills that the exam tests in Series 6 prep classes. Throughout any or all of these activities, you and your tutor can talk through what you are learning to help you absorb and process the information as well as possible. The feedback and focus on your learning style can help you to develop effective habits and confidence as you approach the exam.
Also, you are able to work with your Series 6 prep course instructor to develop a study plan for your time. You can do a little bit of study in a variety of areas of the exam, or you can focus on a couple of parts of the exam in greater depth. This flexibility stems from the fact that you are not required to work through an assigned syllabus in Series 6 prep courses. You are able to make decisions based on your needs and goals as you organize your Series 6 course. Below is a list of some of the topics you can work through during your Series 6 prep course.
Series 6 Topics (non-comprehensive)
- Standards and required approvals of public communications
- Prospectus requirements
- Regulation D offerings
- Account registration types
- Retirement plans and other tax advantaged accounts
- Information security and privacy regulations
- Essential facts regarding customers and customer relationships
- Circumstances for refusing or restricting activity in an account or closing accounts
- Balance sheet and methods of inventory valuation
- Equity securities
- Capital gains and losses
- Variable life insurance and annuity contracts
- Required disclosures on specific transactions
- Account closure procedures
- Orders, offerings and transactions in customer accounts
- Use of automated execution systems
- Erroneous reports, errors, cancels and rebills
Series 6 prep classes also give you the opportunity to devise test-taking strategies that help you to maximize your time on the exam. Test-taking strategies can help you answer questions more effectively and quickly. By increasing your familiarity with these strategies, you can feel more confident and prepared during the exam.
If you are interested in the benefits that Series 6 courses from Varsity Tutors can have for your preparation, contact an Educational Consultant today.
Jahlen: Series 6 course instructor
...tutoring to the best of his abilities. Currently, specializes in tutoring the SIE exam, Series 6, Series 63. Tutors in a style that establishes a bridge between the material and common terms that are very understandable. I've received a Bachelors of Arts degree in economics from SUNY Purchase. I've also spent my recent time of employment working for a insurance company. At this time I developed my experience in tutoring,over the last 2 years, by...
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Purchase College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Insurance License
- Series 63
- Professional Certifications
- +1 subjects
Raphael: Series 6 course instructor
...and science; middle school math and science; prep material for obtaining an insurance license. My favorite subject to tutor is mathematics as this was a subject I gravitated to and excelled at in high school and college. Retired from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after thirty years of federal service ensuring the safety of foods, drugs, and cosmetics for public consumption. This was achieved first as an analytical chemist in the field at New York...
Education & Certification
- CUNY New York City College of Technology - Bachelor of Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- SIE
- Math
- ACT Reading
- +40 subjects
Mark: Series 6 course instructor
...willing to help you! If you are looking for answers in science, biology, chemicals, environment, business, etc I have probably got my hands on it directly. I am currently serving in the United States Army Reserve and have years of Scientific Expertise with degrees and awards to back up these words. I will be your person subject matter expert to assist you. Most experience has been tutoring in academics and professional settings for the last...
Education & Certification
- New Jersey Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Chemistry, Chemistry
- Rowan University - Master of Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Inorganic Chemistry
- GRE Subject Test in Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology
- GRE Subject Test in Chemistry
- +114 subjects
Joseph Fon: Series 6 course instructor
As a wealth management professional, I have learned that my personal success is tied to how well I succeed in managing my clients wealth and that my success is tied to their success. As their wealth increases, so too does my satisfaction, happiness and compensation. As a Varsity Instructor, I will maintain the same values even though there will be no assets to manage.
Education & Certification
- University of New Orleans - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- University of Alabama - Master of Science, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- SIE
- Professional Certifications
- A Level Business
- +5 subjects
Joshua: Series 6 course instructor
I want my students to have fun while learning, and know why they are learning certain topics. I can use my 15 years of industry experience to share how learning topics would be applied during real life situations. I want my student to not only pass their exam, but also have confidence in their future careers.
Education & Certification
- University of Arizona - Bachelor of Science, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Insurance License
- Professional Certifications
- Series 63
- +8 subjects
Eric: Series 6 course instructor
My passion is helping to educate my clients in the areas they need assistance with. As a financial advisor and investment advisor representative, this is what I do on a daily basis, and I look forward to helping you accomplish your goals.
Education & Certification
- Appalachian State University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
- University of Hartford - Master of Science, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Series 53
- Series 86
- Series 65
- +16 subjects
Kevin: Series 6 course instructor
...on math, science, history, government, geography, accounting, finance and related business topics. One of my goals for each tutoring session is to keep the student engaged and challenged yet not overwhelmed. I use a number of teaching methods, including practice questions and topical computer related tools. I often ask for feedback and appreciate candid communication. I try to be flexible with my time. To ensure that we have a quiet and comfortable study space, I...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
- Washington University in St Louis - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Business
- Middle School Math
- Series 7
- +41 subjects
James: Series 6 course instructor
...to families and small business owners. I have taught personal finance at a university and enjoy guiding people through financial planning discussions -- including investment planning, insurance planning, retirement planning, estate planning and tax planning. In addition, I spent 25 years as an EMT and paramedic and have taught many medical classes at high schools and community colleges. I have been a CPR and advanced first aid instructor since 1991. I have been a Wilderness...
Education & Certification
- Asbury University - Bachelor in Arts, Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages
- Liberty University - Master of Arts, Theology
- Auburn University - Doctor of Philosophy, Vocational-Technical Education
- The American College - Master of Science, Financial Planning
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- CFP
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- CLU - Chartered Life Underwriter
- +27 subjects
Isaiah: Series 6 course instructor
...received my Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics. Currently, I am in my last semester of finishing up my Master's Degree in Mathematics. For four years I taught math in Montgomery Public School system (Montgomery, AL). The subjects ranged from pre-algebra to calculus. I taught grades 6th, 9th, 10th, 11th, & 12th. During my last year of teaching high school, I began studying for FINRA Series 6 exam. I passed the series 6 exam in May of...
Education & Certification
- Alabama State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Alabama State University - Master of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- History
- Algebra
- Test Prep
- +29 subjects
Michael: Series 6 course instructor
I have over a decade of experience in the financial services industry, ranging from annuity servicing, internal wholesaling, external wholesaling, institutional sales, and financial advising. I have tutored many along the way to help them pass their FINRA exams. Learning the real-world applicability and what the exam is trying to get you to understand will help you to pass so that you can begin/further your career. I'm here to help!
Education & Certification
- Rasmussen College-Minnesota - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Personal Finance
- Series 65
- Series 66
- +12 subjects