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Series 7 and 66 Exam Details

Mastering the Essentials: Your Guide to the Series 7 and 66 Exams

The FINRA® Series revised 7 is required of individuals soliciting the purchase or sale of corporate, municipal and U.S. government securities, options, direct participation programs, investment company products, and variable contracts. The NASAA Series 66 is required of individuals acting as or soliciting for the service of investment advisors and soliciting the purchase or sale of securities within a state.

Series 7 Exam at a Glance

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  • 3:45 hours

    Time Limit

  • 125

    Multiple-choice questions

  • 72%

    Passing score required to pass

More About the Series 7 Exam

Outline of Topics Covered

  • Seeks business for the broker-dealer from customers and potential customers

  • Opens accounts after obtaining and evaluating customers’ financial profile and investment objectives

  • Provides customers with information about investments, makes suitable recommendations, transfers assets, and maintains appropriate records

  • Obtains and verifies customers’ purchase and sales instructions; processes, completes, and confirms transactions

Best Practices Guide

Kaplan has prepared a Best Practices Guide to help you pass the first time! This guide includes recommended study hours, how to use your study materials effectively, and test-taking tips. Access the guide and other free materials here.

Additional Information

For more exam details, including fees and passing score, please visit FINRA.

Attention Colorado Students

Kaplan Financial Education is approved and regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private Occupational School Board (DPOS). View the Colorado College Bulletin.

Series 7 Exam Essentials

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About the Exam

The FINRA® Series 7 (Revised) Exam

  • Required for individuals who solicit the purchase or sale of securities
  • Covers corporate, municipal, and U.S. government securities
  • Includes options, direct participation programs, investment company products, and variable contracts
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What Changed

Exam Restructuring

  • On October 1, 2018, FINRA restructured the Series 7 exam
  • Candidates must pass the Securities Industry Essentials® (SIE®) exam and the Series 7 to obtain registration
  • Kaplan offers Series 7 study materials for both the SIE exam and the Series 7 exam
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Next Steps

Get Started

We’ve outlined the steps you need to take to earn the Series 7 license. Follow the guidance to understand requirements, registration, and preparation.

Begin Preparing for the Series 7 Exam

Boost your exam readiness with Kaplan’s Series 7 study packages, featuring Premium, Essential, and Basic options. From live instruction to flexible self-study, we provide the study tools and additional materials you need to pass.

Series 66 Exam at a Glance

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  • 2:30 hours

    Time Limit

  • 100

    Multiple-choice questions

  • 73%

    Passing score required to pass

More About the Series 66 Exam

Outline of Topics Covered

  • Economic Factors and Business Information

  • Investment Vehicle Characteristics

  • Client Investment Recommendations and Strategies

  • Laws, Regulations, and Guidelines, including Prohibition on Unethical Business Practices

Best Practices Guide

Kaplan has prepared a Best Practices Guide to help you pass the first time! This guide includes recommended study hours, how to use your study materials effectively, and test-taking tips. Access the guide and other free materials here.

Additional Information

  • You must be at least 18 years of age and have a basic understanding of the industry to attend our live classes.

  • Review the enrollment and prerequisite requirements on www.finra.org for the series exam you plan to take. Note, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam does not require employer sponsorship.

  • Enroll in a Kaplan Financial Education securities licensing course four to six weeks before the class date by calling Kaplan Financial Education customer service at 800.427.4680 or enrolling online at www.kaplanfinancial.com/securities.

  • Schedule an appointment for the licensing exam with Prometric Testing Centers at www.prometric.com/finra three to four weeks before the class begins. You are able to schedule two or more different exams on the same day. However, you must make a separate appointment for each of the exams.

  • For optimum results, plan to do some pre/post-study. Also, plan for homework questions each night and two to three days of review before taking your licensing exam.

  • Take your test within five days of completing the class, and go into the exam with confidence!

  • For more exam details, including fees and passing score, please visit FINRA.

Attention Colorado Students

Kaplan Financial Education is approved and regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private Occupational School Board (DPOS). View the Colorado College Bulletin.

Series 66 Exam Essentials

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About the Exam

The NASAA Series 66 Exam

  • Required of individuals soliciting the purchase or sale of securities within a state, and may be required in addition to other exams.
  • May be required in addition to other exams
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What Changed

Exam Update

  • On June 12, 2023, NASAA updated the test specifications for the Series 66 exam
  • NASAA updated questions on the Series 66 exam to align with recent regulatory changes in the Secure Act 2.0.
  • Kaplan offers study materials for the Series 66 exam
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Next Steps

Get Started

We’ve outlined the steps you need to take to earn the Series 66 license. Follow the guidance to understand requirements, registration, and preparation.

Begin Preparing for the Series 66 Exam