Protect your business from the increasing threats to financial services

Compliance is a cornerstone of trust in the financial services industry. Ensure the delivery of consistent training to meet the FCA’s expectations, avoid financial crime, and foster a culture of integrity and accountability.

The [Skillcast] team is exceptionally responsive, capable, and committed to excellence. They will try new things, and the extremely customisable system means they’re often delivering things way beyond what we originally expected or had set out to achieve.

Talent Development Business Partner,
Kentro Capital

Turn your compliance challenges into successes

Build confidence in your compliance efforts. With Skillcast, you’ll benefit from regularly updated learning materials that provide engaging training to upskill your teams.

Available in various delivery formats and centralised within the Skillcast portal, our financial services compliance training packages offer digestible education on anti-bribery, financial crime, FCA compliance, and more.

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Why choose Skillcast?

Boost employee engagement

Employee buy-in is crucial to the success of compliance initiatives. When you choose CoreCompliance, your learners will benefit from 150+ e-learning courses delivered in engaging formats to ease learning. With CoreCompliance, you’ll ensure your learners have access to the necessary tools to upskill in key compliance areas.

Simplify complex requirements

Compliance can be daunting, especially when you’re a small business. Changing regulations can feel like you’re aiming at a moving target, but our regularly updated training modules break down modern compliance legislation, making it straightforward to improve compliance knowledge across various topics.

Ensure training consistency

Maintaining a high standard of training across multiple topics, teams, and locations can be challenging. With our learning management system (LMS), you can ensure consistent training delivery and track learner progress from a central location.

Measure training effectiveness

Effective compliance goes further than just course completion rates. With Skillcast, you can track knowledge retention and improvements with assessments, and top up learning over time with refresher courses. Plus, tracking tools help you demonstrate to regulators that training and monitoring are in place, as well as the effectiveness of your training.

Overcome cultural resistance

Our solutions help you turn compliance learning from a ‘box-ticking exercise’ into an engaging, enjoyable experience for your employees. Focusing on ethical decision-making and the practical benefits of compliance, our e-learning courses help you foster a culture of accountability and integrity throughout your organisation.

Benefit from the Skillcast service

Our courses are much more than just learning materials. Our e-learning packages feature a comprehensive LMS, diagnostic assessments, and training records and certificates to evidence compliance. Plus, our record speaks for itself — we’ve proudly earned the Feefo Platinum Service Award five years in a row.

Financial Crime Prevention

There are two kinds of financial crime.

In-depth 40 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Good Outcomes for Vulnerable Customers

Companies have a legal obligation to identify the signs of vulnerability and ensure that vulnerable individuals are treated fairly.

In-depth 30 Minutes All staff

Overview of the Consumer Duty

The FCA's Consumer Duty is a new standard which addresses the conduct of firms.

In-depth 30 Minutes All staff

Meeting the Conduct Rules in FCA Solo Regulated Firms

The Conduct Rules are a fundamental aspect of the SMCR.

In-depth 25 Minutes SMCR All staff

Whistleblowing in Financial Services

Our Whistleblowing Training Course educates employees on reporting misconduct safely and ensures protection.

In-depth 15 Minutes All staff

Meeting the Conduct Rules in Dual Regulated Firms

The Conduct Rules are a fundamental aspect of the SMCR.

In-depth 25 Minutes SMCR All staff

Complaints Handling in Financial Services

The FCA has identified that the number of complaints submitted in the financial services sector has increased year on year in recent times in the UK.

In-depth 40 Minutes All staff

Introduction to the Consumer Duty

The FCA's Consumer Duty is a new standard which addresses the conduct of firms.

Express 15 Minutes All staff

Treating Customers Fairly in Financial Services

Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) applies to firms in the financial services industry.

In-depth 40 Minutes All staff

Personal Conflicts of Interest

The FCA states that a firm must manage conflicts of interest between itself and its customers or other clients.

In-depth 25 Minutes All staff

Conduct Risk

The FCA focuses on good customer outcomes and how a firm achieves this through staff conduct at all levels of the business.

In-depth 50 Minutes All staff

Introduction to UK Financial Regulation

NEDs are an important part of a firm's governance and provide independence and oversight.

In-depth 45 Minutes All staff

Financial Crime Prevention

There are two kinds of financial crime.

In-depth 25 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Operational Resilience

The FCA has made operational resilience a requirement for banks, building societies, PRA-designated investment firms, enhanced scope firms and other financial institutions.

In-depth 55 Minutes DORA All staff

CASS Overview

The FCA's Client Assets Sourcebook (CASS) supports Principle 10 of the FCA's Principles for Businesses.

In-depth 35 Minutes All staff

Conflicts of Interest in Asset Management

The FCA outlines its expectations that asset management firms establish and maintain an effective framework to identify, control and review conflicts of interest.

In-depth 30 Minutes All staff

MCOB - General Standards

The Mortgage Conduct of Business (MCOB) for General Standards applies to all firms that deal with home finance.

In-depth 40 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Principles for Businesses

The FCA's Principles for Businesses apply to all financial services firms in the UK regulatory system.

In-depth 20 Minutes All staff

Ethical Standards in Finance and Investment

The FCA's ethical standards apply to individuals in finance and investment.

In-depth 40 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

BCOBS - General Standards

The FCA Banking Conduct of Business Sourcebook (BCOBS) applies to all firms that accept deposits from banking customers in the UK.

In-depth 25 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Training and Competence

Training and Competence (T&C) forms an important part of UK regulations under the FCA.

In-depth 30 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Overview of SM&CR for FCA Solo Firms

Our SMCR Overview training course will help your employees understand the key steps needed to comply with the regime.

In-depth 30 Minutes All staff

COBS - Client Communications and Financial Promotions

The Conduct of Business Sourcebook (COBS) applies to financial firms in the UK that deal with client investments.

In-depth 20 Minutes All staff

CONC - Consumer Credit Regulations

The FCA's Consumer Credit sourcebook (CONC) applies to all firms engaged in credit-related regulatory activities in the UK.

In-depth 40 Minutes All staff

Introduction to SMCR

The UK's financial services sector has been rocked over the past decade by scandals ranging from misselling to market manipulation.

Express 10 Minutes SMCR All staff

COBS - Client Categorisation

The Conduct of Business Sourcebook (COBS) applies to financial firms in the UK that deal with client investments.

In-depth 20 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Payment Services Regulations

The Payment Services Regulations (PSRs) 2017 was introduced in 2018 and set the Payment Services Directive 2 (PSD2) in motion.

In-depth 25 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Whistleblowing for Managers

Whistleblowing refers to disclosing corrupt, illegal or fraudulent activities committed by organisations.

In-depth 35 Minutes Financial Crime Managers

Appropriate Use of Communication Channels

Not all communication channels are appropriate for business purposes.

In-depth 10 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II (MiFID II)

The Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID) originally aimed to increase competition and integration in markets for financial instruments.

In-depth 45 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

COBS - Dealing and Managing

The FCA Conduct of Business Sourcebook (COBS) applies to financial firms in the UK.

In-depth 20 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Information Barriers

The flow of information in financial firms needs monitoring between businesses involved with private and public side activities.

In-depth 45 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Senior Management Arrangements Systems and Controls

The Senior Management Arrangements Systems and Controls (SYSC) Sourcebook apply to authorised financial services firms.

In-depth 25 Minutes Financial Crime Managers

Conduct Rules for Senior Managers at Dual Regulated Firms

Under the Senior Managers Regime, all senior managers must comply with the FCA's six Individual Conduct Rules (ICRs) and four Senior Managers Rules (SMRs).

In-depth 60 Minutes Financial Crime Managers

MCOB - APRC, Shortfalls and Charges

The Mortgage Conduct of Business (MCOB) for the Annual Percentage Rate of Charge (APRC), shortfalls, and charges apply to home finance businesses.

In-depth 30 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

FSCS Deposit Protection

The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) safeguards customers' finances.

In-depth 20 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Complaints Handling for Managers

One of the three operational objections of the FCA is to protect consumers.

In-depth 35 Minutes Financial Crime Managers

Overview of SM&CR for Dual Regulated Firms

Our SMCR Overview training course will help your employees understand the key steps needed to comply with the regime.

In-depth 30 Minutes SMCR All staff

Fit and Proper Assessments

In order to perform a Senior Management Function (SMF), Senior Managers need to be approved by the FCA and, for dual regulated firms, the PRA.

Express 20 Minutes SMCR All staff

SMCR & Non-financial Misconduct

Non-financial misconduct is behaviour that is unrelated to regulated activities, including serious offences such as harassment, bullying, sexual discrimination and sexual misconduct The FCA has indicated it is prepared to consider non-financial misconduct when assessing fitness and propriety.

Express 15 Minutes SMCR All staff

Conduct Rules for Senior Managers at FCA Solo Firms

Under the Senior Managers Regime, all senior managers must comply with the FCA's six Individual Conduct Rules (ICRs) and four Senior Managers Rules (SMRs).

In-depth 60 Minutes SMCR Managers

Financial Crime Prevention (Commercial Insurance)

There are two kinds of financial crime.

In-depth 35 Minutes Financial Crime All staff

Your platform for compliance success

Benefit from a fully equipped learning platform to support your training delivery. With the Skillcast Portal, you’ll have the tools to handle e-learning and policy management, staff disclosures, compliance registers, events, and more — all in one place. Or, if you’d prefer to use your existing LMS, you can host our course content on your current platform. Learn more about the Skillcast Portal or discuss your options with an expert by booking a demo.

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Under 50 employees?

We recommend our CoreCompliance, our solution, perfect for smaller teams. Start your training immediately with pre-configured, ready-to-go courses.

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Over 50 employees?

We have a range of flexible pricing plans to suit your unique needs. Choose from off-the-shelf course libraries or a customised, bespoke approach to reach your compliance learning goals.

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Your questions, answered

Are the courses SCORM-compliant?

Yes. This means they can be delivered via the Skillcast Portal or any other SCORM-compliant Learning Management System.

What other tools are needed beyond training?

A comprehensive compliance solution often needs more than just training. Alongside e-learning, tools like declarations, surveys, and registers that track compliance tasks are usually essential. Skillcast provides full support to help you set up these additional tools.

Can users only view the courses assigned to them?

No. All users can view all the courses in your Portal. Additionally, some of these courses may be mandatory, requiring completion by the given deadline.

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Protect your business from the increasing threats to financial services

Turn your compliance challenges into successes

Why choose Skillcast?

Boost employee engagement

Simplify complex requirements

Ensure training consistency

Measure training effectiveness

Overcome cultural resistance

Benefit from the Skillcast service

Reduce business risk with our financial services training packages

Financial Crime Prevention

Good Outcomes for Vulnerable Customers

Overview of the Consumer Duty

Meeting the Conduct Rules in FCA Solo Regulated Firms

Whistleblowing in Financial Services

Meeting the Conduct Rules in Dual Regulated Firms

Complaints Handling in Financial Services

Introduction to the Consumer Duty

Treating Customers Fairly in Financial Services

Personal Conflicts of Interest

Conduct Risk

Introduction to UK Financial Regulation

Financial Crime Prevention

Operational Resilience

CASS Overview

Conflicts of Interest in Asset Management

MCOB - General Standards

Principles for Businesses

Ethical Standards in Finance and Investment

BCOBS - General Standards

Training and Competence

Overview of SM&CR for FCA Solo Firms

COBS - Client Communications and Financial Promotions

CONC - Consumer Credit Regulations

Introduction to SMCR

COBS - Client Categorisation

Payment Services Regulations

Whistleblowing for Managers

Appropriate Use of Communication Channels

Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II (MiFID II)

COBS - Dealing and Managing

Information Barriers

Senior Management Arrangements Systems and Controls

Conduct Rules for Senior Managers at Dual Regulated Firms

MCOB - APRC, Shortfalls and Charges

FSCS Deposit Protection

Complaints Handling for Managers

Overview of SM&CR for Dual Regulated Firms

Fit and Proper Assessments

SMCR & Non-financial Misconduct

Conduct Rules for Senior Managers at FCA Solo Firms

Financial Crime Prevention (Commercial Insurance)

Your platform for compliance success

Let’s find the best option for you

Under 50 employees?

Over 50 employees?

With Skillcast, Kentro Capital increased its L&D activities by 313%

Your questions, answered

Are the courses SCORM-compliant?

What other tools are needed beyond training?

Can users only view the courses assigned to them?

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