Does a Certificate IV let me start giving loan recommendations?

The award alone does not authorise regulated credit activity.

Sources checked 2026-10-08 · Prepared 2026-10-09

What does the certificate establish?

It shows assessed learning. It does not, by itself, authorise regulated credit activity. ASIC's competence and training guidance sits within a broader system of licensing and permitted work arrangements.

Source: Credit representatives (government regulator) · RG 206 competence and training (government regulator)

What must happen before real client work?

Confirm the legal arrangement covering your proposed role and the activities you may perform. Ask the licensee or relevant compliance contact for a clear answer. Do not describe course completion as permission to start giving loan recommendations.

Source: Credit representatives (government regulator) · RG 206 competence and training (government regulator)

What should you compare?

• Role
• Legal arrangement
• Permitted activities

What remains unconfirmed?

Your role, employer and permitted activities matter.

This is study guidance based on sources checked 8 October 2026. Confirm current rules and your individual arrangement with the relevant organisation before acting.

What can you do next?

Confirm the legal working arrangement before helping real clients with credit decisions.

What else may help?

• What is the difference between a credit licence and a representative role?
• Do employees of a credit licensee need their own representative number?

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