Approved IAR CE Courses

Do you want to know the areas that state examiners will focus on in their 2025 exams and how to be compliant? This course will discuss the Division's 2025 examination priorities, provide an in-depth analysis of common deficiencies and suggest ways to avoid them. This year's priorities are a non-exhaustive list of compliance matters based on commonly identified and/or high risk deficiencies revealed during examinations that the Staff plans to focus on. In the course, we will talk about core books and records requirements including written client suitability information, advisory contracts, fee invoices, firm financial statements and the IARCE requirements.

2026 Ethics in Action is a 6-hour continuing education course designed to meet NASAAs ethics-related CE requirements while equipping Investment Advisor Representatives (IARs) with practical tools to navigate the complexities of modern financial advising. Through 27 comprehensive chapters, the course covers fiduciary responsibilities, transparency, cyber security, emerging technologies like blockchain and AI, ESG investing, and regulatory compliance. Participants will engage with real-world case studies, knowledge checks, and actionable strategies to build trust, manage risks, and adapt to evolving industry challenges. This course is ideal for IARs seeking to strengthen ethical decision-making, meet regulatory standards, and enhance client relationships, earning 6 CE credits upon completion to meet the Ethics CE requirement.

Kansas Department of Insurance, Securities Division will address issues at the forefront of IAR interests and emerging trends in the securities industry.

This course provides advisors with a comprehensive 2026 market outlook and strategies for navigating complex financial challenges. It explains the purpose and impact of current macro trends, including global election cycles, geopolitical events, and interest rate movements, on client portfolios. The content includes an in-depth review of emerging investment trends, such as the rapid growth of active ETFs, the application of artificial intelligence (AI), and cryptocurrency investments. Participants will learn top strategies to integrate these insights and trends into actionable financial advice to help clients meet their long-term financial goals.

Capital Group’s 2026 Midyear Outlook explores the forces shaping markets and economies in a year marked by global uncertainty and rapid change. The session covers the impact of geopolitical events, the continued rise of artificial intelligence, and what emerging opportunities may be on the horizon for global equites and fixed income through 2026 and beyond. Advisors will gain perspective on navigating volatility, identifying resilient trends and building portfolios for a changing world — all with a focus on practical, long-term strategies.