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.
Joshuah: Series 6 course instructor
...7 on the first attempts, and have passed the Level I CFA exam. All of which are completely unimportant because it's not about me, it's about how I can help you (and I can)! Whether you know what you need to know, or are completely lost, I will make sure that we progress with content at a speed that fits you until you are confident for test day. There are no stupid questions, only impatient...
Education & Certification
- Excelsior College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Series 7
- CFA
- Series 65
- +14 subjects
Jorge: Series 6 course instructor
...world of Finance and have enjoyed a rewarding career of over 20 years. Along the way, I have earned my Certificate in Financial Planning from Bryant University. Preparing for a certification exam can be a daunting and stressful experience. I strive to help my students isolate their strengths and weaknesses, then help them construct a plan to approach the material in a disciplined and structured manner. By doing so, they gain confidence and focus on...
Education & Certification
- Long Island University-C W Post Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Insurance License
- CFP
- Series 55
- +38 subjects
Sebastian: Series 6 course instructor
I'm here to help you pass in a fun way. I have over 20 years of Wall Street experience. I have worked as a trader, analyst, investment product specialist, portfolio manager and investment strategist.
Education & Certification
- University of Essex - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- FRM
- CFA
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +14 subjects
Nancy: Series 6 course instructor
...teaching a variety of subjects. As a college economics major with an MBA, and as former investment banker with many years of experience there (now retired), I enjoy teaching finance, accounting, and econ as well as the various secrutities licensing tests. But my avocations are history and literature and I love teaching them as well--whether through assisting with regular school homework and test preparation, or through SAT/ACT prep, or through AP/SAT subject test prep in...
Education & Certification
- Rhodes College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Harvard Business School - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Series 7
- Series 79
- SIE
- +85 subjects
Giustina: Series 6 course instructor
I am a test account.
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 79
- Series 10
- +56 subjects
Ernesto: Series 6 course instructor
I have decades of experience both in academe as well as in the financial services field, and have helped thousands of adults reach their academic and professional licensing goals.
Education & Certification
- University of Miami - Master of Science, General Literature
- University of Florida - Master of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Argosy University-Chicago - Doctor of Science, Organizational Leadership
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 7
- +20 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
- Series 22
- UK A Level Economics
- +5 subjects
Isaiah: Series 6 course instructor
...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 2018. Two weeks later I passed the Series...
Education & Certification
- Alabama State University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- Alabama State University - Master of Science, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Series 26
- SIE
- Insurance License
- +29 subjects
Hal: Series 6 course instructor
...to each individual whether it be economic, intellectual, or spiritual. Learning is unique to each person and each person, who has the interest, will benefit from the best possible learning situation that can be provided and consequently contribute to the whole of society. No one method applies to all. It is my goal to focus on the individual, adapt my methods to their needs, and inspire them to succeed. I enjoyed a nearly thirty-year career...
Education & Certification
- Frostburg State University - Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Business Management
- Frostburg State University - Master of Science, Management Science
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Series 51
- Series 63
- Series 22
- +171 subjects
Jennifer: Series 6 course instructor
...my wisdom shines through my positive energy-my students give me the greatest gratification when they are overcoming learning roadblocks-I tutor a broad range of subjects including Professional Certifications, Insurance License, NMLS, SIE, and Series 6. I am a graduate of Eastern Illinois University. I received my Master of Science Degree and Bachelor of Arts Degree in Family and Consumer Science with a Minor in Business Administration. I have over 20 Years of sales, leadership, mentoring...
Education & Certification
- Eastern Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Family and Consumer Sciences
- Eastern Illinois University - Master of Science, Family and Consumer Sciences
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Real Estate License
- SIE
- +10 subjects
Garth: Series 6 course instructor
...I manage a sales team at T. Rowe Price. I am FINRA Series 7, Series 6, Series 63, Series 24, and Series 66 registered in all 53 jurisdictions. In previous roles, I was responsible for mentoring and supporting associates tasked with passing various FINRA licenses, as well as the following exams: CRPC, CFP, ChFC. Additionally, I am a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). I have experience working with first time test takers as well as...
Education & Certification
- Lebanon Valley College - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
- Loyola University Maryland - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Series 63
- Series 65
- CFP
- +26 subjects
Robin: Series 6 course instructor
...academically and professionally. Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to mentoring individuals, guiding them through complex financial and business concepts, and helping them build confidence in their skills. My experience as a professor and my hands on experience in the investment world has allowed me to engage with students at various stages of their educational journeys, tailoring my approach to suit their unique needs. I hold an MBA from Stetson University and a B.A....
Education & Certification
- University of British Columbia - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
- Daytona State College - Associate in Arts, Accounting
- Stetson University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Series 63
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 7
- +23 subjects
David: Series 6 course instructor
Communication is key to any role, and I strive for clarity by relying on the subject matter to speak for itself. My goal is to communicate the knowledge to the best of my ability and leave any opinions, biases and judgements out of the equation.
Education & Certification
- Boston College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- Boston College - Bachelor in Arts, Romance Languages
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Insurance License
- Real Estate License
- Series 63
- +31 subjects
Johnny: Series 6 course instructor
...laude). While serving in the Army I was an Instructor and I also studied to become a math teacher, but changed majors into Finance. Every since my military days I enjoy giving back to the community anyway that I can, so I figured why not teach subjects in Finance. My philosophy in teaching is to try to keep it as simple as I can by using analogies and references that is unique to each person...
Education & Certification
- University of Houston-Victoria - Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- Series 65
- Series 7
- +14 subjects
Stephanie: Series 6 course instructor
I am a mother, teacher and life long learner, with plans to begin doctoral studies in Urban Education in the Fall of 2021. I am committed to helping students of all ages to tap into their creative minds and critical thinking capacity, enabling them to become the best version of themselves possible. Learning is fantastic and it is my honor to be able to assist every student become excited about discovery!
Education & Certification
- Methodist University - Bachelor in Arts, Accounting
- University of Notre Dame - Masters in Business Administration, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Elementary School Math
- Math
- Professional Certifications
- +3 subjects
Nicholas: Series 6 course instructor
Have been tutoring on and off in a variety of subject areas since the 7th grade. My areas of specialty are in the science and in money-related topics such as securities, insurance, economics, finance, and accounting.
Education & Certification
- SIUCarbondale - Bachelor of Science, Management Science
- Walden University - Doctor of Philosophy, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- CIMA
- Series 7
- Series 7 - General Securities Representative Exam (Stockbroker)
- +43 subjects
Angelo: Series 6 course instructor
I love helping students in topics related to math, to finance (public and private equity) and to engineering. I believe that if I can't explain concept, then I don't understand it. By that same token, if a student can't explain a concept back to me, then they don't understand it even if they say they do. I believe in getting to know all students, as their background is intricately connected with how they learn.
Education & Certification
- University of Florida - Master of Science, Electrical Engineering
- University of Pennsylvania - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
- university of chicago - Master's/Graduate, ma
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- MBLEX - Massage & Bodywork Licensing Examination
- ARDMS - RMSKS - Muscularskeletal Sonogrophy (MSKS)
- Series 62
- +325 subjects
Kyle: Series 6 course instructor
I have a passion for financial and capital markets and love to teach and educate others. I have worked my entire professional career in financial services utilizing series exam information on a daily basis. I have a Masters of Finance from the University of Notre Dame and work as a investment analyst at a private investment firm. Open to giving career mentorship as well!
Education & Certification
- Texas am - Bachelor of Science, Business and Managerial Economics
- University of Notre Dame - Current Grad Student, Finance
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- FINRA - Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
- Series 66
- Series 65
- +11 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
- Series 63
- Series 7
- CFP
- +8 subjects
Raymond: Series 6 course instructor
I am committed to developing the talent I possess and sharing my life with others. I always enjoyed teaching but more importantly human development. As Socrates said so long ago, the unexamined life is not worth living. Sometimes, the gravity of questions outweigh all in life.
Education & Certification
- Fordham University - Bachelor of Science, Classics
Subject Expertise
- Series 6
- Series 7
- Series 63
- Series 31
- +7 subjects