RE5 Study Guide

11 guided modules mapped to the official FSCA exam tasks — the FAIS Act, the General Code of Conduct, FICA, ethics and the full regulatory framework. Work through each module at your own pace.

Course modules

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Module 0Free

Course Introduction & Exam Overview

Understanding the RE5 examination structure, question formats, cognitive levels, and strategic approach to achieving a pass.

1 hour · 9 sections

Module 1 Mastery

Task 1: The FAIS Act as Regulatory Framework

Master the foundational structure of the FAIS Act including critical definitions, licensing scope, regulatory hierarchy, and the role of the FSCA.

3.5 hours · 19 sections

Module 2 Mastery

Task 2: Maintaining an FSP Licence

Master the Fit and Proper requirements, licence application and maintenance obligations, professional indemnity insurance, and undesirable business practices.

3 hours · 16 sections

Module 3 Mastery

Task 3: Role of the Key Individual

Understand the definition, appointment criteria, oversight duties, and accountability of the Key Individual within the FAIS framework.

1.5 hours · 7 sections

Module 4 Mastery

Task 4: General Code of Conduct

Master the highest-weighted exam task: disclosure requirements, conflict of interest management, TCF principles, KYC/suitability, Record of Advice, advertising rules, and complaints handling.

4 hours · 21 sections

Module 5 Mastery

Task 5: Record-Keeping Requirements

Understand what records must be kept, retention periods, acceptable formats, and the Authority's inspection rights.

1 hour · 8 sections

Module 6 Mastery

Task 6: FICA and Anti-Money Laundering

Master Customer Due Diligence (CDD), cash transaction thresholds, suspicious transaction reporting, and the tipping-off prohibition.

1 hour · 14 sections

Module 7 Mastery

Task 7: FAIS Ombud and Complaints Handling

Understand the Ombud's jurisdiction, complaint procedures, monetary limits, timeframes, and the binding nature of determinations.

1 hour · 10 sections

Module 8 Mastery

Task 8: Representative Lifecycle

Master the complete lifecycle: DOFA, the 3-12-24-72 timeline, supervision rules, competence milestones, debarment process, and termination procedures.

6 hours · 16 sections

Module 9 Mastery

Exam Strategies & Techniques

Master time management, question analysis techniques, linguistic trap identification, and stress management for exam day success.

2 hours · 6 sections

Module 10 Mastery

Quick Reference & Summary Tables

All critical timeframes, monetary thresholds, definitions, and checklists in one place for final revision.

Review · 8 sections