TAL Risk Academy: A decade of dedication to adviser support and standards

Beau Riley
TAL General Manager, Retail Sales & New Business

This year marks 10 years of TAL Risk Academy, an education program designed to support financial advisers and shape a stronger financial advice industry for us all.

Since its launch, TAL Risk Academy has been celebrated as a valuable resource for advisers’ professional development needs – helping them create better outcomes for their clients and their businesses.

Over the past decade, we have partnered with financial advisers who have trusted in TAL Risk Academy, which, as of the end of 2024;

• Received over 118,000 enrolments across hundreds of courses
• Awarded 185,483 CPD points
• Achieved an average adviser satisfaction score of 4.6 out of 5
• Donated $860,000 to charity partner, the Australian Business and Community Network (ABCN), supporting high potential Australian students who have faced significant barriers to education

These results show the practical impact on advisers and the communities they serve. They inspire TAL to continue our legacy of championing the growth of the financial advice profession into the next decade – and reflect on the past 10 years.

Adapting to real world needs

Over the years, the role of the adviser has been redefined. The product landscape has changed, technology has improved, regulatory frameworks have shifted, and professional standards and client expectations have evolved.

The courses offered in TAL Risk Academy have reflected and responded to these changes, providing advisers with the tools they need to adapt and grow with their clients. By working closely with advisers, TAL Risk Academy ensures its courses evolve alongside their needs, providing valuable support, practical tools, and trusted guidance to help them navigate change.

Over 8,000 advisers have been supported through the Financial Adviser Exam, while 889 PY candidates have participated in our structured training program – laying strong foundations for a successful career in advice, fostering client trust, and enabling the delivery of exceptional service.

Beyond compliance, technology has enhanced training opportunities and allowed advisers to learn the way that suits them best. Interactive webinars, virtual workshops, face-to-face sessions, on-demand learning modules masterclasses and articles, make it easier for advisers to upskill at their own pace – wherever and whenever it works best for them. This expanded access to ongoing professional development sets the financial advice industry up for the future.

Celebrating a decade of impact

As we mark this milestone, TAL Risk Academy’s mission remains clear: work with industry experts to bring practical, topical courses to help advisers support their clients and grow advisers’ businesses. TAL Risk Academy’s commitment to innovating and addressing emerging industry challenges ensures advisers are not only prepared for today’s demands but are well- positioned to find tomorrow’s opportunities.

Looking ahead, we will continue to deliver on thousands of course enrolments and see more CPD points awarded, supporting many more advisers to achieve their professional goals. Our ambition is also to expand the TAL Risk Academy curriculum in partnership with advice practices and licensees. Expect new modules and guest speakers that reflect the latest industry trends.

However, the true measure of TAL Risk Academy’s success lies in the stories of advisers who have grown their expertise, built stronger practices, and delivered better outcomes for their clients. Long may those stories continue.