More and more insurance agents are advancing their career by expanding their offerings and services to include selling securities.  Many investors, whether a large company or individual, use financial services sales agents to assist and advise when buying stocks, bonds or shares in mutual funds.  Financial services sales agents are also called securities and commodities sales agents, brokers, stockbrokers, financial consultants, or account executives. 

Series 6: A "Sponsoring" company is required to sit for the national exam.  Upon completion you'll be known as a Registered Representative qualified to sell mutual funds and variable annuities. 100 Questions

Series 63: No sponsorship is required to sit for this exam.  It covers state laws, regulations and registration requirements for broker-dealers, agent  and investment advisors.  Additional topics include fraudulent practices and regulatory oversights.  65 Questions

Series 7:  A "Sponsoring" company is required to sit for this exam.  Upon completion you'll be known as a General Securities Representative and can trade all types of stocks and bonds (does not include commodities or futures).  260 Questions

For the most up to date information on Securities profession, exams, and test dates, please visit the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority FINRA.