Australia's Only Government-Accredited Stock Market Course
You can spend years learning about the stock market and still struggle to put everything together when it's time to trade. Our stock market course goes beyond teaching trading strategies. You'll develop the competency to know which strategies to use and when, and how to combine them as markets change.
For more than two decades, Wealth Within has taught thousands of students across Australia and internationally, drawing on more than 80 years of combined market experience.
- Bernard Leuzinger, Mar 26
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Knowing about trading is not the same as knowing how to trade
There is no shortage of information about the stock market. The challenge is knowing what matters and how to apply it.
A strategy may work well on one stock but poorly on another. Market conditions change, and what worked before may no longer apply. That's why the course teaches you more than a set of strategies.
You'll develop the skills to:
- Identify which strategies and techniques suit the stock or market you're trading
- Know when and how to combine different techniques
- Test strategies and assess their probability of success
- Determine how much capital to commit and how much to risk
- Adjust your approach when conditions change
You'll understand what to do, why you're doing it and when to do it.
Why choose Wealth Within's stock market course?
Anyone can say they teach people how to trade. Wealth Within has taken a very different approach.
The Diploma of Share Trading and Investment (Course Code: 11398NAT) is Australia's only government-accredited stock market course.
Students don't simply work through information. They complete competency-based assessments that demonstrate their understanding and ability to apply what they've learned before risking their money.
The course combines structured education with proven principles, strategies and techniques developed from decades of practical market experience.
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of students rate the quality of education as excellent or very good
of students recommend Wealth Within
*Based on the 2025 ASQA Quality Survey
After investing in managed funds for 20 years, Terry took control of his portfolio, and has since far exceeded his goal of achieving 25% p.a.
Terry King
Sean started trading while completing the Diploma in FY 24/25, and he doubled his money before finishing the course.
Sean Kendal
I am now confidently making 50% returns on my and my wife’s superannuation all while managing the downside risk...
Matt Nash
Since completing the course my medium to long-term portfolio is up over 60% while my short-term trades are achieving returns of up to 200%...
Garry Cooke
These testimonials reflect the individual experiences of Wealth Within students. Investment outcomes vary, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
Is this stock market trading course right for you?
Maybe you're starting from the beginning and want to learn stock market trading the right way from the outset.
Or perhaps you've been trading for years. You've read books, watched videos and tried different strategies, but your results still don't reflect the time and effort you've put in.
Our stock market trading course may suit you if you want to:
- Build wealth over the short, medium and long term
- Replace disconnected information with structured trading knowledge
- Stop relying on tips and other people's opinions
- Understand why some strategies work in one situation but not another
- Know what to do when market conditions change
- Manage risk before putting capital into the market
- Become more disciplined and consistent in the way you trade
We don't assume the Diploma is right for everyone.
One of our Educational Consultants will discuss what you want to achieve, your eligibility and how you want to trade. This helps determine which Wealth Within course best suits you.
What you'll learn
One key benefit is learning how to think like a trader.
Markets change, and stocks behave differently. You'll develop competency across a range of principles, strategies and techniques and learn when and how to apply them.
Analyse what to buy and when to buy it
Use fundamental and technical analysis to understand what you're buying and when to enter or exit a trade.
Select the right strategies and techniques
Learn proven strategies and techniques and understand when to use them. You'll learn how to combine techniques and adapt your approach as stocks and market conditions change.
Manage your capital and risk
Know how much capital to commit and how much you're prepared to risk before entering a trade. You'll also learn how to manage individual positions and risk across your portfolio.
Understand price and market behaviour
Use price and pattern analysis to assess trends, understand market behaviour and recognise when conditions may be changing.
Manage your psychology
Fear and greed can influence decisions when markets move quickly or unexpectedly. You'll learn how psychology affects your trading and why following your rules matters.
Bring everything together
Every stock has different characteristics, so the way you trade one stock may not suit another. You'll learn how to bring your analysis, strategies and risk management together to suit the stock you're trading and how to manage it if conditions change.
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*Conditions applySee What Our Students Have Achieved
Knowing the theory when learning stock market trading is only one part of the equation. You also need to apply that knowledge when the market is moving without falling back on tips or guesswork.
Read what Wealth Within students say about studying the Diploma and how it has changed the way they approach the stock market.
2025 graduate satisfaction*
- 100% would recommend Wealth Within
- 98.6% developed the knowledge expected from the training
- 98.6% were satisfied with the mix of theory and practice
- 98.6% rated the course excellent, very good or good
*Based on the 2025 ASQA Quality Survey
How the Diploma works
Learning to trade requires more than reading information on a screen.
Our online accredited stock market trading course combines theory with exercises, practical application and assessment. Your knowledge and trading skills develop progressively as you work through the course.
Interactive learning
Learn the theory and put it into practice through exercises and practical application.
Structured study
Study from anywhere and organise your weekly study around work, family and other commitments.
Competency-based assessment
Complete assessments throughout the course to demonstrate that you understand the material and can apply what you've learned. This also identifies where you need to spend more time before progressing.
Experienced trader and mentor support
Access experienced traders and mentors when you have questions or need support with your studies.
Course duration
The course is structured over 48 weeks. Students with more time available to study each week may complete it sooner.
Why government accreditation matters
If you're investing considerable time and money learning to trade, you should know what sits behind the education.
As an accredited trading course, the Diploma must meet national standards covering course outcomes, structure, assessment and delivery. Standards also apply to trainers and assessors, monitoring and evaluation.
For most students, the qualification isn't the reason they enrol.
The value is knowing you haven't simply completed a course. You've had to demonstrate that you understand what you've learned and can apply it.
Who is this stock market trading course for?
Choosing a stock trading course deserves careful thought. You're committing time and money to developing skills you can use for a lifetime.
That's why we don't assume the course is right for everyone.
Wealth Within also offers the Trading Mentor Course for long-term trading and the Short Course in Share Trading for medium- to long-term trading. Both provide pathways into the Diploma.
An Educational Consultant will discuss what you want to achieve and your eligibility to help determine the right course.
If the Short Course or Diploma is suitable, you can pay upfront or access an interest-free payment plan over 12 to 18 months, subject to eligibility.
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*Conditions applyEarn CPD points while building your trading knowledge
The Diploma of Share Trading and Investment is also an ASIC-approved training course that provides knowledge and skills in securities.
Eligible financial professionals can count the Diploma studies towards their continuing professional development requirements.
- FAAA: Receive up to 75 CPD points as you complete the Diploma.
- CPA Australia: 1 CPD point for every hour of study completed as part of the Diploma.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need previous trading experience to study the Diploma of Share Trading and Investment?
No. Some students begin with little or no experience. Others have traded for years but know their results haven't matched the time and effort they've put in.
Our stock market trading course develops your knowledge progressively. Beginners can build their understanding from the ground up.
Experienced traders can identify gaps and develop clearer strategies, risk management processes and trading rules.
Is the course suitable if I only want to trade or invest for myself?
Yes. Most students aren't studying for a career in the financial services industry. They want to improve the way they manage their money and make informed decisions before putting capital at risk.
How much does the course cost?
The fees, interest-free payment plan options and all course information are included in the Course Handbook and Enrolment Guide, which you'll receive once you enquire.
As a nationally accredited trading course, every prospective student completes an enrolment interview to determine eligibility and fit before enrolling. This also gives you the opportunity to understand what the course involves, ask any questions you may have and decide whether the Diploma is right for what you want to achieve.
What value do I get from studying this accredited trading course?
When comparing stock market trading courses, it’s important to consider the depth of education rather than price alone.
The Diploma is a comprehensive 48-week course designed to build your trading knowledge and skills progressively.
You'll learn proven strategies and techniques and develop the competency to know how and when to apply them. You'll also learn how to manage your capital and risk, and adapt as market conditions change.
You're investing in skills you can continue to apply long after you've completed the Diploma. The value of a quality education can last long after you complete the course.
How long does the accredited course take?
The course is structured over 48 weeks. However, students who can commit more time to their studies may complete it sooner.
How many hours will I need to study each week?
Everyone learns differently. The time required depends on your learning style and previous study experience. You can organise your studies around work, family and other commitments.
Can I study the course online?
Yes. Wealth Within delivers the Diploma through an interactive online learning environment, allowing you to study from anywhere.
How will I be assessed?
Our accredited trading course uses competency-based assessment. Your assessments demonstrate that you understand the material and can apply what you've learned.
What support will I receive?
You'll have access to experienced traders and mentors when you need support with your studies.
What markets can I trade after completing the course?
The analysis taught in the course isn't limited to one stock, sector or exchange.
You'll learn principles, strategies, and techniques you can apply across markets and financial instruments. Different instruments carry different risks, so the risk and money management rules must suit what you're trading.
What are the entry requirements?
You must be 18 years or older, or have parental consent, and meet one of the following requirements:
- Hold a Year 12 Certificate or equivalent.
- Hold a qualification at Certificate IV level or above.
- Provide a letter from your employer confirming at least three years of relevant industry experience.
- If self-employed, provide a Statutory Declaration confirming equivalent three-year experience.
If you’re unable to provide the required documentation, you’ll need to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment to demonstrate that you meet the entry requirements.
An Educational Consultant will discuss your goals and circumstances before enrolment to determine whether the Diploma is suitable.
What qualification will I receive?
After successfully completing the course requirements, you'll receive the nationally recognised award, the Diploma of Share Trading and Investment.
Ready to find out if the Diploma is right for you?
You don't need to decide whether to enrol before speaking with us.
Talk to an Educational Consultant about what you want to achieve, how you want to trade and the time you have available. We'll help you decide which Wealth Within course is right for you.