Prepare for the 75-question CII CF8 assessment with focused coverage of UK care funding, long-term care products, legal issues, taxation and client advice.
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CF8 tests more than product recognition. Candidates need to connect UK care provision, local-authority responsibilities, State support, taxation, legal capacity and suitable funding arrangements across both standalone questions and case studies.
This course turns those connected topics into a structured revision workflow: read the topic notes, reinforce the distinctions with flashcards, ask the AI tutor for clarification, then apply what you have learned in five timed 75-question mocks.
You receive 375 practice questions, including case-study sets, with answer explanations and unlimited retakes. The quick-reference sheet supports final-stage recall, while audio summaries make it easier to maintain momentum away from your desk.
The official CF8 assessment is two hours and contains 50 standalone multiple-choice questions plus five case studies with five questions each. The standard pass mark is 70%.
| Assessment | 75 multiple-choice questions: 50 standalone questions plus 5 case studies with 5 questions each |
| Duration | 120 Minutes |
| Standard Pass Mark | 70% |
| Level | CII Level 3 |
| Recommended Study Time | 70 hours |
| CII Credits | 15 |
| 2025 Published Pass Rate | 87.96% |
| Feature | Exams Academy | Other Revision Options |
|---|---|---|
| Access Period | Lifetime Access | Varies by provider |
| Practice Exams | Unlimited Retakes | Varies by package |
| Study Support | Instant 24/7 AI Tutor | Scheduled or limited support |
| Cost | $189 (One-Time) | Varies by package |
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Build timing and application skills with five 75-question mock exams.
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Ask questions against the CF8 study material whenever a topic needs clarification.
Digital flashcards for definitions, responsibilities, products and planning distinctions.
A searchable quick-reference layer for final-stage revision.
Use the same question bank in two different ways: build understanding with instant feedback, then switch to a realistic simulation when you are ready.
Choose an answer, see immediately whether it is right or wrong, and read the explanation before moving on.
Work against the official-style timer without revealing answers, then review your score and every explanation after submission.
FCA definition of LTCI, the need for care, and factors driving the long term care market.
Health authority and local authority responsibilities for care provision and funding.
How local authorities means-test individuals and the financial thresholds that apply.
Alternative funding sources including equity release, family support, and disability benefits.
Pre-funded and immediate need insurance solutions for long term care.
How long term care insurance is underwritten and the claims process.
State benefits relevant to individuals requiring long term care.
IHT, wills, intestacy, and legal considerations in long term care planning.
Adviser-client dynamics, capacity, holistic care planning, and ongoing review requirements.
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CF8 is a two-hour multiple-choice assessment. It contains 50 standalone multiple-choice questions and five case studies, each followed by five multiple-choice questions, giving 75 questions in total. The standard pass mark is 70%.
CF8 is suitable for financial advisers, paraplanners and other professionals who want to develop knowledge of long-term care planning. When held with specified CII diplomas, it can contribute to the FCA appropriate-qualification requirements for advising on long-term care products.
CF8 covers the funding of long-term care in the UK including local authority assessments, state benefits like Attendance Allowance, immediate needs annuities, investment bonds for care fees, powers of attorney, and the Care Act 2014.
The CII published an 87.96% pass rate for CF8 in 2025, but candidates still need to connect care funding, benefits, legal issues, taxation and product suitability across standalone and case-study questions.
The course is organised around the published CII CF8 syllabus and the learning material used to build the platform. Exams Academy is an independent education provider and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the CII.
We do not guarantee a pass. Results depend on the candidate's study and exam performance. The platform provides structured revision, active recall and timed practice to help candidates identify and close knowledge gaps.
You get lifetime access from the moment of purchase. Study at your own pace with no time limits or recurring fees.
Yes — the entire platform is mobile-responsive and works on any device with a browser. Flashcards, summaries, and the AI tutor are all optimised for on-the-go study.
Yes! Test your knowledge and see our AI tutor explanations with the free CII CF8: Long Term Care Insurance Topic Quiz below. It contains 15 questions from one named topic and is not a full mock exam or overall readiness assessment.
No. For UK regulated activities, the firm must map the role to the FCA Training and Competence sourcebook and its appropriate-qualification tables. A CISI course title alone does not establish authorisation for every activity. Confirm the requirement with the employer and regulator before booking.
CISI offers ICWIM through remote invigilation and global test centres. Candidates should use the CISI booking flow, check the current workbook edition and read Candidate Updates before the examination.
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From finance professionals who prepared for and passed their CII exams.
Great practice tool. The AI mentor helped me spot my weak areas instantly, which saved me so much time during my final revision week.
This platform completely changed how I study. The chapter summaries are brilliant for last-minute review, and the mobile dashboard works flawlessly.
This platform completely changed how I study. The chapter summaries are brilliant for last-minute review, and the mobile dashboard works flawlessly.
I didn't have time to read the whole workbook. The mock exams showed me exactly where my knowledge gaps were. Highly recommend for the CF8.
The legal sections of CF8 are dry, but the cheat sheets on powers of attorney and the Mental Capacity Act are fantastic. Passed on my first attempt.
Long term care funding rules change so often, but this material was perfectly up to date. The care home fee top-up arrangements were explained beautifully.
Mandatory course for my current role. Made the care home funding regs actually digestible. Decent price too compared to some other providers out there.
Lifetime mortgages explained so clearly... The care funding rules are great too. Passed cf8 with 82%.
The section on top-up arrangements was so helpfull... They seem to test this literally every time. Pass with 80% first attempt.
The section on top-up arrangements was super helpful... They test this literally every time in the center. Passed easily. Thanks!
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Im an IFA doing later life planning... CF8 is mandatory and this course covered every single thing I needed. Way easier than self-study.
CF8 is mandatory for my role and this was absolutely the easiest way to prep. Much better than just regular self-study. Helpful content.
Honestly, the official workbook is terrible for exam technique. The mocks here actually show you how to think about the answers. Passed first time!!
🇬🇧 Local market guide
Review how CII CF8: Long Term Care Insurance connects to regulation, qualification pathways, booking, currency and careers in the United Kingdom before paying the official exam fee.
For UK regulated activities, the firm must map the role to the FCA Training and Competence sourcebook and its appropriate-qualification tables. A CISI course title alone does not establish authorisation for every activity.
Financial Conduct AuthorityCISI offers ICWIM through remote invigilation and global test centres. Candidates should use the CISI booking flow, check the current workbook edition and read Candidate Updates before the examination.
Find a CISI test centreICWIM knowledge is relevant to international private banking, client services, wealth operations and entry-level investment-support roles. Regulated UK advice roles may require a different or higher-level qualification.
Exams Academy checkout is displayed in US dollars and the card provider converts it to GBP. The official CISI exam and required workbook are booked and paid for separately at the current CISI price.
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