It's market-driven, candidate focused, and evolving to meet the changing demands of the actuarial profession.
Get ready
The SOA-Readiness pathway gets you ready. Ready to get a job. Ready to be an actuary. Ready to make an impact. From the largest actuarial society in the world, you can expect a best-in-class education program that is recognized and respected by employers and regulators due to our long standing history and reputation.
We are in continuous consultation with actuarial employers and industry professionals working to keep our candidates at the top of recruiting lists. Stay relevant and competitive in the marketplace with SOA’s education pathway.
Maximize your market value
Get ready to SOAR.
SOA members earn global marketability allowing them the flexibility to pursue career opportunities across the world. You’ll find a comprehensive and up-to-date curriculum through a variety of learning and assessment modes. Our new Micro-credentials recognize milestone achievements or can serve as stand-alone credentials if your goals change, and affiliate memberships offer resources and community connections to support you on your journey.
No other credentialing program gets aspiring actuaries more ready for their career than the SOA-Readiness pathway.
New Pathway Micro-credentials
Pre-Actuarial Foundations
Micro-credential*
Actuarial Science Foundations
Micro-credential*
Data Science for Actuaries
Micro-credential*
* All three are subsets of the Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) requirements. Holding any of these Micro-credentials does not convey practice rights.
SOAR higher as a Professional Affiliate Member
Earning either of the Actuarial Science Foundations or the Data Science for Actuaries micro-credentials unlocks access to our Professional Affiliate Membership. Go above and beyond with exclusive benefits, enhanced modes of learning, networking channels, and more.
Become a Professional Affiliate Member
*Note that Professional Affiliate Membership requires Micro-credential components just now launched.