Direct Path to QAFP^® Certification

Qualified Associate Financial Planner™ certification is designed for a new era of financial planning, helping professionals acquire the knowledge and skills they need, all informed by high ethical standards. QAFP professionals have demonstrated the competency to guide the financial well-being of a new generation of wealth builders.

The path to QAFP certification is structured to create proficiency sooner with new learning options and improved alignment between technical education and professional relationship development. Upon certification, QAFP professionals will have confidence in their capacity to provide holistic financial advice for today's speed of life.

To obtain QAFP certification, candidates must complete a comprehensive education program, pass a national exam, have a post-secondary diploma and demonstrate one year of qualifying work experience. To maintain certification, QAFP professionals must keep their knowledge and skills current by completing 12 hours of continuing education each year, including at least one hour of professional responsibility focused continuing education. They must also adhere to the FP Canada Standards Council™ Standards of Professional Responsibility, including a Code of Ethics which requires that QAFP professionals place their clients' interests first. The Standards Council vigilantly enforces these standards. For more information, refer to the QAFP Certification Policies.

Explore the steps below or click the diagram on the right to learn more.

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