CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification is the standard of excellence in financial planning. CFP® professionals meet rigorous education, training and ethical standards that …

Become a certified financial planner by completing the 4 Es: Education, Exam, Experience and Ethics. Understand the CFP® certification process and start your career in financial planning.

Explore CFP Board-Registered Education Programs online or in-person. Find certificate or degree options that meet CFP professional education requirements.

Explore the education and eligibility requirements for the CFP® exam, offered three times a year. Learn about registration, preparation tools, and key deadlines.

Explore CFP® exam content, topics, format, and key dates. Learn who can take the exam, how it's scored, and how to prepare effectively for success.

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The CFP® exam tests your knowledge of a broad base of financial planning topics. Exam questions are linked to the Principal Knowledge Topics.

Discover the CFP® certification standards, qualifications, and NCCA accreditation that define the highest level of financial planning expertise.

Learn how CFP Board’s Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct guide ethical, fiduciary, and professional behavior for all Certified Financial Planners.

Learn about upcoming CFP® exam date windows (in March, July & November), the registration process and scheduling your date with Prometric.