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Take your career to the next level with CFP(R) certification

Your Career as a CFP® Professional
Obtaining CFP® certification will identify you as a true professional in one of the fastest growing and exciting careers today.
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Steps to Initial CFP® Certification
A quick reference to the steps for obtaining CFP® certification.
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Guide to CFP® Certification
Get the details on how to become a CFP® professional.
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Create an Account with CFP Board
Establish an online account with CFP Board to receive the most current information about the CFP® certification requirements.
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Most Recent CFP® Certification Exam Dates:
- November 18-19, 2011

Upcoming CFP® Certification Exam Dates:
- March 16-17, 2012 (Application Deadline 1/31/12)
- July 20-21, 2012 (Application Deadline 6/5/12)
- Nov. 16-17, 2012 (Application Deadline 10/2/12)

2012 CFP® Exam Policy Updates
The questions on the March 2012 and later administrations of the CFP® Exam will address the Job Task Domains identified through CFP Board's 2009 Job Analysis Study. CFP Board has announced several additional exam policy updates for 2012.
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Apply Online for the CFP® Certification Examination
If you have completed the education requirement for CFP® certification, you may apply online for the CFP® Certification Examination.
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Challenge to Sit for the CFP® Certification Examination
Certain degrees and professional credentials will automatically allow you to sit for CFP Board's CFP® Certification Examination without having to verify educational topic coverage.
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Access the Secure CFP Board Account Section
P: 800-487-1497
F: 202-379-2299
E: examinations@CFPBoard.org