CFP Board Continues Trend of Record Certifications, Exam Candidates

By Edward Rueda January 15, 2026 PlanAdviser

CFP Board announced a record number of new CFP® certificants and exam candidates last year, with the certificant class including the largest number of racially and ethnically diverse professionals in a single year. CFP Board CEO Kevin R. Keller, CAE says the growth demonstrates the immense value of CFP® certification as a clear standard for financial planning.