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Education and Experience
Resources designed to facilitate your understanding of the CFP® certification requirements.
Apply for Scholarships and Financial Aid
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CFP Board Center for Financial Planning administers scholarship programs that assist individuals on the pathway to completing the education and exam requirements for CFP® certification.
Four Ways to Gain Experience
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Looking to acquire more experience hours? Learn more about The Externship, Amplified Planning's Financial Planning Discovery Courses, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), and Peer Financial Coaching.
Two Ways to Fulfill the Education Requirement of CFP® Certification
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A key step toward earning CFP® certification is completing the required coursework at a college or university with a financial planning program registered with CFP Board. Learn more about the two ways to satisfy the education requirement.