College for Financial Planning® – A Kaplan Company
📜 Designation Highlights
- AAMS® – Accredited Asset Management Specialist: Foundational credential for financial professionals focused on asset allocation, investment strategies, and client relationship management.
- CRPC® – Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor: Specializes in retirement income planning, Social Security, and distribution strategies for pre-retirees and retirees.
- CRPS® – Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist: Focused on employer-sponsored retirement plans, including plan design, fiduciary responsibilities, and regulatory compliance.
- FPQP™ – Financial Paraplanner Qualified Professional: Entry-level designation for support professionals assisting advisors with financial planning tasks and client service.
- AWMA® – Accredited Wealth Management Advisor: Advanced credential covering high-net-worth planning, estate strategies, and behavioral finance.
- APMA® – Accredited Portfolio Management Advisor: Focuses on portfolio construction, investment policy statements, and performance evaluation.
- ABFP® – Accredited Behavioral Finance Professional: Explores the psychological drivers of financial decision-making and client engagement.
- ADPA® – Accredited Domestic Partnership Advisor: Provides specialized guidance for LGBTQ+ and nontraditional households on financial planning and legal considerations.
- SE-AWMA® – Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor: Tailored for advisors serving athletes, entertainers, and creatives with unique income and planning needs.
🧭 Overview
The College for Financial Planning® – A Kaplan Company is a nationally recognized provider of professional designations, graduate programs, and continuing education for financial services professionals. Founded in 1972 and now part of Kaplan, the College pioneered the original CFP® certification curriculum and continues to offer a wide portfolio of credentials tailored to advisors at every stage of their career.
Programs are delivered online with flexible formats including self-paced, live virtual, and on-demand options. In addition to professional designations, the College offers graduate degrees such as the Master of Science in Personal Financial Planning (MS-PFP) and Master of Science in Financial Analysis (MSFA), along with certificate programs in ETFs, fiduciary standards, and portfolio construction.
🤝 Community & Support
Students and alumni benefit from Kaplan’s integrated learning platform, expert faculty, and career support resources. The College maintains strong ties to the financial planning profession through partnerships with firms, universities, and industry associations. Continuing education and ethics training are available to help professionals maintain credentials and stay current with evolving regulations and client needs.
📜 Designation Highlights (Recap)
Website: cffp.edu
Founded: 1972
Headquarters: Centennial, CO, United States
Phone: 800-237-9990
Credential Focus: Financial planning, retirement income, wealth management, behavioral finance, portfolio strategy
Flagship Designations: AAMS®, CRPC®, CRPS®, FPQP™, AWMA®, APMA®, ABFP®, ADPA®, SE-AWMA®
