At College for Financial Planning ® —a Kaplan Company, you can pursue a professional certification, complete your CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification education, or earn a master’s degree 100% online, on your schedule.

More than 50 years ago, the College for Financial Planning introduced the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification,* which is now one of the world’s most recognized and respected financial planning credentials.

The College for Financial Planning® is founded in 1972. Shortly after its founding, the College introduced the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER TM certification. The College’s first office was a small suite.

Explore the essential aspects of financial regulation, compliance requirements, and industry best practices at the College for Financial Planning.

CFP ® certification is granted only by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards to those persons who, in addition to completing an education requirement such as this CFP Board-Registered Program, have met its ethics, experience, and examination requirements.

The College for Financial Planning is a registered State Insurance Continuing Education (CE) Sponsor in all states that require sponsor registration. Only select courses are registered with the state insurance departments.

The College for Financial Planning's CFP Certification Professional Education Program is registered with CFP Board and the program fulfills the educational requirement for individuals seeking to obtain CFP ® certification.

Under most circumstances, you will be able to progress through a course or program by adhering to the procedures or soliciting assistance. The College for Financial Planning is committed to the equitable enforcement of its policies and makes reasonable efforts to resolve student concerns. Non-Academic Appeals

CFP ® certification is granted only by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards to those persons who, in addition to completing an education requirement such as this CFP Board-Registered Program, have met its ethics, experience, and examination requirements.