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CFP^® Certification Frequently Asked Questions

What is the relationship between Kaplan and College for Financial Planning^®?

How does the acquisition of College for Financial Planning^® affect programs and exam prep products?

What will I receive when I register for a self-study online education course?

What will I receive when I register for a live online education course?

How many tests do I have for each education course and how much time is allowed?

How long will I have access to my online assets?

How do I prove to CFP Board that I have completed the required coursework?

What is my next step to passing the CFP^® exam after completing the education requirements?

I'm locked out of my Kaplan course. What should I do?

How do I contact Kaplan Tech Support?

How can I contact CFP Board?

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Need a Little Guidance?

866.963.8329

CFP^® Certification Programs for Your Career Path

Frequently Asked Questions About the CFP^® Exam

CFP^® Certification vs. MS in Personal Financial Planning: Everything You Need to Decide

How Hard is the CFP^® Exam?

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FAQs

CFP® Certification Frequently Asked Questions

What is the relationship between Kaplan and College for Financial Planning®?

How does the acquisition of College for Financial Planning® affect programs and exam prep products?

What will I receive when I register for a self-study online education course?

What will I receive when I register for a live online education course?

How many tests do I have for each education course and how much time is allowed?

How long will I have access to my online assets?

How do I prove to CFP Board that I have completed the required coursework?

What is my next step to passing the CFP® exam after completing the education requirements?

I'm locked out of my Kaplan course. What should I do?

How do I contact Kaplan Tech Support?

How can I contact CFP Board?

What is VitalSource?

Need a Little Guidance?

866.963.8329

CFP® Certification Programs for Your Career Path

Frequently Asked Questions About the CFP® Exam

CFP® Certification vs. MS in Personal Financial Planning: Everything You Need to Decide

How Hard is the CFP® Exam?

LICENSING

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

MASTERS PROGRAM

CONTINUING EDUCATION

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

IT TRAINING

ADVANCED DESIGNATIONS

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATES

ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING

WHOLESALE REAL ESTATE

KAPLAN COMPANIES

CFP^® Certification

CFP^® Certification

CFP^® Certification Frequently Asked Questions

What is the relationship between Kaplan and College for Financial Planning^®?

How does the acquisition of College for Financial Planning^® affect programs and exam prep products?

What is my next step to passing the CFP^® exam after completing the education requirements?

CFP^® Certification Programs for Your Career Path

Frequently Asked Questions About the CFP^® Exam

CFP^® Certification vs. MS in Personal Financial Planning: Everything You Need to Decide

How Hard is the CFP^® Exam?