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Why College for Financial Planning® - a Kaplan Company?

The College was founded in 1972 to formalize the financial planning profession via the CFP® certification, which is now the nation’s premier financial planning credential. Having prepared over 70,000 professionals for the CFP® exam, College for Financial Planning®—a Kaplan Company is here to help you earn your mark.

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We have assembled the most effective, well-respected, and talented team of instructors and subject matter experts to guide you through the CFP® exam curriculum.

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CFP® certification program students receive industry-leading instruction, study tools, and learning experiences. Discover what it's like to be a student at College for Financial Planning®—a Kaplan Company.

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"After doing my research on the different CFP® certification programs, Kaplan was the easy choice...they ended up exceeding all expectation that I had."

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