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Register for AFCPE 2026 Symposium

AFCPE® is all in on community, impact, and connection—and the 2026 AFCPE® Symposium is where it all comes together. Join us this year in the metro Washington, DC area, or participate virtually from anywhere. Make your plan now to be part of an event designed to inspire, educate, and strengthen the financial counseling and education community. We’re all in.

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Explore how AFCPE Membership can support your professional journey, no matter at what stage you are in.

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Explore the AFC® Learning System

Check out the new AFC® Learning System, designed to help you prepare to pass the AFC Certification® Exam.

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Meet with an AFC®

When you work with an AFC® professional you receive financial education and guidance specific to your unique situation and needs.

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Are you passionate about helping people with their money so they can improve their lives?
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AFCPE certified professionals work in nonprofit organizations, banks/credit unions, private practice, higher education, military, and government. 

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AFCPE® Membership enhances your work and career by providing you with resources such as free professional development and a strong community.

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DOMINIQUE REESE, AFC® , FFC®

“With this designation I'm able to provide not only the fundamentals of money management, but I'm also able to coach and encourage my clients so they can build assets and grow in their financial life.”

BEN A MERCADO, AFC®

“I became an AFC® to give opportunities to clients that want financial change. My work requires professional development and to implement methods that promote that social change. I feel that AFCPE® sets high standards for professionals to achieve.”

Upcoming Events

May 2026

April 1 – April 2

Certified Military Housing Specialist

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Military Money HQ: Planning & Budgeting

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April 8

Military Money HQ: Credit, Debt & Consumer Protection

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June 2026

June 1

Breaking Money Silence Book Study

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Real Money, Real Experts: Advocacy Made Accessible: Using Your Voice for Financial Change with Lisa Whitley
Real Money, Real Experts: Advocacy Made Accessible: Using Your Voice for Financial Change with Lisa Whitley

Episode 150: Advocacy Made Accessible: Using Your Voice for Financial Change with Lisa Whitley Download the transcript or watch on Youtube! In this episode of Real Money, Real Experts, hosts Dr. Brandy Baxter and Rachael DeLeon sit down with Lisa Whitley, accredited financial counselor, and founder of MoneyByLisa LLC, a...

May 26, 2026

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2026 FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellowship Application Opens
2026 FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellowship Application Opens

March 02, 2026

AFCPE Announces 2025 Award Recipients, Honoring Excellence in the field of Financial Education
AFCPE Announces 2025 Award Recipients, Honoring Excellence in the field of Financial Education

January 16, 2026

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The Wall Street Journal Buy Side - Should You Hire a Financial Coach?

Allison Sanka AFC®, was featured.

The Wall Street Journal Buy Side - What Is a Financial Counselor?

Annette Harris AFC®, and Brittany Bramlett AFC®, were both featured.

Bloomberg Law - Lawyers May Hate Math, but They Must Develop Financial Know-How

Jessica Medina AFC®, was featured.

ABA Journal - More Firms are Helping Lawyers Stress Less Over Money

Jessica Medina AFC®, was featured.

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