You believe in a future where all people — regardless of income or background — deserve financial security through the highest quality financial counseling, coaching and education.
As an Accredited Financial Counselor, you help make it a reality.
Why the AFC?
Confidence
Credibility
Impact
The Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC) certification provides you with the knowledge and experience to meet individuals and families where they are, help them build a strong financial foundation, realize their goals and achieve lasting financial well-being.
How can I use my AFC?
AFC professionals work in a variety of capacities across the field of personal finance. Explore our career center to learn more about the career pathways you can take with an AFC credential.
What Makes the AFC Different?
We are proud to be NCCA-accredited.
The AFC’s compliance with NCCA standards shows that the educational content and testing for the AFC is psychometrically sound and has been developed, maintained, and governed at the highest standard. NCCA accreditation sets the AFC certification mark apart from all other financial counseling certifications in the field. It confirms to employers, colleagues, and clients the rigor and quality of the AFC education.
In good company: View FINRA’s list of accredited designations.
How do I earn my AFC?
4 Steps to Certification
The following steps can be completed in any order; every candidate’s journey is different. You will have 3 years from the date of enrollment to complete the program.
Education
5 pathways to choose from to satisfy the educational requirements to be eligible to sit for the exam.
Exam
1 proctored examination offered on a rolling basis at over 300 locations nationwide.
Experience
1000 hours are required. There are many ways to earn hours and past experience may count.
Ethics
3 years from enrollment to complete all requirements including signing the AFCPE Code of Ethics.
How will AFCPE support me?
Registering for the AFC is a big decision. We want to make sure you have a strong community, staff support, and career guidance on your journey to earning the AFC.
Office Hours
Connected Community
Career Center
Find your dream
financial counseling
job or internship.
Special Pricing
- AFC exam discounts for students
- Group pricing
- Military educational benefits
- myCAA for eligible military spouses
Become an AFCPE Member
How do I maintain my certification?
Learn more about post-certification requirements.
Pay Annual Fee
Due each year by June 30.
Earn 30 CEUs
Due every two years by June 30. Always due in an even year.
Re-sign Code of Ethics
Upholding the highest standards.
Looking for more information?
Self-Paced Study
Financial Education Challenge
Professional Designation Challenge
Registered Education Programs
Independent Trainer
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