CFP^® Certification Exam 101

Wondering where to start when it comes to the CFP^® certification exam? Check out this recent article on everything you need to know! Read it now.

In this article, CFP Board’s Managing Director of Professional Practice, John Loper, CFP^® discusses everything you’ll need to know about the exam, from eligibility requirements, exam topics, how the exam is scored, and how you can prepare in the months leading up to sitting for the test.

Plus, see insights from two CFP^® professionals on their experience taking the exam and their tips for success. Read it now for more details!

Top tips you’ll read about:

• Choose a good time to take the CFP^® exam.
• Create a study schedule that plans for life events.
• Study like you’re preparing for a marathon with adequate breaks.
• Verbalize concepts as you study.
• Get help.
• Take as many practice questions as you can.
• Build your own practice exam as you study.
• Test drive the exam site.
• Don’t try to be an “A” student; just try to pass.

Don’t forget, as you start preparing to take the CFP^® exam, explore CFP Board’s free exam preparation tools and resources and incorporate them into your study plan.