Certified Financial Literacy Professional℠ (CFLP℠)
The Certified Financial Literacy Professional℠ designation is for professionals who demonstrate content knowledge of financial literacy topics.
They have proven their expertise at understanding, applying, and analyzing the following subjects: Financial Psychology; Savings, Expenses, & Budgeting; Account Management & Team Members; Loans & Debt; Credit Profile; Income; Economic & Government Influences; Risk Management & Insurance; Investing & Personal Financial Planning; Education & Skill Development.
Lessons & Learning Outcomes
Lessons will cover the topics outlined in the Financial Literacy Framework and Standards, and emphasis is placed on higher-order thinking skill sets that demonstrate a deep understanding of personal finance topics.
Introduction & Pre-testing
Financial Psychology: 14 Lessons
Savings, Expenses, & Budgeting: 18 Lessons
Account Management: 13 Lessons
Loans & Debt: 17 Lessons
Credit Profile: 15 Lessons
Education & Skill Development: 14 Lessons
Income: 14 Lessons
Economic & Government Influences: 14 Lessons
Risk Management & Insurance: 23 Lessons
Investing & Personal Financial Planning: 25 Lessons
People for Whom the CFLP Course is Designed
The Certified Financial Literacy Professional℠ is for individuals looking to prove their knowledge of personal finance topics. This proven knowledge is commonly used to fulfill two main goals:
Professional Development
Those seeking professional development may include financial educators who want to improve their mastery of the topics, financial service professionals looking to expand their knowledge base, and individuals looking to work on their personal finances.
Compliance
This course is also used to ensure that people meet set financial topic knowledge standards. Examples: training for banking employees; HR personnel who assign coursework to employees to address wage garnishments or other financial issues; college student loan departments to proactively address student debt; etc.
Note: for those looking to teach personal finance to others – the Certified Financial Education Instructor Course® is the better option.
Course Requirements & Details
Training Schedule: Self-paced and self-directed.
Training Hours: 60 hours.
Testing: Complete test of 90 – 130 questions (varies by version) with a passing score of 80%. Online, closed-book test.
Ongoing Education: Every 3 years and must be completed within 7 months of anniversary date. 25 – 40 questions with a passing score of 80%. Training resources provided.
Prerequisite: None.
Standards & Disciplinary Process: View here.
Course Materials
Certified Financial Literacy Professional℠
Registration
Enroll now in the Certified Financial Literacy Professional℠ course to earn your CFLP designation.
Current NFEC Certified or Accredited Educators
- Includes everything to earn your certification:
- Training & Materials
- Examination Preparation & Examination
- Certificate & Certification Documentation
New Enrollees
- Includes everything to earn your certification:
- Training & Materials
- Examination Preparation & Examination
- Certificate & Certification Documentation
Guarantee, Terms, & Annual Renewal
A 30-Day No Questions Asked Guarantee. Read the complete terms and conditions. Every third year, training and testing are required to maintain CPFL status. Starting in year 2 (365 days after order), your annual investment is $47 and includes all the training, tools, and testing you need to keep your certification up-to-date.