Report Misconduct / File a Complaint
If you feel any of our Certified and/or Accredited financial wellness professionals have acted in a way that concerns you or violated our standards, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring the highest quality financial wellness professionals who contribute positively toward your financial health.
Uphold NFEC Standards
A key tenet of all National Financial Educators Council Certified and/or Accredited financial wellness professionals is acting in the best interests of the people they serve. This principle requires adherence to standards and a code of conduct that outlines responsibilities they must follow to remain in good standing.
Financial Educator Standards
Framework for Teaching Personal Finance outlines standards across 4 domains: Planning and Preparation, Classroom Environment, Instruction, and Professional Responsibilities.
Financial Coaches & Counselors
Financial Coaching Standards & Code of Conduct outlines standards across 3 domains: Ethical Standards, Practice Standards, and Professional Standards.
Disciplinary Process for Violation
The National Financial Educators Council® developed a disciplinary process that is tiered based on the incident. The NFEC℠ will review all incidents reported, take appropriate action, and inform you of the results. The actions taken include but are not limited to: