Paths to Certification
The paths to certification are designed to ensure that FP Canada™ certificants meet the high standards of competence and ethics required to meet the evolving needs of Canadians and ensure that they remain relevant to the practice
of financial planning.
Learn more about QAFP™ certificationLearn more about CFP® certificationIf you are interested in pursuing CFP certification, and hold a relevant financial or other professional qualification (Pl. Fin., CPA, CFA, FCIA, LL.B./J.D. or are a Foreign CFP Professional), you may be eligible to pursue an alternate
path to certification.
Learn more about alternate paths to CFP certificationLearn more about relevant professional qualifications path to QAFP certificationThere are two routes available for QAFP professionals seeking CFP certification.
Learn more about the QAFP Certification Bridge Path to CFP CertificationIn addition, candidates who hold certain other designations or licenses may apply for education exemptions from components of FP Canada-Approved Core Curriculum and Advanced Curriculum requirements.
Learn more about education exemptions