If you hold one of the following qualifications, you may be eligible to pursue an alternate path to CFP® certification.
| Qualification | Path to Certification |
| CPA CFA Fellow of the FCIA LL.B./J.D. | You may apply to proceed directly to the CFP Professional Education Program. |
| Pl. Fin. | You may apply to proceed directly to the CFP Examination. |
| Foreign CFP Professional | Upon successful completion of IPE, you may apply to proceed directly to the CFP examination. |
The first step on your alternate path to CFP certification is to complete an Alternate Path to CFP Certification application.
To do so, login or create an account on the FP Canada Portal,
click the ‘My Applications’ link at the top, and complete the online application.
Applications take 1-2 business days to process. You will receive email notifications regarding the status of your application.
A $275 non-refundable
fee will apply to review the application and verify your eligibility. To view a complete list of FP Canada™ fees, refer to the FP Canada Fee Schedule.
If you are not eligible for an alternate path to certification, you may be eligible for an education exemption. Candidates who hold the following designations and licenses in good standing may apply for education exemptions from components of FP Canada’s Core Curriculum and Advanced Curriculum requirements:
For more information, visit our Education Exemptions page.