Certificate in Financial Planning
Earn your Certificate in Financial Planning through Kaplan University Online, and help people achieve their financial goals.
With the Kaplan’s Certificate in Financial Planning, students can get their career on the fast track and prepare for a career as a certified financial planner.
Employment opportunities for financial analysts and personal financial advisors is projected for tremendous growth over the coming years. By earning the CFP designation, financial planners beat out the competition. Through Kaplan’s CFP® Board-Registered Certificate in Financial Planning online, students can prepare to take the exam in 12 months or less. Students can study at their leisure and engage in interactive discussion boards and email, encouraging streamlined communication between students and instructors.
Graduates can enjoy the rewarding efforts of helping clients meet their financial goals by developing financial plans, identifying problem areas, and making recommendations for investments ideal for their client’s objectives. Employment opportunities are available through many institutions, including insurance companies, brokerage firms, banks, accounting and law firms, investment banks, mutual fund companies, independent financial planning firms, tax preparation firms, credit unions, and even as an independent consultant.
In 2006, personal financial advisors made an average of $66,120. For individuals in the middle 50 percent, they earned upwards of $114,260.
Areas of Study: Financial Planning
Degree Type: Certificates
Program is available online!