Skip to main content

Important Disclaimer: FINRA does not approve or endorse any professional credential or designation. Learn More >>

Accredited Pension Representative (APR)

Designation Essentials
Status Currently offered and recognized by the issuing organization.
Issuing Organization National Institute of Pension Administrators
Qualification and Training Requirements
Prerequisites Enrolled Retirement Plan Agent designation OR either an insurance license or a FINRA Series 6, 7, 65, 66 or 24 license
Designation Training Requirements Two self-self study courses (if not an Enrolled Retirement Plan Agent)
Designation Exam Type Final course examinations (online)
Continuing Education Requirements 10 hours annually
Verification and Complaints
Online Designation Resource None
Investor Complaint Process None
Published List of Disciplined Designees None