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Certified Financial Fiduciary (CFF)
Designation Essentials
Status Currently offered and recognized by the issuing organization.
Issuing Organization National Association of Certified Financial Fiduciaries
Qualification and Educational Requirements
Prerequisites

Candidate must meet one of the following requirements:

  • 10 years of relevant work experience; or
  • 5 years of experience with a relevant bachelor’s or graduate degree

AND

  • Complete the candidate applicant profile, disclosure questionnaire and pass a criminal background check
Education Requirements

In-person training class
Examination Type

Final designation exam (multiple choice, online, proctored)
Continuing Education Requirements

10 hours annually
Verification and Complaints
Check Designation Status Online

Online at CFF Directory 
Investor Complaint Process

Online at Complaint Procedure
Published List of Disciplined Designees

None