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Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)
Designation Essentials
Status Currently offered and recognized by the issuing organization.
Issuing Organization Society of Certified Senior Advisors
Qualification and Educational Requirements
Prerequisites

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

  • Complete a candidate information profile
  • Complete a disclosure questionnaire
  • Pass a criminal background check
  • Pass the Roles, Rules, and Responsibilities Ethics Exam
  • Complete and submit the signed Certified Senior Advisors Application for Certification, which includes agreeing to the CSA Terms of awarding and maintaining certification
Education Requirements

None
Examination Type

Final certification exam (proctored, closed book)
Continuing Education Requirements

30 CSA credits every three years
Verification and Complaints
Check Designation Status Online

Online at CSA Locator
Investor Complaint Process

Online at File a Complaint
Published List of Disciplined Designees

Yes at Board Revocations