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Registered Social Security Analyst (RSSA)

Designation Essentials
Status Currently offered and recognized by the issuing organization
Issuing Organization National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts
Qualification and Training Requirements
Prerequisites

Candidates must:

  • be a FINRA registered securities professional; 
  • be a CPA, a CFP, an EA or a lawyer or have another professional license issued by a state agency;
  • have an insurance license issued by the state in which they practice; or
  • have registered with the IRS and obtained a valid preparer tax identification number (PTIN).
Designation Training Requirements

Online, self-study courses
Designation Exam Type

Online, proctored final exam
Continuing Education Requirements

Four hours annually
Verification and Complaints
Online Designation Resource

Online at Check Designation Status
Investor Complaint Process

Submit complaints via mail to NARSSA Membership, 2001 Grove Street, Wantagh, NY 11793.
Published List of Disciplined Designees

None