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Fri., Jul 3: In observance of Independence Day, the College for Financial Planning will be closed. Online testing will be available; however, online testing support will not be available.

CHARTERED MUTUAL FUND COUNSELOR SM OR CMFC® PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION PROGRAM
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AGREEMENT
ENROLL NOW
MENTOR PROGRAMS
SELF-STUDY
GENERAL INFORMATION
PROGRAM MATERIALS
EXAMINATION
FREE ASSESSMENT
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT
TOPICS
ENROLL NOW
Chartered Mutual Fund CounselorSM Professional Designation Program
Nonrefundable Enrollment Fee
Tuition
Printed Study Guides
Online Materials and MP3 Audio Files
Printed Workbooks
Mentor Classroom Instruction
Headset
Total Package Price
 
Total Package Price Includes
Online MENTOR Program
$160
$985
Self-Study Program
$160
       
$785

By clicking an Enroll button on this page, I understand that the College will use email as the primary method of communication with me concerning notification of information about policy changes, my status in the program, etc. I agree and consent to the College for Financial Planning® sharing my email address with instructors and other students in my classes for educational purposes. I also understand that it is my responsibility to keep the College informed of changes to my email address, mailing address, and phone numbers.

Furthermore, I have read, understand, and agree to all the policies and procedures stated in the catalog, and on the Web site of the College for Financial Planning, Inc., including but not limited to those relating to admission requirements, fees, sales tax, refund policy, updating of study materials, the Privacy Policy, examinations and testing activity, length of enrollment, and completion requirements.

MENTOR PROGRAMS

SELF-STUDY
GENERAL INFORMATION
The CMFC Program is the only industry-recognized mutual fund designation. It is the result of collaboration between the College for Financial Planning® and the Investment Company Institute (ICI), the primary trade association for the mutual fund industry. The program’s quality and thoroughness reflect the combined experience and expertise of the College and the ICI.

This program provides you with a thorough knowledge of mutual funds and their various uses as investment vehicles. As a graduate of the program, you can approach mutual funds with a new understanding and confidence, as well as having the ability to communicate that confidence to your clients.

The College for Financial Planning® awards the CHARTERED MUTUAL FUND COUNSELORSM AND CMFC® designation to students who:

  • successfully complete the program;
  • pass the final examination; and
  • comply with the Code of Ethics, which includes agreeing to abide by the Standards of Professional Conduct and Terms and Conditions. Applicants must also disclose of any criminal, civil, self-regulatory organization, or governmental agency inquiry, investigation, or proceeding relating to their professional or business conduct. Conferment of the designation is contingent upon the College for Financial Planning’s review of matters either self-disclosed or which are discovered by the College that are required to be disclosed.

Students must sign and return the Code of Ethics forms within six months of passing the final exam. Failure to complete and submit the forms within this time frame may result in termination of the individual’s candidacy. If an individual wishes to apply for authorization to use the Marks in the future, he or she may be required to fulfill the initial designation requirements in place at the time of passing the exam.

Successful students receive a certificate and are granted the right to use the designation on correspondence and business cards for a two-year period.

Continued use of the CMFC® designation is subject to ongoing renewal requirements. Every two years individuals must renew their right to continue using the CMFC® designation by:

  • completing 16 hours of continuing education;
  • reaffirming to abide by the Standards of Professional Conduct, Terms and Conditions, and self disclose any criminal, civil, self-regulatory organization, or governmental agency inquiry, investigation, or proceeding relating to their professional or business conduct; and
  • paying a biennial renewal fee of $75.

Detailed renewal requirements for the College for Financial Planning’s professional designation programs can be found on www.cffpalum.org/renewal.

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PROGRAM MATERIALS

All materials are provided in print and online* through your personalized "My Campus" page. Our curriculum is based on a client-centered, problem-solving method that uses case studies to give students a hands-on approach to the material. Also included are thousands of open-ended, multiple choice, and case analysis questions that help you prepare for the national exam and equip you with knowledge that will benefit your clients. As a further advantage, our highly qualified, full-time faculty is available via telephone, e-mail, and fax to support you in your studies.

*Online Mentor Program only

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EXAMINATION
Students are eligible to take the final exam 24 hours after enrollment. The exam is a multiple-choice exam, offered electronically, permitting you to test at your convenience.

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FREE ASSESSMENT
Experience our testing environment first-hand while you test your knowledge. Now you can take a sample exam similar to those you will find in our program.

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CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT
Completing the Chartered Mutual Fund Counselor Professional Education Program may fulfill the continuing education (CE) requirements of the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. The program may help meet the firm element of the securities industry’s (and therefore each company’s) CE requirements. Individual state Boards of accountancy establish the CPE requirements for each individual state. If you are a CPA who will be submitting CPE from taking the Colleges courses, you will need to make sure that the courses meet your respected state board requirements and report them to your state board. Please do not submit credits to NASBA. See details in the Continuing Education Table.

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TOPICS
  • Introduction to Mutual Funds
  • Open- & Closed-End Funds: Types & Characteristics
  • Other Packaged Investment Products
  • Risk/Return: Part I
  • Risk/Return: Part II
  • Asset Allocation
  • Selecting a Mutual Fund for a Client
  • Retirement Planning
  • Ethics, Integrity & Professional Conduct

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Because of the CMFC program, I can compare funds based on their past, present, and future directions. I have confidence in my knowledge ... and in my ability to communicate that knowledge to my clients.

Jan West, State Farm
CMFC® Graduate

 

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CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM, and CFP (with flame logo)® are certification marks owned by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. The College for Financial Planning does not certify individuals to use the CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM or CFP (with flame logo)® certification marks. CFP® certification is granted only by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards to those persons who, in addition to completing an education requirement such as this CFP Board-Registered Program, have met its ethics, experience, and examination requirements.