Certification Process

Competence. Credibility. Confidence. The path to CFP® certification is a rigorous but rewarding process that gives you the knowledge and skills you need for a fulfilling career.

AFP

ASSOCIATE FINANCIAL PLANNER

Module 1: Foundations in Financial Planning

AWP

ASSOCIATE WEALTH PLANNER

Module 1: Foundations in Financial Planning

Module 4: Investment Planning

Module 5: Retirement Planning

CFP

CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER

Module 1: Foundations in Financial Planning

Module 2: Risk Management and Insurance Planning

Module 3: Tax Planning & Estate Planning

Module 4: Investment Planning

Module 5: Retirement Planning

Module 6: Financial Plan Construction and Professional Responsibilities

CERTIFICATE

Congratulations! Now that you’ve passed the modules required for AFPCM, AWPCM, or CFP® certification, it’s time to communicate your expertise and advance your career using your newly issued designation.

How to apply for your certification?

Please log-in to your FPAS account to apply. Upon successful application of your AFPCM, AWPCM, or CFP® certification, FPAS will issue the physical certificate of your respective certification.

Collection of physical certificates

An email will be sent to you by support@fpas.org.sg on the collection of your physical certificate. This process will take about 2 weeks from the payment received date.

FPAS APPROVED EDUCATION PROVIDERS

The education providers listed below have registered a financial planning curriculum that satisfies the FPAS education requirement. FPAS does not endorse one program over another. Programs can also differ in their delivery methodologies with some having classroom-based instructions and others offering online courses.

Education providers oversee their respective administrations and charging policies. Should you have enquiries regarding education providers, you may contact FPAS.

Our education providers are approved to conduct the following programs:

1. ASSOCIATE FINANCIAL PLANNER; or AFPCM

2. ASSOCIATE WEALTH PLANNER, or AWPCM

3. CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ or CFP®

Following are the approved education providers:

Financial Perspectives Pte Ltd Finerty Academy Pte Ltd TMC Academy Pte Ltd
1 Sophia Road, #07-27, Peace Centre, Singapore 228148
International Plaza, 10 Anson Road, #16-12, Singapore 079903
Paya Lebar Campus, 805 Geylang Road, Singapore 389683
6533 6121
9697 9201
8023 3870
enquiries@fp-edu.com
contact@finerty.com.sg
info@tmc.edu.sg
www.fp-edu.com
www.finerty.com.sg
www.tmc.edu.sg

EXAMINATIONS SCHEDULE 2023

Click here to access the examination schedule for the Year 2023.

EXAMINATIONS FEES 2023

Module 1

$324

Module 2

$194.40

Module 3

$194.40

Module 4

$194.40

Module 5

$194.40

Module 6

$302.40

Note: Exam fees with 8% GST on and after before 01 Jan 2023

EXAMINATIONS FEES 2024

Module 1

$327

Module 2

$196.20

Module 3

$196.20

Module 4

$196.20

Module 5

$196.20

Module 6

$305.20

Note: Exam fees with 9% GST on and after before 01 Jan 2024

ELIGIBILITY

GCE "A" Level Certificate or Diploma or minimum 3 years of relevant working experiences.

EXAMINATION FORMAT

1. Exams can be conducted through E-Assessment and written format.

2. Module 1 to Module 5 E-Assessment.

Please download and return a signed copy of the “Agreement on the Rules of Conduct” during E-Assessment.

Agreement on the Rules of Conduct
System requirements for assessment platform

3. Module 6 is a 3.5 hour written examination.

4.Exam Policies

5. The passing score is determined by proprietary formula and is not a fixed benchmark.

CODE OF ETHICS

The Code of Ethics are general standards that shall apply to all classifications of membership, unless otherwise stated. Every member shall conform to the general standards set out in their professional activities and conduct.

1

CLIENT FIRST

Members shall place the client’s interests first; requiring them to act honestly and not place personal gain or advantage before the client’s interest.

2

INTEGRITY

Ensure sufficient professional and ethical standards to maintain the confidence and trust of existing and prospective customers

3

OBJECTIVITY

To provide members with education, training and information to enhance their provision of objective professional financial advice

4

COMPETENCE

To provide members with education, training and information to enhance their provision of objective professional financial advice

5

FAIRNESS

To provide members with education, training and information to enhance their provision of objective professional financial advice

6

DILIGENCE

Develop and maintain high ethical standards for members

7

PROFESSIONALISM

Represent the industry and its members to ensure an operating environment which is conducive to providing high quality financial advice

8

CONFIDENTIALITY

Represent the industry and its members to ensure an operating environment which is conducive to providing high quality financial advice

9

COMPLIANCE

Represent the industry and its members to ensure an operating environment which is conducive to providing high quality financial advice

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