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Background for Retirement Income Concepts in a Changed Consumer Environment Webcast

Financial Planning for Modern Women

Hilary Fiorella of The College’s Center for Women in Financial Services hosts a panel discussion with industry professionals and thought leaders on the four primary financial planning needs of women today.

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What GameStop Means for Future of Finance

The saga shines A spotlight on the democratization of financial markets, with impacts on investing and financial advice.

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2020 President’s Report

Our 2020 President's Report showcases how those in our community continue to make significant strides and bring about lasting change.

A nonprofit, accredited, degree-granting institution.

The American College of Financial Services places a premium on quality education. The College works tirelessly to ensure that society has informed, ethical financial service and insurance professionals it can trust. Our degrees and designations are universally recognized as representing the highest standard in expertise and education. More than 200,000 professionals have learned and honed their craft here. What they have found is that in the complex world of financial services, the key to success is being better prepared than the competition. It’s why so many return to The College throughout their careers.

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Our faculty provides expert insights into a variety of financial topics.

WHITE PAPER: The Rise and Fall of GameStop

Apr 07, 2021

5 Questions with Ed Slott, CPA

Apr 05, 2021

How Empathy Can Help Financial Services Become More Trustworthy

Mar 16, 2021

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Financial Planning Lessons Regular Folks Can Learn from Professional Athletes

Kiplinger

Apr 15, 2021

Breaking Down the Financial Strength of Social Security

Yahoo! Finance

Apr 15, 2021

How to Save for Retirement When You Don't Have a 401(k)

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WEBCAST: The Kevin O'Connor Philanthropic Innovation Case Study

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Apr 20, 2021 - Apr 20, 2021

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WEBCAST: Overcoming Financial Planning Challenges Facing Modern Women

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Apr 27, 2021 - Apr 27, 2021

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WEBCAST: Conference of African American Financial Professionals Breakout Session #3

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Apr 29, 2021 - Apr 29, 2021

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Whatever your goals, whatever your passion.

We believe that your education is never over. Whether you are just starting out in the financial services profession, looking to advance your earnings potential, or seeking greater career opportunities and satisfaction through specialization, we deliver premium financial services and insurance education options that are relevant, comprehensive, and convenient. We are dedicated to improving every facet of the financial services profession. From the creation of CLU^®, our first financial designation in 1927, to the launch of our immersive, goal-based investment management program, the WMCP^®, The American College of Financial Services continues to develop and deliver innovative programs that meet the needs of the changing financial landscape.

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“The ChFC^® sets you aside as a professional. It lets your clients know that you are in it for the long run. It tells the world that you are interested in being the best.”

Thomas J. O’Haren, CLU^®, ChFC^®

“The ChFC^® sets you aside as a professional. It lets your clients know that you are in it for the long run. It tells the world that you are interested in being the best.”

Richard Lamanno, MSFS

“I have to say that what I learned from the staff and students at The American College was immeasurable. It has helped me progress my professional career and made me a better advisor.”

Frank Lojewski, MSFS, ChFC^®, CLU^®, AEP

“I've found no other professional affiliation who knows financial services as well as The American College! We're grateful for all their valuable leadership, knowledge and advocacy in our industry. Thank you.”

The American College of Financial Services

Ed Slott and Company's IRA Success

Financial Planning for Modern Women

What GameStop Means for Future of Finance

2020 President’s Report

News & Events

Blog

In the News

Featured Events

CHOOSING A PROGRAM

That's right for you

“The ChFC® sets you aside as a professional. It lets your clients know that you are in it for the long run. It tells the world that you are interested in being the best.”

“The ChFC® sets you aside as a professional. It lets your clients know that you are in it for the long run. It tells the world that you are interested in being the best.”

“I have to say that what I learned from the staff and students at The American College was immeasurable. It has helped me progress my professional career and made me a better advisor.”

“I've found no other professional affiliation who knows financial services as well as The American College! We're grateful for all their valuable leadership, knowledge and advocacy in our industry. Thank you.”

“The ChFC^® sets you aside as a professional. It lets your clients know that you are in it for the long run. It tells the world that you are interested in being the best.”

“The ChFC^® sets you aside as a professional. It lets your clients know that you are in it for the long run. It tells the world that you are interested in being the best.”