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Designation and degree programs
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Designations & Degrees
Financial education for today.
With a unique, and unwavering, commitment to Practical Academics — “Pracademics”— and real-world results, The American College of Financial Services offers driven financial services professionals one of the most valuable, and most valued, educations you can receive. The College is distinguished by resources of the highest quality, innovation in program delivery and design, and results that create sustainable career advantages. As a nonprofit, accredited education institution, our courses are researched and written by a faculty of the nation’s top thought leaders in financial services. Our goal is to ensure that our students are viewed by clients and peers as the best and brightest in their fields.
FINANCIAL SERVICES EDUCATION SINCE
1927
For the benefit of society
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.
TOP RANKED FACULTY
30+
of the nation’s top thought leaders in
financial services and management
“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®

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CHOOSING A PROGRAM
That's right for you
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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build your expertise with
12
professional programs of study
DESIGNATIONS AND DEGREES
WMCP®
Wealth Management Certified Professional®
Comprehensive education in goal-based personal investment management. Focused on creating diversified and efficient investment portfolios that meet client goals, WMCP® gives advisors a competitive edge with new ways to manage wealth.
RICP®
Retirement Income Certified Professional®
In today’s changing environment, the need for current, effective retirement income planning is greater than ever. Enhance your skill set and gain the knowledge you need to deliver meaningful and sustained value to your clients in their retirement years.
CFP® Certification
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ Certification Education
The nation’s best choice for advisors studying to become CFP® professionals. Our expert faculty ensure you are thoroughly prepared for the CFP® certification exam and for the rest of your career.
ChFC®
Chartered Financial Consultant®
Advanced financial planning for every person and every need. With practical application-based content, you’ll be better prepared for greater success with the ChFC®.
CLU®
Chartered Life Underwriter®
Protect clients, their families and their business with the premier designation for insurance professionals.
FSCP®
Financial Services Certified Professional®
Gain the practical and ethical skills you need to build a successful practice. The FSCP® offers the most complete skills training available today, with an emphasis on product knowledge and business marketing principles.
GRADUATE DEGREES
MSM, MSFS
Accredited, advanced degrees. Become a better leader with MSM or master financial services strategies with MSFS, now available with specialty concentrations.
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