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Why has the CIFP adopted a Web-based program? |
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CIFP has adopted this Web-based program to take advantage of the Web medium, to maximize the distance education methodology and to embrace all learning types across the learning spectrum. We have always understood distance learning and now with the Web-based program, we can help all students achieve their goals. |
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How many courses are there in the CIFP CFP® Certification Program? |
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The CIFP CFP Certification Program is comprised of four core courses (i.e. Retirement Planning, Income Tax Planning, Strategic Investment Planning and Risk Management and Estate Planning) and the Program Review and Evaluation Course. This comprehensive Program fully prepares students to write the first CFP® examination [i.e. Financial Planning Examination Level 1 (FPE1)] administered by the Financial Planning Standards Council (FPSC). The CIFP CFP Certification Program also provides a strong foundation of knowledge for students as they complete the CIFP FPSC-approved Capstone Course and prepare for the second CFP examination [i.e. Financial Planning Examination Level 2 (FPE2)] on the path to obtaining the CFP credential. |
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Do I receive my CFP designation at the conclusion of the CIFP CFP Certification Program? |
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The CIFP CFP Certification Program is an accredited, core curriculum education program and its completion is a critical first step on your path to obtaining the prestigious CFP designation however, in Canada, CFP certification is formally attained through the Financial Planning Standards Council (FPSC). |
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Am I able to receive a printed text for a CIFP course? |
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CIFP courses feature an online print function which enables you to print a specific page, lesson, unit or, even the entire course at your convenience and as you deem appropriate. However, we do also offer a professionally printed version of our online courses for a nominal fee of $130.00 (prices are subject to change). |
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Can I purchase the printed text without enrolling in a course? |
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Unfortunately, you have to enroll in a course in order to purchase the printed text. The printed text is an optional item intended to assist you in your learning. However, the Web-based course is the primary offering and should be the default format for accessing the course content. Keep in mind, our Web-based courses are interactive in nature and therefore, not all online content can be reproduced in print. |
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I have never taken a Web-based program before, can I get assistance on how to learn on the Web? |
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A tutorial on learning on the Web is available and will enable you to become familiar with the technical side of our courses as well as learning on the Web in general. This tutorial is included at no additional cost. |
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Can I access my course material from any computer? |
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Yes you can. A major benefit of Web-based courses is that it makes distance learning easy. With Web-based learning, your course materials will never be misplaced and you can access the course anywhere, anytime. All you need is access to the Internet, your username, password and student number. |
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What is the cost of the CIFP CFP Certification Program? |
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The regular cost of the entire CIFP CFP Certification Program is $2,055.00 (price is subject to change). Please contact CIFP, as we do offer various special offers and promotions that can significantly reduce your tuition costs. You can also review the Specials, offers & more section of our home page for promotions that are currently in effect. |
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Can you explain the structure of the courses? |
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CIFP's online courses are comprised of units, which are comprised of lessons, which are comprised of individual pages of content. Each unit and lesson has formal and informal assessments to reinforce the concepts you have learned. The formal assessments count towards your final mark and have specific due dates attached to them; the informal assessments are for you to test your understanding of the material as you progress through the course but, do not form part of your final grade. Each course also contains an informal pre-assessment (i.e. at the beginning of the course) and an informal post-assessment (i.e. at the end of the course) to help you gauge your level of comprehension. |
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What are the course requirements? |
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Generally, successful completion of a CIFP course requires completion of the formal assessments and a final, proctored course examination. The formal assessments account for 30% of your final course grade; the examination for each course represents 70% of your final mark. To achieve a pass status in the course, a minimum overall grade of 60% is required (i.e. cumulative grade including formal assessments and the final examination) in addition to a minimum grade of 60% on the final examination. |
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What is the Program Review and Evaluation? |
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The Program Review and Evaluation (PRAE) Course provides a review of the content learned from the four core courses that are part of the CIFP CFP Certification Program. The PRAE is made up of two formal, online assessments, each containing 100 questions. Completion of these two assessments will help you review the key learning objectives in preparation for the Program Examination. The two assessments make up 15% of your final grade for the PRAE; the Program Examination is worth 85% of your final grade. Successful completion of the PRAE requires a minimum grade of 60% on the Program Examination and an overall grade of 60% in the PRAE (i.e. cumulative grade including formal assessments and the final examination). |
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are certification marks owned outside the U.S. by Financial Planning Standards Board Ltd. (FPSB). Financial Planning Standards Council is the marks licensing authority for the CFP marks in Canada, through agreement with FPSB.