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November 19 - 21, 2019, Portland, OR

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Become a certified motivator of financial change

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Are you passionate about helping people with their money so they can improve their lives?
If so, you’re in the right place.

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We ensure the highest level of knowledge, skill and integrity of the personal finance profession by certifying, connecting and supporting diverse professionals who serve communities worldwide.

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AFCPE certified professionals work in nonprofit organizations, banks/credit unions, private practice, higher education, military, and government. 

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BEN A MERCADO, AFC®

“I became an AFC® to give opportunities to clients that want financial change. My work requires professional development and to implement methods that promote that social change. I feel that AFCPE® sets high standards for professionals to achieve.”

DOMINIQUE REESE, AFC® , FFC®

“With this designation I'm able to provide not only the fundamentals of money management, but I'm also able to coach and encourage my clients so they can build assets and grown in their financial life.”

Upcoming Events

October 2019

October 22

Gambling Disorders: Special Considerations for Service Members

11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Free
October 24

FPA Connect: The 5 Essentials Skills of an Exceptional Advisor™

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free for AFCPE Members

November 2019

November 5

Member Meet Up: The Power of Mentorship

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
November 12

Credit as an Asset Training – Detroit

9:00 am - 5:00 pm
$145 – $220
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#ResearchWednesday: Counselors share lessons about working with diverse clients
#ResearchWednesday: Counselors share lessons about working with diverse clients

 At times financial counseling with culturally diverse clients may seem daunting and counselors may be unsure of how best to connect with their clients and help them effectively. This was true for some of the counselors we interviewed as part of our research, "Financial Counselors’ Experiences Working with Clients of...

October 09, 2019

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2019 Military Spouses Receive Fellowships to Conduct Financial Counseling
2019 Military Spouses Receive Fellowships to Conduct Financial Counseling

August 27, 2019

DataPoints & AFCPE® Form Partnership to Blend Financial Psychology Technology with the Leader in Financial Counseling, Coaching, & Education
DataPoints & AFCPE® Form Partnership to Blend Financial Psychology Technology with the Leader in Financial Counseling, Coaching, & Education

August 22, 2019

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