AFCPE Membership assists you in better serving your clients.
From timely continuing education to a network of like-minded professionals sharing best practices, membership gives you the tools and community you need to show up more confidently for your clients every day.
How Membership Supports You in Supporting Your Community
Learning and Development
Membership keeps you connected to timely, field-relevant learning opportunities throughout the year — many at no additional cost. AFC® Certified professionals and Candidates can apply most of these opportunities toward CEUs and Experience Hours.
AFCPE-Sponsored Webinars
Members access all live and on-demand webinars at no cost — a savings of up to $600 per year compared to non-member rates of $50 per session. Earn CEUs and/or Experience Hours. Visit Upcoming Events for a calendar of future webinars.
FPA Connect Webinars
Each month, members are invited to a free webinar hosted in partnership with the Financial Planning Association (FPA) — exclusive to AFCPE members and selected to strengthen skills across the profession. FPA webinars are eligible for CEUs and/or Experience Hours.
AFCPE Symposium
Members receive a discounted rate to attend the Annual Symposium — the field’s premier gathering for learning, networking, and earning up to 15 CEUs or Experience Hours.
JFCP Journal Quizzes
Members receive free access to journal quizzes tied to each JFCP issue — an exclusive benefit valued at $150 per year. Members can earn 2 CEU credits for each completed quiz.
Community and Connection
Membership connects you to a national network of professionals who share their commitment to serving individuals and families.
AFCPE Member Exchange
An interactive community platform where members network, share resources, discuss field trends, and exchange best practices — accessible online and via mobile.
Empowerment Communities
Quarterly Virtual Meetups
Member-led virtual gatherings each month for learning and idea-sharing, available live and on-demand exclusively for members.
Task Force Involvement
Members can contribute to and directly inform AFCPE’s work through our active task forces spanning, awards, government relations, journal, grants, symposium, student, newsletter and communications.
Research and Publications
Members stay informed through access to peer-reviewed research and field communications that bridge scholarship and practice.
Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning
Free member access to AFCPE’s peer-reviewed research journal, published three times per year. It covers financial decision-making, counseling techniques, and education practice. A $150 annual value.
The Standard Newsletter
Articles contributed by members, staff, and field experts on research, practice, and trends in financial counseling. Members are encouraged to submit their own work for publication.
Money Mindset Blog
Members who are also AFC professionals are invited to write blog articles designed to educate people on topics core to the AFC including money management, debt and credit management, student loans, budgeting, and financial wellness.
Career Development
Membership offers tools to support your professional growth and elevate your societal impact.
Experience Portal
An exclusive member benefit listing volunteer and internship opportunities with mission-driven organizations. AFC® Candidates can find pre-approved opportunities to earn Experience Hours.
Moreover, member organizations can post opportunities for free or $20 for a 30-day listing.
AFCPE Career Center
Members receive a 50% discount on all Career Center packages — a resource for both job seekers and organizations looking to connect with qualified financial counseling professionals.
Recognition and Grant Funding
AFCPE recognizes the contributions members make to the field and their communities and supports innovative work through annual awards and grant funding.
Annual AFCPE Awards
Members are invited to apply for recognition of their work, programs, and contributions to the profession. Award winners are honored at Symposium and recognized through a national press release. Many awards offer a monetary prize.
Mary O'Neill Mini Grant
An annual $5,000 grant open exclusively to AFCPE members, awarded for the development and implementation of innovative, high-impact financial education projects. The Mary O’Neill Grant is made possible by Dr. Barbara O’Neill, an AFCPE® member and Past President of AFCPE®, in honor of her late mother, Mary O’Neill, a financially capable woman.
Insight to Impact Grant
Through the Insight to Impact Initiative, researchers and practitioners come together on collaborative projects aimed at building meaningful connections, developing innovative models, deepening understanding of evidence-based practices, and improving access, equity, and capacity for financial professionals and the communities they serve.
Discounts on Education and Resources
Members save on tools and educational resources that directly support their professional practice and, thus, their communities.
Essentials Courses
Members receive a 10% discount on including Money Management Essentials and Military Essentials 2nd ed.
Discount may not be combined with other offers.
Save on Symposium
Members receive a reduced registration rate for the Annual Symposium — the field’s premier event for professional development, networking, and CEU earning.
Partner Rates
AFCPE partners with reputable organizations to offer member discounts on tools, educational resources and services that support counselors in their work in their communities.
Membership Options and Rates
Professional Membership - $175 annually
Emeritus Membership - $100 annually
Student Membership - $50 annually
Do you have questions or are you interested in group rates? We invite you to inquire about group membership and review all membership categories. Contact our Member Services team.
Membership Options and Rates
With access to timely continuing education and a network of professionals dedicated to sharing best practices, AFCPE Membership gives you the confidence and community to show up for your clients and community at your best — every single day.
Membership Runs on an Anniversary year, providing you with access to all member benefits for a full year. Your membership renewal date will be on the date your membership request is approved.
Membership dues are separate from certification fees. Read AFCPE®’s Refund & Transfer Policy here.
NOTE: AFCPE® membership and certification are completely separate divisions of the organization. While membership offers additional benefits to our certified professionals and provides a community for them to network and share best practices, certification is not required to hold membership. Additionally, AFC® candidates and professionals are not required to hold membership. However, if you are interested in also becoming certified, please visit the Certification section of the website. AFCPE® Membership dues are nonrefundable.
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