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CE Requirements for QAFP

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Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP) Professionals CE Requirements Overview

CE Requirements12 hours of CE annually. 
License Renewal PeriodRenew by July 31st annually.
CE Reporting CycleThe reporting period is from January 1 to December 31 annually.
Ethics RequirementMinimum 1 Hour of professional responsibility. Click here to view our course
Carryover CreditsUp to 11 CE credits in the "Financial Planning" category can be carried forward. However, any excess credits cannot be carried forward beyond one calendar year.
Subject Area Restrictions
  • Financial Planning – Minimum 7 credits 
  • Practice Management, Product Knowledge, and Giving Back – Maximum 5 credits cumulatively.

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Simplifying Regulations for 2025

CE Requirement12 hours annually.
Initial CPE HoursQAFP professionals are exempt from CE requirements in all categories, including the category of Professional Responsibility, in the year they pass the QAFP exam and the following two consecutive calendar years. View more
Ethics RequirementMinimum 1 Hour of professional responsibility. View more
Content Requirement
  • Financial Planning – Minimum 7 credits 
  • Practice Management, Product Knowledge, and Giving Back – Maximum 5 credits cumulatively.
Subject AreasClick here to check QAFP’s detailed approved FOS/ subject areas for CE Credits.
Learning Modes
Up to 50 credits of CE can be through self-study.
Eligible Learning Activities
Eligible learning activities include Seminars/Conferences/Webinars, In-House Training, Self-Study/Online Courses (50 credits max), College/University Courses (50 credits max per full semester course), and more.
CPE Deadline
CPE credits must be completed by December 31 annually.
Fast Track CE
Our Fast Track QAFP CE packages are expertly curated bundles that meet QAFP’s exact continuing education requirements. Save significant time selecting individual courses by choosing our comprehensive packages that cover all your CE needs. View more
Reporting
January 1 to December 31 annually.
License Renewal
Renew your CPA license by July 31 annually, if not renewed by this date, then a late fee of $50 will be applicable. View more
Carry Forward
Up to 11 CE credits in the "Financial Planning" category can be carried forward. However, any excess credits cannot be carried forward beyond one calendar year. View more
Record Retention
Maintain records of completed CE credits for 3 years as they may be subject to audit by the state board. View more
Renewal Fees
The renewal fee for QAFP is $280. View more

Do MYCPE ONE Courses Qualify for CE for Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP)? - YES!

Certified Financial Planner (CFP-CA) accepts continuing education courses from FP Canada board sponsors, and MYCPE ONE is a registered sponsor (Approval ID: CE17386) and specializes in various learning formats, including - 

  • Group Internet Based Live Webinars   
  • QAS Self-Study - Self-Paced Courses  
  • Group Live

For convenient access to our courses, Click here to explore the MYCPE ONE course catalog. We offer an all-inclusive subscription model, similar to Netflix, where a single subscription gives you access to the most extensive online course catalog. Plus, our subscription rates are 60% lower than other platforms. Subscribe today!

Contact Information for the FP Canada

Address :902-375 University Ave, 
Toronto, ON M5G 2J5 
Mail :info@fpcanada.ca
Phone : 416-593-8587 
Toll Free :1-800-305-9886 
Fax : 416-593-7412 
Website: FP Canada 

Disclaimer: We regularly update our website to ensure the information regarding QAFP CE requirements is current and accurate. However, for your complete understanding and to ensure compliance, we strongly advise you to visit the official state requirement page for the most up-to-date and definitive information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QAFP professionals must complete 12 CE hours annually.

New QAFP professionals are exempt from CE requirements in all categories, including Professional Responsibility, during the year they pass the QAFP exam and for the following two consecutive calendar years.

QAFP professionals must complete a minimum of 1 hour in Professional Responsibility annually. Click here to view our course

Yes, QAFP professionals must complete a minimum of 7 CE credits in Financial Planning. The combined total for Practice Management, Product Knowledge, and Giving Back is capped at 5 credits annually.

Click here to view the detailed list of approved subject areas for QAFP CE credits.

Up to 50 CE credits can be completed through self-study.

No, FP Canada disapproves of nano-learning as a method of earning CE.

Eligible activities include seminars, conferences, webinars, in-house training, self-study/online courses (up to 50 credits), college/university courses (up to 50 credits per full semester course), and more.

CE credits must be completed by December 31 each year.

Fast Track QAFP CE packages are curated bundles designed to meet QAFP continuing education requirements. These packages save time by offering a comprehensive selection of courses that fulfill all CE needs.

The reporting period for QAFP professionals is January 1 to December 31 each year.

QAFP licenses must be renewed annually by July 31. A late fee of $50 applies if not renewed by this date.

Yes, QAFP professionals can carry forward up to 11 CE credits in the "Financial Planning" category, but excess credits cannot be carried forward beyond one calendar year.

QAFP professionals must retain CE records for three years, as they may be subject to audit by the state board.

The renewal fee for QAFP professionals is $280.

Failure to renew by the renewal date will result in a forfeiture of rights to use the QAFP marks and removal from FP Canada’s "Find a Planner" or Certificate online directory until all requirements are met. The digital badge and printable certificate will reflect that the individual is no longer certified based on the certification end date. Click here for more details.

Yes, Certified Financial Planner (CFP-CA) accepts CE courses from FP Canada board sponsors, and MYCPE ONE is a registered sponsor (Approval ID: CE17386), meeting QAFP CE requirements. You can refer to the "QUALIFIES FOR" section on each course page for eligibility details.

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