In the highly competitive world of financial services, you need the knowledge and skills that will make you indispensable to your financial organization. We take training seriously and recognize the importance of staying current in today's market. Earning and maintaining a professional certification is not only an excellent way to obtain proficiency, it's also a visible reminder of your dedication to your career. We provide the training that professionals require to achieve their goals.
Ascensus partners with the following program and certification sponsors to offer continuing education credits.
Continuing Education Credits
Ascensus is an approved provider of continuing professional education with the following programs and certification sponsors. Please contact Ascensus at 800-346-3860 if you are interested in continuing education credits and to confirm the number of credits you receive per class per designation.
Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF)
Our Fall Forum courses meet the continuing education requirements for the AIF designation.
Accredited Investment Fiduciary Analyst (AIFA)
Our Fall Forum courses meet the continuing education requirements for the AIFA designation.
American Institute of CPAs (AICPA)
- Personal Financial Specialist (PFS)
American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA)
Our qualified plan programs meet the continuing education requirements for the ASPAA credentialing programs.
Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
Our IRA and qualified plan programs meet the continuing education requirements for the CFP designation.
Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC)
Our IRA and qualified plan programs meet the continuing education requirements for the CRC designation.
College for Financial Planning
- Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC)
- Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS)
Institute of Certified Bankers (ICB)
- Certified IRA Services Professional (CISP)
- Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA)
- Certified Retirement Services Professional (CRSP)
National Association of State Boards of Accountancy
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Ascensus is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors.
State Insurance
Our IRA seminars are approved for insurance continuing education credits for the States of Minnesota, North Dakota, Kansas, and Nebraska.