Becker’s Trusted Partner for CFP® Education and Exam Prep
Your Accelerated Path to CFP® Certification Starts Here
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Unlock Your Trusted Path to CFP® Certification with Becker & BIF
The Boston Institute of Finance (BIF) and Becker have entered an exclusive partnership to empower CPAs with a streamlined path to CFP® certification—now with exclusive Friends & Family pricing you won’t find anywhere else. Together, we can help you achieve your goals and go further in your career.
Accelerated Path Packages for CPAs
Capstone Course Only
$695
Capstone + The Core BIF Review
$1,690 $1,495
Capstone and our essential CFP® Exam prep ideal for experienced candidates.
Capstone + The Premium BIF Review
$2,490 $2,195
Capstone and our intensive, instructor-led CFP® Exam prep course.
CFP® Education for non-CPAs
If you don't hold a CPA license or another approved credential, CFP Board requires you to complete a registered education coursework program. BIF’s program includes seven online courses, available as self-paced or instructor-led options to align with your learning preferences and busy schedule.
Self-Paced Education
$2,995
Fulfill your education coursework requirement with a convenient, self-paced program that includes 21 months of access.
Instructor-Led Education
$3,995
BIF's instructor-led cohort offers live, virtual classes for added support and accountability.
Why This Partnership Matters
- Together Becker and BIF are giving financial professionals a faster, smarter way to earn CFP® certification.
- Fast-Track to Certification: Complete your CFP® education in as little as 9 months.
- Flexible Options: Self-paced or live virtual classes designed for busy schedules.
- Preferred Pricing: Exclusive savings for Becker customers.
Connect with a Student Advisor
Fill out the form to the right to connect with a student advisor and find out how BIF's Accelerated Path bundles offer a fast track to meeting your career goals!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Capstone Course?
CFP® Board requires all CFP® candidates complete a Board-registered Financial Planning Capstone Course. This course ensures candidates can apply essential financial planning concepts to real-world scenarios through case studies, culminating in the creation of a complete financial plan.
How long does it take to complete the Capstone?
While BIF provides three-month access to the Capstone, most students finish it in just two weeks!
Do I have to take an Accelerated Path?
If you’re a CPA, but want to brush up on skills related to estate planning, tax planning, and other facets of financial planning, BIF’s CFP® Education program is both efficient and comprehensive. We also offer individual courses so if you just need to build up your knowledge in one or two key places, that’s a fast, affordable option.
What is the CFP® Exam?
It’s a single exam consisting of 170 multiple-choice questions related to eight topics:
- Professional Conduct and Regulation (8%)
- General Principles of Financial Planning (15%)
- Risk Management and Insurance Planning (11%)
- Investment Planning (18%)
- Tax Planning (14%)
- Retirement Savings and Income Planning (18%)
- Estate Planning (10%)
- Psychology of Financial Planning (7%)
How long does it take to pass the CFP® Exam?
It depends on how comfortable you are with the material and how much time you take to study. But The BIF Review is an 8-week course that goes over exactly what you need to know to pass the exam, so many of our students are exam ready in just a few months.
If you passed the CPA Exams, you can definitely pass the CFP® Exam with the right prep.