Certificates and Credentialing
ASPPA offers two certificate programs and four credentialing tracks, supporting seven distinct credentials, for retirement plan professionals. For an overview of the different examinations required for the various ASPPA programs, please click here.
Certificate Programs
ASPPA has designed the Retirement Plan Fundamentals and the Tax-Exempt & Governmental Plan Administration certificate programs to meet the needs of pension plan professionals. For more information, please click here.
Credentialing Programs
ASPPA membership comprises the many disciplines supporting retirement income management and benefits policy—and represents the most committed individuals in the profession. ASPPA membership means more than being a credentialed professional. It’s an assurance of quality and integrity.
ASPPA credentials place you at the top of the pension profession. All ASPPA education programs are expanded and improved every year to address legal and regulatory changes. ASPPA examinations probe each subject fully—leading to the award of highly-regarded professional credentials.
ASPPA offers four credentialing tracks:
In addition to the above credentialing programs, ASPPA also offers the Associated Professional Member (APM) credential.
Why an ASPPA Credential?
Since 1966, financial professionals, retirement plan administrators, consultants, and actuaries have earned more than 8,000 credentials. If you have not already distinguished yourself with the ASPPA assurance of credibility and leadership in the retirement industry – why are you waiting?
• Increase your knowledge • Advance your career
• Demonstrate your expertise • Give yourself a competitive edge