ChFC
Education & Academia abbreviation · Professional Certification
| Stands for | Chartered Financial Consultant |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
ChFC stands for Chartered Financial Consultant, a professional certification abbreviation.
Financial planning designation from The American College of Financial Services, introduced in 1982, requiring eight courses on topics such as insurance, investments, taxation, retirement and estate planning, plus three years of experience.
Example: He earned the ChFC after a decade selling life insurance and moving into planning.
Usage notes
The ChFC covers material similar to the CFP but uses course exams instead of a single comprehensive exam. Many insurance professionals hold both the ChFC and the CLU. Holders must meet continuing education requirements.
Related abbreviations
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- CFE – Certified Fraud Examiner
- CFP – Certified Financial Planner
- CFRE – Certified Fund Raising Executive
- CGMA – Chartered Global Management Accountant
- CHES – Certified Health Education Specialist
- CIA – Certified Internal Auditor
- CIH – Certified Industrial Hygienist
- CIMA – Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
- CIPP – Certified Information Privacy Professional
- CISA – Certified Information Systems Auditor
- CISM – Certified Information Security Manager