Choose your path

    10-12 MONTHS

    CFP® Certification Education Course

    Fulfill the coursework requirement with this CFP® Board Registered Program.

    View Course
    New Offering!
    6 MONTHS

    CFP® Certification Education Course FastPass

    For financial professionals with strong time management skills who are seeking to fulfill their education requirement on an expedited timeline. 

    View Course
    4-6 WEEKS

    CFP® Certification Capstone Course

    Fulfill the coursework requirement faster with the Accelerated Path if you have one of the eight qualifications.

    View Course

    Elevate your financial planning career

    Howard University is one of the top-ranked business programs in the nation, boasting esteemed faculty, real-world experience, and over 8,000 alumni across the globe. For the 15th consecutive year, the Princeton Review ranked Howard University School of Business #1 in opportunities for minority students. Make your resume stand out by joining the Bison family today.

    Group of students raising their hands to answer the instructor's question

    Why choose Howard University School of Business

    Howard University is widely recognized as an institution that produces accomplished graduates from its programs. Together with Dalton Education, our CFP® certification program consists of the highest-quality education and exam prep with the same level of excellence you can expect from our on-campus programs. Students who successfully complete our program go on to pass the CFP® exam at significantly higher pass rates than the national average.

    #1 in CFP® certification

    With pass rates that exceed the national average, Dalton’s CFP® certification programs ensure that success is achievable for everyone.

    Checkmark with person Icon

    Qualified Instructors

    Our instructors are highly experienced financial planning professionals and educators, with expert knowledge in all CFP® exam topic areas.

    Bar Graph Icon

    Highest Quality Content

    Our comprehensive curriculum is carefully designed with input from top CFP® professionals and is used in 200 university classrooms.

    Pie Graph Icon

    High Pass Rates

    With pass rates significantly above the national average, we guarantee you’ll pass - or your money back.

    Double bow tie

    Top University Partners

    We partner with 17 elite universities to give you more choices.

    Stacked Lines Icon

    Flexible Study Options

    Choose the best program for you, with self-paced, instructor-led, online, and in-person options.

    Blue Heart Icon

    Personalized Support

    Get the help you need every step of the way from our expert instructors and program advisors.

    Our leaders, instructors, and team

    At Dalton, we've brought together a team of highly effective, respected, and skilled professionals to develop and deliver our content and instruction.

    Meet the Faculty

    Why become a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™?

    Competitive Edge

    87%

    of CFP® professionals say they have a competitive edge over other financial advisors.

    Confidence

    90%

    of CFP® professionals believe certification gives them more credibility in the eyes of their clients.

    Satisfaction

    93%

    of CFP® professionals say they are satisfied with their decision to pursue certification.

    Talk to a CFP advisor today.

    Our advisors are your go-to for everything CFP®. Need course recommendations? Extend a course? We've got you covered.

    Customer service hours: M-F, 8am-5pm EST

    1-470-789-3479Request More Information

    What Students Say About Howard University School of Business