Advisors

You're an advisor who has a good understanding of the variety of ways you can help your clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they need to be to have the retirement they desire. Why certify?

You want to go to the next level. Certification demonstrates in a tangible way you have attained the knowledge and experience necessary to be an industry leader, that you're up on trending information, and that you have the resources necessary to assess options and alternatives that tailor fit your clients' requirements.

Certification builds client confidence in your abilities. Consumers ask experts who they should go to for help and advice. The resounding answer: an advisor who's certified from an accredited source... Here's how you can become a Certified Retirement Counselor^® , and add CRC^® to your business card!

Employers

You have a well trained professional staff as your major asset. They look to you for the employment that allows them to live their lifestyle today... and that will allow them the retirement they desire. You have trained retirement advisors to help employees select the pathways that will take them to retirement. How can you be sure that you are offering your employees the best advice?

The CRC^® certification is beneficial to staff members in the benefits, human resources and/or finance departments of government agencies (federal, state, municipal) and private corporations whose responsibilities include guiding employees concerning their retirement planning. Certifying your staff who perform these tasks is an excellent way to build confidence and trust with your entire workforce.

Do you have employees who are ready to become CRC^® candidates? Purchase the learning materials below, and be sure to have them register at least 90 days before they are ready to take their exam (exam fee separate).

Providers

As the demand for retirement income management specialists grows, you want to be sure your organization has the certified and accredited personnel keep you as a provider at the top of the specialty. What is one of the best ways to build your clients' confidence in you? The CRC^® is specifically designed for retirement-industry professionals who want to inspire immediate confidence that they are knowledgeable, accomplished, and skilled.

Ideal candidates for the certification include: - Retirement planners - Retirement advisers - Retirement consultants - Plan administrators - Employees of plan providers, such as marketing and communications, field representatives, employee education and trainers - Retirement counselors seeking career advancement or ongoing industry knowledge.

How can you fill your ranks with CRC^® ? Candidates for CRC^® certification must register at least 90 days before they are ready to take their exam (exam fee separate). Preparation for the certification process can begin immediately by purchasing the learning materials below.

The CRC^® is a one-of-a-kind certification designed to enable financial professionals meet the increasingly complex challenges facing today’s retirees. Don't wait to move your organization to the next level; register your advisors to become Certified Retirement Counselor^® 's (CRC^® ) today!

Consumers

You're an educated consumer who does the research to find the best pathway to your retirement objectives. You want to be sure that the advice you receive from professionals is knowledgeable, up-to-date, and geared specifically to your unique personal needs. Start with our book, Finding the Right Financial and Legal Advisors for You. Then be sure to select a retirement income management specialist who is well-trained and certified. Click here to locate a CERTIFIED RETIREMENT COUNSELOR^® (CRC^® ) near you.