Financial Planning Certificate of Achievement

Bow Valley College

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Offered by Bow Valley College in Calgary, Canada, Financial Planning Certificate of Achievement is a certificate in Finance, Banking & Insurance programme. The programme runs for 2 semesters. Tuition for international students is CAD 6,704 per total (CAD 2,496 per total for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Finance, Banking & Insurance
Duration: 2 semesters
Local tuition: CAD 2,496 / total
International tuition: CAD 6,704 / total

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Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

The Financial Planning Certificate of Achievement is a four-course credential covering the core and advanced educational requirements toward the Qualified Associate Financial Planner (QAFP) and Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designations. The curriculum is approved by FP Canada as a core and advanced curriculum provider, and successful completion also allows students to pursue a Mutual Funds License through the Investment Funds Institute of Canada. Courses are credit-bearing and can be transferred into the Financial Services Diploma programme. The certificate is completed over two terms, equivalent to approximately one academic year. Coursework focuses on financial planning principles, investment and insurance products, and regulatory requirements relevant to the financial services industry. Graduates gain a recognized pathway toward professional financial planning certification alongside practical, industry-aligned coursework.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants need credit in English Language Arts 30-1, or a minimum of 65% in English Language Arts 30-2, together with credit in Math 30-1 or 30-2, or equivalent. Applicants without these prerequisites may qualify with a General Educational Development (GED) test result of at least 520 in both Language Arts and Math, or by achieving a satisfactory result on the Bow Valley College Admission and Placement Test.

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About Bow Valley College

Type: College
Founded: 1963
Programs: 56
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Financial Planning Certificate of Achievement award?

Bow Valley College awards a Certificate in the field of Finance, Banking & Insurance on completion of this programme.

How long does Financial Planning Certificate of Achievement take?

The programme runs for 2 semesters.

How much does Financial Planning Certificate of Achievement cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 6,704 per total (CAD 2,496 per total for local students).

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