How to Become a Financial Planner

With the importance of investments and preparing for your future at an all-time high, a career as a financial planner is a smart choice.

Instructions

1. Contact the National Association of Personal Advisors, the Institute of Certified Financial Planners, International Association for Financial lanning or the Certified Financial Planners Board of Standards for information on becoming a financial planner.

2. Study courses given at colleges, universities and specialty schools for courses in financial planning.

3. Talk to several financial planners and ask them how they got their start in the business and where they recieved their education from.

4. Search the internet under "Financial Planning" for a list of resources for information on becoming a financial planner.

Tips & Warnings

• Talk to several financial planners currently in business and ask them questions about the business and what you can expect as a financial planner.