CTP Recertification

When do you need to recertify?

• You need to recertify every three years.
• Recertification happens in June for everyone. So, if you're recertifying for the first time, and you took your exam in the winter, you'll recertify a little earlier the first time.
  • Learn more about the recertification cycle.
• When you're logged in, you can see the date that your certification expires. Just click on “My AFP”, then navigate to AFP Recertification

What's required to recertify?

• You need to earn 36 continuing education credits, then submit your recertification.
  • These continuing education activities should be related to the current edition of the CTP Body of Knowledge, Essentials of Treasury Management.
  • Activities don't have to be sponsored by or pre-approved by AFP.
  • You should assess activities to be sure they qualify.
  • Continuing education covers many categories and activities.
  • Explore Continuing Education Options.

• You will need to document your continuing education activities for when you submit your recertification.
  • One recertification credit is equivalent to 50 minutes of education.
  • You should keep supporting documents for two years, as AFP conducts periodic audits.
  • Learn more about calculating credits and documenting your attendance.

How do I file for recertification?

• Earn 36 recertification credits by June 30.
• Report your credits.
  • Online (preferred) or on paper
  • Deadline: August 15
  • Late deadline (higher fee): October 15
  • Learn more about reporting credits.

• Pay the recertification fee.
  • Due when you report your credits.
  • Reporting online: credit card
  • Reporting by paper: check or credit card
  • A new certificate will be sent in 6-8 weeks.
    
  • Learn more about recertification fees and payment options.
    

Special Circumstances

• Need a little more time? Apply for an extension.
  
• Missed the deadline, or certification lapsed? Learn about revocation and reinstatement.
• Extenuating circumstances?
  • Apply for inactive status.
  • Reactivate your certification.
• Retiring from practice? Learn about retired status.

More Information

• Forms
• Recertification Cycle
• Reporting Credits
• Calculating Credits & Documenting Attendance
• Requesting a General Extension
• Recertification Fees
• Revocation & Reinstatement
• Qualifying Recertification Activities
• Retired & Inactive Status
• Certification Audit