CRC® Study Materials
InFRE created the CRC® in 1997 to help enhance the retirement preparedness of the American Worker by advancing recognition among retirement planning professionals of the need for a retirement specific certification program.
Why should you become a CRC® versus earn another retirement designation? The CRC® program
- Is independently accredited, by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies
- Is developed by professionals, for professionals and is continually kept up-to-date and relevant
- Demonstrates a mastery of both retirement accumulation and distribution planning
- Requires an ongoing investment in continuing education
- Commits Certificants to adhere to a Code of Ethics.
What do you need to know about how to become a CRC®?
1. What is my time commitment? Actual study time will vary based on your prior knowledge and experience. When purchasing CRC® study guides, you will study 5 subject concentrations and should plan to spend 15-25 hours of study for each of the first four study guides and 5-8 hours for CRC® 5. Plan on spending a similar amount of total study time when using other materials.
2. What materials do I need? InFRE offers Study Guides and elearning modules developed specifically for CRC® Candidates. You may determine your own study path to prepare for the CRC® exam and are not required to purchase study materials offered by InFRE or any other source.
3. How much does it cost? There is no fee to register to become a CRC® Candidate. Study Guide and Exam Fees are as follows:
Optional Study Guides purchased separately $140 for CRC® 1 – 4 and $75 for CRC® 5
BETTER VALUE: Complete set of 5 Print Guides $550
Exam Fee $575
BEST VALUE! Purchase your study guides and pay your exam fee now to save time and money! $970
Annual Renewal Fee $150
Free bonus worth $249! When you purchase the complete set of Study Guides, you will also receive access to the CRC® Elearning Review Courses to supplement your self-study preparation for exams. These 38 online sessions, totaling more than 18 hours of content, may be viewed by candidates at their convenience to clarify concepts and answer questions on the more difficult topics. Click here to view a sample
For more information
The CRC® Candidate Handbook contains essential information for Certified Retirement Counselor® (CRC®) program candidates. Please read it carefully and keep it readily available as a reference until you have achieved Certificant status. Candidates are responsible for knowing the contents of this Handbook.
Are you ready to become a CRC®?
