Take your career to the next level with NASFAA Professional Credentials. This exciting program provides a nationally-recognized standard in financial aid training and allows you to earn recognition for your mastery of content. A professional credential benefits you by:
The NASFAA Testing Center offers student aid professionals an opportunity to receive credentials on the following topics:
NASFAA offers a rigorous training experience and evaluation process. Student aid professionals can qualify to sit for a test in the following ways:
Tests must be completed within 40 calendar days of the purchase date. Both the first and second attempts at the test must be utilized within the 40-day testing window. If you are not successful, re-tests are available, which provide an additional 40 days and two more attempts. Please see our appeal policy if you need to request a testing period extension.
If you pass the credential test, you may download and print a certificate directly from the testing center. The certificate attests your achievement and can be included on your resume. If you sign up with the NASFAA Career Center as a candidate, your credentials will also be integrated into your Career Center profile to help you stand out in the crowd!
This program provides a nationally-recognized standard in financial aid training and allows you to earn professional credentials. It's great for:
If you're an employer, when your staff earns a credential, you can feel confident that he or she is trained to the highest industry standards. You can enjoy increased employee satisfaction by providing the opportunity to grow professionally and ensure that employee training is consistent and measurable. When it's time to hire, visit our Career Center where it will be easy to locate credentialed candidates.
Please contact Membership Services with questions.