We Will Help You PASS the CFP® Exam™
Brett and his team of instructors don’t just help you take the CFP® Exam, they prepare you to PASS it and be the best CFP® ever ...
Fast. Focused. Personal.
Prepare with Danko Education
Ready To Take the Next Step in Your CFP® Journey? Choose your program and register today:
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Danko Education has partnered with many leading financial firms to offer discounted pricing on CFP® Education and Exam Prep classes.
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REGISTER FOR LIVE REVIEW EXAM PREP:
Click here to be notified via email when registration opens for the Live Reviews for the November 2026 exam.
Get Continuing Education Credits
We offer 2 opportunities for Continuing Education:
A 2-hour CFP Board Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and a 6-hour CFP® Pro Day of CE.
The Danko Difference
At Danko Education, we help future CFP® professionals achieve their goals faster, smarter, and with the personal support they deserve. Our mission is simple: Prepare you to pass the CFP® exam and excel in real-world financial planning.
We strip away the overwhelming, unnecessary information and zero-in on the knowledge and skills that matter. The result is a clear, efficient path to certification that you can complete in as little as seven months – about half the time of traditional programs.
Our approach is built around what works:
- Courses designed and taught by practicing CFP® professionals
- Access to your actual instructors – no automated responses, no long delays
- A responsive and encouraging support team
- Streamlined curriculum focused only on what you need
- A fast, efficient seven-month certification path
- A CFP® exam pass rate of over 80%
Our Commitment
We believe learning should be fast, focused, and personal. That belief shapes every part of our program – from the curriculum and instructors to the community you’ll join. At Danko Education, we’re here to help you succeed – and to make the journey as efficient and supportive as possible.
A Supportive Community
When you join Danko Education, you become part of a vibrant community of students and alumni who share study tips, collaborate in groups, and motivate each other. With an exam pass rate of over 80%, our supportive network speaks for itself – and once you complete the program, you’ll join a growing group of proud “Danko grads.”
At Danko Education, you’re never just another name on a roster.
You can reach your instructors by phone or email, and you’ll always connect with real people who care deeply about your progress.
Our teachers and support staff are committed to helping you succeed at every step of your journey.
Real Instructors. Real Experience.
Our program is led by nationally recognized educators and practicing financial planners like Brett Danko, CFP®, John Choi, MSFS, CFP®, Matt J. Goren, PhD, CFP® and Adam Scherer, MS, CFP®, EA.
When you choose Danko Education, you’re learning directly from seasoned professionals who know the industry inside and out. Their expertise and enthusiasm set the tone for the entire learning experience. Each instructor brings a unique style to the classroom, but all are fully committed to making complex material easier to understand and retain.
What Students Say About Danko Education
HOW TO BECOME A CFP® Pro
1. EDUCATION
"The education requirement helps to provide the knowledge required to deliver professional, competent and ethical financial planning services to clients. There are two main parts to the requirement: completion of CFP Board-approved coursework, and a bachelor's degree in any discipline from an accredited college or university." (CFP Board)
The Brett Danko Fast Track CFP Certification Program fulfills the coursework required to take the CFP® exam. Our program includes 7 classes:
- FP101: General Principles
- FP102: Insurance
- FP103: Investments
- FP104: Income Tax
- FP105: Retirement
- FP106: Estate
- FP107: Capstone - Case Study
2. PASS THE EXAM
The CFP® exam is offered three times per year (March, July, and November) and tests your ability to apply financial planning knowledge to real-life situations. Test topics include the financial planning process and principles, insurance, tax planning, income and retirement planning, estate planning, risk management, and more.
The Brett Danko Live Review centers on application, analysis, and case evaluation through 35+ classroom hours and materials including 3,500+ questions on quizzes, mock exams, and case studies.
3. EXPERIENCE
The experience requirement prepares you to provide personal financial planning to the public as a CFP® professional. There are many ways to satisfy this requirement, and experience may be gained before or after you take the CFP® exam. Ultimately, you must complete 6,000 hours of professional experience related to the financial planning process, or 4,000 hours of apprenticeship experience that meets additional requirements.
4. ETHICS
From cfp.net
"The ethics requirement is an important step on your path to CFP® certification. You must commit to CFP Board to act as a fiduciary, which means acting in the best interests of the client at all times when providing financial advice — and commit to other high ethical and conduct standards. You'll need to disclose information about your background, and CFP Board will conduct a detailed background check."
