Program Contact/Coordinator
Kathryn Morrison, Assistant Professor
School of Health and Consumer Sciences
Wagner Hall 425, Box 2275A
605-688-5161
Program Information
The program prepares students to apply for the Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC) certification, which will prepare you to help individuals and families build a strong financial foundation to help them achieve financial well-being.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will communicate a financial plan with consumers and communities.
- Students will recognize ethical standards for financial planners as prescribed by the CFP Board.
- Students will demonstrate listening and counseling skills needed to help families with financial management.
- Students will calculate time value of money calculation.
Certification and Licensure
To become an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC), candidates must complete the education, exam, experience, and ethics requirements. For additional information on AFC® certification, visit the AFCPE website.
Course Delivery Format
The online program has been developed by faculty from the Great Plains Interactive Distance Education Alliance (GP-IDEA). Courses will be entirely internet based and will be taught by faculty within the Alliance (Iowa State University, Montana State University, North Dakota State University, Oklahoma State University, South Dakota State University, and University of Nebraska). Courses are offered fall, spring and summer semesters.
