CTP Frequently Asked Questions: How To Register

• Do I need to be a member to register for the exam?
• I don't think my graduate school transcripts will be delivered by the deadline. Can I fax a copy to AFP?
• If I have a graduate degree, do I need to complete the work experience portion of the exam application?
• How do I determine if I am eligible to take the exam?
• What is the deadline to cancel my appointment with the testing center to ensure that I do not incur the $75 "no show" penalty?
• What is the difference between the standard and final registration deadlines?
• How can I determine if my application and eligibility information has been accepted and approved?
• How can I submit my application?
• Does my work experience have to be in treasury/cash management to qualify?

A:	You are not required to be an AFP member prior to registering for the exam. However, non-members are required to remit the non-member rate for the exam. The non-member rate includes a non-member differential that is applied towards an AFP membership for the calendar year.

A:	Yes. A copy of your graduate school transcripts can be faxed to AFP at 301.907.2864, but an original copy from the issuing school must also be mailed.

A:	Yes. Since exam candidates are required to report at least one year of work experience, the work experience portion of the application will need to be completed and submitted by all candidates.

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To qualify for the exam, applicants must report two or more years of full-time, career-based, finance-related work experience. If you have less than two years of experience, a graduate-level degree in finance or two years of full-time, university-level teaching in a finance topic is each equivalent to one year of work experience.

A:	If you cannot make your appointment or you are submitting a transfer or deferral request to move your exam to the next testing window, your exam appointment must be cancelled with PearsonVUE at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled appointment.

A:	For exam candidates submitting an application after the standard deadline, and by the final deadline, the cost for the exam increases by $100.

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You will receive a letter confirming approval of your CTP exam registration and Authorization to Test (ATT) approximately one week after submission of your application and payment or approximately 2 weeks after the current testing window closes. AFP will contact any candidate with any application or payment issues that may delay this approval process.

A:	A CTP exam application can be submitted online, by fax or by mail. Register online. To receive a printable version of the application, please request a copy of the CTP Candidate Information Bulletin.

A:	No. Your work experience must be in the finance profession, but it is not required that this experience be in treasury/cash management.