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2 hours' CreditCFP Ethics IAR Ethics Program Descriptions4 hours' Credit IAR Ethics CFP General CE AZ Insurance Ethics
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Presenter Headshot Attendee Pre and Post Event Information | Ethics+: A Practical Application of CFP Boards' Code and Standards CFP Course # 255247 This program fulfills the requirement for CFP Board approved Ethics CE. It has been designed to educate CFP® professionals on CFP Board's new Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct course updated effective July 1, 2024. Learning Objectives: By the end of this program, the participant should be equipped to: LO 1: Apply the CFP Board’s Fiduciary Duty. LO 2: Recognize when a CFP(R) Professional is providing Financial Advice LO 3: Understand when Financial Advice requires Financial Planning LO 4: Meet the Duties when Using our Referring to other service providers and technologies LO 5: Become familiar with the Process to Uphold the Code and Standards LO 6: Understand the Duty to Provide Information to Clients When Providing Financial Planning and/or Financial Advice. Good People. Bad Things. 2025 CFP Course # 338784 Experience proves that not every person operates at the highest levels of ethical decision-making. Every few years, some corner of the financial advice profession seems to be beset with scandal or ongoing debates about issues rooted in ethical concerns. Most financial advisors do not knowingly violate a law or policy, nor do they set out to do so with intent. Ethical researchers point to a slippery slope - large scale ethical lapses start with a small tipping point - a poor choice made under some element of pressure that grows and escalates over time. Exploring how to avoid that first poor choice - that tipping point - is the intent of Good People. Bad Things. Learning Objectives: LO1: Discuss how to Understand and recognize behavioral patterns that are frequently connected to the most common types of insurance fraud. LO 2: Explore how culture impacts ethical behavior by comparing and contrasting various Ethical Frameworks from divergent countries and professions. LO 4: Identify the most common types of insurance fraud. Melissa Kemp, CFP®, AEP®, CAP®, CNAP® delivers Ethics education that professionals actually remember—and apply. Melissa is a recognized CFP® Ethics instructor, CEO of FPA Arizona, and the primary creator and author of LearningHub+, a modern learning framework designed to elevate professional judgment, adult learner engagement, and community capacity. She is widely recognized for transforming mandatory Ethics CE content into an interactive, practical, and thought-provoking experience. Her Ethics expertise is grounded in regulatory and governance service at a variety of professional levels. Melissa served as a CFP Board Hearing Panel Volunteer in 2019, was appointed to the Disciplinary and Ethics Commission from 2021–2024, and currently serves on the CFP Board’s Standards Resource Commission, contributing directly to the interpretation and application of professional standards. Melissa’s courses blend real-world case studies, behavioral insight, and live audience interaction to help professionals navigate ethical gray areas with clarity and confidence. Her approach replaces “check-the-box” compliance with meaningful learning that strengthens professional judgment, fiduciary mindset, and trust.
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Downloadable Instructions (Word File type) __________ CFP Board Ethics+Before You AttendWe’re looking forward to having you join us. Ethics is more than a requirement — it’s a reflection of professional leadership. Event DetailsFormat: Live, Virtual (Zoom) This course uses the full two-hour time block. During the SessionTo receive CE credit, you must:
Participants not visible may be randomly selected for live verbal check-ins. Verification Codes (Required)Two verification codes will be shared during the session:
Both codes are required for CE reporting. After the Session – Submit Your CE RequestAll attendees must complete the CE Credit Request Form to trigger credit reporting. Ethics CE Credit Request Form: Timing Guidelines
Credits are typically visible within 1–2 business days after monthly submission. Technology TipsFor a smooth experience:
Instructions for participation will be provided live. Helpful Resources (Optional but Recommended)Having the following materials available can enhance your experience:
Questions?For CE-related questions or technical issues: After the EventYou will receive a wrap-up email containing:
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