Keiser University
Accounting
Associate Degree
AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
Pembroke Pines Campus
Pembroke Pines, FL
Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
20 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
$12,908 / Semester
Personal Financial Specialist — PFS
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CPAs who specialize in personal financial planning can earn a specialist's designation, the Personal Financial Specialist (PFS). This designation can only be acquired by CPAs who are AICPA members.
Certifying Organization
Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
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If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No
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AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
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Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
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App fee
$55
Tuition
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Keiser University
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Next start
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Associate Degree
AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
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Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
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App fee
$55
Tuition
$12,908 / Semester
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Associate Degree
AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
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Next start
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Duration
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App fee
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Tuition
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Accounting
Associate Degree
AccreditedOn-CampusFinancial Aid
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Next start
Nov 23, 2026
Duration
20 Months
App fee
$55
Tuition
$12,908 / Semester
Suggested because Personal Financial Specialist applies to Accountants and Auditors. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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