Interactive College of Technology
Human Resource Management
Associate Degree
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Gainesville
Gainesville, GA
Next start
Aug 19, 2026
Duration
90 Weeks
App fee
None
Tuition
$34,560 for the Program
Accredited Retirement Plan Specialist — ARPS
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The SPARK Accredited Retirement Plan Specialist (ARPS) designation is earned by administrative and recordkeeping professionals who have demonstrated their proficiency in plan operations completing the required coursework and exams.
Certifying Organization
Society of Professional Asset Managers and Record Keepers
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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? 1 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes
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Next start
Aug 19, 2026
Duration
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App fee
None
Tuition
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Interactive College of Technology
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On-CampusFinancial Aid
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Next start
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Duration
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App fee
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OnlineFinancial Aid
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Online · 100% remote
Next start
Rolling enrollment
Duration
62 semester credits / four semesters
App fee
$75
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OnlineFinancial Aid
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Next start
Dec 14, 2026
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App fee
None
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OnlineFinancial Aid
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Next start
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Duration
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App fee
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Suggested because Accredited Retirement Plan Specialist applies to Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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