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Retirement Plans Associate — RPA

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Description

The Retirement Plans Associate (RPA) designation is an ideal credential for those who work with defined contribution and defined benefit plans or are involved with the management of plan assets

Certifying Organization

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

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Details

If significant education or training is needed? Unknown
If significant work experience is needed? Unknown
Is an exam required? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

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Suggested because Retirement Plans Associate applies to Compensation and Benefits Managers. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.

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