CTFA

The Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) is currently offered by the ABA Institute of Certified Bankers (ICB).

CTFA candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

  • Three years of personal trust experience plus ICB-approved training program, or
  • Five years of personal trust experience and a bachelor’s degree, or
  • 10 years of personal trust experience

Candidates must also complete a final certification exam, and 45 hours of continuing education every three years with a minimum of six hours in each of four knowledge areas.