CDFA Course — Instructor-Led Program

The Instructor-Led Divorce Financial Analysis course provides a structured, collaborative learning experience for professionals seeking in-depth mastery of the CDFA® curriculum. Led by experienced instructors, this 40-hour program blends live, interactive instruction with guided independent study to help participants build confidence in divorce financial analysis and prepare for the CDFA® certification exam.

The course runs over 10 weeks and meets live for one hour each week, complemented by approximately three hours per week of independent study, including assigned readings, case analysis, and discussion activities. Live sessions emphasize discussion, practical application, and clarification of complex concepts, while the asynchronous components allow participants to deepen their understanding at their own pace.

Divorce financial analysis helps clients and their attorneys clearly understand settlement options and the long-term financial impact of divorce decisions. Through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous learning, this course examines the full range of financial issues encountered in divorce, including:

• Overview of divorce laws and procedures
• Marital versus separate property
• Pensions and retirement plans
• Options for the marital home
• Fundamentals of child and spousal support
• Tax considerations related to asset division and property transfers
• Debt, credit, and bankruptcy considerations
• And more

Course Details

• Start Date: September 7, 2026 (Monday)
• End Date: November 13, 2026 (Friday)
• Format: Online (live virtual sessions combined with independent study)
• Schedule: Live class meets Tuesdays, 3:00–4:00 PM Eastern
• Total Hours: 40 hours (includes approximately 3 hours per week of independent study)

Instructor-led CDFA® courses are offered quarterly and are ideal for professionals who value structured learning, live interaction, and expert guidance throughout the program.