CDFA® Course — Instructor-Led Program

The Instructor-Led CDFA® course offers 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, with one-hour live sessions each week complemented by approximately three hours of independent study. Independent work includes assigned readings, case analysis, and discussion activities. Live sessions focus on 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 enables clients and their attorneys to clearly understand settlement options and the long-term financial impact of divorce decisions. Through a combination of live and self-directed learning, this course examines the full range of financial issues encountered in divorce, including:

• Overview of divorce laws and procedures
• Marital versus separate property tracing
• 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: June 23, 2026 (Tuesday)
• End Date: August 25, 2026 (Tuesday)
• Format: Online (live virtual sessions combined with independent study)
• Schedule: Tuesdays, 3:00–4:00 PM Eastern
• Total Hours: 40 hours (including approximately 3 hours per week of independent study)

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