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401(k) Specialist (N(k)S)

Designation Essentials
Status Currently offered and recognized by the issuing organization
Issuing Organization National Association of Plan Advisors (NAPA)
Qualification and Training Requirements
Prerequisites

Candidates must have three years of experience in the retirement field or have completed the Retirement Plan Fundamentals (RPF) Certificate Program course.

Designation Training Requirements

Optional online, interactive self-study course

Designation Exam Type

Proctored, closed-book exam

Continuing Education Requirements

10 hours annually

Verification and Complaints
Online Designation Resource

https://www.napa-net.org/education/credential-check/

Investor Complaint Process

Submit complaints via email to [email protected]. Learn more at Complaints and Discipline.

Published List of Disciplined Designees

None