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Aside from our many strategic alliances and accreditations, here are some more things to keep in mind before choosing a credentialing program, and why the American College of Forensic Examiners Institute and its sister associations are a good choice to make:
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For more information about credentials, the associations, or our journals, please visit us:
The American College of Forensic Examiners Institute: www.acfei.com
The American Psychotherapy Association: www.americanpsychotherapy.com
The American Association of Integrative Medicine: www.aaimedicine.com
The American Board for Certification in Homeland Security: www.abchs.com
What are the requirements for the Certified Forensic Accountant, Cr. FA?
Applicants must currently hold a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation. Any accountant apllying for the credential Certified Forensic Accountant, Cr.FA®, first has to register with their State Board of Accountancy if it is required by state law. No one may make application for Certified Forensic Accountant, Cr.FA, unless they are first in compliance with all local ordinances, state laws, and federal regulations.
Before you tke the exam(s) you will be asked to provide photocopies of degrees, diplomas, certificates, licenses, and three professional references. You also must have no record of disciplinary action from any state, province, or territory licensing or certification board during the past 10 years, nor currently be under investigation. You can't have any felony convictions.
Please know that this certification is designed for individuals with existing knowledge in the area of forensic accounting.
International professionals who wish to become a Certified Forensic Accountant must have a designation that is equivalent to the CPA in the United States. Applicants must submit a portfolio of supporting documentation to include a photo ID, photocopies of any licenses/certificates, and copy of your current resume to provide verification of the equivalent designation. Supporting documentation must be in English in order to be reviewed.
The following types of professionals benefit from this designation
Valuators of closely-held businesses
Topics Covered in the CrFA
How to maintain the CFN designation:
Individuals are expected to complete 15 hours of forensic-related continuing education credits per year to maintain their CFN status. The initial CFN course provides 15 CE credits, fulfilling this requirement.
Future CEs may be earned through ACFEI’s National Conferences and journal learning articles from The Forensic Examiner® provided on our online course catalog.
The Certified Forensic Accountant, Cr.FA® program is designed to prepare and train professionals on things such as:
A forensic accountant is a proffesional who uses both education and experience and applies them to investigative, accounting, and auditing skills in order to find the truth, form legal opinions, and aid in investigations. For more information or to enroll click here.
What is a Forensic Accountant?
Forensic accountants are professionals who use a unique blend of education and experience to apply accounting, auditing, and investigative skills to uncover truth, form legal opinions, and assist in investigations. Forensic accountants may be involved in both litigation support (providing assistance on a given case, primarily related to the calculation or estimation of economic damages and related issues) and investigative accounting (looking into illegal activities).
How long is the exam?
The exam is comprised of 100 multiple choice and true-or-false questions.
What happens if I fail?
If you were to fail the exam, you would be allowed to re-take the exam, up to twice, at a reduced rate of $100 per attempt.
Am I able to take the Cr.FA® if I am not a CPA?
Yes, for a Certificate of Completion only. In order to receive the actual designation, you must fulfill the minimum requirements and pass the exam.
How and where is the Cr.FA® exam offered?
The Cr.FA® exam is offered through our website and, at this time, is solely an online test. Once you feel you are prepared to take the exam, click on the "Final Exam" tab on the navigation bar on the left-side of your screen.
What does the $495 certification price include?
The $495 includes the exam and study material. If you wish to purchase the book, you must do that on your own.
What will I receive upon successful completion of the Cr.FA®?
You will receive an official certificate from ACFEI, 15 CE credits, and a press release stating your achievement.
For more information call toll free (800) 423-9737.
Member Price: $495
Nonmember Price: $695
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You can access United for Truth here.Aside from our many strategic alliances and accreditations, here are some more things to keep in mind before choosing a credentialing program, and why the American College of Forensic Examiners Institute and its sister associations are a good choice to make:
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For more information about credentials, the associations, or our journals, please visit us:
The American College of Forensic Examiners Institute: www.acfei.com
The American Psychotherapy Association: www.americanpsychotherapy.com
The American Association of Integrative Medicine: www.aaimedicine.com
The American Board for Certification in Homeland Security: www.abchs.com
Membership. Some of The American College of Forensic Examiners’ well-known members and Board members include; Dr. Henry Lee, Dr. Greg Vecchi, Dr. Zhaoming Chen, Dr. Marc Rabinoff, Congressmen Billy Long and Steven King, and Governor Tom Ridge. These individuals, as well as many other not listed here, have helped mold and guide ACFEI to be the prestigious, online, interactive, multimedia publisher that it is today. They have contributed their knowledge and expertise to ACFEI’s online credentialing programs such as the Certified Forensic Physician®, CFP program; the Registered Investigator®, RI®, program; and the Certified Forensic Consultant, CFC® program; to name a few.
ACFEI and all of its associations are continually seeking further validations, alliances, and accreditations in order to offer maximum continuing education benefits to its thousands of members. Sometimes it is our very members who foster these relationships; we encourage you to get involved and share your ideas for future alliances! This is a group of associations that recognize themselves as yours. We invite you to add your expertise to the pool and make it even greater.
Call (800) 423-9737 for more information, or visit acfei.com.ACFEI is also an approved provider of training by the following professional organizations:
G.I. Bill Benefits: ACFEI’s Ethics course; Law course; Evidence course; Certified Medical Investigator®; Certified Forensic Accountant, Cr.FA®; Certified in Disaster Preparedness, CDP-ISM, and the Certified in Homeland Security, CHS® Levels I–V courses are all approved for G.I. Bill benefits
American College of Forensic Examiners International/Certified in Homeland Security program is listed on the Central Contractor Registration list (CCR) and is registered as a federal contractor. DUNS Number: 808985642
The Florida Bar granted the 2010 National Conference 17 Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits
Diplomate status with the American Board of Psychological Specialties (one of ACFEI’s 11 Advisory Boards) has been approved by the Florida Board of Psychology as a recognized credential for Florida Psychologists
The outside bodies listed above, as well as the many other attest to the fact that the ACFEI has met or exceeded their regulations and standards to be approved providers of training. Organizations that represent medical doctors, accountants, psychologists, attorneys, law enforcement officers, dentists, military personnel, and numerous other professions and specialties would never approve an lesser, unregulated institution to provide training to these important persons.Please contact either the American College of Forensic Examiners International, The American Board for Certifcation in Homeland Security, The American Association of Integrative Medicine, or the American Psychotherapy Association for more information about their respective programs, accrediting organizations, and educational opportunities:
www.acfei.com; (800) 423-9737
www.abchs.com; (877) 219-2519
www.aaimedicine.com; (877) 718-3053
www.americanpsycotherapy.com; (800) 205-9165
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