Registration & Fees
When can I register for the FDP exam?

- You can Register for the Exam at any time when registration is open.

- You will have access to the Study Guide, Curriculum Materials, Practice Questions and the Sample Exam.  

When is the next FDP exam?

Please check Registration, Exam Dates & Fees. 

Curriculum
What are the required readings for the upcoming exam?
The required readings can be found in the Study Guide 

Exam
What materials do I need to prepare for the FDP Exam?  
The FDP curriculum and Study Guide are the only preparation materials endorsed by the FDP Institute and are the Candidate’s best source of information regarding what content is eligible to be tested on the FDP exam. All the content on the FDP exam comes directly from the FDP curriculum readings. 

Will there be a sample exam?
Yes. We have online exercises which include Practice Questions and a Sample Exam. The Sample exam is representative of the actual exam, and the relative distribution of questions by topic is consistent with the topic weights on the actual exam, as published in the Study Guide. 

How many hours of study should I expect?
Depending on your experience, we are estimating approximately 200+ hours for your FDP exam.  

Online Classes (Python)
When can I start with my online Python classes? 

You can start at any time once the learning becomes available.

How long can I take to complete the online classes?

- Classes may be taken at any time and completion certificates do not expire.

- Charterholder status is not accessible until online classes are completed.

Is Python easy to learn for beginners?

Yes! Python has excellent readability and an uncluttered simple-to-learn syntax which helps beginners to utilize this programming language.

I am experienced in Python, do I still have to complete the prerequisite courses? 

Please contact us at info@fdpinstitute.org with your history and experience for consideration. 

Do I have to have Python experience to complete the online classes?

No experience is required to start the classes.

Schedule Your Exam Seat 
When can I Schedule my Exam Seat? 
Once your exam enrollment is complete, you will receive an email on how to schedule your exam seat - usually within 2 working days.

Am I able to defer or postpone my FDP exam to a future FDP exam session?

Exam registration cannot be transferred to another Cohort or to other individuals, but Candidates opting to retake the exam have access to a substantially discounted Retake fee.

Where are the FDP exam locations and do you offer Remote Proctor Testing (RPT)?

An overview of Prometric Global Test Centers can be found here. Each exam window offers 1 week of RPT.  

Whom should I contact, and when, if I have a disability or require special accommodations?
Individuals with disabilities are entitled to a reasonable accommodation to ensure that they have full and equal access to the educational resources of the FDP Institute. Individuals with disabilities wishing to request a reasonable testing accommodation must contact Candidate Services at info@fdpinstitute.org at least six (6) weeks before the first day of the testing window for the exam registered. Learn more here.

The request should be made after registering for the exam and before scheduling an exam appointment with the testing provider.  For more information about how to request reasonable testing accommodations,  in the Candidate Policy Manual on www.fdpinstitute.org.

Next steps after completing my FDP exam 

I have completed my exam, when will I receive my exam results? 
- Exam results are shared approximately 2 weeks after the last exam day (including Remote Proctor Testing days).

- You can use this time to complete online class requirements.

I have successfully passed my FDP Exam, now what? 

1. Candidates must complete the online class requirements and submit their certificates for verification.  
2. Those that pass the FDP exam are required to complete the following: 

Link to submit the online class certificates for verification is here.

Link to sign the COE and submit professional/educational references is here.

How do I obtain my FDP designation?

Candidates who complete the online class requirements and successfully pass the FDP exam are eligible to complete the Charterholder process, this includes completing the Code of Ethics and submitting two professional or educational references (see above).

When can I start using the FDP designation?
Once the Charterholder process application has been approved and you have been notified by FDPI, you have earned the right to use the FDP designation. You will receive an email confirming your new FDP Charterholder status. We are committed to no ongoing fees to use the FDP designation.

Will I receive an FDP Charter in the mail upon successful completion of the program?
Candidates will receive their Charter via mail to the address listed in your FDP Profile.   

CAIA Members
Do I have to be a CAIA member to pursue my FDP credential?  
No, a CAIA membership is not required. We do however offer CAIA members a discount. Check here for details.

How can I get the CAIA member discount?
During the FDP exam registration dates, e-mail FDP at discount@fdpinstitute.org, include your FDP Profile number + CAIA ID number, the FDP team will process the discount for you. Upon confirmation of the applied discount you will receive your adjusted invoice reflecting the CAIA discount.

How do I obtain a CAIA membership? 
After you have successfully completed the CAIA Level I and CAIA Level II exam you are able to apply for CAIA Membership. Learn more about the CAIA membership and its advantages.