FAQs

What does PAIP® stand for?

PAIP stands for Planning and Investment Practitioner.

Once I sign up, how long does it take to get access to the course content?

All course content is delivered online. Once you complete the registration process, the course content will be made available to you.

How long do I have to complete the curriculum and the final exam?

You have up to two years from the date of registration.

How are the tests administered?

Each test as well as the final exam is completed inside our learning management system (LMS). Since the final exam is proctored, having access to a camera is required.

How many tests are there in total?

The PAIP designation includes five tests and one final exam. The final exam covers the content of all five modules.

Why are there so many tests?

We believe that splitting the content into smaller amounts makes it easier to learn. All content is tested on the final exam.

Where can I find the table of contents?

Please click here for a full breakdown of the PAIP curriculum.

If I'm taking the QAFP or CFP exam, can I use this content to study?

The content that we provide to all registrants covers a very large part of what is tested on the QAFP and CFP examinations. We also cover a number of additional topics. So yes, you can use our curriculum to study for other exams.

Once I receive the designation and need to fulfill continuing education (CE) requirements, how do you determine how many credit hours each course is worth?

We use the number of credit hours provided by CIRO or FP Canada. We do not accredit CE courses.

What if the number of credit hours conflicts?

We accept the higher amount.

Is the PAIP designation recognized under the titling act in Ontario?

The designation is not recognized. We do not intend to seek approval.