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What is ASPPA?
The American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries is the premier national organization for career retirement plan professionals. ASPPA is a non-profit professional society acting on behalf of its members to provide education opportunities and improve public policy concerning retirement income.

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Who are ASPPA’s members?
ASPPA members are professionals from several disciplines who have focused their careers on retirement planning and related policy. ASPPA members include actuaries, plan consultants, third party administrators, accountants, attorneys, insurance agents, record-keepers, human resource managers, trustees, brokers, investment managers, sales and marketing professionals, and benefits professionals employed in banks, insurance companies, retirement planning software firms, and educational institutions.

What is the purpose of ASPPA?
ASPPA educates professionals working in retirement plan industry and benefits policy. In addition, ASPPA is committed to preserving and enhancing the private pension system. ASPPA’s Government Affairs department monitors legislative and regulatory activities and acts to make the views of the society known.

Where is ASPPA located?
ASPPA’s headquarters is in Arlington, Virginia, a short distance from Capitol Hill and United States government agencies. ASPPA’s local councils, called ASPPA Benefits Councils (ABCs), are located throughout the nation. [directions]

How does ASPPA communicate with its members?
Among ASPPA’s publications is The ASPPA Journal, a bimonthly technical publication, offering developments in legislative and regulatory issues and technical analyses of retirement benefit plan matters. Additionally, ASPPA offers ASPPA asap providing breaking news on legislative and regulatory developments. The asap news service is transmitted by facsimile and e-mail. Candidate Connection is among ASPPA’s most important tools for providing up-to-date information to individuals studying for ASPPA credentials.

When and where does ASPPA hold conferences?
ASPPA conferences are held year round throughout the United States. As the nation's leading source of retirement planning and pension industry education, ASPPA conferences are essential for pension and retirement professionals seeking continuing education, networking, and interaction with government and industry leaders. See calendars for more information.

What is offered in ASPPA’s Education Program?
ASPPA's Education Program includes preparatory courses for professional credentials for 401(k) administrators (QKA), actuaries (FSPA), pension administrators (QPA), and pension consultants (CPC).
What are the requirements for participation in ASPPA Education Programs?
There are no specific education or background requirements for participation. Any person interested in pension consulting, administration, or employee benefits may be enrolled as an examination candidate. ASPPA membership is not required to enroll.