Career Details

Qualified 401(k) Administrator

Description

The Qualified 401(k) Administrator (QKA) credential is conferred by ASPPA to retirement plan professionals who work primarily with 401(k) plans. Applicants for the QKA credentials come from various professional disciplines. They typically assist employers and consultants with the record keeping, non-discrimination testing and administrative aspects of 401(k) and related plans.<br>A minimum of two years experience in pension related matters is required along with completion of ASPPA's QKA examination series to be a candidate for this credential.

Certifying Organization

American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Unknown

If significant work experience is needed? Unknown

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 2 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

Certificates

Certificate name

Retirement Plans Associate

Certifying Organization

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Qualified Pension Administrator

Certifying Organization

American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

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Certifying Organization

Credit Union National Association

Type

B - Advanced

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