What is Retirement Planning Certification Programme?
The Retirement Planning Certification Programme (RPCP) is an advanced course designed specifically for financial planning practitioners. It offers comprehensive knowledge of TAP schemes, with a particular focus on the Skim Persaraan Kebangsaan (SPK). Participants will learn to integrate this specialized knowledge into their retirement planning consultations, enhancing their professional practice in real-life client scenarios.
The course spans four (4) days and includes six (6) modules, followed by a 2.5-hour examination on the fifth day. To earn the TAPᶜᴱᴿᵀ certification, participants must complete ALL classes and pass the examination.
Upon successful completion of the programme, financial planning practitioners will be awarded the TAPᶜᴱᴿᵀ credential. This certification accredits them by TAP to provide accurate and reliable information on TAP schemes and assist in developing their clients' retirement plans.
The TAPᶜᴱᴿᵀ accreditation is valid for one year after passing the examination. This policy ensures that accredited practitioners stay updated with the latest developments, maintain high standards of practice, and comply with current regulations and guidelines. The renewal process encourages continuous professional development and fosters a commitment to excellence and quality in their work as retirement planners.


RPCP Objectives
- Enhance skills in retirement planning, particularly in the context of SPK.
- Ensure information provided by financial planning practitioners is accurate and reliable.
- Increase public awareness of the importance of retirement planning.
With the TAPᶜᴱᴿᵀ designation, the public can have confidence in seeking retirement planning advice, particularly in the context of SPK, from these accredited professionals.

RPCP Benefits
Ensure TAPᶜᴱᴿᵀ holders remain updated with the latest information on TAP schemes, practices, and products via exclusive information sharing or through refresher course(s).
Display of acknowledged and verified TAPᶜᴱᴿᵀ holders (details) on official TAP public online social media sites and platforms as accredited professionals for retirement planning consultations.
Who can participate in this programme?
This programme is designed for financial planning practitioners who are actively engaging with clients and/or the public in financial literacy awareness. Financial planning practitioners that can participate in the programme are as follows:
Financial Planning Practitioner
Individuals or from a financial institution.
Accredited financial planners
Certified Financial Planners (CFP), Associate Financial Planners (AFP), Associate Wealth Planners (AWP), participants who have passed their Financial Planning Practitioner Program (FPPP with BILIF).
Employees from local financial institutions
For example, Employees working in banks or insurance companies.
Other certifications
Subject to approval by the RPCP committee.
Accredited TAPᶜᴱᴿᵀ Holders List
Updated as of February 2025