As part of NASFAA’s commitment to supporting the professional growth of financial aid administrators, we are proud to introduce the Certification Justification Toolkit. This toolkit is designed to provide you with ready-to-use resources like customizable letters, informational materials, and talking points that make it easier to communicate the value of certification and request support from supervisors and other stakeholders.

Justify Becoming a Certified Financial Aid Administrator

Financial aid administrators like you work diligently to uphold the integrity of student aid programs. This certification program acknowledges your critical role in your institution's success and enhances your professional credibility. 

Certification Justification Letter | Why Certify

Justify Attending an Exam Preparation Workshop

Exam Preparation Workshops offer financial aid professionals an opportunity to gain valuable insights into the knowledge exam. Exam outcomes support that group review increases the likelihood of success on the knowledge exam compared to independent study. On average, 7 out of 10 candidates succeed through independent study, while 9 out of 10 who attend a workshop and take the exam within 30 days earn a passing score.

Workshop Justification Letter | Workshop Opportunities

Justify Recertification

Maintaining the FAAC^® designation is an important commitment to your professional development and helps demonstrate that you are learning and applying the latest federal guidance in your daily work. 

Recertification Justification Letter | Recertification Strategies