Find a Study Group

Participating in a study group can be a helpful way to prepare for the CFRE Exam. CFRE International is pleased to host the following searchable list of study groups. CFRE International has not reviewed the materials or methods used in these study groups, and the presence of a study group on this list does not constitute an endorsement by CFRE International.

Looking to start a study group? Check out our handy tips.

HostCityState/ProvinceLocationStart/End DatesTimeCostContact
Jack AlottoONLINENovember 19, 20, & 21. 3-6 PM PST9:00 - 12:00 PSTFREEJack Alotto, CFRE: alottojack@gmail.com
AFP Greater Madison ChapterMadisonWisconsin211 S. Paterson St. Suite 270, Madison, WI 53703The first Tuesday of every Month.8:30 - 9:30 AMFREECreal Zearing: creal@gatheringwaters.org
Jack AlottoONLINENovember 19, 20, and 213:00 - 6:00 PM PSTFREEJack Alotto, CFRE: alottojack@gmail.com
AFP CalgaryONLINEJanuary 9, 2025 - February 20, 2025 (Thursdays)9:30 - 11:00 AM (Mountain)FREEContact info@afpcalgary.com and jphin@telus.net to inquire and register
AFP CalgaryONLINEMarch 20, 2025 - May 1, 2024 (Thursdays)9:30 - 11:00 AM (Mountain)FREEContact info@afpcalgary.com and jphin@telus.net to inquire and register
AFP CalgaryONLINEJune 12, 2025- July 24, 2025 (Thursdays)9:30 - 11:00 AM (Mountain)FREEContact info@afpcalgary.com and jphin@telus.net to inquire and register
AFP CalgaryONLINEAugust 21, 2025 - October 2nd, 2025 (Thursdays)9:30 - 11:00 AM (Mountain)FREEContact info@afpcalgary.com and jphin@telus.net to inquire and register

This is a page where individuals and organizations running CFRE study groups may have their group listed. There is no cost to list a study group.

To have your study group added, email CFRE International with:

  • name of the sponsoring organization
  • study group location
  • cost
  • start and end dates
  • name and email of the contact person for the study group

By providing this information to CFRE International, you are agreeing to all this information being published on the CFRE International website and other CFRE International publications.

Note that effective June 2021, study groups that require participants to pay a fee will be required to provide fee waivers for a minimum of two participants from diverse/underrepresented communities to help ensure equitable access to their content. Individuals who wish to be considered for fee waivers should contact the study groups directly.

 

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