Passing the CFTe I and CFTe II culminates in the award of an international professional qualification in technical analysis.

The exams are intended to test not only your technical skills knowledge, but your understanding of ethics and the market. This multiple-choice exam consists of questions covering a wide range of technical knowledge, but usually not involving actual experience.

In preparation for the exam, candidates should use this Syllabus and Study Guide CFTe I.

This exam is currently offered in English, German, Spanish and Arabic. It will be offered in Chinese at a later date. Download the CFTe I practice mock examination English or CFTe I practice mock examination Arabic.

This exam incorporates a number of questions requiring an essay based analysis and answers. For this, the candidate should demonstrate a depth of knowledge and experience in applying various methods of technical analysis.

The exam provides a number of current charts covering one specific market often an equity to be analysed, as though for a Fund Manager.

The CFTe II is a paper and pencil exam that is offered in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Arabic, bi-annually, typically in April and October. This exam regularly takes place in major cities throughout the world. Additional fees apply to candidates requesting the exam in a non-English language or non-IFTA proctored exam location. IFTA will attempt to accommodate any exam location request.

In preparation for the exam, candidates should use this Syllabus and Study Guide CFTe II.

Register here for the next CFTe II on 19 October The deadline to register for this exam is 1 September No registrations will be accepted after this date. Download practice mock CFTe II examination.

The program is designed for self-study. Local societies may offer preparation courses to assist potential candidates.

Individuals who have successfully completed IFTA accredited certification programs through: Australian Technical Analysts Association ATAA , Egyptian Society of Technical Analysts ESTA , Nippon Technical Analysts Association NTAA , and Society of Technical Analysts STA are exempt and may proceed directly to the MFTA program.

See below for more details:.

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For more information on the program please email admin -a- ifta. Skip to content IFTA. Facebook Twitter Linkedin Contact. Certified Financial Technician CFTe Examinations Passing the CFTe I and CFTe II culminates in the award of an international professional qualification in technical analysis.

Curriculum The program is designed for self-study.

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Exemptions Individuals who have successfully completed IFTA accredited certification programs through: See below for more details: Individuals who have successfully been awarded the Diploma in Technical Analysis DipTA by the Australian Technical Analysts Association ATAA are considered to have the equivalent of the certificate and may apply for the MFTA Program.

Individuals who have passed Level I and Level II of the certification program offered by the Nippon Technical Analysts Association NTAA and have been awarded the designation of Chartered Member of the Nippon Technical Analysts Association CMTA are also exempt from both levels and may proceed to the MFTA Program.

Prior to January , holders of the Society of Technical Analysts STA Diploma are exempt from Level II, but must pass Level I a multiple-choice test before qualifying for the CFTe certification. Additionally, Individuals who passed the Market Technicians Association MTA Chartered Market Technician CMT levels I and II are eligible to receive the CFTe certification. Please submit an application and provide a pass confirmation from the MTA, including dates attained.

No future fees or membership requirements apply.