What do I need to do to earn CDFM-A certification?
The requirements for earning the CDFM with Acquisition Specialty (CDFM-A) certification are to earn the CDFM certification and pass the CDFM Module 4 exam.
I don’t work in the DoD, but I’m a contractor supporting DoD. Do I qualify?
Anyone who meets the experience, education, and testing requirements can earn the CDFM certification, regardless of employment status.
Where can I get a Verification of Financial Management Experience (VFME) form?
The VFME form can be downloaded here.
What are the experience requirements for the CDFM?
Candidates with an associate degree or higher need 2 years of defense-related financial management or 4 years of Federal Government-related financial management. Candidates whose highest level of formal education is a high school diploma or equivalent need 3 years of defense-related financial management.
What do I need to do to earn CDFM certification?
In order to earn Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) certification, a candidate must enroll in the CDFM Program; pass CDFM Modules 1, 2, and 3; have at least a high school diploma (or equivalent); and submit a qualifying Verification of Financial Management Experience (VFME) form.