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Course Description
Course Description
Based on the book A Short Course in Technical Trading by Perry Kaufman (the price of the course includes the book, which is mailed to you along with the exam materials).. This course provides an easy-to-follow description of technical trading systems - the systematic approach to trading that is based on clear and objective rules, not emotions.
In this course, you will learn how to:
-Identify price trends and patterns objectively and apply clear rules;
-Profit from a fundamental or seasonal trend - if one exists;
Control losses using stops; -Take profits based on predefined values; -Trade profitably while maintaining diversification; -Make trading decisions that are consistent with personalized risk tolerances; -Make trading decisions that are not affected by news or opinion; -Generate profits when continuously applied over time.
Each chapter in the text contains review questions. The text also includes three trading games, giving you the opportunity to test your skill in applying the tools and techniques of technical analysis.
Course and Credit Information
Course text: A Short Course in Technical Trading by Perry Kaufman (326 pages, published 2003 by John Wiley and Sons, Inc.),
Note: if you already own the book or want to purchase the Kindle or e-Book edition and purchase the exam materials separately, click on the "Exam Materials Only" image for this course at the bottom of this page.
Exam and Grading: Included in price. Exam can be taken online or by fax.
Program delivery method: Self-study, available in print (the price of the course includes the book, which is mailed to you along with the exam materials).)
Program level: Overview; Course prerequisites:Basic familiarity with investments; Advance preparation: None
Subject Codes/Fields of Study: CFP Board, Investments. NAPFA members: download a NAPFA credit-by-subject chart from our Resources page.
CPE Credit, Reporting, and Sponsor Information
CFP®, NAPFA, and PACE credit available in all states. CFP® credits reported automatically.
CFP Board ID Number: 1008.
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What Advisors Should Know
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