International Foundation for Retirement Education (InFRE)

Founded in 1997, the International Foundation for Retirement Education (InFRE) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to increasing the retirement preparedness of the American public. InFRE's core mission is to help financial professionals guide their clients to a secure retirement by providing specialized education and certification. The organization is best known for its Certified Retirement Counselor® (CRC®) certification, which is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) and requires professionals to demonstrate a high level of competence in retirement planning concepts and ethical conduct.