Exploring a Career in Financial Planning. If you are interested in a career in finance and investments, you may want to explore what it takes to become a certified financial planner (CFP). For more information, go to the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards website (www.cfp.net). The Occupational Outlook Handbook

(https://www.bls.gov/ooh/) also provides current information about this career. Using the information from this site, prepare a one- to two-page report that describes the profession and whether this is a career that might be the right choice for you.