Accreditation Program

Certified Trust Practitioner^TM Accreditation Program

A new accreditation program is being launched by the Hong Kong Trustees’ Association on 1 July 2018. The accreditation program is the first in Hong Kong and is being introduced in order to: 

• develop talent within the trust and fiduciary services industries in Hong Kong in a systematic manner;
• set minimum professional standards within the trust industry;
• encourage new entrants to the industry and provide a platform for opportunities of career advancement; and
• promote confidence of clients, financial service sectors and regulatory bodies in fiduciary services through setting professional standards and competency of individuals working in the trust industry.

The accreditation will confer a Certified Trust Practitioner™ designation to individuals who have successfully attained the accreditation requirements.

Accreditation Requirements

Certified Trust Practitioner™designation will be awarded to individual members of the Hong Kong Trustees’ Association who have satisfied the Certification, Experience and Membership requirements.

Certification - Trust Training Certificate Course

As part of the accreditation process, a Trust Training Certificate Course has been developed in partnership with the Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute. The course is structured in 2 Parts (Part A and Part B). Students who successfully complete the course and pass the examinations will be awarded the Trust Training Certificate. 

Course description

Part A Syllabus

Part B Syllabus