Membership   

To be a member of the Colorado Chapter you must first be a member of the National Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.  This applies to CFEs, non-CFEs and students.

Other individuals may attend chapter meetings as guests but they are not permitted to join the chapter until they are members of the ACFE.  To learn more about ACFE and COCFE membership categories - click here

Membership -FAQ

• Why join the local chapter?

• How do I apply for new membership or update my current membership contact information?

• How do I renew my membership?

• What is the cost of annual membership (dues)

• How do I pay my annual dues?

• How do I update my information?

• What different types of memberships are offered?

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Why join the local Colorado chapter (the COCFE)?

ACFE chapters are organized by members who reside in a particular geographic region (i.e., a city or country) and share an interest in the detection and deterrence of fraud. An added benefit of ACFE membership is the opportunity to get involved immediately with your local chapter. Chapters act as local agents of the ACFE, providing continued support for members worldwide. Take advantage of this resource and enjoy benefits including:

• Networking Opportunities

• Quality, Affordable Local CPE Training

• Promoting Fraud Awareness In Your Community

• Leadership Roles Available

• Mentoring Opportunities

How do I apply for new membership or update my current membership contact information?

Preferred method online:

REGULAR MEMBERS CLICK HERE to apply for or update your membership online; or

STUDENT MEMBERS CLICK HERE to apply for or update your membership online.

In the alternative, you may complete the membership application form (below) and mail with your payment to:

      Director of Membership, Attn: New Membership

      c/o Colorado Chapter of the ACFE

       PO BOX 3729
       Englewood, CO 80155

Click here for a membership form. 
Click here for a student membership form.

How to renew your membership

Pay your annual dues (by 12/31 of the preceding year). 

The cost of dues and payment options are below.

COCFE Membership dues

Annual membership:    $30 per year (January 1 thru December 31)

Student membership:   FREE  (Annual student fee to ACFE is $25)

MEMBERSHIP DUES ARE NOW PAST DUE for 2010 - please remit ASAP!   

If you'd like to pay your dues via mail - please use the following address:

      Director of Membership

      c/o Colorado Chapter of the ACFE

      PO BOX 3729
      Englewood, CO 80155

If you'd like to pay your dues via PAYPAL - click below on the button

How do I update my membership information?

Please use the following membership forms and check the "update database" box.

Click here for a membership form. 

Click here for a student membership form.

You can also email your simple changes to:  membership@cocfe.org

ACFE Membership Categories - To apply go to acfe.com

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) - Open to current members of the ACFE interested in positioning themselves as leaders in the prevention, detection, deterrence and investigation of fraud.

Associate- Open to individuals interested in the prevention, detection, deterrence and investigation of fraud and fraud-related activities.

Educator Associate - Open to individuals who are employed by an institution of higher learning, as an educator, as your primary means of employment.

Student Associate - Open to undergraduate students enrolled at least 12 semester hours (or equivalent) or graduate students enrolled at least 9 semester hours (or equivalent), in a college or university or equivalent.

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