Edward Jones employee completes specialist program, earns designation

Melissa Cates of Edward Jones in Freeland has achieved the professional designation of Accredited Asset Management Specialist. Cates successfully completed the Accredited Asset Management Specialist, or AAMS, Professional Education Program from the Denver-based College for Financial Planning. Those who complete the program must pass a final exam and sign a code of ethics and disclosure form.

Melissa Cates of Edward Jones in Freeland has achieved the professional designation of Accredited Asset Management Specialist.

Cates successfully completed the Accredited Asset Management Specialist, or AAMS, Professional Education Program from the Denver-based College for Financial Planning. Those who complete the program must pass a final exam and sign a code of ethics and disclosure form.

This advanced training offers investment professionals the hands-on information needed to provide comprehensive financial services, according to a news release. Study topics include understanding the asset management process to understanding asset allocation and strategies.