DEP™ Designation

Become a Digital Estate Planner (DEP™)

Demonstrate competence in digital asset planning and modern estate administration through the Board’s independent, standards-driven examination.

  1. 1EnrollAccept the DEP™ Membership and Designation Agreement and complete secure checkout.
  2. 2Sit the DEP™ examinationA two-hour online examination. Two attempts are included each year.
  3. 3Admissions Committee reviewEvery passing result is reviewed before the designation is conferred.
  4. 4Designated & verifiableReceive your numbered Certificate of Designation; anyone can verify your status.

$1,495 to join

What your joining fee covers

  • The DEP™ examination: two hours online, on your schedule, with two attempts included
  • Admissions Committee review of your passing result before the designation is conferred
  • Your first year of membership

Then $495 a year annual renewal, starting one year after you enroll. Cancel any time from your account.

Membership

As a DEP™ member

  • Use of the DEP™ designation
    e.g. Jane Smith, Esq., DEP™
  • A numbered Certificate of Designation
  • Public verification of your status at any time
  • An optional listing in the DEP™ Directory
  • Member benefits: exclusive offers from our sponsors in your portal, including 25% off Eternal Pro

Using DEP™ in your marketing? Members receive the Board’s approved display formats and recommended disclosure language.

DEP™ Membership

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