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I. Pricing Principles and Strategy
To ensure global accessibility while upholding the prestige and value of our certifications, the Global Feng Shui Association (GFSA) adheres to the following pricing strategy:
- Value-Based Pricing: Fees are directly correlated with the professional standard, assessment complexity, and market value each certification represents.
- Tiered Global Pricing System: Recognizing global economic disparities, we use the World Bank's income classifications to establish three pricing tiers, ensuring fairness and accessibility.
- Cost Coverage and Development Support: Fees cover administrative costs and support the Association's ongoing academic research, global outreach, and standards development.
- Price Transparency: All fee structures are clearly detailed, so applicants understand what services are covered by their payment.
II. Global Pricing Tiers
Using the U.S. Dollar (USD) as our baseline currency, we have segmented global regions into three pricing tiers:
- Tier A (100%): High-income economies (e.g., Canada, USA, UK, Singapore, Japan, Germany).
- Tier B (approx. 50-60% of Tier A): Upper-middle income economies (e.g., China, Russia, Brazil, Malaysia).
- Tier C (approx. 25-30% of Tier A): Lower-middle and low-income economies (e.g., India, Vietnam, Philippines, Nigeria).
Note: The country classification is subject to annual review based on the latest World Bank data.
III. Professional Certification Fee Schedule
Important Note: The following are one-time "Application & Certification Fees" and do not include any costs for preparatory training courses.
| Certification | Fee Details & Inclusions | Tier A (USD) | Tier B (USD) | Tier C (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFSP Assistant Feng Shui Planner |
Application review, online written exam, blueprint analysis scoring, certificate processing & mailing, database entry. | $250 | $130 | $75 |
| RFSP / RIAC Registered Feng Shui / I Ching Consultant |
Application review, advanced theory exam, practical assessment, case study/thesis review, committee defense, certificate processing & mailing, database entry. | $950 | $550 | $280 |
| SFSP / SIAC Senior/Expert Feng Shui / I Ching Consultant |
Portfolio review (including in-depth audit of publications and major projects), expert committee interview, honorary certificate design & production, lifetime membership, and database distinction. | $2,800 | $1,600 | $850 |
IV. Institutional Authorization Fee Schedule
Fees for institutions are divided into an "Initial Application & Audit Fee" and an "Annual Licensing & Maintenance Fee".
| Authorization | Fee Type | Tier A (USD) | Tier B (USD) | Tier C (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GFSA-ATI Authorized Training Institute |
Initial Application & Audit Fee | $1,800 | $950 | $500 |
| Annual Licensing & Maintenance Fee | $600 | $350 | $180 | |
| GFSA-ACI Authorized Consulting Institute |
Initial Application & Audit Fee | $3,500 | $1,900 | $950 |
| Annual Licensing & Maintenance Fee | $1,200 | $650 | $350 |
V. Additional Fees and Notes
- Re-examination Fee: A fee of 20% of the original certification cost applies for retaking a written exam. For practical assessments or oral defenses, the fee is 30%.
- Certificate Re-issuance Fee: A standard fee of $50 USD plus shipping applies for reprinting a lost or damaged certificate.
- Travel Expenses: If a certification exam or institutional audit requires an examiner or auditor to travel, related transportation and accommodation costs are to be covered by the applicant. The Association will endeavor to assign local personnel to minimize these costs.
- Payment Methods: The official GFSA website will process payments via major international methods, including credit cards and PayPal, with automatic currency conversion.