Accelerate Your Path to the CMT®
Structured prep courses for CMT Levels I, II & III - learn directly from practicing market technicians.
About the Program
The PFA Institute’s CMT Program Prep Course offers a comprehensive, hands-on pathway for candidates preparing for the Chartered Market Technician (CMT) designation. Built on the same analytical rigor and applied focus as institutional training, the course covers all three CMT levels through a blend of conceptual learning, data-driven analysis, and real-world trading practice. Participants gain mastery in chart reading, trend analysis, risk management, and behavioral finance while developing the disciplined, rule-based approach required of global market professionals. This prep course bridges theory and execution, ensuring candidates are well-prepared for the CMT exams and for professional success in technical analysis.
CMT Program Overview
| Level | Focus Area | Exam Format | Study Hours | Exam Duration |
| CMT Level I | Foundational Principles of Technical Analysis | 132 Multiple-Choice Questions | 40–100 Hours | 2 Hours |
| CMT Level II | Application of Technical Analysis Methods | 170 Multiple-Choice Questions | 100–140 Hours | 4 Hours |
| CMT Level III | Integration and Portfolio Management | MCQs + Short Answers | 120–160 Hours | 4 Hours |
*Source: 2025 CMT Program Guide, CMT Association
CMT Level I — Foundations
- Theory & History of Technical Analysis Chart Construction, Price/Volume Analysis
- Trend & Pattern Identification
- Technical Indicators & Statistics for Technicians
- Behavioral Finance, Sentiment, and Ethics
CMT Level II — Application
- Advanced Charting and Breakout Analysis
- Volatility & Sentiment Measures (VIX, Options, Futures)
- Cycle & Elliott Wave Analysis
- Quantitative and Systematic Trading Systems
- Comparative Market Analysis and Risk Application
CMT Level III — Integration
- Risk Management, Portfolio Construction & Sector Rotation
- Advanced Use of Bollinger Bands and AVWAP
- Fusion Analysis (Fundamental + Technical)
- Digital Assets and On-Chain Metrics
- Case Studies and Applied Ethics
About the Trainner
Prof. Puratan Bharti is a Mentor ATL (Niti Ayog), Business Mentor for IIT - Bombay (Abhyuday)program, Board of Studies Member- Symbiosis Arts & Commerce College, Mentor - Symbiosis Investments and Finance Association (SIFA) and Editor-in-Chief for SIFA newsletter. Prof. Puratan Bharti is also a consultant / trainer for National StockExchange, NSE Academy.
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Flexible Learning
Online, hybrid, and weekend options for working professionals.
Structured Learning
Weekly schedule with live sessions, recordings, and topic trackers.
Mentored by Practitioners
Sessions led by experienced analysts and market professionals.
Exam-Focused Preparation
Mock tests, quizzes, and last-minute revision marathons.
Interactive Community
Telegram/WhatsApp groups for discussion, guidance, and peer learning.
Who Should Join
- Traders, analysts, and portfolio managers
- Students aiming for careers in technical research or trading desks
- Financial professionals seeking globally recognized technical credentials