The Board of Standards can waive the degree for those individuals who have met all certification requirements prior to 2007.  After 2006, it will not matter what your degree is in, but you will also need three years of relevant work experience.  Until 2007, individuals who do not have a bachelor's degree, may substitute the degree requirement with five years of relevant experience.

The Board of Standards will also be looking for ethical people.  You will be asked if you have ever been a party (or involved) in any criminal, civil, governmental, or self-regulatory agency proceeding or inquiry.  Also, you will be required to adhere to the Board’s Code of Ethics and Professional Responsibility and Financial Planning Practice Standards. 

 Of course there are other certification programs that do not require a college degree.  For instance, the Professional Career Development Institute (PCDI) does not require a college degree. According to the PCDI there are no specific educational prerequisites or experience requirements to enroll, but it may benefit your practice to keep working at it until you receive your degree. 

If you enjoy dealing with people and have good basic math skills, you may want to consider becoming a financial advisor.  If you are motivated to learn, there are online courses you can take to become a financial planner.