The New York Debtors Certification of Completion of Postpetition Instructional Course Concerning Financial Management (12/1/15)) is a document issued to individuals who have completed a post-petition financial management course. This document is issued by the New York bankruptcy court and serves as proof of completion of the course. It is used to demonstrate to creditors and other parties that the debtor has taken the necessary steps to become more financially responsible. The certificate is important for the debtor as it is an important step in the process of rebuilding their credit following bankruptcy. The New York Bankruptcy Court has two different types of Debtors Certification of Completion of Postpetition Instructional Course Concerning Financial Management (12/1/15). The first type is for Chapter 7 filers who have completed the course within 9 months of the date of filing. The second type is for Chapter 13 filers who have completed the course within 21 months of the date of filing. The certificate is issued upon successful completion of the course and must be submitted to the court in order to be officially recognized.