Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
he Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) credential, administered by the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS), is widely recognized as the global gold standard in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CTF) certification . It is trusted by professionals and institutions in over 180 countries and is acknowledged by governments, financial institutions, and regulatory bodies worldwide as a demonstration of commitment to protecting the financial system from money laundering and financial crime . The certification validates expertise in identifying and mitigating financial crime risks, building effective AML compliance programs, and understanding global regulatory frameworks. To be eligible, candidates must hold an active ACAMS membership and earn 40 eligibility credits through a combination of education (e.g., 10 credits for an associate degree, 20 for a bachelor's, 30 for a master's, 40 for a doctorate), professional experience (10 credits per year of work experience), and training (1 credit per hour of financial crime-related training) . The CAMS exam consists of 120 multiple-choice and multiple-selection questions administered over 3.5 hours, with a passing score of 75 . The exam blueprint covers four domains: Understanding Risks and Methods of Financial Crime (30%), Global AFC Frameworks, Governance, and Regulations (20%), Building an AFC Compliance Program (30%), and Tools and Technologies to Fight Financial Crime (20%) . The enhanced CAMS program now features a modular learning structure with four self-paced courses, elective content tailored to specific industries and jurisdictions, and an enhanced exam simulation tool with over 1,000 practice questions . Certification packages start at US$2,095 for the private sector and US$1,595 for public sector employees . Recertification requires maintaining an active ACAMS membership, earning 60 recertification credits, and paying a recertification fee
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