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The Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS®) certification, offered by the Association of Certified Financial Crime Specialists (ACFCS®), equips professionals with essential skills and knowledge to combat financial crimes such as anti-money laundering and fraud. This accelerated course takes place over two days, culminating in the CFCS® exam.
Certification Body Association of Certified Financial Crime Specialists – ACFCS®
Learning Objective
- Understand financial crime types, including anti-money laundering and fraud.
- Identify risks from cyber fraudsters and human traffickers.
- Develop compliance program skills.
- Learn regulatory requirements and prevention practices.
- Enhance investigative techniques for financial crime detection.
- Collaborate with law enforcement effectively.
- Apply real-world scenarios for better decision-making.
Exam Information
- Exam: ACFCS® Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS®)
- Duration: 4 hours
- Format: Multiple-choice
- Number of Questions: 145 (20 ungraded)
- Passing Score: 82/125
Recertification
- Stay updated on financial crime methods.
- Submit application and pay $150 fee.
- Earn 60 continuing education credits every three years.
- Submit by December 31; late applications accepted for $200 fee.
- Maintain proof of credits for audits.
- Failure to comply requires retaking the exam.
- Receive reminders before the deadline.
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Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 10 Lessons
- 40 Hours
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Requirements
- Two professional references with contact details and an explanation of their relationship.
- Documentation of at least 40 credits in financial crime and related fields through experience, education, training, or certifications.
Target audiences
- Financial crime prevention specialists
- Anti-money laundering analysts
- Fraud investigators
- Regulatory compliance officers
- Risk management professionals