ACAMS Certification Pathway
A clear progression from beginner to expert.
Associate
Foundational, entry-level AFC professionals
Specialist
Core certifications, 40 eligibility credits required
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist
CAMSCertified Global Sanctions Specialist
CGSSCertified Cryptoasset Anti-Financial Crime Specialist
CCASCertified Anti-Fraud Specialist
CAFSAdvanced
5+ years experience, requires CAMS prerequisite
Advanced CAMS-Audit
CAMS-AuditAdvanced CAMS-Financial Crimes Investigations
CAMS-FCIAdvanced CAMS-Risk Management
CAMS-RMRecent Changes
The perfect Fit for all professionals
AML Compliance Officers
BSA/AML compliance officers, compliance managers, and chief compliance officers responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining anti-money laundering programs at financial institutions.
Financial Crime Investigators
Fraud analysts, financial intelligence unit professionals, and law enforcement personnel who investigate suspicious transactions, trace illicit funds, and support regulatory enforcement actions.
Risk & Audit Professionals
Internal auditors, risk managers, and regulatory examiners who assess the effectiveness of AFC controls, conduct independent testing, and ensure compliance with AML regulations and industry standards.
Sanctions & FinTech Compliance Specialists
Sanctions screening analysts, OFAC specialists, and FinTech compliance professionals who manage sanctions risk, implement crypto-asset controls, and navigate evolving digital payment regulations.
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