Course Overview
Master Online Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (ACAMS) Course with Practical, Job-Ready Training
Our Online Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (ACAMS) Course is designed for professionals who want to build or advance a serious career in AML, compliance, and financial crime prevention through live online classes and exam-focused mentoring.
By the end of this course, you will be able to
- Confidently interpret and apply global AML/CFT and sanctions requirements in real-world financial crime scenarios.
- Prepare for and clear the official CAMS certification exam with structured guidance, mocks, and revision support.
- Showcase AML framework design, investigation capabilities, and CAMS exam readiness on your CV and LinkedIn profile.
Course Snapshot
- Mode: Live Online with recordings via e-learning portal
- Level: Intermediate professional AML certification prep
- Ideal for: Compliance, risk, audit, AML, KYC, and BFSI professionals and career switchers
- Certification Body: ACAMS (CAMS Certification)
Upcoming Batches
Weekday evening batch
Fast-track / Exam crash batch
Is this for you?
Who Should Take This Course
This programme is ideal for professionals and graduates who want to build or advance a career in AML, compliance, and financial crime prevention.
- Compliance Officers and Compliance Managers.
- AML Officers and professionals working in AML or AFC teams.
- Money Laundering Reporting Officers (MLROs) and Deputy MLROs.
- Know Your Customer (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) Analysts.
- Financial Crime, Fraud Risk, and Sanctions Screening Analysts.
- Internal and External Auditors focusing on regulatory compliance.
- Risk Managers and Operational Risk Professionals.
- Employees in banks and financial institutions at branch or head office level.
- Managers and staff in regulatory compliance departments.
- Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) consultants who want to specialize in AML.
- BPO/KPO professionals handling research, investigations, and AML-related processes.
- Professionals planning to appear for the CAMS exam for the first time or after a gap.
- Graduates and career switchers aiming to enter AML or AFC roles with a strong credential.
Eligibility & prerequisites
CAMS exam applicants must meet ACAMS membership and credit criteria, while our training is suitable for learners with basic exposure to finance or compliance.
- CAMS exam eligibility: Active ACAMS membership plus at least 40 eligibility credits earned via education, relevant AML or financial crime work experience, and training hours.
- Education credits: 10 credits for Associate, 20 for Bachelor’s, 30 for Master’s, and 40 for JD or PhD as per ACAMS matrix.
- Work & training credits: 10 credits per year of qualifying AML or financial crime work experience and 1 credit per hour of relevant training (EduDelphi provides these credits).
For our training program, a basic understanding of banking, finance, or compliance is recommended; contact us for a free profile assessment and ACAMS eligibility guidance.
Curriculum
What You’ll Learn in Online Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (ACAMS) Course
Comprehensive coverage of the Enhanced ACAMS Course topics and exam domains.
Understanding Risks and Methods of Financial Crime
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- Nature and typologies of money laundering, terrorist financing, and sanctions evasion
- Predicate offenses: Fraud, bribery, corruption, and tax evasion
- Virtual Assets (VA) and Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs)
- Environmental Crimes and Wildlife Trafficking
- Risks across products, services, and high-risk jurisdictions
Global AFC Frameworks, Governance, and Regulations
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- FATF 40 Recommendations and FATF-Style Regional Bodies (FSRBs)
- Wolfsberg Group AML Principles and Basel Committee CDD Principles
- Proliferation Financing and Sanctions Governance
- Key frameworks: USA PATRIOT Act, EU Directives, and UAE/GCC local standards
- Public-private partnerships and international cross-border cooperation
Building an Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) Compliance Program
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- Designing an effective AFC program and the Risk-Based Approach (RBA)
- Three Lines of Defense and MLRO/Board responsibilities
- Customer lifecycle management: CDD, KYC, and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
- Enterprise-wide risk assessments and independent AML audits
- Targeted training and maintaining a strong compliance culture
Tools and Technologies to Fight Financial Crime
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- Application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
- Transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and RegTech alert management
- Data analytics, model governance, and privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs)
- Investigative techniques: Internal reviews, SAR/STR filing, and reporting
- Supporting law enforcement and regulatory investigations
This syllabus is 100% aligned with the ACAMS Enhanced CAMS Handbook and includes dedicated exam preparation support from EduDelphi.
Learning outcomes by module
- Build a strong conceptual base in modern ML/TF risks including Crypto and Environmental crime.
- Connect global AML/CFT standards with current regulatory expectations.
- Translate frameworks into practical AFC programs and investigations, ready for the CAMS exam.
Download full syllabus
Get the complete, updated ACAMS Course syllabus with module-wise topics and CAMS exam weightage.
Exam & certification
How the CAMS Certification Exam Works
Summary of the latest Enhanced CAMS exam structure as defined by ACAMS.
Exam pattern
- Exam type: Computer-based (Multiple Choice & Multiple Selection).
- Duration: 210 minutes (3.5 hours) total exam time.
- Number of questions: 120 scored questions across four topic areas.
- Passing score: A scaled score of 75 or higher.
Exam windows & attempts
- Delivery: Conducted via Pearson VUE test centers or Online Proctored options.
- Scheduling: Flexible booking based on seat availability through the ACAMS portal.
- Retake policy: ACAMS permits retakes after specific waiting periods and additional fees.
Certification & recognition
Upon successfully clearing the exam, you will be awarded the Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) credential.
- Issued by: Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS).
- Recognised: Globally in 175+ countries as the “Gold Standard” in compliance.
- Validity: Active for 3 years; requires 60 CPE credits for recertification.
Always refer to the official ACAMS website for the latest candidate policies. Our team will guide you through registration.
Fees & inclusions
Online Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (ACAMS) Course Fees
Transparent pricing including EduDelphi training and indicative official ACAMS certification costs.
What your fee includes
- Complete CAMS training via live online or self-paced video modules.
- Official CAMS study materials, success slides, and exam preparation kits.
- Access to Delphi LMS with class recordings and 100+ hours of video content.
- 3,000+ practice questions and full-length exam-simulated mocks.
- Doubt support and career counselling with AML industry experts.
EMI & installment options available
Indicative ACAMS Package: Private Sector ~$1,995+ | Public Sector ~$1,345+. Note: Membership and exam fees are separate from training fees.
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Meet your mentors
Learn from Certified, Practicing Professionals
Our ACAMS Course is delivered by seasoned AML and compliance practitioners with global certifications and extensive UAE and GCC experience.
Shyam Sarrof
CPA (USA), CMA (USA), ACA, ACMA, CS, CFA, ACTM, MBA, B.Com (H) – 22+ years in Advisory, Control & Risk Management
With over 22 years of experience in advisory, control and risk management, Shyam brings deep practical exposure to AML, compliance, and financial crime matters into the classroom. He is known for making complex ACAMS concepts easy to grasp through clear teaching and relevant real-world examples.
