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About ACFCSACFCS is a leading provider of practical tools and knowledge to helpprofessionals improve results in financial crime detection and prevention.Through membership, live and online training, and the Certified FinancialCrime Specialist (CFCS) credential, our goal is to deliver resources thatenable better performance in financial crime compliance, investigations,regulation and enforcement.ACFCS.ORGACFCS.ORG2
AMLDUAFRAbout CertificationESIONTNCSACNLIAPWhether it’scyber fraudsters or human traffickers, corrupt officials or taxOMCevaders, financial crime professionals are facing a wider and more complexlandscape of risks and threats than ever before. The Certified FinancialCrime Specialist (CFCS) credential is the only certification to respond to thisneed for professionals with diverse skills and broad-based knowledge acrossthe financial crime spectrum.The exam was constructed with the help of 50 experts under the strictauspices of a psychometric firm and a worldwide survey. This produces a neutral,“The exam testsone’s ability to applyconcepts in practicalscenarios. Passing it canbe a great asset forprofessionals in theconverging disciplinesof financial crime.”Morris GuyCFCSRoyal Bank of CanadaMontréallegally defensible professional certification examination and program.INCREASE CEYOURCAREERPROTECTYOURORGANIZATION3
What The Exam CoversThe CFCS Certification recognizes that financial crime issues do not exist in isolation—perpetrators of fraud schemesbecome money launderers, and corrupt public officials become tax evaders, to provide just two examples. That’s whythe CFCS certifications takes a more comprehensive and converged perspective to the financial crime spectrum.By becoming CFCS-certified, professionals validate their competency in multiple areas and demonstrate they are readyto tackle a wide range of challenges in financial crime detection and SECURITYTAXEVASIONTERRORISTFINANCINGFRAUD“The exam is far-reaching. I love that the questions are scenario-based. I recommend it toanyone in the financial crime detection and prevention professions.”Becki LaPorte, CFCS, CAMS, Lead Compliance Trainer, FINRA , Member Regulation Training, Washington, DC
IANCECFCS Certification PackageThe CFCS Certification Package has everything you need to prepare for and pass the exam. The package includes1 year of ACFCS Membership, the CFCS Study Manual, the CFCS Online Live/On-Demand Prep Seminar and theCFCS certification exam.CFCS ONLINE LIVE/ON-DEMAND PREP SEMINARMembers have access to exclusive ACFCS benefitsThis training seminar is a three part online series thatincluding access to archived content, on-demand andRCOACFCS ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPORRRTEand includes practice questions and Q&A at the end ofISMeach session. The CFCS Certification Package includesTIOPlus, members receive preferred pricing on all ACFCSPRUmembers-only webinars, member forums, and more.includes a thorough overview of the CFCS Study Manualboth the live and on-demand version of this seminar.CFCS STUDY MANUALCFCS CERTIFICATION EXAMThe CFCS Study Manual includes over 340 pages ofAfter utilizing the given training tools and resources,in-depth information on topics spanning the full financialthe exam can be taken at one of 750 Kryterion Testingcrime spectrum. Written by experts, this manual serves asCenters. These centers are located around the world.preparation material and a financial crime training resource.Find a testing center near you, visit kryteriononline.com orNtrainings and events.contact ACFCS Member Services for more information.ACFCS.ORG5
Anatomy Of ACFCS QuestionQuestions reflect real-worldfinancial crime scenarionsroutinely encounteredYour financial institution has been subject to several hacking attempts over thelast few weeks. While none have been successful, you worry that it might be amatter of time. To keep your network secure, you have decided to update yournetwork security policies.What is an important step to include in your network security policy?A. Educate your online customers to detect phishing attempts and otherEach item includes fourpossible answers; three ofthe four possible answersserve as distractersfraudulent email scams.B. Disable auto deletion of old data, including access logs, and move themto an archive server.C. Only permit administrative connections via the Internet throughHTTPS or SSH connections.D. Require confirmation from network engineering before resettingany lost passwords.Steps to Certificaton:STEP 1STEP 2STEP 3STEP 4Register for CFCSPrepare using the CFCSDocument 40 CFCSSchedule, take and passcertificationstudy manual, practicecredits through training,your examination,test, prep course andprofessional experienceand submit your CFCSother resourcesand educationcandidate applicationfor final approvalCFCS RECERTIFICATIONProfessionals who hold the CFCS credential are required to earn qualifying continuing education credits throughexperience, training and education. Those who are CFCS-certified must apply for recertification every two years.To learn more about recertification download the recertification application.ACFCS.ORG6
Did You Know?9 out of 10 CFCS-Certified professionals believeearning their CFCS credential demonstrates a higherstandard of financial crime knowledge and skill.Start Your Journey Toward CFCS Certification.Register Today!ACFCS.ORGACFCS.ORGA BARBRI Professional Association7
The Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS) credential is the only certification to respond to this need for professionals with diverse skills and broad-based knowledge across the financial crime spectrum. The exam was constructed with the help of 50 experts under the strict auspices of a psychometric firm and a worldwide survey.
