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Puede acceder al formulario de solicitud de Examen CAMS aquí.
¿Cómo inicio sesión para acceder al formulario de solicitud de CAMS en línea?Si ya tiene una cuenta de ACAMS, vaya aquí e inicie sesión con su dirección de correo electrónico registrada (nombre de usuario) y su contraseña. Si es nuevo en ACAMS y no tiene ninguna cuenta, visite esta página y seleccione “Registro” para crear una cuenta nueva.
Necesito enviar una solicitud completa al momento de la compra o puedo enviar la solicitud después?Los candidatos pueden pagar su certificación antes de enviar su solicitud; sin embargo, el proceso de solicitud no está completo hasta que haya enviado su documentación y ACAMS haya aprobado su solicitud.
¿Puedo enviar una versión digital de mi documentación complementaria?Sí, puede enviar copias electrónicas de su documentación complementaria. Envíe y suba su solicitud y su documentación complementaria a través del formulario de solicitud CAMS en línea.
¿Dónde puedo ver el estado de mi solicitud CAMS?Podrá ver el estado de su solicitud CAMS al acceder al formulario de solicitud de CAMS en línea.
Cuánto tiempo tengo para hacer el examen de CAMS a partir de la fecha de pago?Tiene seis meses a partir de la fecha de compra de su paquete de examen. A partir del 18 de noviembre del 2019 ya no emitiremos códigos de comprobante. En lugar de ello, ACAMS enviará los nombres de los candidatos elegibles al centro examinador Pearson VUE. Luego, podrá programar su examen con Pearson VUE iniciando sesión en el sitio web de ACAMS y accediendo al sistema de programación de exámenes.
Cómo puedo enviar mi solicitud?Puede enviar su solicitud de Examen CAMS aquí.
Existe un formulario web para la Solicitud de CAMS?Puede enviar su solicitud de Examen CAMS aquí.
Es necesario que todas las referencias profesionales trabajen en la misma organización?No, preferiríamos que no todas las referencias profesionales sean de la misma organización.
Es transferible la solicitud de CAMS?La solicitud de CAMS es intransferible; sin embargo, el pago del Examen CAMS puede ser transferible. La persona a la que se vaya a transferir el pago necesitará presentar su propia solicitud para aprobación.
¿Hay algún descuento gubernamental para el examen de CAMS?Sí, usted puede ver los precios para el sector público en http://www.acams.org/es/certifications/cams-certification.
¿En cuántos idiomas está disponible el examen de CAMS?- Árabe
- Bahasa Indonesio
- Chino Simplificado
- Chino Tradicional
- Inglés
- Francés
- Alemán
- Japonés
- Portugués
- Ruso
- Español
Una vez que haya comprado su paquete de examen y su solicitud sea aceptada, recibirá instrucciones porcorreo electrónico sobre cómo acceder a la herramienta de programación.
¿Es posible hacer el examen durante una conferencia?El Examen CAMS solo se ofrece en los centros examinadores, de modo que no es posible hacerlo durante una conferencia. Nuestro nuevo proveedor de exámenes, Pearson VUE, brinda una red mundial que permite a los candidatos para certificaciones de ACAMS programar el examen en cualquiera de sus más de 5.000 centros examinadores en todo el mundo. Para encontrar el centro examinador más cercano, visite: https://wsr.pearsonvue.com/testtaker/find/testcenter/ACAMS.
Por favor proporcione a ACAMS las transcripciones oficiales o una copia de su diploma.
¿Cuáles son los requisitos de elegibilidad para hacer el examen de CAMS?En el Manual del Candidato puede encontrar la lista completa de los requisitos de elegibilidad. No obstante, como mínimo, necesita ser miembro de ACAMS y calificar con un mínimo de 40 créditos.
¿Aceptan créditos de capacitación externa?Sí, puede aplicar créditos de otras organizaciones para su solicitud de certificación CAMS.
Soy elegible para hacer el examen CAMS si no tengo un títulode educación superior?Sí, puede calificar usando una combinación de otras categorías de criterios de elegibilidad. Consulte la matriz de Criterios de Elegibilidad en el Manual del Candidato de CAMS.
Obtengo algún crédito por ser miembro de ACAMS?La membresía otorga créditos para la recertificación; sin embargo, no cuentan para la Solicitud de Examen CAMS.
¿Es necesario que el título de educación superior esté relacionado con finanzas para ser elegible para los créditos para CAMS?Los títulos profesionales que califican pueden ser de cualquier campo de estudio; sin embargo, deben ser otorgados por una universidad.
¿Es elegibleuna experiencia de pasantíacomocrédito profesional para el requisito de los 40 créditos de CAMS?Sí, sin embargo, las prácticas profesionales deberían estar relacionadas con ALD
Al momento del pago de su paquete de certificación, ACAMS le proporcionará un enlace que le llevará a una página desde la que puede descargar el material de estudio.
Esta guía de estudio está incluida en el precio del Examen CAMS?Sí, la Guía de Estudio está incluida en el precio del paquete de certificación CAMS
¿Puedo ver la guía de estudio en un dispositivo Kindle?Si, el PDF de la Guía de Estudio CAMS se puede veren la mayoría de los lectores electrónicos.
Dónde puedo encontrar ejemplos de las preguntas del examen de CAMS?El Capítulo 6 de la Guía de Estudio CAMS contiene preguntas de práctica para que usted las consulte.
Primero debe presentar su solicitud para el Examen de CAMS. Una vez que su solicitud sea aprobada y haya comprado su paquete de examen, se le enviarán por correo electrónico las instrucciones sobre cómo programar su examen en el centro examinador Pearson VUE más cercano.
¿Cuándo puedo registrarme para hacer el examen?Los candidatos pueden registrarse para el examen en cuanto compren su paquete de examen.
Los candidatos pueden reprogramar en líneay sin costo alguno su examen, siempre y cuando se haga hasta 72 horas antes del examen. La cancelaciones y las reprogramaciones en las 72 horas antes del examen se pueden hacer directamente en el sitio web de Pearson VUE. También puede reprogramar o cancelar a través del centro telefónico de Pearson VUE (1-866-389-8339) hasta 72 horas antes del examen, con un cargo de USD 20. Si cancela o reprograma un examen dentro de las 24 a 72 horas anteriores a su hora programada, habrá un cargo de USD 100, cobrado por Pearson UVE. Hay un cargo adicional por la reprogramación del examen por teléfono en lugar de usar el sistema en línea. Los centros telefónicos de Pearson VUE responderán preguntas para ayudar con la programación en línea, sin cargo. Sin embargo, si el examen se programa por vía telefónica, Pearson VUE le cobrará USD 20. Si cancela su examen dentro de un plazo de 24 horas o menos antes del examen o no se presenta a su cita programada, necesitará contactar a ACAMS y se le cobrará por una nueva autorización (USD 299 sector privado y USD 199sector público).Para programar un nuevo examen, el candidato debe:
- Solicitar una factura a través de la página Contáctenos en línea;
- Pagar la tasa de examen para una nueva autorización del examen: USD 299 para miembros del sector privado y USD 199 para miembros del sector público;
- Reprogramar su examen mediante el sitio web proveedor del examen.
Sí, sin embargo, el costo de prorrogarlo 2 meses es de USD 100. El precio de una extensión de 6 meses es de USD 299.
Los examinados tendrán 210 minutos (3,5 horas) para completar el examen de CAMS.
¿Cuál es la vigencia de mi certificación CAMS?La certificación CAMS tiene una validez de tres (3) años. No obstante, los miembros certificados estarán obligados a ampliar sus conocimientos a través de la educación permanente. Los miembros deberán volverse a certificar al final del ciclo de 3 años. Consulte Recertificación CAMS para más información.
Traiga consigo dos identificaciones vigentes y válidas emitidas por el gobierno con su fotografía y su firma. El nombre que aparezca en las identificaciones debe coincidir con el nombre usado para el registro.
¿Qué puedo llevar al lugar del examen?No está permitido entrar nada en el lugar del examen. Se le indicará un lugar seguro en el que podrá dejar sus pertenencias personales, incluidos los teléfonos celulares. A cualquier persona que se le descubra un teléfono celular en su posesión durante el examen se le cancelará el examen y se le pedirá que se retire inmediatamente del centro examinador.
¿Dónde puedo estacionar mi vehículo el día del examen?Todas las ubicaciones de los centros examinadores deben tener estacionamiento en sus instalaciones o cerca de ellas para las personas que hagan el examen.
¿El centro examinador proporcionará la computadora/equipo requerido?Sí, todos los centros examinadores están totalmente equipados con computadoras y todo el hardware y software necesarios.
Los examinados deben obtener una calificación de 75 o más para aprobar la 6ta edición del examen de CAMS.
¿Cuándo sabré la calificación de mi examen?Obtendrásu calificación al momento de finalizar su examen. En el centro examinador también se le entregará el resultado del examen impreso y se le enviará por correo electrónico poco después de su examen. Este mensaje de correo electrónico indicará el resultado de su examen y cómo mantener actualizada la certificación.
¿Revelan los resultados del examen por pregunta o tema?De acuerdo con nuestra política, que está diseñada para proteger la integridad del Examen CAMS, no damos a conocer el contenido de las preguntas del examen.
¿Los resultados del examen se divulgan a terceros? ¿Los resultados del examen sonpúblicos?Los resultados del examen no se divulgan al público. Sin embargo, ACAMS puede dar a conocer el resultado del examen a las organizaciones que subsidien la certificación para sus empleados.
Sí, los miembros pueden esperar recibir su certificado electrónico dentro de un plazo de una semana a partir de la fecha en la que hayan aprobado el examen.
¿Puedo recibir un ejemplar digital de mi certificado de CAMS?Sí, los miembros pueden esperar recibir su certificado electrónico dentro de un plazo de una semana a partir de la fecha en la que hayan aprobado el examen. El proceso puede variar según la región.
¿Puede emitir mi compañía un boletín de prensa en el que se anuncie que he obtenido mi certificación CAMS?Sí, se le enviará un comunicado de prensa junto con su certificado de CAMS. Sin embargo, se trata solo de un modelo sugerido. Su compañía tiene plena libertad de usar su propia versión.
¿Recibo créditos adicionales poraprobar el examen de CAMS?Los candidatos no reciben créditos adicionales por aprobar el examen.
Los candidatos que no aprueben el examen pueden repetirlo 30 días después del primer intento, 60 días después del segundo intento y 90 días después del tercer intento y cualquier intento posterior. El costo de repetición del examen es de USD 299 para miembros del sector privado y de USD 199 para miembros del sector público. Por favor visite esta página para enviar solicitudes de facturas o si tiene preguntas.
¿Cuánto debo esperar para repetir el examen después de mi intento anterior?El período de espera obligatorio después de un primer intento fallido es de 30 días. El período de espera obligatorio después de un segundo intento fallido es de 60 días. El período de espera obligatorio después de un tercer intento fallido es de 90 días. A los candidatos no se les permite hacer el examen más de tres veces consecutivas, sin excepciones.
Sí, puede acceder a la lista de graduados de CAMS aquí: http://www.acams.org/es/graduates/acams-graduate-list-cams-certified-graduates. La lista de graduados se actualiza cada dos semanas. Permita un lapso de 2 a 3 semanas para que su nombre aparezca en el sitio web. Si su nombre no aparece dentro del lapso de 2 a 3 semanas después de haber completado exitosamente el examen de CAMS, visite esta página y envíe su consulta. Debe manteneractiva su membresía de ACAMS con el fin de permanecer dentro de la lista de graduados de CAMS.
Los miembros deben recertificarse cada tres (3) años a partir del año de su certificación. Por ejemplo, si María se certificó en 2014, su año de recertificación sería 2017.
¿Cuáles son los requisitos para la recertificación?Se requieren 60 créditos para la recertificación. Puede obtener un cierto número de estos créditos a través de su experiencia laboral y obteniendo su membresía de ACAMS. Además, 12 de los créditos educativos deben provenir de entrenamiento proporcionado por ACAMS.
¿Necesito enviar documentación complementaria con mi solicitud de recertificación?No necesita enviar documentación complementaria con su solicitud. No obstante, ACAMS realiza una auditoría para cada grupo que vaya a recertificarse. Cualquier persona elegida para participar en la auditoría necesitará proporcionar su documentación complementaria. Los miembros que no puedan proporcionar la documentación complementaria pueden estar en riesgo de perder su certificación.
¿Los créditos obtenidos el mismo año en el que me convertí en miembro de CAMS cuentan para mi recertificación?Sí, siempre y cuando los créditos se hayan obtenido después de que usted haya aprobado el examen de CAMS.
¿Cómo puedo obtener créditos de capacitación en línea para mi recertificación?ACAMS cuenta con una amplia gama de webinars o seminarios en línea para que los miembros elijan así como cursos de certificación en línea. Para obtener más información visite la página de capacitación de ACAMS (http://www.acams.org/es/events/acams-events-view-all-upcoming-events).
¿Cuentan otras afiliaciones para la recertificación? (ACFE)Los miembros pueden usar otras certificaciones profesionales para su recertificación, siempre y cuando estén relacionadas con la prevención de delitos financieros.
¿Cómo declaro mis créditos de educación continua?No es necesario que declare los créditos de educación continua obtenidos a través de eventos y/o entrenamientos de ACAMS. Lleve la cuenta de los créditos obtenidos a través de organizaciones externas, ya que estos no pueden registrarse en su perfil de ACAMS.
Where can I find my educational credits?To view your educational credits, please sign in to your account, click on “My Account” section and these will be displayed when you scroll down the page.
¿Cómo puedo ver los créditos educativos que he obtenido?Puede ver sus créditos de educación permanente de ACAMS mediante su perfil de miembro, que se encuentra en la sección Comunidad del sitio web de ACAMS. Para acceder a su perfil, haga clic en la opción "Acceso a la Comunidad", ubicada en la parte superior del sitio web de ACAMS.
How do I access and submit my recertification application?You may submit your recertification application by going to our website at acams.org and selecting the ‘Sign in’ tab on the upper right. Note: if you do not know your password, please select ‘Forgot Password’ to create a new one. Please do not create a new account. If you do not remember your email on file, please click here to write to us.
¿Los créditos de ACAMS son válidos para la certificación de ACFE?
¿Obtengo créditos al inscribirme en cualquier webinar gratuito ofrecido por ACAMS?Su membresía individual de ACAMS le permite realizar un número ilimitado de webinars gratuitos, incluidos los webinars pasados archivados en nuestro Entorno Virtual de Aprendizaje, y usar esos webinars para la recertificación.
Estamos cambiando el número de créditos admisibles que uno puede obtener por educación más allá de un grado de maestría, así como el número de créditos admisibles que uno puede obtener por experiencia laboral. Aunque todavía se requieren 40 créditos admisibles, este cambio significa que los solicitantes con un doctorado en Derecho o un doctorado en Filosofía pueden calificar exclusivamente sobre la base de su educación y aquellos solicitantes con 4 años comprobados de experiencia laboral relacionada con la prevención de delitos financieros pueden calificar exclusivamente sobre la base de su experiencia. Además, no solicitaremos referencias.
Requisitos anteriores
- Membresía de ACAMS activa
- 40 créditos de calificación requeridos, provenientes de una combinación de los siguientes:
Educación
- 10 créditos para Grado Asociado
- 20 créditos para Licenciatura
- 30 créditos para Maestría
Experiencia laboral
- 10 créditos por cada año de experiencia en prevención de delitos financieros, hasta un máximo de 30 créditos
Capacitación
- 1 crédito por cada hora de capacitación relacionada con la prevención de delitos financieros
Requisitos nuevos
- Membresía de ACAMS activa
- 40 créditos de calificación requeridos, provenientes de una combinación de los siguientes:
Educación:
- 10 créditos para Grado Asociado
- 20 créditos para Licenciatura
- 30 créditos para Maestría
- 40 créditos para PhD/JD
Experiencia laboral:
- 10 créditos por cada año de experiencia en prevención de delitos financieros, sin límite
Capacitación:
- 1 crédito por cada hora de capacitación relacionada con la prevención de delitos financieros
Revisamos nuestros requisitos de elegibilidad según sea necesario, en función de las observaciones proporcionadas, tanto por los candidatos como por los empleadores. Los cambios para aumentar los créditos admisibles que pueden provenir de los niveles superiores de educación y de la experiencia laboral reflejan estas observaciones y creemos que va a simplificar el proceso para muchos candidatos.
¿Cuándo entrarán en vigor los requisitos de elegibilidad?Los nuevos requisitos entrarán en vigor al momento de la publicación de nuestro formulario de solicitud en línea, a partir de noviembre de 2019.
Si mi solicitud fue rechazada previamente, pero sería admisible de acuerdo con los nuevos requisitos, ¿puedo presentar una nueva solicitud?Sí, puede presentar una nueva solicitud una vez que estos requisitos nuevos entren en vigor.
A partir del 18 de noviembre de 2019, los Exámenes de CAMS serán realizados con Pearson VUE, a través de su red mundial de más de 5 000 centros examinadores. Después de una fase de transición, los exámenes de certificación ya no estarán disponibles en los centros examinadores de Kryterion.
¿Qué es Pearson VUE?Pearson VUE (pearsonvue.com) proporciona exámenes informatizados para programas de exámenes de tecnología de la información, académicos, gubernamentales y profesionales en todo el mundo. Pearson VUE realiza exámenes en 180 países a través de la red de centros examinadores más completa y segura del mundo. Pearson VUE es una empresa de Pearson (NYSE: PSO; LSE: PSON), la compañía de enseñanza más grande del mundo.
¿Por qué ACAMS está cambiando su programa de entrega de exámenes?Estamos intentando que el Examen CAMS sea aún más accesible. Actualmente, el Examen CAMS está disponible en aproximadamente 1 500 centros examinadores. Este cambio hará que el Examen CAMS esté disponible en más de 5 000 centros en todo el mundo.
¿Por qué ACAMS está cambiando su programa de entrega de exámenes?Here is a list of important dates that you need to be aware of as it relates to this transition.
Fechas clave - Acciones
18 de noviembre de 2019 - Primer día para programar y hacer el examen en el centro examinador de Pearson VUE
22 de noviembre de 2019 - Último día para registrarse para el examen en un centro examinador de Kryterion
24 de noviembre de 2019 - Fecha límite para asegurarse de que el nombre que está en el sistema de ACAMS coincida exactamente con su documento de identificación emitido por el gobierno. Haga clic aquí para comprobar su nombre.
Semana del 25 de noviembre de 2019 - Los candidatos cuya solicitud haya sido aprobada y que vayan a presentar el examen en el centro de Pearson VUE recibirán un mensaje de correo electrónico con instrucciones para completar el nuevo Acuerdo del Examinando.
¿Cambiará el Examen CAMS?No, el Examen CAMS será idéntico, ya sea que lo haga en un centro examinador de Kryterion o de Pearson VUE.
Si, en base a sus circunstancias, realizará el examen en un centro de Pearson VUE, necesitará completar una nueva Autorización del Examinando, mediante la cual nos autoriza a compartir con Pearson VUE los datos necesarios. ACAMS le enviará instrucciones sobre esto durante la semana del 25 de noviembre. El hecho de que usted necesite realizar alguna otra acción dependerá de sus circunstancias individuales. La siguiente serie de preguntas se enfoca en estas circunstancias.
He comprado un paquete CAMS o CGSS, pero aún no he enviado mi solicitud ni recibido el código de comprobante. ¿Cómo me afectará este cambio?Cuando envíe su solicitud y esta sea aceptada, recibirá información sobre cómo programar su examen en un centro de Pearson VUE.
Tengo un código de comprobante de CAMS aún vigente para Kryterion, pero aún no he programado mi examen. ¿Cómo me afectará este cambio?Puede usar el código de comprobante para programar un examen con Kryterion, siempre y cuando use el código de comprobante antes del 22 de noviembre y se presente al examen antes del 31 de diciembre. Si no usa su código de comprobante antes del 22 de noviembre para programar su examen con Kryterion, su código de comprobante será cancelado y le enviaremos un mensaje de correo electrónico con información sobre cómo completar un nuevo Acuerdo del Examinando y programar su examen con Pearson VUE.
Tengo previsto presentarme al Examen CAMS en un centro examinador de Kryterion antes del 22 de noviembre de 2019. ¿Cómo me afectará este cambio?Puede realizar su examen según lo tenga previsto en el centro examinador de Kryterion antes del 22 de noviembre de 2019. Este cambio no le afecta.
Tengo previsto presentarme al Examen CAMS en un centro examinador de Kryterion entre el 18 de noviembre y el 31 de diciembre de 2019. ¿Cómo me afectará este cambio?Puede realizar su examen según lo tenga previsto en el centro examinador de Kryterion antes del 31 de diciembre de 2019. Siempre y cuando no sea en las 72 horas previas a su cita programada para el examen, puede reprogramar su examen en otro centro examinador de Kryterion, mientras programe el examen para realizarlo antes del 31 de diciembre de 2019.
Tengo previsto presentarme al Examen CAMS en un centro examinador de Kryterion después del 31 de diciembre de 2019.¿Cómo me afectará este cambio?Todos los Exámenes de CAMS programados en un centro de Kryterion para después del 31 de diciembre de 2019 serán cancelados y le enviaremos un mensaje de correo electrónico con información sobre cómo completar el nuevo Acuerdo del Examinando y cómo programar el examen con Pearson VUE.
Hasta el 15 de noviembre de 2019, proporcionamos a los candidatos de CAMS un código decomprobante después de la compra de un paquete de CAMS y del envío de la solicitud. Luego los candidatos usan ese código de comprobante para programar su Examen CAMS en el sitio web de Kryterion. A partir del 18 de noviembre de 2019 ya no emitiremos más códigos de comprobante. En lugar de ello, ACAMS enviará los nombres de los candidatos elegibles a Pearson VUE. Luego, podrá programar su examen con Pearson VUE iniciando sesión en el sitio web de ACAMS y accediendo al sistema de programación de exámenes. Esta automatización hará que la programación de exámenes sea más sencilla para los candidatos. Para que esta automatización funcione adecuadamente, es muy importante que se asegure de que el nombre que está en el sistema de ACAMS coincide exactamente con el nombre, tal como aparece en el documento de identificación emitido por el gobierno que presentará en el centro examinador. Haga clic aquí para asegurarse de que tengamos su nombre legal.
¿En dónde se encuentran los centros examinadores autorizados de Pearson VUE?Pearson VUE cuenta actualmente con más de 5 000 centros examinadores en más de 180 países, incluidos varios cientos de Centros Profesionales Pearson propios de gestión propia. Los candidatos con acceso a bases militares pueden presentar el examen en los centros examinadores ubicados en ellas. Puede encontrar los centros examinadores disponibles aquí.
¿Qué pasa si no hay un centro en mi zona?Si no hay un centro disponible dentro de un radio de 50 millas de su domicilio particular o el de su empleo, o si no hay centros disponibles en su país, contáctenos en www.acams.org/es/contact-us con esa información. Quizá podamos ofrecerle otras opciones de examen.
¿Cambiará la tasa de examen?Su paquete de CAMS incluye la tasa de examen. Ningún centro examinador cobrará las tasas a ningún candidato cuando se presente a su examen. Sin embargo, hay un costo adicional por la reprogramación de un examen por teléfono en lugar de usar el sistema en línea. Los centros telefónicos de Pearson VUE responderán preguntas para ayudar con la programación en línea, sin cargo. Sin embargo, si el examen se programa por vía telefónica, Pearson VUE le cobrará USD 20. Si cancela o reprograma un examen dentro de las 24 a 72 horas anteriores a su hora programada, habrá un cargo de USD 100, cobrado por Pearson UVE. Si cancela su examen dentro de un plazo de 24 horas o menos antes del examen o no se presenta a su cita programada, necesitará contactar con ACAMS y se le cobrará por una nueva autorización (USD 299 sector privado y USD 199 sector público).
¿Cómo cambia el proceso de los centros examinadores para los candidatos de CAMS?En los centros examinadores de Pearson VUE, además de los requisitos de identificación, se fotografiará a los candidatos y se les pedirá que proporcionen una firma digital. La fotografía y la firma se convertirán en parte permanente del registro de certificación CAMS de cada candidato. Las fotos tomadas durante el proceso de admisión pueden imprimirse en el resultado del examen y Pearson VUE almacenará y protegerá de forma segura todos los datos de los candidatos. Estos requisitos pueden modificarse de acuerdo con las leyes locales
¿Cuáles son los ventajas de capturar fotos y firmas digitales?Las fotos y firmas digitales se usan para garantizar que la persona que presente la credencial de certificación sea la misma persona que presente el examen. Este proceso ayuda a garantizar que las certificaciones de ACAMS mantengan su integridad y su valor en el mercado.
¿Cómo se almacenará la información personal de los candidatos?Tanto ACAMS como Pearson VUE emplean medidas rigurosas para garantizar la privacidad de los datos. Si bien la certificación profesional es una parte importante del negocio de Pearson VUE, la compañía también ofrece de manera rutinaria diversos exámenes de alto nivel, desde exámenes de licencias otorgadas por consejos médicos hasta el Examen de Admisión para Graduados en Administración de Empresas (GMAT, por sus siglas en inglés). Las mismas metodologías usadas para la recopilación, el cifrado y el almacenamiento de datos para estos programas se usan para los programas de certificación de ACAMS. Para información adicional, la Política de Privacidad de cada compañía se puede consultar aquí (ACAMS) y aquí (PearsonVUE).
¿Qué formas de documentos de identificación son aceptables para que los candidatos las presenten en el momento de la admisión en un centro de Pearson VUE?- Pasaporte internacional
- Licencia de conductor
- Cartilla militar (incluidos el cónyuge y los dependientes)
- Documento de identificación (nacional/estatal/municipal)
- Tarjeta de residencia para extranjeros (permiso de trabajo, tarjeta de residente permanente o visado)
- Documento de identificación en idioma local (no en caracteres latinos) –solo se admite si fue emitida en el país en el que la persona se presenta al examen
- Cualquier documento de identificación que contenga por lo menos el nombre y la firma o el nombre y una foto reciente reconocible que cumpla con los requisitos de identificación indicados a continuación.
Requisitos de Identificación (ID)
- El nombre y apellido que el candidato use para registrarse deben coincidir exactamente con el nombre y el apellido en los dos documentos de identificación que presente el día del examen.
- Todos los documentos de identificación deben estar emitidos en el país en el que el candidato se presenta al examen. Si el candidato no cuenta con un documento de identificación principal admisible emitido por el país en el que se vaya a presentar al examen, se requerirá un pasaporte internacional del país del que sea ciudadano, junto con una segunda identificación.
- El candidato está obligado a presentar dos documentos de identificación originales (no se admiten fotocopias ni documentos de identificación digitales) vigentes (no caducadas); un documento de identificación principal (emitido por el gobierno con nombre, foto reciente reconocible y firma) y otro documento de identificación secundario (por lo menos con nombre y firma o con nombre y foto reciente reconocible).
Concesiones adicionales:
- Los documentos de identificación caducados no son aceptables, a menos que vayan acompañados de documentos de renovación válidos.
- Si el documento de identificación emitido por el gobierno carece de una firma visible (o tiene una firma incorporada), al candidato se le permitirá presentarse al examen, siempre y cuando se cumpla con los demás requisitos de documento de identificación principal y secundaria.
- *Si tiene preguntas sobre el documento de identificación que está obligado a traer consigo al centro examinador para su admisión al examen, contacte con el servicio de atención al cliente de Pearson VUE en www.pearsonvue.com/contact. Todas las excepciones a la política de identificación aplicables a los candidatos deben ser aprobadas previamente por el centro de servicio de atención al cliente de Pearson VUE por lo menos tres días hábiles antes de la cita programada para el examen.
Sí. Todos los programas de certificación basados en el Examen ACAMS administrarán sus exámenes en los centros de Pearson VUE. Los Exámenes de CGSS estarán disponibles con Pearson VUE en enero de 2020.
¿Están adaptados los centros de PearsonVUEpara los candidatos con necesidades especiales?Sí, tanto ACAMS como Pearson VUE permiten adaptaciones para candidatos que tienen necesidades especiales. Si tiene una discapacidad y desea solicitar una adaptación, póngase en contacto con ACAMS en accommodations@acams.org.
¿Cómo programo un Examen CAMS con Pearson VUE?Recibirá instrucciones por correo electrónico con respecto a cómo acceder a la herramienta de programación.
Es fácil unirse a la red de centros examinadores autorizados de Pearson VUE si se cumple con los requisitos básicos. Encontrará una solicitud, especificaciones técnicas e instrucciones en https://home.pearsonvue.com/Test-centers/Become-a-test-center/Contact-Channel-Sales.aspx.
Mi organización es actualmente un centro examinador de Pearson VUE. ¿Necesitamos renovar nuestro acuerdo?No. Pearson VUE no tiene pensado hacer ningún cambio al acuerdo de centro examinador autorizado.
¿Necesita más información?Visite esta página con frecuencia, ya que estaremos actualizando esta lista de preguntas frecuentes. Si no encuentra respuesta a su pregunta, póngase en contacto con ACAMS en https://www.acams.org/es/contact-us
Associate Certifications Ver Todos
You can access the CKYCA application from the CKYCA webpage here
You can access the CTMA application from the CTMA webpage here
You can access the CAFCA application from the CAFCA webpage here
If you already have an ACAMS account, please login with your registered email address (username) and password.
- Click here and o to ‘My Account’ found in the upper right toolbar
- From the dropdown select ‘Account home’ select
- Scroll down to the Applications’ sections and click see all
- ‘Select the Certification program and click the link to ‘Complete Application’.
If you are new to ACAMS and do not have an account, please visit this page and select “Register” to create a new account.
Do I need to submit a completed application at the time of purchase, or can I submit the application at a later time?Candidates have the option to pay for their certification prior to submitting their Certification Application however, the application process will not be completed until the Certification Application has been submitted and approved by ACAMS. An approved application is required in order for a candidate to schedule and take their exam, and Candidates will have 4 months from the approval date to pass their exam. Alternatively, Candidates can access their study materials and begin their program prior to submitting their application.
Can I submit a digital version of my supporting documents?Yes, you are able to provide copies of your supporting documentation via the online Certification Application form. You only need to provide supporting documentation for education and training credits.
Where can I see the status of my application?You will be able to see the status of your application when you login to your ACAMS dashboard.
- Click here and o to ‘My Account’ found in the upper right toolbar
- From the dropdown select ‘Account home’ select ‘
- Scroll down to the Applications’ section
- Click ‘See All’.
- Select the Certification program, the status of your application will appear under the relevant certification application tab
Your enrollment period begins when your Certification Application is approved. You have 4 months from the approval date to schedule and take your exam with our testing provider Pearson VUE. You must have also paid for your program in order to be eligible to schedule and take your exam. The exam scheduling system of our exam provider can be accessed from your ACAMS account. Members have the option to take the exam via online proctoring or via a test center in your preferred location.
Are applications transferable?Applications are not transferable. Members interested in a certification with ACAMS need to submit their own application.
Is there a government discount offered for Associate level exams?There is no different pricing between government and private sectors.
What is the difference between an ACAMS certificate and a certification?
- ACAMS’ “certificate courses” are training courses designed to help individuals’ learn important topics relevant to their careers and interests. Post-assessments in the certificate courses are designed to confirm that an individual has taken the training course. Passing the post-assessment provides the individual with continuing education credits and a certificate of achievement for the training.
- ACAMS’ “certification programs” consist of two components: a training component and a certification exam component. The training components can be identical to “certificate courses”. Passing the post-assessment provides the individual with continuing education credits and a certificate of achievement for the training. Although the training helps individuals prepare for the certification exam, the certification exam is considered an independent measure of the candidate’s ability to demonstrate competency in the topic of the certification program by apply knowledge to life-like scenarios. When individuals pass one of ACAMS’ certification exams, they earn the right to use the “designation” such as calling putting CAMS after your name. Certification programs also have recertification requirements to maintain that designation.
Candidates interested in associate level certifications do not have to submit any credit requirement
What are the eligibility requirements for associate level exams?Candidates will be required to have an active membership.
Upon payment of your certification package, ACAMS will enable your access to the Study Materials. You will be able to access them from your Account
- Click here and go to ‘My Account’ found in the upper right toolbar
- From the dropdown select ‘My Courses’ to access the learning platform
- Overview ‘My Courses’ and select program you purchased. All courses available for your account will show.
Yes, the Study Guide is included in the Certification Package price. Exams are included in the package and are not orderable separately.
Can I view the study guide on a kindle?Yes, the Study Guides are PDF viewable on most e-readers. ePub and MOBI formats are not yet available.
My access to the study materials has expired, how can I extend this?Contact ACAMS support here to request an extension
Is all the information I need for the exam covered in the study materials?The ACAMS study materials are the most comprehensive resource available for preparing for our certification exams. We are confident that a thorough understanding of the content of our study materials will lead to passing. However, test-takers should expect some differences between the exam and the study materials and should recognize that our exam questions are designed to measure the application of knowledge as opposed to recall of information. By design, you will see challenging questions that use scenarios to measure a candidate’s competency in applying underlying knowledge to life-like examples. We encourage all candidates to read additional materials, including primary sources, and to rely on reference sections provided in most study materials.
Where can I find examples of the exam questions?If available, Practice Exams will be found in your online ACAMS training materials, in the learning platform. Please note, Practice Exams are not currently available for all Certification Programs.
Why can’t I see which questions I got right or wrong on the training post-assessments?We cannot share how individuals performed on individual post-assessment questions, as that would impact the validity of our post-assessment results.
What type of sample questions will I have access to in my study materials?ACAMS provides multiple types of questions as part of most programs’ study materials:
- Review Questions – These are designed as “formative” questions, meaning that they are designed for learning, and the correct answer is provided. However, these questions are not written to the same, robust standard as our certification exam questions. They are intended to help you practice the knowledge you are gaining from the study materials, as opposed to measuring your competency.
- Post-Assessment Questions – ACAMS’ certification study materials contain a “post-assessment.” Each certification program consists of a training component and a certification exam component. Post-assessments are not proctored and are designed to confirm that you have engaged in the training component. They do not provide answers and learners can take this assessment multiple times until passing. Upon successful completion of the post-assessment, you will be awarded continuing education credits and a certificate for completing the training component of the program. This does not mean, however, that you have attained the certification or “designation” (the credential such as “CAMS” that you put after your name). In order to earn the certification credential, you must pass the formal, proctored certification exam.
- Practice Exam Questions – These are questions written to the same, rigorous standard as questions on the certification exam. In most cases, these are questions that have been retired from the actual certification exam question bank. When provided (newer certification programs may not have them), these questions can be taken either in a way that enables you to see the correct answer after each question, or as a practice test to gauge your overall readiness to take the formal, proctored certification exam.
We cannot share how individuals performed on individual post-assessment questions, as that would impact the validity of our post-assessment results.
You must first apply for the certification of your choice. Once your application is approved and you have purchased your Certification package, you will be emailed instructions on how to schedule your exam through our testing provider, Pearson VUE.
When can I register to take the exam?Candidates are able to register for the exam as soon as their Certification Application has been approved by ACAMS and their Certification package is paid.
After you have purchased your Certification package and your Certification Application is approved, you will receive instructions via email on how to schedule your exam. You can take your exam at a test center of your choice or via online proctoring. Please note not all countries or regions are eligible for all testing modalities. Please refer to our Online Proctoring FAQ for further details.
Will I receive a reminder before my authorization to test expires?No, but in your ‘’ACAMS Examination Authorization’’ email, you can view until when you are able to schedule and take your exam by.
Is it possible to take the exam at a conference or ACAMS sponsored event?No, it’s not possible to take the exam at a conference or ACAMS sponsored event. Our test delivery vendor, Pearson VUE, provides a worldwide network of 5,000+ testing centers to allow candidates to schedule the certification exam. Alternatively, the online proctoring option is also available. Click here to find your nearest testing center.
You can reschedule your appointment at no cost if it is before 72hours prior to the original appointment, you would need to login to the Pearson VUE account you used for the initial scheduling, and follow the steps for reschedule
Would I incur a fee for rescheduling the exam?Candidates may reschedule their exam on the web at no cost to them prior to the 72-hour window. Cancellations and rescheduling prior to the 72-hour window can be done directly on the Pearson VUE site. You may also reschedule or cancel via the Pearson VUE call center up to 72 hours before the exam for a fee of US$20. Please click on this link to contact Pearson Vue directly. If you cancel or reschedule an exam within 24 to 72 hours of your scheduled time, there will be a fee of US$100 collected by Pearson VUE. There is an additional fee for scheduling an exam by phone rather than by using the online system. Pearson VUE call centers will answer questions for assisting with online scheduling free of charge. However, if the exam is scheduled on the phone, there will be a US$20 fee collected by Pearson VUE. If you cancel your exam within 24 hours or do not show up for your scheduled appointment, you will need to contact ACAMS and you will be charged for a new authorization (US$199 private and public sector).To schedule a re-take, the candidate must:
- Request an invoice through the Contact Us page online.
- Pay the examination fee for their new authorization to Test US$199
- ACAMS will provide an exam authorization email with the necessary instructions.
Yes, you may purchase a two-month extension for $100. Please ensure your ACAMS Membership remains active throughout your extension period.
My authorization to test has expired, how do I extend it?Please contact us Contact Us | ACAMS to see if you qualify for an eligible extension.
Test takers will have 90 minutes to complete the Associate level examination.
How long is my certification valid for to?Associate level certifications are valid for one year. However, certified members will be required to further their knowledge through continuing education. Members will need to recertify every year. Please refer to the Recertification policy in our Certification Handbooks for more information.
Is taking an ACAMS program like taking a university course?Our specialist and advanced specialist certification programs cover approximately the same amount of information as a traditional semester-length university course. However, our certification exams are designed to the best-practice standards of rigorous occupational certification programs. This means that the certification exams are more than just a measure of whether you have completed a training or course but are intended to objectively measure a candidate’s ability to apply their knowledge to life-like examples. You should expect ACAMS’ certification exams to be significantly more challenging than a final exam for a university course.
After associate level I would like to take a specialist exam, how many credits will I get from each associate program?Completing the study materials of your associate level programs will count for8 credits towards a specialist certification. Make sure your learning path is complete in order to get the credits.
- International Travel Passport
- Driver’s license
- Military ID (including spouse & dependents)
- Identification card (national/state/province identity card)
- Alien registration card (green card, permanent resident, visa)
- Local language ID (not in Roman characters) –accepted only if issued from the country the person is testing in
- Any ID containing at least name and signature, or name and recent recognizable photo that meets ID requirements below
Identification (ID) Requirements
- Candidate is required to present two forms of original (no photocopies or digital IDs), valid (unexpired) IDs; one form as a primary ID (government issued with name, recent recognizable photo, and signature) and one form as a secondary ID (with at least a name and signature, or name and recent recognizable photo).
- The first and last name that the candidate uses to register must match exactly the first and last name on both of the IDs that are presented on test day.
- All IDs required must be issued by the country in which the candidate is testing. If the candidate does not have a qualifying primary ID issued from the country they are testing in, an International Travel Passport from their country of citizenship is required, along with a secondary ID.
Additional Allowances:
- Expired forms of ID are not acceptable, unless accompanied by valid renewal papers.
- If a government issued ID is missing a visible signature (or has an embedded signature), the candidate is allowed to test as long as the other requirements for primary and secondary IDs are met.
- *If you have any questions about the ID you are required to bring with you to the testing center for admittance for your exam, please contact Pearson VUE customer service at www.pearsonvue.com/contact. Any candidate exceptions to the ID policy must be preapproved by the Pearson VUE customer service center at least three business days before the scheduled exam appointment.
Please contact us in order to update this information Contact Us | ACAMS.
What am I able to bring with me into the testing area?You are not allowed to bring anything into the testing area. You will be provided with a secured area where you can leave your personal belongings including cell phones. Anyone caught with a cell phone on their person during the examination will have their examination cancelled and will be asked to leave the testing center immediately.
Where can I park on the day of the exam?All test center locations must have onsite or nearby parking available for test takers. Please check with the test center.
Will the computer/equipment be provided at the test center?Yes, all test centers are fully equipped with computers and other necessary hardware/software.
- The CAFCA examination consists of 60 multiple choice questions. Some of these items are unscored. The unscored items are included on the exam to gather statistical information. These items are not identified on the exam and do not affect your score. To obtain the CAFCA credential, candidates must answer a minimum of 68% of the scored questions correctly.
- The CTMA examination consists of 60 multiple choice questions. Some of these items are unscored. The unscored items are included on the exam to gather statistical information. These items are not identified on the exam and do not affect your score. To obtain the CTMA credential, candidates must answer a minimum of 74% of the scored questions correctly.
- The CKYCA examination consists of 60 multiple choice questions. Some of these items are unscored. The unscored items are included on the exam to gather statistical information. These items are not identified on the exam and do not affect your score. To obtain the CKYCA credential, candidates must answer a minimum of 72% of the scored questions correctly.
Your result is displayed upon submission of your examination. You will also receive a printed score report at the test centered, it will be emailed to you shortly after your examination. This email will state your exam results and how to maintain the certification up to date. Candidates who take their exam via online proctoring will receive an email with a link to the Exam Score Report found in their Pearson VUE account.
Do you disclose test results by question or topic?According to our policy, which is designed to protect the integrity of the exam, we do not disclose the exam question content. Please refer to the candidate handbook under appeals for more information. However, the score report provides the score for each section. The score report is available in your Pearson VUE dashboard.
I came very close to passing. Can I have my exam score re-evaluated?No. We recognize that it can be frustrating to miss the passing score by a small margin. However, our passing scores are established through a formalized standard setting procedure, and once established, must be enforced consistently for all test-takers. As stated in our Candidate Handbooks, we do not accept appeals of exam scores based on a failed score. Also please note that every test has some unscored questions that enable us to collect data on questions prior to making them scored. It is very possible that questions that concern you are unscored.
Why can’t I see which questions I got right or wrong on the certification exam?ACAMS provides information on how test-takers perform by each knowledge domain on the exam. Refer to the Candidate Handbook for your certification program to see the exam blueprint for the knowledge domains. We cannot share how individuals performed on individual test questions, as that would impact the validity of our exam results.
Are the Test results disclosed to third parties? Are the test results public?Test results are not released to the public. However, ACAMS may disclose exam results to those organizations subsidizing the certification for their employees.
Yes, active members can expect to receive their e-certificate within a week from the day they passed the exam.
Can I receive a hard copy of my certificate?Yes, members can request to receive a hard-copy certificate via the Contact Form: Contact Us | ACAMS The shipping time may take up to 8-12 weeks. Please include a full shipping address in your request.
Do I receive additional credits for passing the exam?Candidates do not receive additional credits for passing the exam.
If a candidate does not pass, they will have the opportunity to retake the examination. Candidates can retake the exam after 30 days.
Why does ACAMS enforce a waiting period between test attempts?ACAMS enforces a waiting period of 30 days if someone does not pass on their first attempt. After the first attempt, waiting periods differ by exam level. Waiting periods are common for professional certification exams. The waiting periods help support the validity of our exam results. First, these are an exam security measure to prevent repeated testing in rapid succession with the intention of memorizing test questions. Second, the waiting period ensures that those who fail spend the necessary time to prepare to pass the next time. Although we recognize that our exam measures knowledge at a specific moment in time, companies that hire ACAMS-certified members expect that the passing score represents a stable understanding and not a result of immediate recall of memorized information. As such, the waiting period encourages deeper understanding over cram-based recall.
How much time will I have to schedule and sit the retake?You have 4 months to schedule and take your exam from the time the Authorization To-Test is issued.
I would like to re-take my exam in another language, how is it possible?Please contact your account manager or the customer service team.
Yes, you may access the Graduate list here. The graduate list updates bi-weekly. Please allow 2-3 weeks for your name to appear on the website. If your name does not appear within 2-3 weeks of having successfully completed the Examination, please contact us. In order to remain on the ACAMS graduation list, you must maintain an active ACAMS membership.
Can I be excluded from the Graduate list if I wish?To be removed from the graduate list, you would need to submit a request. Please contact us Contact Us | ACAMS.
Can I be excluded from the Graduate list if I wish?To be removed from the graduate list, you would need to submit a request. Please contact us Contact Us | ACAMS
The recertification cycle is one-year period from the day an individual receives their certification. Therefore, members are due to recertify one year after the date of their certification. For example, if Mary certified on the 1st of July 2014, her recertification due date is the first of July2015.
What are the requirements I need in order to recertify?In order to recertify for associate level exams, an active ACAMS membership and 2 continuing education credits from ACAMS related trainings are required.
Do I need to submit supporting documentation with my recertification application?You do not need to submit supporting documentation with your application. However, ACAMS conducts an audit of each recertifying class. Anyone selected to participate in the audit will need to provide all of their supporting documentation. Members who are not able to provide supporting documentation may be at risk of becoming decertified.
Do credits earned the same year I obtain my certification, count towards my recertification?Yes, as long as the credits were earned after you passed the exam.
How can I earn online training credits towards my recertification?ACAMS has a full range of webinars for members to choose from as well as online certificate courses. In order to earn credits from free eligible webinars, ACAMS Membership must be active on the account, please visit our website for more information.
Where can I find my educational credits?To view your educational credits with ACAMS, please sign into your account, click on the “My Account” section. Please scroll down the page to view your credits. For more details on specific ECUs, please go to Educational Credits section under Overview and click ‘See All’.
How does recertification work for associate level?The Associate Level Certifications are managed by ACAMS and do not require for members to submit an application. ACAMS will automatically recertify you and send you a communication email if you have obtained your 2 required credits and have an active membership.
If I was on maternity/paternity leave, can I apply for recertification extension?Yes, a request must be submitted the year you are due for recertification, please refer to the candidate handbook under ‘’Extensions for recertification’’.
Your individual ACAMS membership includes the ability to take unlimited free ACAMS webinars, including past webinars archived on our Learning Management System (LMS) and count those webinars towards recertification. Note that the Membership must be active in order to earn credits from free webinars.
How many credits is my ACAMS Certification worth if I would like to apply for an external Certification program?For external certifications, member will have to confirm with external companies of interest if they accept our certification.
Pearson VUE (pearsonvue.com) provides computer-based testing for information technology, academic, government and professional testing programs around the world. Pearson VUE delivers exams through the world’s most comprehensive and secure network of test centers in 180 countries. Pearson VUE is a business of Pearson (NYSE: PSO; LSE: PSON), the world’s largest learning company.
I have an active ACAMS Membership. Why do I not have access to the Moneylaundering.com website?Having an ACAMS membership does not automatically grant you access to ML.com. MLDC is a subscription and is not part of the individual ACAMS membership. However, Enterprise Membership gives access to MLDC.
How can I publish an article with ACAMS?Visit the ‘Get Published’ link on ACAMSToday.org to submit your topic idea or article to be considered for publication. https://www.acamstoday.org/contributors-guidelines/
How can I participate in the ‘AML Professional of the Month’ award?You can submit your nomination by filling the form found here: https://www.acamstoday.org/afc-professional-of-the-month/.
Pearson VUE currently has more than 5,000 Pearson VUE Test Centers in more than 180 countries; including several hundred company-owned and operated Pearson Professional Centers. Candidates with access to military bases can test at on-base military test centers. You can find available test centers here.
What if there is no center in my area?If there is no center available within 50 miles of your residence or work addresses, or if no center is available in your country, please contact us at www.acams.org/en/contact-us with that information. We may be able to offer alternative testing options. You also have the option to take the exam using the online proctoring. Please note not all countries or regions are eligible for all testing modalities. Please refer to our Online Proctoring FAQ for further details.
Will the test fees change?Your package includes the testing fee. No test center should be collecting fees from a candidate when you go to test. However, there is an additional fee for scheduling an exam by phone rather than by using the online system. Pearson VUE call centers will answer questions for assisting with online scheduling free of charge. However, if the exam is scheduled on the phone, there will be a $20 fee collected by Pearson VUE. If you cancel or reschedule an exam within 24 to 72 hours of your scheduled time, there will be a fee of US$100 collected by Pearson VUE. If you cancel your exam within 24 hours or do not show up for your scheduled appointment, you will need to contact ACAMS and you will be charged for a new authorization (US$199).
What are the changes to the center testing process for ACAMS candidates?At Pearson VUE testing centers, in addition to the identification requirements, candidates will now be photographed and asked to provide a digital signature. The photograph and signature will become a permanent part of each candidate’s certification record. Photos taken during the admission process may be printed on score reports and all candidate data will be securely stored and protected by Pearson VUE. These requirements may be modified according to local laws
What are the benefits of capturing digital photos and signatures?Digital photos and signatures are used to ensure that the person presenting the certification credential is the same individual who took the exam. This procedure helps to ensure that ACAMS’ certifications maintain their integrity and value within the marketplace.
How will candidate personal information be stored?Both ACAMS and Pearson VUE employ rigorous measures to ensure data privacy. Although professional certification is a significant part of Pearson VUE’s business, the company also routinely delivers a variety of other high-stakes exams—everything from medical board licensing exams to the GMAT. The same methodologies used for the collection, encryption, and storage of data for these programs are used for ACAMS’ certification programs. For additional information, each company’s Privacy Policy can be found here (ACAMS) and here (Pearson VUE).
Will Pearson VUE offer all Certification exams?Yes. All of ACAMS’ test-based certification programs will have their exams administered at Pearson VUE centers.
Can Pearson VUE sites accommodate candidates with special needs?Yes, ACAMS and Pearson VUE allow accommodations to candidates who are identified as having special needs. If you have any special requirements and would like to request an accommodation, please contact ACAMS at accommodations@acams.org.
How do I schedule an exam with Pearson VUE?You must first apply for the certification of your choice. Once your application is approved and you have purchased your Certification package, you will be emailed instructions on how to schedule your exam through our testing provider, Pearson VUE.
I need to reschedule my appointment; how can I do that?You can reschedule your appointment at no cost if it is before 72hours prior to the original appointment, you would need to login to the Pearson VUE account you used for the initial scheduling and follow the steps for reschedule.
It’s easy to join the Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center network if you meet basic requirements. You’ll find an application, technical specifications, and instructions at https://home.pearsonvue.com/For-test-centers/Learn-more.aspx.
No. Pearson VUE does not plan to make any changes to the authorized testing center agreement.
How can I access a Candidate Handbook?All our candidate handbooks are available in our website.
- Go to our website here
- Click Get Certified’ found on the left side of the upper tab.
- All our programs will show up, click the program of the handbook you are looking for
- It will take you to the selected program home page
- Click “Download Handbook” and fill out the form. Kindly note our handbooks are constantly being updated.
Our FAQs page is updated frequently. Please be sure to keep checking for updates. If you don’t find the answer to your question, please contact us.
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You can access the CAMS application from the CAMS webpage here
You can access the CGSS application from the CGSS webpage here
If you already have an ACAMS account, please login with your registered email address (username) and password.
- Click here and o to ‘My Account’ found in the upper right toolbar
- From the dropdown select ‘Account home’
- Scroll down to the Applications’ sections and click see all
- ‘Select the Certification program and click the link to ‘Complete Application’.
- f you are new to ACAMS and do not have an account, please visit this page and select “Register” to create a new account.
Candidates have the option to pay for their certification prior to submitting their Certification Application however, the application process will not be completed until the Certification Application has been submitted and approved by ACAMS. An approved application is required in order for a candidate to schedule and take their exam, and Candidates will have 6 months from the approval date to pass their exam. Alternatively, Candidates can access their study materials upon payment of the package and begin their studying prior to submitting their application.
Can I submit a digital version of my supporting documents?Yes, you are able to provide copies of your supporting documentation via the online Certification Application form. You only need to provide supporting documentation for education and training credits.
Where can I see the status of my application?You will be able to see the status of your application when you login to your ACAMS dashboard.
- Click here and go to ‘My Account’ found in the upper right toolbar
- From the dropdown select ‘Account home’ select ‘
- Scroll down to the Applications’ section
- Click ‘See All’.
- Select the Certification program, the status of your application will appear under the relevant certification application tab
Your enrollment period begins when your Certification Application is approved. You have 6 months from the approval date to schedule and take your exam with our testing provider Pearson VUE. You must have also paid for your program in order to be eligible to schedule and take your exam. The exam scheduling system of our exam provider can be accessed from your ACAMS account. Members have the option to take the exam via online proctoring or via a test center in your preferred location. Please note not all countries or regions are eligible for all testing modalities. Please refer to our Online Proctoring FAQ for further details.
Are applications transferable?Applications are not transferable. Members interested in a certification with ACAMS need to submit their own application.
Is there a government discount offered for Specialist level exams?Yes, you may view the public sector pricing on our website. Visit acams.org and click on the program of your choice.
What is the difference between an ACAMS certificate and a certification?
- ACAMS’ “certificate courses” are training courses designed to help individuals’ learn important topics relevant to their careers and interests. Post-assessments in the certificate courses are designed to confirm that an individual has taken the training course. Passing the post-assessment provides the individual with continuing education credits and a certificate of achievement for the training.
- ACAMS’ “certification programs” consist of two components: a training component and a certification exam component. The training components can be identical to “certificate courses,” Passing the post-assessment provides the individual with continuing education credits and a certificate of achievement for the training. Although the training helps individuals prepare for the certification exam, the certification exam is considered an independent measure of the candidate’s ability to demonstrate competency in the topic of the certification program by apply knowledge to life-like scenarios. When individuals pass one of ACAMS’ certification exams, they earn the right to use the “designation” such as calling putting CAMS after your name. Certification programs also have recertification requirements to maintain that designation.
Please provide ACAMS with your highest educational degree. This can be an official transcript or copy of your diploma.
What are the eligibility requirements for specialist level exams?A full list of eligibility requirements can be found in the Candidate Handbooks. However, you will need a minimum of 40 qualifying credits. For information regarding how to access your Candidate Handbook, please click here.
Would you accept credits from outside training?Yes, you can apply credits from third party organizations towards your certification application. You only need to provide supporting documentation for training credits.
Am I eligible to take the exam if I do not have a higher education degree?Yes, you may qualify using a combination of other eligibility criteria categories. Please reference the Eligibility Criteria matrix in the Candidate Handbooks. You can find the Candidate Handbook online, inside the product page of your selected certification.
Does the higher education degree need to be finance related in order to be eligible for ACAMS credits?Qualifying degrees can be in any field of study; however, they must be issued by a college or university.
Would internship experience be eligible for professional credits towards the 40-credit requirement?Yes, however, the internship would need to last for at least one year, have been full-time experience and be related to AML or Financial Services.
Upon payment of your certification package, ACAMS will enable your access to the Study Materials. You will be able to access them from your account.
- Click here and go to ‘My Account’ found in the upper right toolbar.
- From the dropdown select ‘My Courses’ to access the learning platform.
- Overview ‘My Courses’ and select the program your purchased. All courses available for your account will show.
Yes, the Study Guide is included in the Certification Package price. Exams are part of the package and are not orderable separately.
Can I view the study guide on a kindle?Yes, the Study Guides are PDF viewable on most e-readers. ePub and MOBI formats are not yet available.
My access to the study materials has expired, how can I extend this?Contact ACAMS support here to request an extension.
Is all the information I need for the exam covered in the study materials?The ACAMS study materials are the most comprehensive resource available for preparing for our certification exams. We are confident that a thorough understanding of the content of our study materials will lead to passing. However, test-takers should expect some differences between the exam and the study materials and should recognize that our exam questions are designed to measure the application of knowledge as opposed to recall of information. By design, you will see challenging questions that use scenarios to measure a candidate’s competency in applying underlying knowledge to life-like examples. We encourage all candidates to read additional materials, including primary sources, and to rely on reference sections provided in most study materials.
Where can I find examples of the exam questions?If available, Practice Exams will be found in your online ACAMS training materials, in the learning platform. Please note, Practice Exams are not currently available for all Certification Programs.
As I prepare for the exam where can I ask questions to learn more about specific topics?One good place to ask is during ACAMS virtual classroom sessions where there is a live Q&A. We offer a variety of dates and times so test-takers can choose a virtual classroom series that enables live attendance. Test-takers could also attend related webinars and use the various communities (ACAMS chapters, ACAMS conferences, LinkedIn, etc.) to build a professional network where they can ask questions and share ideas.
What type of sample questions will I have access to in my study materials?ACAMS provides multiple types of questions as part of most programs’ study materials.
- Review Questions – These are designed as “formative” questions, meaning that they are designed for learning, and the correct answer is provided. However, these questions are not written to the same, robust standard as our certification exam questions. They are intended to help you practice the knowledge you are gaining from the study materials, as opposed to measuring your competency.
- Post-Assessment Questions – ACAMS’ certification study materials contain a “post-assessment.” Each certification program consists of a training component and a certification exam component. Post-assessments are not proctored and are designed to confirm that you have engaged in the training component. They do not provide answers and learners can take this assessment multiple times until passing. Upon successful completion of the post-assessment, you will be awarded continuing education credits and a certificate for completing the training component of the program. This does not mean, however, that you have attained the certification or “designation” (the credential such as “CAMS” that you put after your name). In order to earn the certification credential, you must pass the formal, proctored certification exam.
- Practice Exam Questions – These are questions written to the same, rigorous standard as questions on the certification exam. In most cases, these are questions that have been retired from the actual certification exam question bank. When provided (newer certification programs may not have them), these questions can be taken either in a way that enables you to see the correct answer after each question, or as a practice test to gauge your overall readiness to take the formal, proctored certification exam.
Please contact us so we can assist with the best option for you.
You must first apply for the certification of your choice. Once your application is approved and you have purchased your Certification package and membership, you will be emailed instructions on how to schedule your exam through our testing provider, Pearson VUE.
When can I register to take the exam?Candidates are able to register for the exam as soon as their Certification Application has been approved by ACAMS and their Certification package and membership is paid.
After you have purchased your Certification package and your Certification Application is approved, you will receive instructions via email on how to schedule your exam. You can take your exam at a test center of your choice or via online proctoring. Please note not all countries or regions are eligible for all testing modalities. Please refer to our Online Proctoring FAQ for further details.
Will I receive a reminder before my authorization to test expires?No, but in your ‘’ACAMS Examination Authorization’’ email, you can view until when you are able to schedule and take your exam by.
Is it possible to take the exam at a conference or ACAMS sponsored event?No, it’s not possible to take the exam at a conference or ACAMS sponsored event. Our test delivery vendor, Pearson VUE, provides a worldwide network of 5,000+ testing centers to allow candidates to schedule the certification exam. Alternatively, the online proctoring option is also available. Click here to find your nearest testing center.
You can reschedule your appointment at no cost if it is before 72hours prior to the original appointment, you would need to login to the Pearson VUE account you used for the initial scheduling and follow the steps for reschedule.
Would I incur a fee for rescheduling the exam?Candidates may reschedule their exam on the web at no cost to them prior to the 72-hour window. Cancellations and rescheduling prior to the 72-hour window can be done directly on the Pearson VUE site. You may also reschedule or cancel via the Pearson VUE call center up to 72 hours before the exam for a fee of US$20. Please click on this link to contact Pearson Vue directly. If you cancel or reschedule an exam within 24 to 72 hours of your scheduled time, there will be a fee of US$100 collected by Pearson VUE. There is an additional fee for scheduling an exam by phone rather than by using the online system. Pearson VUE call centers will answer questions for assisting with online scheduling free of charge. However, if the exam is scheduled on the phone, there will be a US$20 fee collected by Pearson VUE. If you cancel your exam within 24 hours or do not show up for your scheduled appointment, you will need to contact ACAMS and you will be charged for a new authorization (US$299 private sector/US$199 public sector).To schedule a re-take, the candidate must:
- Request an invoice through the Contact Us page online.
- Pay the examination fee for their new authorization to Test US$299 for Private members and US$199 for Public sector.
- ACAMS will provide an exam authorization email with the necessary instructions.
Candidates may reschedule their exam on the web at no cost to them prior to the 72-hour window. Cancellations and rescheduling prior to the 72-hour window can be done directly on the Pearson VUE site. You may also reschedule or cancel via the Pearson VUE call center up to 72 hours before the exam for a fee of US$20. Please click on this link to contact Pearson Vue directly. If you cancel or reschedule an exam within 24 to 72 hours of your scheduled time, there will be a fee of US$100 collected by Pearson VUE. There is an additional fee for scheduling an exam by phone rather than by using the online system. Pearson VUE call centers will answer questions for assisting with online scheduling free of charge. However, if the exam is scheduled on the phone, there will be a US$20 fee collected by Pearson VUE. If you cancel your exam within 24 hours or do not show up for your scheduled appointment, you will need to contact ACAMS and you will be charged for a new authorization (US$299 private sector/US$199 public sector).To schedule a re-take, the candidate must:
- Request an invoice through the Contact Us page online.
- Pay the examination fee for their new authorization to Test US$299 for Private members and US$199 for Public sector.
- ACAMS will provide an exam authorization email with the necessary instructions.
Yes, you may purchase a two-month extension for $100. Please ensure your ACAMS Membership remains active throughout your extension period.
My authorization to test has expired, how do I extend it?Please contact us [Contact Us | ACAMS] to see if you qualify for an eligible extension.
Test takers will have 210 minutes to complete the CAMS Examination.
Test takers will have 175 minutes to complete the CGSS Examination.
Specialist level certifications are valid for a period of three years provided that the ACAMS Membership is active. Certified members will be required to earn continuing education credits through training, education, and other professional development activities. Members will need to recertify every 3 years. Please refer to the Recertification policy in our Candidate Handbooks for more information.
My CAMS certification expired, am I eligible to apply for Advanced program?Yes, you are able to apply for any of the Advanced CAMS certification as long as you maintained an active membership, even if your CAMS is expired.
Is taking an ACAMS program like taking a university course?Our specialist and advanced specialist certification programs cover approximately the same amount of information as a traditional semester-length university course. However, our certification exams are designed to the best-practice standards of rigorous occupational certification programs. This means that the certification exams are more than just a measure of whether you have completed a training or course but are intended to objectively measure a candidate’s ability to apply their knowledge to life-like examples. You should expect ACAMS’ certification exams to be significantly more challenging than a final exam for a university course.
- International Travel Passport
- Driver’s license
- Military ID (including spouse & dependents)
- Identification card (national/state/province identity card)
- Alien registration card (green card, permanent resident, visa)
- Local language ID (not in Roman characters) –accepted only if issued from the country the person is testing in
- Any ID containing at least name and signature, or name and recent recognizable photo that meets ID requirements below
Identification (ID) Requirements
- Candidate is required to present two forms of original (no photocopies or digital IDs), valid (unexpired) IDs; one form as a primary ID (government issued with name, recent recognizable photo, and signature) and one form as a secondary ID (with at least a name and signature, or name and recent recognizable photo).
- The first and last name that the candidate uses to register must match exactly the first and last name on both of the IDs that are presented on test day.
- All IDs required must be issued by the country in which the candidate is testing. If the candidate does not have a qualifying primary ID issued from the country they are testing in, an International Travel Passport from their country of citizenship is required, along with a secondary ID.
Additional Allowances:
- Expired forms of ID are not acceptable, unless accompanied by valid renewal papers.
- If a government issued ID is missing a visible signature (or has an embedded signature), the candidate is allowed to test as long as the other requirements for primary and secondary IDs are met.
- *If you have any questions about the ID you are required to bring with you to the testing center for admittance for your exam, please contact Pearson VUE customer service at www.pearsonvue.com/contact. Any candidate exceptions to the ID policy must be preapproved by the Pearson VUE customer service center at least three business days before the scheduled exam appointment.
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What am I able to bring with me into the testing area?You are not allowed to bring anything into the testing area. You will be provided with a secured area where you can leave your personal belongings including cell phones. Anyone caught with a cell phone on their person during the examination will have their examination cancelled and will be asked to leave the testing center immediately.
Where can I park on the day of the exam?All test center locations must have onsite or nearby parking available for test takers. Please check with the test center.
Will the computer/equipment be provided at the test center?Yes, all test centers are fully equipped with computers and other necessary hardware/software.
- The CAMS examination consists of 120 multiple choice and multiple selection questions. The passing score required to obtain the CAMS certification is 75.
- The CGSS examination consists of 100 multiple choice and multiple response questions. The exam includes unscored questions, which are included to gather statistical information. These unscored questions are not identified on the exam and do not impact your score. To obtain the CGSS certification, candidates must answer a minimum of 62.5% of the scored questions correctly.
Your result is displayed upon submission of your examination. You will also receive a printed score report at the test centered it will be emailed to you shortly after your examination. This email will state your exam results and how to maintain the certification up to date. Candidates who take their exam via online proctoring will receive an email with a link to the Exam Score Report found in their Pearson VUE account.
Do you disclose test results by question or topic?According to our policy, which is designed to protect the integrity of the exam, we do not disclose the exam question content. Please refer to the candidate handbook under appeals for more information. However, the score report provides the score for each section. The score report is available in your Pearson VUE dashboard
I came very close to passing. Can I have my exam score re-evaluated?No. We recognize that it can be frustrating to miss the passing score by a small margin. However, our passing scores are established through a formalized standard setting procedure, and once established, must be enforced consistently for all test-takers. As stated in our Candidate Handbooks, we do not accept appeals of exam scores based on a failed score. Also please note that every test has some unscored questions that enable us to collect data on questions prior to making them scored. It is very possible that questions that concern you are unscored.
Why can’t I see which questions I got right or wrong on the certification exam?ACAMS provides information on how test-takers perform by each knowledge domain on the exam. Refer to the Candidate Handbook for your certification program to see the exam blueprint for the knowledge domains. We cannot share how individuals performed on individual test questions, as that would impact the validity of our exam results.
Are the Test results disclosed to third parties? Are the test results public?Test results are not released to the public. However, ACAMS may disclose exam results to those organizations subsidizing the certification for their employees.
Yes, active members can expect to receive their e-certificate within a week from the day they passed the exam.
Can I receive a hard copy of my diploma?Yes, members can request to receive a hard-copy diploma certificate via Contact Us | ACAMS ). The shipping time may take up to 8-12 weeks. Please include a full shipping address in your request.
Do I receive additional credits for passing the exam?Candidates do not receive additional credits for passing the exam.
If a candidate does not pass, they will have the opportunity to retake the specialist level examination based on the following retake policy:
- Candidates who do not pass the exam on their first attempt can retake it after 30 days.
- Candidates who do not pass the exam on their second attempt can retake it after 60 days.
- Candidates who do not pass the exam on their third or more attempts can retake it after 90 days.
ACAMS enforces a waiting period of 30 days if someone does not pass on their first attempt. After the first attempt, waiting periods differ by exam level. Waiting periods are common for professional certification exams. The waiting periods help support the validity of our exam results. First, these are an exam security measure to prevent repeated testing in rapid succession with the intention of memorizing test questions. Second, the waiting period ensures that those who fail spend the necessary time to prepare to pass the next time. Although we recognize that our exam measures knowledge at a specific moment in time, companies that hire ACAMS-certified members expect that the passing score represents a stable understanding and not a result of immediate recall of memorized information. As such, the waiting period encourages deeper understanding over cram-based recall.
How much time will I have to schedule and sit the retake?You have 6 months to schedule and take your exam from the time the Authorization To-Test is issued.
I would like to re-take my exam in another language, how is it possible?Please contact your account manager or your customer service team at Contact Us | ACAMS
Yes, you may access the Graduate list here. The graduate list updates bi-weekly. Please allow 2-3 weeks for your name to appear on the website. If your name does not appear within 2-3 weeks of having successfully completed the Examination, please contact us. In order to remain on the ACAMS graduation list, you must maintain an active ACAMS membership and recertify every three years.
Can I be excluded from the Graduate list if I wish?To be removed from the graduate list, you would need to submit a request. Please Contact Us | ACAMS.
Members are due to recertify every three years from the year of their certification. For example, if Mary certified in 2014, her recertification year would be 2017.
What are the requirements I need in order to recertify?
- In order to recertify for CAMS, Graduates must have an active ACAMS membership and meet the continuing education credits, which is a total of 60 credits (12 out of the 60 credits must be ACAMS trainings, strictly initiated and hosted by ACAMS). An online recertification application must be submitted with all required information and the recertification fee paid.
- In order to recertify for CGSS, Graduates must have an active ACAMS membership and meet the continuing education credits, which is a total of 30 credits (15 out of the 30 credits must be ACAMS trainings, strictly initiated and hosted by ACAMS). An online recertification application must be submitted with all required information and the recertification fee paid.
You do not need to submit supporting documentation with your application. However, ACAMS conducts an audit of each recertifying class. Anyone selected to participate in the audit will need to provide all of their supporting documentation. Members who are not able to provide supporting documentation may be at risk of becoming decertified.
Do credits earned the same year I obtain my certification, count towards my recertification?Yes, as long as the credits were earned after you passed the exam.
How can I earn online training credits towards my recertification?ACAMS has a full range of webinars for members to choose from as well as online certificate courses. In order to earn credits from free eligible webinars, ACAMS Membership must be active on the account, please visit our website for more information.
Do other affiliations count towards recertifications?Members may use other professional certifications towards recertification as long as these are related to financial crime prevention or sanctions.
How do I declare continuing education credits?You do not need to declare continuing education credits earned through ACAMS events. Please keep track of credits earned through outside organizations as these cannot be registered on your ACAMS profile. Credits coming from Membership or professional experience are not registered either.
Where can I find my educational credits?To view your educational credits with ACAMS, please sign into your account, click on the “My Account” section. Please scroll down the page to view your credits. For more details on specific ECUs, please go to Educational Credits section under Overview and click ‘See All’.
How can I purchase my recertification package online?You can purchase your recertification package during your application submission. Once you have completed the application, you will be prompted for payment option. You can use your credit card to make an online payment or alternatively, please click here to request an invoice.
How do I access and submit my recertification application?In order to submit your recertification application, you can either log into your ACAMS account by going to:
- ‘My Account’
- ‘Account Home’
- ‘Overview’
- ‘Applications’
- ‘See all’
- ‘Recertification’.
Alternatively, go to the ACAMS website > ‘Get Certified’ > select the program, scroll down and click on ‘Apply for Recertification’ link. Please do not create a new account and use your current ACAMS credentials. If you have issues accessing your account, please contact us.
If I was on maternity/paternity leave, can I apply for recertification extension?Yes, a request must be submitted the year you are due for recertification, please refer to the candidate handbook under ‘’Extensions’’ for recertification
How do I declare continuing education credits?You do not need to declare continuing education credits earned through ACAMS events. Please keep track of credits earned through outside organizations as these cannot be registered on your ACAMS profile. Credits coming from Membership or professional experience are not registered either.
Please contact the ACFE to inquire.
Do I earn credits by enrolling in any free webinar offered by ACAMS?Your individual ACAMS membership includes the ability to take unlimited free ACAMS webinars, including past webinars archived on our Learning Management System (LMS) and count those webinars towards recertification. Note that the Membership must be active in order to earn credits from free webinars.
If my application was previously rejected due to not having the 40 minimum qualifying credits, can I reapply once I have obtained?If my application was previously rejected due to not having the 40 minimum qualifying credits, can I reapply once I have obtained?
How many credits is my ACAMS Certification worth if I would like to apply for an external Certification program?For external certifications, member will have to confirm with external companies of interest if they accept our certification.
Pearson VUE (pearsonvue.com) provides computer-based testing for information technology, academic, government and professional testing programs around the world. Pearson VUE delivers exams through the world’s most comprehensive and secure network of test centers in 180 countries. Pearson VUE is a business of Pearson (NYSE: PSO; LSE: PSON), the world’s largest learning company.
I have an active ACAMS Membership. Why do I not have access to the Moneylaundering.com website?Having an ACAMS membership does not automatically grant you access to ML.com. MLDC is a subscription and is not part of the individual ACAMS membership. However, Enterprise Membership gives access to MLDC.
How can I publish an article with ACAMS?Visit the ‘Get Published’ link on ACAMSToday.org to submit your topic idea or article to be considered for publication. https://www.acamstoday.org/contributors-guidelines/
How can I participate in the ‘AML Professional of the Month’ award?You can submit your nomination by filling the form found here: https://www.acamstoday.org/afc-professional-of-the-month/.
Pearson VUE currently has more than 5,000 Pearson VUE Test Centers in more than 180 countries; including several hundred company-owned and operated Pearson Professional Centers. Candidates with access to military bases can test at on-base military test centers. You can find available test centers here.
What if there is no center in my area?If there is no center available within 50 miles of your residence or work addresses, or if no center is available in your country, please contact us at www.acams.org/en/contact-us with that information. We may be able to offer alternative testing options. You also have the option to take the exam using the online proctoring. Please note not all countries or regions are eligible for all testing modalities. Please refer to our Online Proctoring FAQ for further details.
Will the test fees change?Your package includes the testing fee. No test center should be collecting fees from a candidate when you go to test. However, there is an additional fee for scheduling an exam by phone rather than by using the online system. Pearson VUE call centers will answer questions for assisting with online scheduling free of charge. However, if the exam is scheduled on the phone, there will be a $20 fee collected by Pearson VUE. If you cancel or reschedule an exam within 24 to 72 hours of your scheduled time, there will be a fee of US$100 collected by Pearson VUE. If you cancel your exam within 24 hours or do not show up for your scheduled appointment, you will need to contact ACAMS and you will be charged for a new authorization (US$299 private sector/US$199 public sector).
What are the changes to the center testing process for ACAMS candidates?At Pearson VUE testing centers, in addition to the identification requirements, candidates will now be photographed and asked to provide a digital signature. The photograph and signature will become a permanent part of each candidate’s certification record. Photos taken during the admission process may be printed on score reports and all candidate data will be securely stored and protected by Pearson VUE. These requirements may be modified according to local laws
What are the benefits of capturing digital photos and signatures?Digital photos and signatures are used to ensure that the person presenting the certification credential is the same individual who took the exam. This procedure helps to ensure that ACAMS’ certifications maintain their integrity and value within the marketplace
How will candidate personal information be stored?Both ACAMS and Pearson VUE employ rigorous measures to ensure data privacy. Although professional certification is a significant part of Pearson VUE’s business, the company also routinely delivers a variety of other high-stakes exams—everything from medical board licensing exams to the GMAT. The same methodologies used for the collection, encryption and storage of data for these programs are used for ACAMS’ certification programs. For additional information, each company’s Privacy Policy can be found here (ACAMS) and here (Pearson VUE).
Will Pearson VUE offer all Certification exams?Yes. All of ACAMS’ test-based certification programs will have their exams administered at Pearson VUE centers.
Can Pearson VUE sites accommodate candidates with special needs?Yes, ACAMS and Pearson VUE allow accommodations to candidates who are identified as having special needs. If you have any special requirements and would like to request an accommodation, please contact ACAMS at accommodations@acams.org.
How do I schedule an exam with Pearson VUE?You must first apply for the certification of your choice. Once your application is approved and you have purchased your Certification package, you will be emailed instructions on how to schedule your exam through our testing provider, Pearson VUE.
I need to reschedule my appointment; how can I do that?You can reschedule your appointment at no cost if it is before 72hours prior to the original appointment, you would need to login to the Pearson VUE account you used for the initial scheduling and follow the steps for reschedule.
It’s easy to join the Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center network if you meet basic requirements. You’ll find an application, technical specifications and instructions at https://home.pearsonvue.com/For-test-centers/Learn-more.aspx.
My organization is currently a Pearson VUE test center. Do we need to renew our agreement?No. Pearson VUE does not plan to make any changes to the authorized testing center agreement.
How can I access a Candidate Handbook?All our candidate handbooks are available in our website.
- Go to our website here
- Click Get Certified’ found on the left side of the upper tab.
- All our programs will show up, click the program of the handbook you are looking for
- It will take you to the selected program home page
- Click “Download Handbook” and fill out the form. Kindly note our handbooks are constantly being updated.
Our FAQs page is updated frequently. Please be sure to keep checking for updates. If you don’t find the answer to your question, please contact us.
Advanced Certifications Ver Todos
You can access the Advanced CAMS-RM application from the CAMS-RM webpage here.
You can access the Advanced CAMS-Audit application from the CAMS-Audit webpage here.
Currently we do not accept Advanced CAMS-FCI applications.
How do I log-in to the online application forms?If you already have an ACAMS account, please login with your registered email address (username) and password.
- Click here and go to ‘My Account’ found in the upper right toolbar
- From the dropdown select ‘Account home’
- Scroll down to the Applications’ sections and click see all
- ‘Select the Certification program and click the link to ‘Complete Application’.
If you are new to ACAMS and do not have an account, please visit this page and select “Register” to create a new account.
Do I need to submit a completed application at the time of purchase, or can I submit the application at a later time?Candidates have the option to pay for their certification prior to submitting their Certification Application however, the application process will not be completed until the Certification Application has been submitted and approved by ACAMS. An approved application is required in order for a candidate to schedule and take their exam, and Candidates will have 6 months from the approval date to pass their exam. Alternatively, Candidates can access their study materials upon payment of the package and begin their studying prior to submitting their application.
Can I submit a digital version of my supporting documents?No supporting documentation is needed for the Advanced Certification. Members who have passed CAMS & and have an active Membership are eligible. They don’t need to submit supporting documentation or credits.
Where can I see the status of my application?- You will be able to see the status of your application when you login to your ACAMS dashboard. Click here and o to ‘My Account’ found in the upper right toolbar
- From the dropdown select ‘Account home’ select ‘
- Scroll down to the Applications’ section
- Click ‘See All’.
- Select the Certification program, the status of your application will appear under the relevant certification application tab
Your exam enrollment period begins when your Certification Application is approved. You have 6 months from the approval date to schedule and take your exam with our testing provider Pearson VUE. You must have also paid for your program in order to be eligible to schedule and take your exam. The exam scheduling system of our exam provider can be accessed from your ACAMS account. Members have the option to take the exam via online proctoring or via a test center in your preferred location.
Are applications transferable?Applications are not transferable. Members interested in a certification with ACAMS need to submit their own application.
Is there a government discount offered for Advanced level exams?Yes, you may view the public sector pricing by going to the ACAMS website and downloading the Candidate Handbook for your program of choice, which will provide the pricing.
What is the difference between an ACAMS certificate and a certification?
- ACAMS’ “certificate courses” are training courses designed to help individuals’ learn important topics relevant to their careers and interests. Post-assessments in the certificate courses are designed to confirm that an individual has taken the training course. Passing the post-assessment provides the individual with continuing education credits and a certificate of achievement for the training.
- ACAMS’ “certification programs” consist of two components: a training component and a certification exam component. The training components can be identical to “certificate courses,” Passing the post-assessment provides the individual with continuing education credits and a certificate of achievement for the training. Although the training helps individuals prepare for the certification exam, the certification exam is considered an independent measure of the candidate’s ability to demonstrate competency in the topic of the certification program by apply knowledge to life-like scenarios. When individuals pass one of ACAMS’ certification exams, they earn the right to use the “designation” such as calling putting CAMS after your name. Certification programs also have recertification requirements to maintain that designation.
To be eligible for an Advanced CAMS qualification, you must have an active membership and having passed the CAMS.
Upon payment of your certification package, ACAMS will enable your access to the Study Materials. You will be able to access them from your Account
- Click here and go to ‘My Account’ found in the upper right toolbar.
- From the dropdown select ‘My Courses’ to access the learning platform.
- Overview ‘My Courses’ and select the program you purchased.
Yes, the Study Guide is included in the Certification Package price. Exams are included in the package and are not orderable separately.
Can I view the study guide on a kindle?Yes, the Study Guides are PDF viewable on most e-readers. ePub and MOBI formats are not yet available.
My access to the study materials has expired, how can I extend this?Contact ACAMS support here to request an extension.
Is all the information I need for the exam covered in the study materials?The ACAMS study materials are the most comprehensive resource available for preparing for our certification exams. We are confident that a thorough understanding of the content of our study materials will lead to passing. However, test-takers should expect some differences between the exam and the study materials and should recognize that our exam questions are designed to measure the application of knowledge as opposed to recall of information. By design, you will see challenging questions that use scenarios to measure a candidate’s competency in applying underlying knowledge to life-like examples. We encourage all candidates to read additional materials, including primary sources, and to rely on reference sections provided in most study materials.
Where can I find examples of the exam questions?If available, Practice Exams will be found in your online ACAMS training materials, in the learning platform. Please note, Practice Exams are not currently available for all Certification Programs.
As I prepare for the exam where can I ask questions to learn more about specific topics?One good place to ask is during ACAMS virtual classroom sessions where there is a live Q&A. We offer a variety of dates and times so test-takers can choose a virtual classroom series that enables live attendance. Test-takers could also attend related webinars and use the various communities (ACAMS chapters, ACAMS conferences, LinkedIn, etc.) to build a professional network where they can ask questions and share ideas.
Why can’t I see which questions I got right or wrong on the training post-assessments?We cannot share how individuals performed on individual post-assessment questions, as that would impact the validity of our post-assessment results.
What type of sample questions will I have access to in my study materials?ACAMS provides multiple types of questions as part of most programs’ study materials:
- Review Questions – These are designed as “formative” questions, meaning that they are designed for learning, and the correct answer is provided. However, these questions are not written to the same, robust standard as our certification exam questions. They are intended to help you practice the knowledge you are gaining from the study materials, as opposed to measuring your competency.
- Post-Assessment Questions – ACAMS’ certification study materials contain a “post-assessment.” Each certification program consists of a training component and a certification exam component. Post-assessments are not proctored and are designed to confirm that you have engaged in the training component. They do not provide answers and learners can take this assessment multiple times until passing. Upon successful completion of the post-assessment, you will be awarded continuing education credits and a certificate for completing the training component of the program. This does not mean, however, that you have attained the certification or “designation” (the credential such as “CAMS” that you put after your name). In order to earn the certification credential, you must pass the formal, proctored certification exam.
- Practice Exam Questions – These are questions written to the same, rigorous standard as questions on the certification exam. In most cases, these are questions that have been retired from the actual certification exam question bank. When provided (newer certification programs may not have them), these questions can be taken either in a way that enables you to see the correct answer after each question, or as a practice test to gauge your overall readiness to take the formal, proctored certification exam.
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You must first apply for the certification of your choice. Once your application is approved and you have purchased your Certification package, you will be emailed instructions on how to schedule your exam through our testing provider, Pearson VUE.
When can I register to take the exam?Candidates are able to register for the exam as soon as their Certification Application has been approved by ACAMS and their Certification package is paid.
After you have purchased your Certification package and your Certification Application is approved, you will receive instructions via email on how to schedule your exam. You can take your exam at a test center of your choice or via online proctoring. Please note not all countries or regions are eligible for all testing modalities. Please refer to our Online Proctoring FAQ for further details.
Will I receive a reminder before my authorization to test expires?No, but in your ‘’ACAMS Examination Authorization’’ email, you can view until when you are able to schedule and take your exam by.
Is it possible to take the exam at a conference or ACAMS sponsored event?No, it’s not possible to take the exam at a conference or ACAMS sponsored event. Our test delivery vendor, Pearson VUE, provides a worldwide network of 5,000+ testing centers to allow candidates to schedule the certification exam. Alternatively, the online proctoring option is also available. Click here to find your nearest testing center.
You can reschedule your appointment at no cost if it is before 72hours prior to the original appointment, you would need to login to the Pearson VUE account you used for the initial scheduling and follow the steps for reschedule.
Yes, you may purchase a two-month extension for $100. Please ensure your ACAMS Membership remains active throughout your extension period.
My authorization to test has expired, how do I extend it?Please contact us Contact Us | ACAMS to see if you qualify for an eligible extension.
Test takers will have 175 minutes to complete the advanced level exams.
How long is my certification valid for to?Advanced level certifications are valid for a period of three years provided that the ACAMS Membership is active. Certified members will be required to earn continuing education credits through training, education, and other professional development activities. Members will need to recertify every 3 years. Please refer to the Recertification policy in our Candidate Handbooks for more information. For information regarding how to access your Candidate Handbook, please click here.
Is taking an ACAMS program like taking a university course?Our specialist and advanced certification programs cover approximately the same amount of information as a traditional semester-length university course. However, our certification exams are designed to the best-practice standards of rigorous occupational certification programs. This means that the certification exams are more than just a measure of whether you have completed a training or course but are intended to objectively measure a candidate’s ability to apply their knowledge to life-like examples. You should expect ACAMS’ certification exams to be significantly more challenging than a final exam for a university course.
- International Travel Passport
- Driver’s license
- Military ID (including spouse & dependents)
- Identification card (national/state/province identity card)
- Alien registration card (green card, permanent resident, visa)
- Local language ID (not in Roman characters) –accepted only if issued from the country the person is testing in
- Any ID containing at least name and signature, or name and recent recognizable photo that meets ID requirements below
Identification (ID) Requirements
- Candidate is required to present two forms of original (no photocopies or digital IDs), valid (unexpired) IDs; one form as a primary ID (government issued with name, recent recognizable photo, and signature) and one form as a secondary ID (with at least a name and signature, or name and recent recognizable photo).
- The first and last name that the candidate uses to register must match exactly the first and last name on both of the IDs that are presented on test day.
- All IDs required must be issued by the country in which the candidate is testing. If the candidate does not have a qualifying primary ID issued from the country they are testing in, an International Travel Passport from their country of citizenship is required, along with a secondary ID.
Additional Allowances:
- Expired forms of ID are not acceptable, unless accompanied by valid renewal papers.
- If a government issued ID is missing a visible signature (or has an embedded signature), the candidate is allowed to test as long as the other requirements for primary and secondary IDs are met.
- *If you have any questions about the ID you are required to bring with you to the testing center for admittance for your exam, please contact Pearson VUE customer service at www.pearsonvue.com/contact. Any candidate exceptions to the ID policy must be preapproved by the Pearson VUE customer service center at least three business days before the scheduled exam appointment.
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What am I able to bring with me into the testing area?You are not allowed to bring anything into the testing area. You will be provided with a secured area where you can leave your personal belongings including cell phones. Anyone caught with a cell phone on their person during the examination will have their examination cancelled and will be asked to leave the testing center immediately.
Where can I park on the day of the exam?All test center locations must have onsite or nearby parking available for test takers. Please check with the test center.
Will the computer/equipment be provided at the test center?Yes, all test centers are fully equipped with computers and other necessary hardware/software.
- The Advanced CAMS-RM examination consists of 100 multiple choices, multiple selection, matching and scenario questions. Some of these items are unscored. The unscored items are included on the exam to gather statistical information. These items are not identified on the exam and do not affect your score. To obtain the Advanced CAMS-RM credential, candidates must answer a minimum of 65% of the scored questions correctly.
- The Advanced CAMS-Audit examination consists of 90 multiple choices, multiple selection, matching and scenario questions. Some of these items are unscored. The unscored items are included on the exam to gather statistical information. These items are not identified on the exam and do not affect your score. The cut score to obtain the CAMS-Audit certification is 75.
Your result is displayed upon submission of your examination. You will also receive a printed score report at the test centered it will be emailed to you shortly after your examination. This email will state your exam results and how to maintain the certification up to date. Candidates who take their exam via online proctoring will receive an email with a link to the Exam Score Report found in their Pearson VUE account.
Do you disclose test results by question or topic?According to our policy, which is designed to protect the integrity of the exam, we do not disclose the exam question content. Please refer to the candidate handbook under appeals for more information. However, the score report provides the score for each section. The score report is available in your Pearson VUE dashboard
I came very close to passing. Can I have my exam score re-evaluated?No. We recognize that it can be frustrating to miss the passing score by a small margin. However, our passing scores are established through a formalized standard setting procedure, and once established, must be enforced consistently for all test-takers. As stated in our Candidate Handbooks, we do not accept appeals of exam scores based on a failed score. Also please note that every test has some unscored questions that enable us to collect data on questions prior to making them scored. It is very possible that questions that concern you are unscored.
Why can’t I see which questions I got right or wrong on the certification exam?ACAMS provides information on how test-takers perform by each knowledge domain on the exam. Refer to the Candidate Handbook for your certification program to see the exam blueprint for the knowledge domains. We cannot share how individuals performed on individual test questions, as that would impact the validity of our exam results.
Are the Test results disclosed to third parties? Are the test results public?Test results are not released to the public. However, ACAMS may disclose exam results to those organizations subsidizing the certification for their employees.
Yes, active members can expect to receive their e-certificate within a week from the day they passed the exam.
Can I receive a hard copy of my diploma?Yes, members can request to receive a hard-copy diploma certificate via the contact form: Contact Us | ACAMS. The shipping time may take up to 8-12 weeks. Please include a full shipping address in your request.
Do I receive additional credits for passing the exam?Candidates do not receive additional credits for passing the exam.
If a candidate does not pass, they will have the opportunity to retake the advanced level examination based on the following retake policy:
- Candidates who do not pass the exam on their first attempt can retake it after 30 days.
- Candidates who do not pass the exam on their second attempt can retake it after 60 days.
- Candidates who do not pass the exam on their third or more attempts can retake it after 90 days.
- A candidate who applies for re-examination after one year following their original application must pay the full examination fee.
ACAMS enforces a waiting period of 30 days if someone does not pass on their first attempt. After the first attempt, waiting periods differ by exam level. Waiting periods are common for professional certification exams. The waiting periods help support the validity of our exam results. First, these are an exam security measure to prevent repeated testing in rapid succession with the intention of memorizing test questions. Second, the waiting period ensures that those who fail spend the necessary time to prepare to pass the next time. Although we recognize that our exam measures knowledge at a specific moment in time, companies that hire ACAMS-certified members expect that the passing score represents a stable understanding and not a result of immediate recall of memorized information. As such, the waiting period encourages deeper understanding over cram-based recall.
How much time will I have to schedule and sit the retake?You have 6 months to schedule and take your exam from the time the Authorization To-Test is issued.
I would like to re-take my exam in another language, how is it possible?Please contact your account manager or your customer service team: Contact Us | ACAMS.
Yes, you may access the Graduate list here. The graduate list updates bi-weekly. Please allow 2-3 weeks for your name to appear on the website. If your name does not appear within 2-3 weeks of having successfully completed the Examination, please contact us. In order to remain on the ACAMS graduation list, you must maintain an active ACAMS membership and recertify every three years.
Members are due to recertify every three years from the year of their certification. For example, if Mary certified in 2014, her recertification year would be 2017.
What are the requirements I need in order to recertify?In order to recertify for Advanced level, Graduates must have an active ACAMS membership and meet the continuing education credits, which is a total of 45 credits (15 out of the 45 credits must be ACAMS trainings, strictly initiated and hosted by ACAMS). An online recertification application must be submitted with all required information and the recertification fee paid.
Do I still need to Recertify for CAMS?No. Members who have taken and passed and Advanced CAMS program will only need to recertify for the Advanced CAMS program.
Do I need to submit supporting documentation with my recertification application?You do not need to submit supporting documentation with your application. However, ACAMS conducts an audit of each recertifying class. Anyone selected to participate in the audit will need to provide all of their supporting documentation. Members who are not able to provide supporting documentation may be at risk of becoming decertified.
Do credits earned the same year I obtain my certification, count towards my recertification?Yes, as long as the credits were earned after you passed the exam.
How can I earn online training credits towards my recertification?ACAMS has a full range of webinars for members to choose from as well as online certificate courses. In order to earn credits from free eligible webinars, ACAMS Membership must be active on the account, please visit our website for more information.
Do other affiliations count towards recertifications?Members may use other professional certifications towards recertification as long as these are related to financial crime prevention or sanctions.
How do I declare continuing education credits?You do not need to declare continuing education credits earned through ACAMS events. Please keep track of credits earned through outside organizations as these cannot be registered on your ACAMS profile. Credits coming from Membership or professional experience are not registered either.
Where can I find my educational credits?To view your educational credits, please sign into your account, click on the “My Account” section. Please scroll down the page to view your credits. For more details on specific ECUs, please go to Educational Credits section under Overview and click ‘See All’.
How can I purchase my recertification package online?You can purchase your recertification package during your application submission. Once you have completed the application, you will be prompted for payment option. You can use your credit card to make an online payment or alternatively, please click here to request an invoice.
How do I access and submit my recertification application?In order to submit your recertification application, you can either log into your ACAMS account by going to
- ‘My Account’
- ‘Account Home’
- ‘Overview’
- ‘Applications’
- ‘See all’
- ‘Recertification’.
Alternatively, go to the ACAMS website > ‘Get Certified’ > select the program, scroll down, and click on ‘Apply for Recertification’ link. Please do not create a new account and use your current ACAMS credentials. If you have issues accessing your account, please contact us.
If I was on maternity/paternity leave, can I apply for recertification extension?Yes, a request must be submitted the year you are due for recertification, please refer to the candidate handbook under ‘’Extensions for recertification’’.
I did not recertify during the last cycle, what can I do?If you lapsed a recertification cycle, please contact your Account manager or our Customer Service in order to discuss your situation.
Please contact the ACFE to inquire.
Do I earn credits by enrolling in any free webinar offered by ACAMS?Your individual ACAMS membership includes the ability to take unlimited free ACAMS webinars, including past webinars archived on our Learning Management System (LMS) and count those webinars towards recertification. Note that the Membership must be active in order to earn credits from free webinars.
If my application was previously rejected but would qualify under the new requirements, can I re-apply?Yes, you can re-apply once you have met the requirements for Advanced level certification.
How many credits is my ACAMS Certification worth if I would like to apply for an external Certification program?For external certifications, member will have to confirm with external companies of interest if they accept our certification.
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I have an active ACAMS Membership. Why do I not have access to the Moneylaundering.com website?Having an ACAMS membership does not automatically grant you access to ML.com. MLDC is a subscription and is not part of the individual ACAMS membership. However, Enterprise Membership gives access to MLDC.
How can I publish an article with ACAMS?Visit the ‘Get Published’ link on ACAMSToday.org to submit your topic idea or article to be considered for publication. https://www.acamstoday.org/contributors-guidelines/
How can I participate in the ‘AML Professional of the Month’ award?You can submit your nomination by filling the form found here: https://www.acamstoday.org/afc-professional-of-the-month/.
Pearson VUE currently has more than 5,000 Pearson VUE Test Centers in more than 180 countries; including several hundred company-owned and operated Pearson Professional Centers. Candidates with access to military bases can test at on-base military test centers. You can find available test centers here.
What if there is no center in my area?If there is no center available within 50 miles of your residence or work addresses, or if no center is available in your country, please contact us at www.acams.org/en/contact-us with that information. We may be able to offer alternative testing options. You also have the option to take the exam using the online proctoring. Please note not all countries or regions are eligible for all testing modalities. Please refer to our Online Proctoring FAQ for further details.
Will the test fees change?Your package includes the testing fee. No test center should be collecting fees from a candidate when you go to test. However, there is an additional fee for scheduling an exam by phone rather than by using the online system. Pearson VUE call centers will answer questions for assisting with online scheduling free of charge. However, if the exam is scheduled on the phone, there will be a $20 fee collected by Pearson VUE. If you cancel or reschedule an exam within 24 to 72 hours of your scheduled time, there will be a fee of US$100 collected by Pearson VUE. If you cancel your exam within 24 hours or do not show up for your scheduled appointment, you will need to contact ACAMS and you will be charged for a new authorization (US$299 private sector/US$199 public sector).
What are the changes to the center testing process for ACAMS candidates?At Pearson VUE testing centers, in addition to the identification requirements, candidates will now be photographed and asked to provide a digital signature. The photograph and signature will become a permanent part of each candidate’s certification record. Photos taken during the admission process may be printed on score reports and all candidate data will be securely stored and protected by Pearson VUE. These requirements may be modified according to local laws
What are the benefits of capturing digital photos and signatures?Digital photos and signatures are used to ensure that the person presenting the certification credential is the same individual who took the exam. This procedure helps to ensure that ACAMS’ certifications maintain their integrity and value within the marketplace.
How will candidate personal information be stored?Both ACAMS and Pearson VUE employ rigorous measures to ensure data privacy. Although professional certification is a significant part of Pearson VUE’s business, the company also routinely delivers a variety of other high-stakes exams—everything from medical board licensing exams to the GMAT. The same methodologies used for the collection, encryption and storage of data for these programs are used for ACAMS’ certification programs. For additional information, each company’s Privacy Policy can be found here (ACAMS) and here (Pearson VUE).
Will Pearson VUE offer all Certification exams?Yes. All of ACAMS’ test-based certification programs will have their exams administered at Pearson VUE centers.
Can Pearson VUE sites accommodate candidates with special needs?Yes, ACAMS and Pearson VUE allow accommodations to candidates who are identified as having special needs. If you have any special requirements and would like to request an accommodation, please contact ACAMS at accommodations@acams.org.
How do I schedule an exam with Pearson VUE?You must first apply for the certification of your choice. Once your application is approved and you have purchased your Certification package, you will be emailed instructions on how to schedule your exam through our testing provider, Pearson VUE.
I need to reschedule my appointment; how can I do that?You can reschedule your appointment at no cost if it is before 72 hours prior to the original appointment, you would need to login to the Pearson VUE account you used for the initial scheduling and follow the steps for reschedule.
It’s easy to join the Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center network if you meet basic requirements. You’ll find an application, technical specifications, and instructions at https://home.pearsonvue.com/For-test-centers/Learn-more.aspx.
My organization is currently a Pearson VUE test center. Do we need to renew our agreement?No. Pearson VUE does not plan to make any changes to the authorized testing center agreement.
How can I access a Candidate Handbook?All our candidate handbooks are available in our website.
- Go to our website here
- Click Get Certified’ found on the left side of the upper tab.
- All our programs will show up, click the program of the handbook you are looking for
- It will take you to the selected program home page
- Click “Download Handbook” and fill out a form. Kindly note our handbooks are constantly being updated.
Our FAQs page is updated frequently. Please be sure to keep checking for updates. If you don’t find the answer to your question, please contact us.