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Am I eligible to take the CKYCA Exam?

There are no eligibility requirements for CKYCA, as it is an entry-level certification. Candidates who wish to take the CKYCA Examination must be an ACAMS member and submit an application.

Why is it called Certified Associate instead of Certified Specialist like CAMS and CGSS?

CKYCA is intended for earlier career professionals than CAMS or CGSS.

If there are no work or training requirements, why is there an application?

Because there is no eligibility criteria for this certification, the application consists of the test-taker agreement.

Will attaining CKYCA count towards CAMS and CGSS eligibility or recertification?

Yes, candidates will receive 8 CAMS credits for completing the online training component of the program.

How do I apply?

Apply online — you can find the form here.

Do I need to login to apply?

Yes. If you already have an ACAMS account (this is free to create -it’s not the same as membership), login with your registered email and password. If you’re new to ACAMS, create a new account here, then you’ll be able to access the application form.

Do I pay and apply at the same time, or can I do these separately?

You can pay before or after your application has been accepted by ACAMS (we check to see if you’re eligible after you apply).

Can I check the status of my CKYCA application after I’ve submitted it?

Yes! Login to see how your application is progressing.

How long do I have to take the CKYCA exam?

You have 4 months from the day you are authorized to take the exam, which requires prior payment and application approval. After application and purchase, ACAMS sends the names of eligible candidates to Pearson VUE. You can schedule your test by logging on to the ACAMS website and accessing the Pearson VUE exam scheduling system.

How can I submit my application?

You can submit your CKYCA Exam application here. If you’re having any problems, give us a call.

Is there a web form for the CKYCA application?

Yes! Submit your CKYCA Exam application here.

Is the CKYCA application transferable?

No -every individual must submit their own application. However, the exam fee may be transferable to someone else if you no longer wish to sit for CKYCA. Please contact us to discuss.

In how many languages is the CKYCA exam available?

The CKYCA exam is currently available in English. Additional languages will follow in 2020 and 2021.

How do I register to take the exam?

You must first apply for the CKYCA exam. Once your application is approved and you have paid the fee, you’ll be emailed instructions on how to schedule your exam at your nearest Pearson VUE testing center.

When can I register to take the exam?

Candidates are able to register for the exam as soon as they receive their exam authorization which requires prior payment and application submission and approval.

Where are the Pearson VUE testing centers located?

Find a testing center near you, here.  ACAMS is also currently permitting the exam to be taken from your home or office via Pearson VUE’s online proctoring system.

Is it possible to take the exam during a conference?

It’s not possible to take the exam onsite at an ACAMS Conference. The CKYCA Exam is only available via Pearson VUE testing centers – they offer a global network of 5000+ locations – or through the Pearson VUE online proctoring system.  Find a testing center near you, here.

How do I access the CKYCA study materials?

Once you purchase the program, we’ll email you information on accessing the online study materials on our learning management system.

Can I view the study guide on a Kindle?

Yes, the CKYCA Study Guide PDF is viewable on most e-readers.

Is the program structured the same as CAMS and CGSS (Study Guide, flash cards, virtual classroom, etc.)?

CKYCA is an associate-level certification. With CKYCA, the central training component will be the online eLearning course, and we do not have a publicly available instructor-led Virtual Classroom.  There is a Study Guide that  provides a means for you to access the same content if you choose to study offline.  Digital flash cards are also included.

How long is my CKYCA certification valid?

The CKYCA certification is valid for one year.  To retain the certification, one must maintain an active ACAMS membership.  CKYCA certified members will be required to maintain or further their knowledge through continuing education. Continuing education requirements are two CAMS credits per year, and they must come from ACAMS.  The cost of these credits is included in membership.  There is no recertification fee for CKYCA.

Do credits earned the same year I became CKYCA count towards my recertification?

Yes, as long as the credits were earned after you passed the CKYCA Examination.

Why should I take a practice exam?

We designed our practice exams to set you up for success. Developed to the same quality standard as the certification exam, the practice exam will:

• Give you the best chance of getting certified
• Expose you to real-life exam questions
• Give you an indication of your knowledge level
• Build confidence in readiness for the certification exam

What is the difference between a practice exam and the certification exam?

The practice exam questions closely mirror the questions you'll see on the official certification exam. It looks and feels like the actual exam, so you’ll be able to familiarize yourself with the real test-taking experience.

The practice exam has the same format as the certification exam with multiple-choice questions. There are two versions of the practice exam:

• Scored questions without answers revealed
• Unscored questions with answers immediately available

Please note none of the practice questions will appear on the certification exam.

Where can I find my practice exam?

The practice exam will be listed in your learning path under the “Content Path” in our Learning Management System (LMS). You can access it at any time during your certification program enrolment period.

Once you’re registered for your certification program, log into the LMS, enter in the certification section and click on the Learning Path with the Study Materials. Scroll down the Path and choose the practice exam of your choice to begin.

How many times can I take the practice exam?

You can retake the scored version of the practice exam as many times as you wish, whether you pass or not.

If you take the unscored version, you may take it once without answers shown. All additional attempts will show the answers you chose during the first attempt.