CAMS

Education & Academia abbreviation · Professional Certification

CAMS
Stands forCertified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist
CategoriesEducation & Academia

CAMS stands for Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, a professional certification abbreviation.

Leading anti-money laundering certification for compliance professionals at banks, fintech firms, casinos and regulators, issued by the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS). Candidates qualify through a points system for education and experience and pass a 120-question exam.

Example: The bank requires its BSA officer to hold a CAMS certification.

Usage notes

ACAMS also offers advanced certifications in areas such as financial crimes investigations. Anti-money laundering roles grew after the USA PATRIOT Act strengthened the Bank Secrecy Act in 2001. Holders recertify every three years.

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