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ACAMS
Recertification

Find out how you can maintain your ACAMS
designation through our simple recertification
process.

    Don’t Let Your Certification Disappear

    Having an ACAMS designation after your name exemplifies your expertise and opens professional doors. All of our certified professionals need to recertify periodically to maintain their designation and show their commitment to professional development.

     

    ACAMS holds records of every certified member, so employers can confirm the credentials of future employees. If you chose not to recertify:

    • You can no longer use your ACAMS designation.
    • If you want to become certified again in the future, you will need to reapply and retake the certification exam.

    Why Recertify?

    Ensure employers know about your AFC expertise

    Stay part of the global ACAMS community

    Continue your commitment to fighting financial crime

    The Recertification Process

    Recertifying with ACAMS is quick and easy. You need to:

     

    1. Maintain an active ACAMS membership
    2. Meet the recertification credit requirements
    3. Submit an online application and pay a recertification fee (for specialist and advanced specialist recertifications only)

    ACAMS Recertification Requirements

    Associate-Level Certifications

    Recertify every year, for free. Find out more about the process on our associate-level recertification page.
     

    Specialist-Level Certifications

    Recertify every three years. Find information on process, fees, and deadlines on our specialist-level recertification page.

    Advanced Specialist-Level Certifications

    Recertify every three years. Find information on process, fees, and deadlines on our advanced specialist-level recertification page.

    FAQs

    I hold multiple ACAMS certifications at the same level, which ones do I need to recertify?
    I hold multiple ACAMS certifications at different levels, which ones do I need to recertify?
    I have questions about the ACAMS recertification process, who can help me?
    Can you explain the difference between ACAMS Credits vs NON-ACAMS Credits and how they are earned (ACAMS vs NON-ACAMS)?