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AML foundation for Banking
CPD-Certified Course The AML Foundations for Banking course is designed for those who want to confidently navigate the world of financial crime and understand how banks protect themselves and their customers from illegal transactions. In a rapidly changing financial crime environment, a deep understanding of AML/CFT is becoming a key skill for professionals in banking, compliance, risk management, and fintech.
The program is based on the fundamental principles of AML/CFT, real-life scenarios, and practical approaches that form a solid foundation for further professional development in compliance, risk management, and financial security.
You will learn what lies behind the “dirty side” of finance, how predicate crimes arise and develop, and what risks are hidden behind everyday operations. We will explain how compliance programs are structured, what mistakes cost institutions millions of dollars, and why a culture of compliance is not a formality but a strategic asset. We will also examine the role of regulators, current requirements and trends affecting banks, and how technology and analytics enhance protection against financial crime.
The course materials have been prepared by industry experts and are presented in an accessible format, with animations, diagrams, and examples to help you quickly grasp complex topics. The total course time is 12 hours, with video lectures lasting 4 hours. You can pay for the course in full or split the cost into 2 or 3 payments.
3 hours of on-demand video 
22 Submodules of reading material 
30 Assignments 
Lifetime Access 
12 CPD Credits 
26 Visual Schemes 
Certificate of Completion 
2 weeks – Recommended Learning Timeline 
Certify your employees with globally recognised AML certification. AML Foundations for Banking is ideal for new hires, frontline staff, and professionals seeking a strong understanding of AML principles in the context of Banking Sector. A structured, scalable, and cost-effective way to build essential compliance knowledge and ensure regulatory alignment across the fintech and payments industry.
AML Foundation Course Overview
Designed for those starting their journey in financial crime prevention, this course is your entry before CASS certification.
Certified AML analysts earn:
- £40–70K in the United Kingdom
- $65–95K in the United States
- €40–60K in the European Union
- 200–300K QAR annually – certified specialists in GCC countries can reach
Our delegates have secured roles such as Chief Compliance Officer, Head of Financial Crime, and Regulatory Affairs Manager at institutions like BNP Paribas, Citi, Fiserv, Crypto.com, Blockchain.com and other global institutions.
This course is designed for those who deal with customers, operations, and processes that form the financial foundation of a bank on a daily basis. It is suitable not only for front-line or back-office employees, but also for those who work with corporate clients, analyze loan applications, support settlement operations, or work in treasury.
Newcomers to internal auditing, young professionals, finance students, and employees who have recently joined the bank will also find the necessary foundation here. The AML Foundations for Banking course helps build a comprehensive understanding of AML/CFT obligations and the role of each individual in preventing financial crime.
This program from the AML Certification Centre will be especially useful for those who plan to develop their skills in compliance, risk management, KYC, transaction monitoring, or simply want to understand how banks identify suspicious transactions and build a system to protect against money laundering. It is also suitable for professionals in related fields—consultants, auditors, fintech solution developers, and data analysts who need to understand the context of AML processes in order to create or evaluate control tools.
The AML Foundations for Banking course provides a practical set of skills that are essential for working in today’s banking environment, where AML/CFT requirements are becoming increasingly stringent and risks are becoming more complex and diverse. By mastering the key elements of AML control, you will learn to navigate regulatory expectations, understand customer behavior, and recognize signs of potential threats to the bank in a timely manner.
What you will learn:
- Understand banking AML obligations, regulatory requirements, and FATF/EU principles;
- Recognize suspicious customer behavior in the retail and corporate segments.
- Understand red flags for credit operations, deposits, corporate accounts, and international payments.
- Correctly transfer information to AML departments and master documentation rules.
Understand how to work with high-risk customer profiles.
Why is this necessary:
To comply with regulatory requirements and improve the quality of the bank’s internal control.
- What are Financial Crimes?
- Typology of Financial Crimes
- Consequences and Impacts of Financial Crime
- Understanding of Risk
- What is Financial Crime Risk?
- Risk Management in AML/CTF+ and Financial Crime
- The importance of financial crime risk management
- How FC risk is managed?
- Understanding of Compliance Program
- Foundations of Compliance Programs
- Foundations of KYC
- Foundations of Ongoing Due Diligence
- Sanctions Compliance
- What is Reporting of Suspicious Financial Activities (SAR/STR)?
- Termination of Business Relationship
Understanding of different business sectors
- International Organisations and Frameworks in AML/CTF+
- Who is the Regulator?
- AML/CTF+ difference by country and industry
- Consequences of non-compliance
- Importance of Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct
- Comparison of Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct
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Insight into the Banking Sector and AML/CTF+ Specifics
- Understanding the Banking Sector’s Business and Risks
Upon completion of the training, participants take a final knowledge test on the same online platform where the course was held. The exam consists of a 30-question multiple-choice test. Participants have 1 hour to complete the test. To successfully complete the training, participants must answer at least 80% of the questions correctly. The results are displayed immediately after submission.
Each student is given three free attempts at the test, with the best result being counted. Further retakes are subject to a fee of €70 each. A retake is only available after 15 days, allowing students to review the material at their leisure and fill in any gaps.
Upon completion of the AML Foundations for Banking course, graduates receive an CPD-accredited certificate, confirming their in-depth understanding of AML/CFT fundamentals, successful completion of the program, and passing the final assessment.
The certificate has been developed in line with the international recommendations of the FATF and complies with global financial compliance standards. As a result, it is recognized in key global jurisdictions, including the EU, the US, the UK, the UAE, and other countries.
The CPD-accredited AML Foundations for Banking certificate is relevant for professionals and organizations in the following areas:
- the banking sector (traditional and digital banks);
- financial holding companies and investment companies;
- compliance, AML/CTF, and financial monitoring;
- risk management and internal control;
- credit organizations and microfinance institutions;
- regulators, auditors, and consultants in the field of financial security;
- projects working with KYC/KYB, transaction monitoring, and financial analytics
CPD accreditation confirms the high standard of the program and its compliance with continuing professional development requirements, making the certificate valuable to employers and regulators in the financial sector. It increases the value of the professional in the labor market and confirms their competence in matters of financial integrity and compliance with AML/CFT+ requirements.
See how learners gain essential skills to start a compliance career
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AML Foundations
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How AML Foundations boosts your career
Follow a structured path from foundation to leadership in financial compliance
25-40% higher chance
of securing job interviews
92% feel more confident
when applying for AML jobs
82% graduates promoted
within 8 months
Alumni in 79+ countries
global network
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Join thousands of certified professionals building careers in financial compliance.
During your Career Call, we will review:
- Your current professional level
- Roles you can qualify for and the skills required
- Overview of your local regulatory requirements
- Your realistic career pathways and growth scenarios
After Completing the Course:
- Your chances of landing an AML/Compliance role increase by 37%
- You become eligible for higher-level positions
- You’ll gain deeper, structured AML expertise
- You can present a recognized certification to employers
