ACAMS AML Certifications CCAS

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ACAMS CCAS Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	ACAMS
Exam Name:	Certified Cryptoasset Anti-Financial Crime Specialist
Exam Number:	CCAS
Exam Format:	Multiple Choice
Exam Price:	USD 895 (ACAMS Members) / USD 1,195 (Non-Members)
Exam Duration:	180 minutes
Certificate Validity Period:	3 years (with recertification requirements)
Related Certifications:	CAMS CGSS
Available Languages:	English
Real Exam Qty:	120
Passing Score:	70%
Sample Questions:
Exam Way:	Computer-based testing at Pearson VUE centers or online proctored exam
Pre Condition:	It is recommended but not required to have prior AML/CFT knowledge; ACAMS membership is encouraged but not mandatory
Official Syllabus URL:	https://www.acams.org/en/certifications/ccas

ACAMS CCAS Exam Syllabus Topics:

ACAMS Certified Cryptoasset Anti-Financial Crime Specialist Examination Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most

What is the ACAMS CCAS exam?

The CCAS exam is the official ACAMS exam behind the AML Certifications certification, validating the skills measured by the ACAMS Certified Cryptoasset Anti-Financial Crime Specialist Examination credential. It sits at the Specialist level of the ACAMS certification program. It also connects to CAMS, CGSS, so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.

How many questions are on the CCAS exam, and how much time do I get?

The CCAS exam contains 120 questions to be completed within 180 minutes. Before exam day, divide the available time by the question count to work out a comfortable per-question pace, and mark any item that eats into it so you can return later instead of getting stuck. Timed sessions in the Getcertkey test engines make that pacing automatic — run at least two full-length mock exams under the clock so time pressure never becomes the reason you drop points.

What score do I need to pass the CCAS exam, and what does it cost?

The passing score for the CCAS exam is 70%, and the official registration fee is USD 895 (ACAMS Members) / USD 1,195 (Non-Members). Retakes are not discounted — every new attempt means paying the full fee again — so it pays to measure yourself before you book. Work through the 102 practice questions on Getcertkey, sit a timed practice test, and schedule your exam only when your scores are consistently comfortable. That simple habit is the cheapest exam strategy there is.

Are there any prerequisites for the CCAS exam?

It is recommended but not required to have prior AML/CFT knowledge; ACAMS membership is encouraged but not mandatory Requirements can change when ACAMS revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.

Can I try the CCAS practice questions before I buy?

Yes. Getcertkey provides a free CCAS PDF demo so you can review the question style and answer quality before purchasing. Every purchase also includes 365 days of free updates — if ACAMS revises the exam during that period, the updated material reaches you at no cost. Once the free-update year ends, you can extend your update service at a 50% discount.

What if I fail the CCAS exam, and how is my order delivered?

Every ACAMS Certified Cryptoasset Anti-Financial Crime Specialist Examination purchase on Getcertkey is covered by a 100% money-back guarantee with clear conditions: if you take the corresponding exam within 60 days of your purchase and do not pass, you can claim a full refund by submitting a scanned copy of your exam enrollment slip and your official score report as a PDF within two days of the exam date; claims are processed within seven days of submission. The guarantee does not apply to exams taken within three days of purchase, to material that was downloaded but never used in an exam attempt, or to free products and expired orders, and the candidate name must match the payer name. If you would rather not take a refund, you can instead exchange your purchase for two free exam preparation products of equal value and keep the update service on your original product.

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What topics are covered in the CCAS exam?

The ACAMS Certified Cryptoasset Anti-Financial Crime Specialist Examination exam blueprint is organized into 6 domains. The first three are:

• Know Your Customer (KYC) in Crypto — 15% of the exam
• Cryptoassets and Blockchain Fundamentals — 15% of the exam
• Investigation and Enforcement — 15% of the exam

For the complete domain-by-domain breakdown, scroll up to the full exam topics outline above and use it to plan how you distribute your study time.

ACAMS Certified Cryptoasset Anti-Financial Crime Specialist Examination Sample Questions:

Question 1

What is "hash rate" in blockchain?

A. The block size limit.
B. The speed at which wallets are created.
C. The computational power used for mining.
D. The transaction fee rate.

Question 2

Which scenario most likely indicates active involvement of a customer in scam activities?

A. Direct sending to a scam cluster
B. Direct receiving from a scam cluster
C. Indirect receiving from a scam cluster
D. Indirect sending to a scam cluster

Question 3

Under FATF guidance, "unhosted wallets" are:

A. Wallets managed by regulated exchanges.
B. Custodial wallets held by third parties.
C. Wallets with multi-sig security.
D. Wallets where users control private keys directly.

Question 4

Which is the discipline of risk management related to the risk of algorithms, machine learning, and artificial intelligence within the transaction monitoring and screening software that a virtual asset service provider acquires from a vendor?

A. IT security risk management
B. Operational risk management
C. Vendor risk management
D. Model risk management

Question 5

Which blockchain features built-in privacy measures to prevent tracing and conceal ownership and flow of illicit funds?

A. Cardano
B. Monero
C. Polygon
D. Ethereum

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