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ACAMS CKYCA Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | ACAMS |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Certified Know Your Customer Associate (CKYCA) Examination |
| Exam Number: | CKYCA |
| Exam Format: | Computer-based exam, Multiple-choice |
| Related Certifications: | CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) CGSS (Certified Global Sanctions Specialist) |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Recommended Training: | ACAMS Official CKYCA Training |
| Exam Registration: | ACAMS Certification Registration |
| Sample Questions: | ![]() |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based online or test center delivery (typically via ACAMS-approved proctoring providers such as Pearson VUE or equivalent platforms depending on region) |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; basic understanding of financial services and AML concepts recommended. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.acams.org |
ACAMS CKYCA Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
|---|---|
| Ongoing Monitoring and Risk Management | - Risk assessment frameworks
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| Foundations of AML and KYC | - Regulatory and global standards
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| Beneficial Ownership and Corporate Structures | - Understanding ownership structures
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| Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) | - CDD processes
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ACAMS Association of Certified Anti Money Laundering Exam FAQ: What Candidates Ask Most
What is the ACAMS CKYCA exam?
The CKYCA exam is the official ACAMS exam behind the Certified Know Your Customer Associate (CKYCA) certification, validating the skills measured by the ACAMS Association of Certified Anti Money Laundering credential. It sits at the Associate level of the ACAMS certification program. It also connects to CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), CGSS (Certified Global Sanctions Specialist), so the knowledge you build here carries over to those tracks as well.
Are there any prerequisites for the CKYCA exam?
No formal prerequisites; basic understanding of financial services and AML concepts recommended. Requirements can change when ACAMS revises its certification program, so confirm the current eligibility rules on the official exam page before you register.
How do I register for the CKYCA exam?
You can book the ACAMS Association of Certified Anti Money Laundering exam through the official registration channels below:
As for delivery, the exam is offered in the following format: Computer-based online or test center delivery (typically via ACAMS-approved proctoring providers such as Pearson VUE or equivalent platforms depending on region). Choose the option that suits you best when you book your seat.
What official training is recommended for the CKYCA exam?
ACAMS recommends the following training resources for the ACAMS Association of Certified Anti Money Laundering exam:
Official courses build the foundation; the 132 practice questions from Getcertkey then show you how that knowledge is examined, so the two work best together.
Can I try the CKYCA practice questions before I buy?
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What topics are covered in the CKYCA exam?
The ACAMS Association of Certified Anti Money Laundering exam blueprint is organized into 4 domains. The first three are:
- Beneficial Ownership and Corporate Structures
- Ongoing Monitoring and Risk Management
- Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
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 Association of Certified Anti Money Laundering Sample Questions:
Question 1
What corporate vehicles can a money launderer hide behind, where it is difficult to identify the beneficial owner? (SELECT 4)
A. Private investment companies.
B. Shell companies.
C. Sole Proprietors.
D. Regulated investment advisors
E. Trusts.
Question 2
If you need to reach out to the client for more information and/or verification regarding the Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) Process. should the KYC employee reach out directly to the client themselves and not the a relationship manager or equivalent.
A. FALSE.
B. TRUE.
Question 3
In regards to ongoing CDD, financial institutions should ensure:
A. they apply a risk-based approach on the frequency of customer profile reviews.
B. a yearly review of information they maintain on all customers for consistency and efficiency.
C. a thorough CDD process during customer onboarding so that periodic reviews are unnecessary.
D. the customer profile is reviewed prior to every transaction in order to make sure the information is unchanged or current.
Question 4
A bank's business team has developed a new strategy, which includes the introduction of prepaid cards as a new high-risk product offering. The compliance team has proposed to impose a monetary limit on each prepaid card and limit the offering to the existing customers of the bank only. Which best describes the risk impact of the controls proposed by the compliance team?
A. Inherent risk will decrease.
B. Residual risk will increase.
C. Residual risk will decrease.
D. Inherent risk will increase
Question 5
What risk increases with non-face-to-face business relationships or transactions, or when payments are sent to or received from unknown or unassociated third parties.
A. Remittance Risk
B. Financial Crime Risk.
C. Operational Risk.
D. Channel Risk
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: A,B,C,E | Question 2 Answer: A | Question 3 Answer: A | Question 4 Answer: C | Question 5 Answer: D |


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