Question 1

How many CCAS practice questions are there?

Accepted Answer

165 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free CCAS sample questions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. 12 sample questions are free; 6 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

Accepted Answer

Every CCAS question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does CCAS cover?

Accepted Answer

Cryptoassets and Blockchain (30%), AML Foundations for Cryptoassets and Blockchain (35%), Risk Management Programs for Cryptoassets and Blockchain (35%).

Question 5

What is the ACAMS CCAS certification?

Accepted Answer

The ACAMS Certified Cryptoasset Anti-Financial Crime Specialist (CCAS) is a specialist-level certification that validates a professional's ability to manage financial crime risks related to crypto and digital assets. It demonstrates expertise in applying AML/CFT controls, assessing risks, and navigating complex regulations in the digital asset space. CCAS was launched in October 2022 and is designed for compliance professionals, law enforcement, regulators, and consultants working in or…

Question 6

How many questions are on the CCAS exam and what is the passing score?

Accepted Answer

The CCAS exam contains 100 questions consisting of both multiple choice (select one answer) and multiple select (select all that apply) question types. The exam duration is 175 minutes. The minimum passing score is 80%. Candidates receive their results immediately at the conclusion of the test as a pass or fail outcome.

Question 7

What are the eligibility requirements to take the CCAS exam?

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To be eligible for the CCAS exam, candidates must have an active ACAMS membership, present evidence of 40 eligibility credits (earned through education, professional experience, and training), and complete the three core CCAS certificate courses. The program assumes approximately 18 months to two years of anti-financial crime (AFC) experience, though direct crypto sector experience is desirable but not a strict prerequisite. Understanding the financial crime framework is considered more…

Question 8

How much does the CCAS certification cost?

Accepted Answer

The CCAS certification package costs US$1,995 for private sector professionals and US$1,495 for public sector professionals. This includes a study guide (PDF), flashcards, three core eLearning courses, a practice exam, and the certification exam. Adding the Virtual Classroom Series bundle costs US$2,395 (private sector) or US$1,995 (public sector), saving up to US$195. Additional options include a standalone Virtual Classroom add-on at US$595, exam retake at US$299, and exam extension at…

Question 9

What topics does the CCAS exam cover?

Accepted Answer

The CCAS exam covers three main domains: (1) Cryptoassets and Blockchain (30%) covering blockchain mechanics, cryptoasset types, wallets, VASPs, and blockchain analytics; (2) AML Foundations for Cryptoassets and Blockchain (35%) covering financial crime typologies in crypto (money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, sanctions evasion, cybercrime), risk categories, compliance controls, KYC, transaction monitoring, and SAR reporting; and (3) Risk Management Programs for Cryptoassets and…

Question 10

How long is the CCAS certification valid and what is required to recertify?

Accepted Answer

The CCAS certification is valid for three years. To recertify, professionals must earn 30 recertification credits over the three-year period, with a minimum of 15 credits from ACAMS training or events. An active ACAMS membership must be maintained. Recertification fees range from US$200 (early bird, submitted by October 1), US$250 (standard, by December 15), to US$300 (late, by March 31 of the following year). Each certification held (e.g., CAMS and CCAS) must be recertified separately.

Question 11

What is the difference between CAMS and CCAS certifications?

Accepted Answer

The CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) certification is an established global qualification covering the key principles of money laundering prevention across traditional financial services. The CCAS certification covers those same AML/CFT principles but specifically in the context of the cryptoasset sector, including blockchain technology, virtual asset service providers, and crypto-specific financial crime typologies. A CAMS-certified professional may find CCAS valuable to…

Question 12

Can I take the CCAS exam online or only at a testing center?

Accepted Answer

The CCAS exam can be taken either at a Pearson VUE testing center or via online proctoring, providing flexibility to fit your schedule and location. Once your application is approved, you receive instructions by email to access a scheduling tool where you can select your preferred testing method, date, and time. You have six months from the date of payment to schedule and take the exam.

Question 13

What study materials are included with the CCAS exam package?

Accepted Answer

The CCAS exam package includes eLearning courses covering all three core domains, a downloadable study guide in PDF format, flashcards, review questions, a post-assessment, and a practice exam available in two versions (with and without answers revealed). The practice exam can be retaken as many times as needed. Optional preparation includes a Virtual Classroom Series with six weekly live online sessions led by ACAMS experts, as well as bootcamps and prep seminars at ACAMS events.

Question 14

Who should consider getting the CCAS certification?

Accepted Answer

The CCAS certification is designed for AML and AFC professionals managing financial crime risks related to crypto and digital assets, organizations providing services to or governing the crypto sector, consultants advising on cryptoasset compliance, and governmental entities including law enforcement, regulators, and examiners overseeing the crypto space. Applicable job titles include AML/KYC analysts, transaction monitoring analysts, AML investigators and officers, fraud investigators, chief…

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01Exam format175 min · 1005

02Registration$1,995 · Pearson VUE, online proctoring3

03Validity3 years2

04In our question bankv1 (165)

What CCAS covers

01Cryptoassets and Blockchain30%4 topics

1.1Blockchain FundamentalsUnderstand how a blockchain works, what cryptoassets are, and how mining generates coins5 obj.

1.2Types of Cryptoassets and Virtual Asset Service ProvidersDistinguish between different types of cryptoassets and virtual asset service providers5 obj.

1.3Transactions, Wallets, and Blockchain MechanicsExplain how transactions occur on the blockchain, their purpose, and the types of wallets involved4 obj.

1.4Blockchain Analytics, Tracing, and AttributionUse analytics to mitigate blockchain risks and support cryptoasset tracing and attribution4 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesBlockchain transaction tracing · Confusing public and private blockchains in terms of transparency

02AML Foundations for Cryptoassets and Blockchain35%4 topics

03Risk Management Programs for Cryptoassets and Blockchain35%4 topics