Certified Cryptocurrency Compliance Specialist

The Certified Cryptocurrency Compliance Specialist (CCCS) is a specialized certification designed for compliance officers, regulators, auditors, and fintech leaders who operate in or oversee the cryptocurrency sector.

With the rise of Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins, NFTs, DeFi, and Web3 platforms, regulators worldwide are demanding stronger compliance measures from Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs). This certification provides participants with the knowledge and tools to implement robust AML/CFT frameworks, design effective KYC/CDD/EDD processes, and use blockchain analytics to detect and prevent financial crime.

Core Learning Modules

• Cryptocurrency & Blockchain Essentials

  • Fundamentals of cryptocurrencies, exchanges, wallets, and DeFi ecosystems

  • Blockchain mechanics, tracing transactions, and identifying risk patterns

• Regulatory Frameworks for Crypto

  • FATF Travel Rule, EU MiCA, FinCEN, SEC, and global crypto compliance standards

  • Regional regulations and supervisory expectations for VASPs

• KYC/CDD/EDD for Crypto Businesses

  • Onboarding processes for customers and institutional clients

  • High-risk indicators, beneficial ownership, and risk categorization

• Crypto Transaction Monitoring & Reporting

  • Detecting suspicious activity in crypto transactions

  • Filing SARs/STRs with regulators and cooperating with FIUs

• Sanctions, Fraud & Cybercrime in Crypto

  • Wallet screening, cross-border transfers, and sanctions compliance

  • Mitigating risks from ransomware, darknet markets, and fraud schemes

• Technology & RegTech in Crypto Compliance

  • Using blockchain analytics platforms and AI tools for monitoring

  • Integrating compliance technology into crypto businesses

• Ethics & Governance in Crypto Markets

  • Building compliance culture in exchanges and fintechs

  • Balancing innovation, investor protection, and regulatory expectations

Who Should Enroll

• Compliance Officers & AML Specialists

• Crypto Exchange Operators & VASP Executives

• Regulators & Policymakers

• Risk Managers & Internal Auditors

• Legal & Advisory Professionals in blockchain/fintech

Certification Benefits

• Recognition as a Certified Cryptocurrency Compliance Specialist (CCCS)

• Deep expertise in cryptocurrency AML/CFT regulations and practices

• Competitive edge in the fintech, crypto, and RegTech sectors

• Ability to design and manage compliance programs for VASPs and crypto firms

• Enhanced credibility with regulators and global compliance bodies