Description
The C2AO – Certified Crypto AML Officer™ is a globally reocgnized crypto AML certification program designed for AML, compliance, and risk management professionals in the crypto and fintech sectors. This certification provides advanced, practical training on anti-money laundering (AML) frameworks, typologies, and risk mitigation strategies specific to virtual assets (VAs) and virtual asset service providers (VASPs) worldwide.
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Accreditation
✅ Accredited by ONRIGA
✅ Blockchain-verified certificate
✅ Globally Recognized and Accepted in 180+ Countries
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What You Will Learn
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Implement AML frameworks tailored for crypto businesses and DeFi platforms
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Detect and investigate suspicious crypto transactions using blockchain analytics
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Apply FATF, FinCEN, and MiCA AML guidelines for virtual assets
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Manage sanctions, PEP screening, and high-risk jurisdiction exposure
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Design and implement robust AML/CFT compliance programs
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Prepare and report suspicious transaction reports (STRs/SARs) for regulatory authorities
Course Modules
Module 1 – Global AML Foundations in the Crypto Industry
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Evolution of AML regulations in traditional vs. virtual finance
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FATF Recommendations 1–2 and 10–21: Crypto relevance
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Global AML frameworks: FinCEN, FCA, MAS, VARA, and MiCA
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Key AML definitions for blockchain and VASP entities
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Case Study: Regulatory actions against major crypto firms
Module 2 – Risk-Based Approach and AML Program Design
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Building an AML program for exchanges, wallets, and DeFi projects
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Identifying inherent and residual crypto risks
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AML governance structure: MLRO and Compliance Officer roles
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Risk matrices and mitigation strategies for VASPs
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Institutional AML framework examples
Module 3 – Customer Due Diligence & Screening in Crypto AML
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CDD, EDD, and ongoing monitoring for crypto clients
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Identifying UBOs and shell structures through blockchain patterns
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Screening wallets, tokens, and counterparties
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High-risk indicators: PEPs, sanctions, and darknet exposure
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Automating screening with RegTech and KYT tools
Module 4 – Transaction Monitoring and Crypto Typologies
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Blockchain tracing: unmasking high-risk patterns
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Common typologies: mixers, tumblers, privacy coins, and chain-hopping
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Red flags for terrorist financing and ransomware in crypto
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Case Study: Investigating a cross-chain laundering scheme
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Integrating KYT (Know Your Transaction) systems with AML processes
Module 5 – Sanctions, Reporting, and International Cooperation
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Managing global sanctions across OFAC, EU, and UN lists
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Identifying sanctions evasion tactics in crypto
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STR/SAR preparation and escalation procedures
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Information sharing with FIUs (Egmont Group)
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FATF Travel Rule compliance and reporting alignment
Module 6 – Audits, Governance, and Enforcement in AML for VASPs
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Conducting internal AML audits and regulatory readiness reviews
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Responding to regulator inquiries and enforcement actions
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Global AML enforcement trends: SEC, FCA, MAS, DOJ, VARA
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Designing AML training and culture for crypto compliance teams
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ONRIGA audit-ready AML checklist and certification best practices
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Exam & Certification Details
Format: 100 MCQs
Duration: 90 minutes
Passing Score: 75%
Attempts: 2 included
Validity: 2 years (Renewal 20% fee)
