Financial Services Fraud Certificate Program
Overview
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Description
Created by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) and Mission Omega, the Financial Services Fraud Certificate Program will help you combat fraud in the financial services industry.
Through seven modules and 15 lessons, you will receive in-depth instruction of financial services concepts. In addition to an overview of the industry, you will learn how to create positive interactions with customers that combine effective service with protection from potential fraud.
Additionally, this certificate program contains vital information about several fraud-specific topics, including:
- A fraud risk management overview.
- Descriptions of common schemes and red flags.
- Applicable U.S. laws and regulations.
- How you can prevent and detect a variety of fraud schemes and scams.
After completing the program and earning your certificate, you will receive a digital badge that is a secure means of storing, publishing and promoting your accomplishment online. Learn more about ACFE certificate program digital badges.
Prerequisites
None
You Will Learn How To:
Outline the structure and functions of the financial services industry and common money movement mechanisms.
Identify key fraud types affecting financial institutions and recognize early warning signs.
Recognize the core components of fraud prevention, detection and resolution programs.
Analyze fraud risk using lifecycle-based analytics and common fraud metrics.
Apply customer service best practices when dealing with fraud-related incidents.
Evaluate the impact of cyber-enabled fraud and apply effective mitigation strategies.
Navigate the regulatory landscape and fraud-related compliance requirements.
What's Included?
The Financial Services Fraud Certificate Program contains seven modules and 15 lessons:
Module 1
- Lesson 1: Financial Services Overview
- Lesson 2: Basic Financial Services Money Movement
- Lesson 3: Customer Interaction
Module 2
- Lesson 4: Fraud Risk Management Overview
Module 3
- Lesson 5: Fraud Types
- Lesson 6: Fraud Warning Signs (Red Flags)
Module 4
- Lesson 5: Prevention
- Lesson 6: Detection
- Lesson 7: Resolution
- Lesson 8: Fraud Analytics by Life Cycle
Module 5
- Lesson 11: Cyber-Enabled Fraud
- Lesson 12: Consumer Lending Fraud
- Lesson 13: Commercial Fraud Risk
Module 6
- Lesson 14: Regulatory Compliance Landscape
Module 7
- Lesson 15: Customer Experience
Upon completing the Financial Services Fraud Certificate Program, you will receive a digital badge that you can add to your LinkedIn profile to share your accomplishment with others.
CPE Information
| CPE Credit: | 6 |
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| NASBA Information: | Specialized Knowledge |
| Advance Preparation: | None |
| Last Updated: | December 2025 |
| Delivery Method: | QAS Self-Study |
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the Financial Services Fraud Certificate Program a replacement for becoming a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)?
No.
The Financial Services Fraud Certificate Program is designed to help you understand a broad range of concepts related to working in financial services, increase your knowledge of fraud within the industry and give you the ability to market this to current or prospective employers.
The Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential is designed to recognize trained professionals who possess a unique set of diverse skills in preventing, detecting and investigating fraud. To earn the CFE credential, you must meet eligibility requirements and complete the significant undertaking of passing the rigorous CFE Exam. Completing an ACFE certificate program does not count toward meeting the eligibility requirements to become a CFE.
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How can I promote that I’ve earned the certificate after completing the program?
Upon completing the program, you will receive a certificate of completion that you can download and share. Within 5-7 business days you will also receive a digital badge that you can add to your LinkedIn profile. Learn more about the digital badge.
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What are the requirements for earning the certificate and digital badge?
To earn the certificate and digital badge for this program, you must receive a passing score (70% or higher) on the final exam within one year of purchase. You will have three attempts per exam to achieve a passing score.
Should you not pass the final exam after three attempts you may re-enroll in the certificate program by contacting ACFE Member Services and paying a $125 Certificate Program Re-Enrollment Fee. Once paid, any exam you had not previously passed will be reset to allow three attempts to receive a passing score.
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How long will I have to complete the certificate program?
You will have one year from your purchase date to complete the certificate program. After one year from your purchase date, you will no longer be able to access the certificate program or the lessons contained within the certificate program. If you have not completed the certificate program within one year of purchase, you can re-enroll in the certificate program by contacting ACFE Member Services and paying a $125 Certificate Program Re-Enrollment Fee to receive an additional year to complete the certificate program.
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How can I provide this training for my team, department or organization?
If you are interested purchasing this training for 10 or more individuals at your organization, please contact GroupTraining@ACFE.com to learn more.
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Will I earn Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits for completing the Financial Services Fraud Certificate Program?
Yes. To earn this certificate, you will need to pass the final exam with a score of 70% or higher within three attempts. Passing the final exam will provide you with 6 NASBA-approved CPE credits.
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Does the certificate expire?
The certificate does not expire. Once you've earned it, you have it for life.
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What do I need to do to maintain the certificate?
Unlike the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential which does have requirements to be maintained, the Financial Services Fraud Certificate does not require maintenance.
The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
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