ICA Certificate in KYC and CDD

Course level : ICA Certificates

As regulatory expectations increase, knowing your customer is essential. This introductory-level qualification provides a foundation knowledge of KYC and CDD concepts; introduces CDD frameworks and an overview of the practical components of working within the KYC environment.

Suitable for new entrants, compliance professionals, client managers and those involved in managing risk in the CDD process.

This course is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester.

Is this course right for me?

This course has a practical focus and is open to anyone who is interested in the subject. The content of the programme requires students to possess:

Sound educational background
A good understanding of written English

This course is suitable for:

New entrants in CDD roles or those who wish to learn more about CDD
Client managers, project managers, operational staff, middle office and sales assistant
Consultants, audit professionals and anyone whose role involves managing risk in the CDD process

Not sure if this course is right for you? Take this short quiz to find out

What will I learn?

CDD - why bother?
The risk-based approach to CDD
Key CDD concepts
Core KYC frameworks
What it's like working in KYC

Course format

Study in your own time and at your own pace
Course can be completed in as little as 4 weeks but you will have access for up to 3 months
Assessed by a 1 hour online multiple-choice exam
Your results are available immediately
Downloadable certificate to demonstrate your achievement

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Course fees

Course fees


per currency depending on location
GBP (online only)	645
EUR (online only)	711
USD (online only)	840

Course fees stated exclude VAT or local tax, this will be added to your basket at the checkout if applicable.

These fees include a downloadable certificate which you are able to print. Should you require a hard copy posted, there is a fee of £50 plus VAT if applicable.

Discount for Low GDP countries

A 15% discount applies if you are based in one of the countries on this list The discount will be added automatically on the check out page.

Membership Fee: £110* (Associate Membership - you must be an ICA member for the duration of your studies)

*Payable unless you are already an ICA Member.

Exclusive Qualification Discount for ICA Professional and Fellow Members
All ICA Professional and Fellow members are entitled to discounted rates on subsequent qualifications they choose to enrol on:

Professional (MICA) - 10%
Fellow (FICA) – 15%

Simply enter your membership number on enrolment to gain your exclusive discounted rate.

Funding available for students in Singapore

This course is eligible for Financial Training Scheme (FTS) funding.

This scheme is only available for company-sponsored individuals.

*MAS will enhance course fee subsidies up to 70% for locals attending accredited or recognised courses.

*Grant Cap of S$500 per participant per programme

Find out more about funding eligibility and details here.

*Terms and conditions apply

What do our customers say?

“Gave excellent overview and solid foundation to use correctly the industry specific terminology.”

Past student of ICA Certificate in KYC/CDD

"... this course gave me an opportunity to learn specifically on the KYC and CDD process and the different terms and termologies. This was indeed a great experience, and I am sure that this will definitely add some values to my current role and in future"

Past student of ICA Certificate in KYC/CDD

"The hands-on experience, the organization of the materials and the updated course notes were good in my equipping my knowledge on KYC and CDD"

Past student of ICA Certificate in KYC/CDD