Anti-Money Laundering Awareness Course

Included in Plus Delivery: 100% online Approximately 24 minutes of teaching videos, plus welcome, reading and quiz Certificate on Completion

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Money laundering costs the UK economy billions every year. It funds serious organised crime, terrorism, and human trafficking. Every employee has a role to play in stopping it.

This course provides essential awareness training on money laundering for all employees. You'll learn what money laundering is, how to recognise the warning signs, and your responsibilities for reporting suspicious activity under UK law.

Your team will learn about the three stages of money laundering, spot common red flags, and know exactly what to do if they suspect something isn't right.

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Why learn about anti-money laundering?

It's a legal requirement — regulated businesses must ensure staff receive appropriate AML training
Protect your organisation from being used to launder criminal proceeds
Understand reporting duties and potential criminal liability in regulated roles
Learn to recognise warning signs that others might miss
Understand exactly how and when to escalate concerns

Course features

Quick & Focused

Practical lessons help your team recognise and report suspicious activity.

UK Law Focused

Based on the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 and guidance from the National Crime Agency.

Practical Examples

Practical scenarios showing how money laundering happens and which warning signs to consider in context.

Clear Reporting Guidance

Step-by-step guidance on internal reporting and how to avoid the tipping off offence.

Course information

Learning outcomes

Understand what money laundering is and why it matters
Recognise the three stages: placement, layering, and integration
Identify warning signs and red flags in customer behaviour
Know your legal obligations under UK Money Laundering Regulations
Understand when and how to make an internal report
Avoid the tipping off offence

Key topics covered

The three stages: Placement (introducing criminal proceeds), layering (obscuring the trail), integration (using funds that appear legitimate)
Red flags: Unusual transactions, reluctance to provide ID, complex structures, cash-intensive behaviour
Your obligations: Due diligence, record keeping, suspicious activity reporting
The SAR process: Internal reporting, role of the MLRO, National Crime Agency submissions

This course is recommended for

All employees in regulated sectors (financial services, legal, accountancy)
Estate agents and property professionals
High-value dealers
Customer-facing staff who handle transactions
Anyone who needs general AML awareness training

Prerequisites

None — this course is designed as general awareness training suitable for all staff.

Course content

Section 1: Welcome and course information

Start with the course introduction and legal notices.

Lessons

Welcome and Course Information

Section 2: Understanding money laundering

Learn how money laundering works and its three stages.

Lessons

What is Money Laundering?
The Three Stages

Section 3: Recognising the signs

Recognise warning signs and common methods.

Lessons

Spotting Warning Signs
Common Methods

Section 4: Your responsibilities

Understand reporting routes and confidentiality, then complete the final assessment.

Lessons

Reporting Suspicious Activity
Protecting Your Organisation
Course Assessment

How it works

Step 1

Buy course seats

Purchase online using your credit or debit card. You'll be able to login immediately and start learning yourself, or invite your team members to join you.

Step 2

Start learning

Work through the video lessons and final assessment. On completion of the course you'll be issued with a certificate.

Step 3

Stay compliant

Use your certificate as evidence of AML training for compliance and audit purposes. We recommend annual refresher training.

What's included

Training

Distraction-free online learning platform
6 video lessons covering all key topics
End of course quiz (10 questions)

Updates

Access to all course material updates for the length of your access period

Certification

Certificate on completion
Annual refresher training recommended
Suitable for compliance documentation

Course FAQs

Will I get a certificate?

Yes, on completion of the course you will be issued with a digital certificate. Your certificate will be issued immediately after the final assessment is passed and you have marked the course as complete. You can add your certificate to your LinkedIn profile.

Can I buy multiple seats?

Yes, you can purchase multiple seats for your team. Simply select the number of seats you need during checkout. Each team member will receive their own login credentials and can complete the course independently.

Is there a money back guarantee?

Yes, we offer a 14-day 100% money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with the course for any reason, simply contact us within 14 days of purchase for a full refund.

What are the UK Money Laundering Regulations?

The Money Laundering Regulations 2017 (MLR 2017) set out the legal framework for preventing money laundering in the UK. They require regulated businesses to implement controls, conduct due diligence, and report suspicious activity.

Who needs to complete AML training?

All employees in regulated sectors should complete AML awareness training. This includes financial services, legal, accountancy, estate agency, high-value dealers, and other businesses covered by the Money Laundering Regulations.

What is a SAR?

A Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) is a report made to the National Crime Agency when you suspect money laundering. This course covers when and how to make internal reports to your MLRO, who decides whether to file a SAR.

What happens if I tip off a suspect?

Certain disclosures about a suspicious activity report or investigation can be a tipping-off offence when information obtained in regulated business is disclosed in a way likely to prejudice an investigation. The maximum sentence on indictment is two years in prison, a fine, or both. Separate offences can apply to prejudicing an investigation. Follow your organisation's confidentiality and reporting procedures and seek guidance from your nominated officer.