Anti Money Laundering Training for Financial Services Australia

6 Modules

Course Description

Meet Australian Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) obligations with this online training course designed for financial services organisations operating domestically in Australia, including customer‑owned ADIs and other authorised deposit‑taking institutions.

This course provides a practical introduction to money laundering and terrorism financing risks, along with a clear explanation of obligations under the Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorism Financing Act 2006. Significant legislative amendments made in 2024, which come into effect in 2026, are reflected throughout the training.

Designed for reporting entities across banking and financial services, the course equips staff with the knowledge required to understand AML/CTF risks, conduct customer due diligence, and meet AUSTRAC reporting obligations. Learners receive a certificate of completion to support regulatory compliance and audit requirements.

Course Highlights

  • Online, self‑paced AML/CTF training
  • Tailored for Australian financial services and ADIs
  • Covers AML/CTF risks, KYC, monitoring, and reporting
  • Aligned to Australian AML/CTF legislation and AUSTRAC guidance
  • Introductory content for all staff with advanced modules for managers
  • Audit‑ready reporting through Salt™ Compliance LMS
  • Certificate of completion for compliance records

Understanding Anti‑Money Laundering Risks

Money laundering is the process by which funds obtained through criminal activity are given the appearance of having come from a legitimate source. These funds may be linked to drug trafficking, organised crime, terrorism financing, tax evasion, or other serious offences.

In Australia, money laundering is often associated with organised crime and poses significant risks to the integrity of the financial system. Reporting entities must implement appropriate controls to detect, prevent, and report suspicious activity.

Failure to manage money laundering and terrorism financing risks can result in regulatory action, criminal penalties, and serious reputational damage for organisations and individuals.

Key AML Concepts

Understanding anti‑money laundering is essential for protecting financial institutions and the broader economy. Core concepts covered in this course include:

  • The stages of money laundering and terrorism financing
  • Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
  • Identifying beneficial owners, signatories, and agents
  • Politically exposed persons (PEPs) and sanctions obligations
  • Ongoing monitoring and suspicious transaction indicators

Why Compliance Matters

Non‑compliance with Australian AML/CTF obligations can lead to:

  • AUSTRAC enforcement action
  • Civil and criminal penalties
  • Reputational and operational damage
  • Increased exposure to financial crime

Effective AML/CTF training ensures staff understand their responsibilities, can identify suspicious behaviour, and know how to respond appropriately. A strong training program supports governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Course Content

Core AML Concepts

  • Introduction to money laundering and terrorism financing
  • Australia’s AML/CTF laws and regulatory framework
  • The importance of AML/CTF compliance

Customer Due Diligence

  • Conducting customer due diligence
  • Beneficial ownership and discrepancies
  • PEPs, sanctions, and record‑keeping requirements

Ongoing Monitoring

  • Ongoing customer due diligence
  • Transaction monitoring
  • Enhanced due diligence for higher‑risk customers

Reporting to AUSTRAC

  • Overview of reporting obligations
  • Suspicious Matter Reports
  • Threshold Transaction Reports
  • International Value Transfer Reports

AML/CTF for Managers

  • Enrolment with AUSTRAC and annual compliance reporting
  • AML/CTF Programs and risk assessments
  • Independent reviews and personnel due diligence
  • Sector‑specific considerations for mutual and customer‑owned ADIs

Enterprise Reporting and Compliance Management

Salt™ Compliance LMS Capabilities

  • Real‑time training completion tracking
  • Organisation‑wide compliance visibility
  • Audit‑ready reporting for regulators and internal reviews
  • Scalable rollout across teams and business units

Decision Framework – Is This the Right AML Course?

Use this course if your organisation requires:

  • AML/CTF training aligned to Australian legislation
  • Staff awareness across financial services and ADIs
  • Practical guidance on customer due diligence and reporting
  • Scalable online delivery with governance oversight

Professional Development

Completing this course enables staff to:

  • Understand money laundering and terrorism financing risks
  • Meet AML/CTF obligations under Australian law
  • Support effective AML/CTF Programs
  • Protect the organisation and the financial system

Anti‑Money Laundering Courses

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Strengthen your organisation’s AML/CTF compliance with practical, regulator‑aligned training.

Request a demo or enrol your team today. For group bookings or tailored training options, please contact us.

Quick Answer: What Is the Anti‑Money Laundering Course?

This online Anti‑Money Laundering course helps Australian financial services organisations meet AML/CTF obligations by providing staff with a practical understanding of money laundering risks, customer due diligence, and AUSTRAC reporting.

  • Module 1: Introducing AML/CTF (all staff) 
  • Module 2: Money laundering and terrorism financing methodologies (all staff) 
  • Module 3: Customer due diligence (all staff) 
  • Module 4: Ongoing customer monitoring (all staff) 
  • Module 5: Reporting to AUSTRAC (all staff) 
  • Module 6: AML/CTF for managers (specialist roles) 

This course is suitable for employees of Australian reporting entities, including: 

Financial Services and ADIs 

  • Customer‑owned ADIs 
  • Banks and financial institutions 
  • Deposit‑taking institutions operating domestically 
  • Roles Requiring AML Training 
  • Customer‑facing staff 
  • Operational and support teams 
  • Compliance and risk personnel 
  • Managers and specialist roles 

Course Delivery, Duration, and Assessment

  • Online course: 100% self‑paced 
  • Access: Anytime, anywhere 
  • Certification: Certificate of completion issued 
  • Reporting: Audit‑ready compliance records via Salt™ Compliance LMS 

Who should complete AML training in Australia?
Employees of reporting entities subject to Australian AML/CTF obligations. 

Does the course reflect the 2026 AML/CTF changes?
Yes. The course reflects legislative amendments made in 2024 that come into effect in 2026. 

Does the course cover AUSTRAC reporting?
Yes. Suspicious Matter Reports, Threshold Transaction Reports, and other reporting obligations are covered. 

Is this suitable for all staff levels?
Yes. The course includes introductory content for all staff and advanced modules for managers and specialists. 

Are training records suitable for audits?
Yes. Salt™ Compliance LMS provides audit‑ready reporting for internal and regulatory reviews. 

AML Course

$75.00

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