5 Modules

Course Description

Meet Hong Kong Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorist Financing (AML/CFT) obligations with this online training course designed for organisations operating in regulated and higher‑risk industries.

This course enables staff to identify, prevent, and report money laundering and terrorist financing in line with Hong Kong’s AML/CFT regime, including customer due diligence, ongoing monitoring, and suspicious transaction reporting obligations overseen by regulators such as the HKMA, SFC, Insurance Authority, Customs & Excise Department and Companies Registry.

Designed for reporting entities across banking, financial services, lending, securities, payment services, and other designated services in Hong Kong, this course provides practical, role‑appropriate skills and a certificate of completion to support regulatory compliance and audit requirements.

Course Highlights

  • Online, self‑paced AML/CFT training
  • Covers money laundering fundamentals, KYC/CDD, monitoring and reporting obligations
  • Aligned to Hong Kong’s AML/CFT regulatory framework
  • Practical, scenario‑based learning for general staff and specialists
  • Audit‑ready reporting through Salt™ Compliance LMS 
  • Designed for regulated and higher‑risk industries
  • Certificate of completion for compliance and training records

Understanding Anti‑Money Laundering Risks

Money laundering disguises funds obtained through criminal activity so they appear legitimate. Typical sources include fraud, drug trafficking, organised crime, corruption, and terrorism financing.

Globally, trillions of dollars are laundered each year, with a significant proportion occurring across the Asia‑Pacific region. Organisations operating in Hong Kong that provide designated services are exposed to these risks and must implement appropriate AML/CFT controls.

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

Key AML Concepts

Understanding anti‑money laundering is essential to protecting organisations and the integrity of the financial system. Core concepts covered include:

  • Placement, layering, and integration – the three stages of money laundering
  • Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for higher‑risk customers
  • Identifying politically exposed persons (PEPs) and high‑risk jurisdictions
  • Ongoing monitoring and suspicious transaction indicators
  • Terrorist financing risks and offences

Why Compliance Matters

Non‑compliance with Hong Kong’s AML/CFT requirements can lead to:

  • Regulatory enforcement action
  • Criminal and civil penalties
  • Reputational damage
  • Increased exposure to financial crime

Effective training ensures employees understand their obligations, can identify suspicious activity, and know how to respond and report concerns appropriately. A strong AML/CFT training program supports compliance, governance, and risk management across the organisation.

Course Content

Core AML Concepts

  • What money laundering is and why it matters
  • The economic, legal, and reputational impacts of financial crime
  • The three stages of money laundering

Legal and Regulatory Framework

  • Hong Kong’s AML/CFT regime
  • Application of AML/CFT obligations to designated services
  • Roles of regulators and enforcement authorities

Practical Risk Management Skills

  • Conducting customer due diligence and ongoing monitoring
  • Identifying high‑risk customers, transactions, and behaviours
  • Recognising and responding to suspicious matters
  • Understanding tipping‑off offences

Monitoring, Reporting & Terrorist Financing

  • Suspicious transaction and cross‑border reporting obligations
  • Terrorist financing risks and offences
  • Practical reporting guidance for staff and managers

Enterprise Reporting & Compliance Management

Salt™ Compliance LMS Capabilities

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

Decision Framework – Is This the Right AML Course?

Use this course if your organisation requires:

  • AML/CFT training aligned to Hong Kong obligations
  • Staff awareness across regulated or higher‑risk services
  • Practical guidance for identifying and reporting suspicious activity
  • Scalable online delivery with governance and reporting oversight

Professional Development

Completing this course enables staff to:

  • Identify and respond to money laundering and terrorist financing risks
  • Understand their legal and organisational responsibilities
  • Support effective AML/CFT programs
  • Protect the integrity and reputation of the organisation

Anti‑Money Laundering Courses

Book a Demo or Enrol Your Organisation

Strengthen your organisation’s AML/CFT 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 Hong Kong organisations meet AML/CFT obligations, improve staff awareness, and reduce exposure to financial crime.

Designed for all staff levels, it combines practical guidance, regulatory alignment, and audit‑ready reporting to support effective compliance.

  • Module 1: Introduction to money laundering (all staff) 
  • Module 2: The risk of money laundering (managers and specialists) 
  • Module 3: KYC obligations (managers and specialists) 
  • Module 4: Monitoring and reporting obligations (managers and specialists) 
  • Module 5: Terrorist financing (managers and specialists) 

This course is suitable for employees of reporting entities and organisations providing designated services in Hong Kong, including: 

Regulated and Higher‑Risk Industries 

  • Banking and financial services 
  • Lending and credit providers 
  • Securities and derivatives 
  • Payment and stored value facilities 
  • Compliance and risk functions 

Roles That Require AML Training 

  • Compliance officers and AML managers 
  • Risk and governance leaders 
  • Customer‑facing and operational staff 
  • Senior management with AML oversight responsibilities 

The course includes introductory content for general staff and more detailed modules for managers and specialists. 

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™ LMS 

The course provides practical, role‑appropriate knowledge to support AML/CFT compliance and reporting obligations. 

Who should complete AML training in Hong Kong?
Employees of reporting entities and organisations subject to AML/CFT obligations. 

How often should AML training be completed?
Regular refresh training is recommended to keep pace with regulatory changes and emerging risks. 

Does the course cover KYC and customer due diligence?
Yes. The course covers CDD, EDD, beneficial ownership, and ongoing monitoring. 

Does the course include terrorist financing risks?
Yes. Terrorist financing risks and offences are covered in a dedicated module. 

Do learners receive a certificate?
Yes. A certificate of completion is issued for compliance records. 

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

AML Course

$75.00

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Please note

This course is exclusively for organisational clients and is not available for individual purchase.

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