Like other ACAMS certifications, CGSS is maintained through active ACAMS membership and continuing education over a recertification cycle. ACAMS publishes the exact cycle length, credit requirements and fees in the CGSS candidate handbook and on acams.org; check them there, as they can change.
What to expect
- A multi-year recertification cycle (ACAMS uses a three-year cycle for CAMS).
- A minimum number of continuing education credits, part of them from ACAMS training.
- A recertification fee, with lower early-bird pricing.
- Active ACAMS membership throughout.
Good habits
- Collect credits steadily: ACAMS sanctions webinars, conferences, courses, and other relevant training.
- Keep certificates of attendance in one folder.
- Put the deadline in your calendar a year ahead.
Stay current between cycles
Sanctions change fast: new programmes, designations, guidance and enforcement. Our news page summarises the major changes, and our CGSS practice questions are reviewed monthly.
Find out where you stand
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Independent guide, not affiliated with ACAMS. Facts checked November 2026; always confirm on the official website.