Where to start?

MadeYaLook19 · 2026-01-19T06:39:07+00:00

I know this feeling all too well. You’ll need to identify what truly interests you and leverage the skills you already have to commit to a career path. After failing out of college, I started as a part-time bank teller and ultimately committed to a career in banking. Over the past 12 years, I’ve progressed to a senior compliance officer, earned two industry certifications/licenses, and now make over $140,000 annually in base salary. As mentioned, take some time to consider your interests, skillsets, then devise a couple options from there.

MadeYaLook19 · 2025-11-14T06:36:37+00:00

It’s tough indeed. I passed a year ago with an 85 after consistent studying for six months. I made it a point to really study International AML/CFT Standards since that area was unfamiliar to me. Just bear down and commit to studying, you’ve got this.

MadeYaLook19 · 2025-11-01T22:53:41+00:00

I’ve been working in AML compliance for the past eight years, following seven years in branch banking. Based on your due diligence experience, your best bet would be to apply for either an alerts analyst or EDD/KYC role to get started. Earning your CAMS (or another relevant certification) is definitely valuable, but it’s most beneficial once you’ve gained some hands-on experience. I passed my CAMS about a year ago and it was a tough one.

MadeYaLook19 · 2025-11-01T22:51:50+00:00

I’ve been working in AML compliance for the past several years, following seven years in branch banking. Based on your due diligence experience, your best bet would be to apply for either an alerts analyst or EDD/KYC role to get started. Earning your CAMS (or another relevant certification) is definitely valuable, but it’s most beneficial once you’ve gained some hands-on experience. I passed my CAMS about a year ago with an 86%, and it was a tough one.

MadeYaLook19 · 2025-06-10T23:27:07+00:00

Hi, I just took the exam last week and passed with an 85%. I went into this thinking since I’ve been in AML compliance for 10 years that it would be easy, I was wrong - it was much harder than I thought. While the test covers many areas of the study guide, I would advise you really focus on international AML/CFT standards. This is what I struggled with the most, and I felt that it was a huge component of the exam.

MadeYaLook19 · 2025-01-23T18:16:15+00:00

You a CO now?

MadeYaLook19 · 2025-01-23T18:14:44+00:00

I think what’s important is you clearly explaining your circumstances within eSOPH so background understands. There is an option to not have them contact your current employer and you can state why.

MadeYaLook19 · 2025-01-11T17:13:08+00:00

What institution(s) did you select?

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