The Certified Gaming Compliance Specialist (CGCS) certification is specifically designed to address the needs of Casing and Gaming compliance professionals. Unlike other financial crime certifications, the CGCS is designed with the needs of the Casino Gaming industry in mind.

The CGCS is particularly relevant for those working in Anti-Money Laundering, Compliance, Compliance Oversight, Fraud, Legal, and Security & Surveillance departments.

The CGCS is suitable for all levels of seniority within the Casino Gaming industry. CGCS holders range from Junior Surveillance Officers to Directors of Compliance.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate their current involvement in the Casino Gaming industry or outline their interest in a career in the Casino Gaming industry.

The Certified Gaming Compliance Specialist (CGCS) certification is designed for those already working in the industry as well as those who are looking to transition into Casino Gaming sector.

There are three options available to obtain the Certified Gaming Compliance Specialist (CGCS) certification.

Option 1 is Self-Study which includes access to our online Learning Management System (LMS) which is accessible on any device and at any time. If you prefer, you also have the option of studying via our PDF Study Guide. Upon successfully passing the exam, an electronic CGCS certificate will be issued along with a paper version sent via mail. You will also be able to use the CGCS postnominal.

Option 2 is Self-Paced, offered jointly with Dalhousie University. Though an online Learning Management System (LMS) take up to 6 months to complete the discussions and assignments. Upon achieving a passing grade in the coursework, you will receive a Dalhousie University Certificate of Completion in “Casino Gaming Investigations” and the Certified Gaming Compliance Specialist (CGCS) certification. An electronic CGCS certificate will be issued along with a paper version sent via mail. You will also be able to use the CGCS postnominal.

Option 3 is Online Blended/Instructor-Led, offered jointly with Dalhousie University. Though an online Learning Management System (LMS) and over 12 weeks (36 hours), you will participate in Group Discussions, Online Quizzes and complete Assignments. Upon achieving a passing grade in the coursework, you will receive a Dalhousie University Certificate of Completion in “Casino Gaming Investigations” and the Certified Gaming Compliance Specialist (CGCS) certification. An electronic CGCS certificate will be issued along with a paper version sent via mail. You will also be able to use the CGCS postnominal.

Courses offered jointly with Dalhousie University do not have an exam, but are assessed via coursework.

For the CGCS Self-Study (Option 1). the course content available on acgcs.online forms the basis of the 100 question multiple-choice certification exam.

The recommended study time is between 30-40 hours.

There is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to studying for the certification. Using acgcs.online, you can study at your own pace and take the exam when you are ready - at the time you are best prepared.

The CGCS exam is taken directly through acgcs.online at a time and date of your choosing.

There are no recertification or ongoing CPD requirements for the Certified Gaming Compliance Specialist (CGCS) certification.

As a Certified Gaming Compliance Specialist, you are expected to keep up-to-date with developments in the industry through your own knowledge building and taking advantage of CGCS publications and webinars.

To purchase the Certified Gaming Compliance Specialist (CGCS) certification package, follow the Registration link on this page.