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Graduate Diploma of Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing

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FNS80120

You manage the complex intersection of financial integrity and regulatory compliance through high-level autonomous decision-making and strategic risk assessment. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a recognition pathway for your advanced expertise in AML/CTF programs. Register your interest today to be notified when this qualification becomes available for assessment.

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About This Qualification

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply advanced knowledge and skills in an anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing compliance and management role. Individuals at this level make high level autonomous decisions and use initiative and judgement to plan and implement a range of anti-money laundering and counter terrorism financing management functions in varied contexts. They have full responsibility and accountability for personal outputs and for the work or function of others. They use cognitive and creative skills to review, critically analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge, in order to generate ideas and provide solutions to complex problems. They use communication skills to demonstrate their understanding of theoretical concepts and to transfer knowledge and ideas to others. Licensing/Regulatory Information No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Qualification Code

FNS80120

Training Package

FNS — Financial Services Training Package

AQF Level

Graduate Diploma

Total Units

8 (6 core + 2 elective)

Entry Requirements

Entry to this qualification is limited to those individuals who: have completed a Diploma or Advanced Diploma qualification in related field of study and three years equivalent full-time workplace experience at a banking or financial institution with exposure to transaction processes, controls, and/or client onboarding OR have completed a Bachelor degree in related fields of study or FNS80020 Graduate Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorism Financing, and two years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience at a banking or financial institution with exposure to transaction processes, controls, and/or client onboarding OR have five years equivalent full-time relevant workplace experience at a banking or financial institution with exposure to transaction processes, controls, and/or client onboarding at a significant level of project or program leadership and management responsibility and/or complexity in an enterprise.

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Career Outcomes

According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:

Role	Responsibilities
AML/CTF Compliance Officer	Developing and managing robust processes to monitor, detect, and report suspicious financial activities in line with national legislation.
Risk and Compliance Manager	Overseeing organisational risk frameworks and ensuring high-level adherence to complex financial services regulatory requirements.
Compliance Auditor	Conducting high-level reviews of financial systems to ensure AML/CTF controls are functioning effectively and meeting standards.

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Could RPL Be Right for You?

Experience can be evidence.

RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.

RPL typically involves:

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A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements

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Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency

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Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation

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If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise

ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice

RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.

Our approach:

“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”

What Kind of Experience Counts?

If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:

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Work History & Roles

✓Detailed CV highlighting compliance leadership roles
✓Position descriptions for AML/CTF management functions
✓Employment references verifying high-level accountability

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Program Design & Implementation

✓AML/CTF program frameworks you have authored
✓Implementation plans for compliance systems
✓Strategic reports on organisational vulnerability

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Risk & Reporting Controls

✓Risk assessment methodologies for money laundering
✓Design documents for suspicious transaction reporting
✓Customer due diligence policies and procedures

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Audit & Compliance Records

✓Internal audit reports on AML/CTF effectiveness
✓Records of investigation processes coordinated
✓Compliance breach management protocols

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Governance & Leadership

✓Evidence of leading compliance teams or functions
✓Board reports on financial crime risk and mitigation
✓Minutes from senior management risk committees

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This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this qualification and RPL.

Is the FNS80120 qualification currently available through RPL?▾

We are currently in the process of establishing partnerships with RTOs that deliver this specific Graduate Diploma. While the pathway is not currently active, registering your interest ensures you are the first to be notified when a recognition process is opened.

Why should I register my interest for this qualification?▾

Registering allows us to gauge professional demand and accelerate our partnership discussions with suitable RTOs. It also ensures you receive early access to the free skills review process once the qualification is available for assessment.

Is RPL the same as completing the study?▾

The outcome is identical. Whether you complete the study or undergo a recognition process, you receive the same nationally recognised FNS80120 Graduate Diploma. The difference is that RPL assesses the expertise you have already gained on the job.

What are the entry requirements for this Graduate Diploma?▾

Entry requires a combination of prior qualifications, such as a Diploma or Bachelor degree in a related field, and significant full-time workplace experience in banking or financial institutions with exposure to transaction controls.

How do I demonstrate my competency for a Graduate Diploma?▾

Recognition at this level requires evidence of high-level autonomous decision-making and the ability to design complex compliance programs. You will need to provide documentation such as policies, risk assessments, and strategic reports you have developed.

Related Qualifications

Other qualifications in the Financial Services Training Package.

Advanced Diploma

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