All Wake Tech campuses are closed Monday, March 16, 2026, due to forecasts of severe weather. Although the college is on spring break, many non-degree classes are still held this week. Students taking non-degree classes in person should check with their instructors for more information. Online non-degree classes continue as scheduled. Many Wake Tech student services, including Admissions and Advising, are available online at virtualsupport.waketech.edu. Wake Tech employees who can work remotely should do so.
The Financial Crimes Specialist Certificate equips individuals with the skills to use banking systems to investigate and analyze transaction data, ensuring compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations.
Students gain knowledge in compiling and distributing monthly reports on BSA/AML compliance across banking networks and conducting investigations of financial transactions to detect potential illicit activity. They also gain experience reviewing, updating and maintaining internal policies and procedures, including annual revisions to the bank operations manual.
Program graduates are prepared individuals for employment in the following positions: