Scholarships

About the Cayman Islands Compliance Association and our Scholarships

Scholarships

The CICA scholarship initiative has existed for many years. As one of the primary objectives of the association, the scholarship is awarded to Caymanians who are seeking to develop their compliance skills and further their careers.

The scholarship provides funding for the study and examination process for the CAMS designation through ACAMS or the compliance diploma course offered by the ICA.

Certificate:
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) Designation

Scholarships Offered:
Three

About:
The CAMS Examination is an internationally recognized examination that rigorously tests for aptitude and expertise in anti-money laundering detection, prevention and enforcement. Each person who passes the exam becomes a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist® (CAMS), a designation that denotes one as an authority in the AML field.

Eligibility:
The CAMS Examination requires a minimum of 40 qualifying credits based on education, other professional certification, and professional experience in the anti-money laundering field. For details on the ACAMS credit award system, please visit the ACAMS or CICA website.

Certificate:
ICA Advanced Certificate in Compliance

Scholarships Offered:
Three

About:
This course is suitable for those new to the field of compliance and will help develop a good understanding of compliance fundamentals. This programme will provide practical skills to foster a good compliance culture within your organization.

Eligibility:
Applicants must have a sound educational background and good written English skills. The minimum requirements to be eligible to apply:

(1) at least three years’ work experience in the financial industry, preferably in a AML/KYC role with a minimum of a High School Diploma; and

(2) a named mentor who will assist the recipient with their study.

Application Process

Candidates must submit their resume which demonstrates that the minimum requirements are met for the relevant ACAMS or ICA certificate for which they are applying and a personal statement (not to exceed 1000 words). In addition, applicants must also submit a letter of recommendation from their employer, confirmation of the mentor who will provide guidance during the course of study and proof of Caymanian Status (or equivalent). CICA reserves the right to interview candidates for final selection. Please make submissions to vicepres@cica.ky

Scholarship Recipients

Shakera Mitto

ACAMS

Dave Van Duynhoven

ACAMS

Nadine Gonzales Edano

ICA

Jared Wright

ACAMS

Che Andrews

ICA

Ayarachi Garcia

ACAMS

Congratulations to our 2024 Scholarship Recipient(s) who have passed their exams:

  • Nadine Gonzales Edano – ICA, with Merit
  • Shakera Mitto – CAMS

 

Watch this space for our  2025 scholarship initiative! 

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