What does a Cannabis Banking Professional mean and why is it useful?
With FinCen still reporting that over 700 banks and credit unions now serve the U.S. cannabis industry, unbiased education has become one of the TOP needs sought by those institutions across the nation. With some states now into legal cannabis for almost a decade, the need for expanding education on the financial and banking elements of cannabis banking has become more important. The American Cannabis Bankers Association is pleased to step up to meet that demand with the ADVANCED Cannabis Banking Professional Certification!
Who should consider taking an Advanced Cannabis Banking certification?
With many professionals having already been involved in cannabis banking for more than 2 or 3 years, the need for advanced training is greater than ever. The new and exclusive Advanced Cannabis Banking Professional Certification (CBPA) from the ACBA focuses on the more complex challenges and regulatory considerations for continuing to bank and service cannabis-related businesses. This certification from the ACBA is intended for professionals who have already mastered the Foundational Elements of Cannabis Banking and are ready to tackle more complex and ancillary topics impacting their businesses, or bank customers.
What lessons are included in the Advanced Cannabis Banking Professional Certification?
- BSA Compliance in Cannabis Banking: Fundamentals and Updates
- Federal Cannabis Reform in 2024
- Beyond the Checking Account – Treasury Services for CRBs
- Cannabis Customer Experience: Service IS Your Brand
- Marketing Strategies for Cannabis Bankers
- Performing High Risk Reviews and Onsite Visits to CRBs
- Cannabis Audits: Best Practices and Red Flags
- Cannabis Technology Trends: Enhancing Banking Operations and Customer Experience
- Know Your CRB Customer, Secure Your Future
Do I have to finish the certification by a given date?
Never! ACBA training has no arbitrary deadlines for completion as students progress at their own pace. We have busy schedules too and you want to learn when it’s convenient for you! Each class finishes with a brief quiz and requires 80% completion for success. The class modules are videos along with handout(s). You can start, stop and resume at your leisure. You may also retake any prior class for knowledge retention and/or to achieve the passing requirement. Upon completion you may print a certificate of completion good for two years from date of issuance. Renewal is easy and when the time comes, you will only have to pay a small fee of $195 and complete any additional or revised elements since you were last certified. It’s that simple!