FCA Training Courses

FCA regulatory training helps to ensure that employees in regulated financial firms possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviors to perform their roles competently and in compliance with the FCA standards.

FCA regulatory training is required for all employees within financial services firms, particularly those in regulated roles, such as compliance officers, senior managers, and individuals under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). This also applies to those handling client money, investments, or advising on financial products.

Yes, FCA regulatory training is mandatory for financial services firms in the UK. The FCA requires firms to ensure employees are competent in their roles, with ongoing training on relevant rules and regulations, particularly for those under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR).

The FCA requires that firms regularly assess and maintain the competence of their employees. Firms must also consider changes in regulations, products, and market conditions when planning training schedules.

Inadequate training may result in employee incompetency, leading to potential regulatory breaches. Consequences may include enforcement actions, financial penalties, reputational damage, and, in severe cases, revocation of authorization to operate.

ACA have two training options:

Our scheduled FCA training program covers key compliance topics tailored to the UK financial regulatory landscape. Training sessions include:

• Compliance Induction
• Compliance Officer: The role and responsibilities
• Money Laundering Reporting Officer: The role and responsibilities
• Annual update: Senior manager obligations
• Annual compliance training
• Financial crime prevention
• Financial promotions

We also offer tailored training, with courses designed specifically to meet your needs on a topic of your choice. This solution is ideal for accommodating complex scheduling and the demands of busy teams across different jurisdictions, or when training larger groups. Click here to download our course menu or contact us to discuss your specific requirements.

Yes. Our training can be tailored to specific roles, business units, and risk profiles. Whether your staff are compliance officers, investment advisors, senior managers, or operational support, we align the content to role-specific responsibilities and regulatory expectations.

Our training ensures employees understand their regulatory duties under the FCA framework, including the Conduct Rules and Training & Competence requirements. It provides firms with documented evidence of training comprehension and completion, supporting audit readiness and demonstrating compliance with FCA expectations.

We provide training in virtual workshops, in-person seminars, and blended learning options to fit your firm’s preferences. Contact us to learn more and discuss your specific requirements.

Our training stands out for its interactive, practical design. We use real-life case studies, industry scenarios, and assessments to reinforce learning. The material is relevant, engaging, and aligned with job roles, helping employees apply compliance principles confidently in their day-to-day work.

Our regulatory experts monitor changes to FCA rules, guidance, and enforcement trends. We regularly update our training content to reflect these developments, ensuring your teams receive accurate, timely, and actionable insights that support ongoing compliance.

We assist with assessments, program design, deployment, and ongoing support to ensure successful implementation.

Importantly, our support extends beyond training and implementation. We offer advisory, managed services, and regulatory technology solutions to help firms strengthen and maintain compliance frameworks over time. This ensures continued alignment with regulatory expectations and operational resilience.

We use metrics such as knowledge assessments, behavioral observations, feedback surveys, and compliance audits to ensure the training leads to measurable improvements.

Bookings can be made online via our website. Discounts are available on the total cost when booking three or more training sessions at the time of booking. If you have any questions, simply fill out our contact form, and a member of our team will reach out to discuss your needs.