Basic Compliance & Ethics Academy

Build the knowledge and practical skills needed to confidently support and manage a compliance and ethics program

The Basic Compliance & Ethics Academy is designed to help professionals strengthen their understanding of compliance program fundamentals and apply those concepts to real-world situations. Whether you are new to compliance or expanding your responsibilities, this immersive program will help you build the foundation needed to support an effective compliance and ethics program within your organization.

What you’ll gain

By attending the Academy, you will:

• Develop a clear understanding of the core elements of an effective compliance and ethics program
• Learn how to identify and mitigate compliance risks within your organization
• Gain practical tools to implement policies, training, monitoring, and program oversight
• Build confidence in supporting or managing compliance initiatives
• Connect with instructors and peers facing similar compliance challenge

Learn by doing

The Academy experience is highly interactive, with a focus on applied learning and real-world problem solving.

Experienced instructors guide participants through a structured curriculum while facilitating:

• Small-group discussions
• Practical case studies
• Interactive exercises
• Peer learning and collaboration

With limited class sizes, participants have ample opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and apply concepts in a supportive learning environment.

Core topics covered

The Academy curriculum explores key elements of compliance program management, including:

• Compliance policies and procedures
• Education and training programs
• Risk assessment strategies
• Auditing and monitoring activities
• Evaluating program effectiveness
• Incentives and disciplinary considerations
• Managing conflicts of interest
• Anti-corruption and bribery risks

Become certified

Attendees may earn the live continuing education units (CEUs) needed to sit for the
Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) exam administered by the
Compliance Certification Board.

The optional certification exam is offered on the final day of the Academy. A separate application and registration fee apply.

Included course materials

Participants receive a comprehensive course binder containing all Academy materials on the first day of the program to support learning during and after the event.

Exclusive attendee benefit

Your paid Academy registration also includes a 35% discount on the digital edition of
The Complete Compliance & Ethics Manual.

Contact Member Services for assistance. Offer expires 30 days after the event.

Register early

The Basic Compliance & Ethics Academy is one of SCCE’s most popular educational programs, and sessions often sell out.

Register at least 21 days before the event to take advantage of early-bird savings.

Who should attend

This Academy is ideal for professionals who are responsible for or support compliance activities, including:

• Compliance officers
• Compliance and risk program managers
• Audit managers
• Data privacy specialists
• Compliance attorneys

This academy is especially valuable if you:

• Are new to compliance and need a structured foundation
• Have recently been given compliance responsibilities
• Want to strengthen your organization’s compliance infrastructure