Cryptocurrency Essentials


The Crypto Essentials course is a self-paced, entry-level course covering the basics of cryptocurrency. In this course, learners will study the definition and history of cryptocurrency, how cryptocurrency works as a payment method and who should use it, and best practices to maximize benefits while reducing risk.

This course will launch in the Winter of 2023 but is available for pre-order now. The course is developed by the MRC in partnership with Flexa and peer-reviewed by the MRC Education Committee. If you pre-order today, you will be automatically enrolled in the course once it launches.

Program Details

Program Level: Basic
Program Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
Program Delivery Method: QAS Self Study
*CPE Credits: 1.0
Advanced Preparation and/or Pre-requisites: Non


*Objectives

  • Define cryptocurrency
  • Outline the history of cryptocurrency Describe how cryptocurrency works as a payment method
  • Identify key users of cryptocurrency
  • Evaluate the risks of cryptocurrency
  • Illustrate the benefits of cryptocurrency
  • Define best practices on how to maximize cryptocurrency benefits while reducing risk

*Learning objectives and CPEs are subject to change before the official course launch.

PRE-SALE: The Crypto Currency Essentials course is priced at US$75 for MRC members (plus applicable taxes). Non-members may take the course at the non-member price of US$150 (plus applicable taxes).

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RAPID Edu Accreditation

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RAPID Edu Refund Policy

For the RAPID Edu program self-study courses, refunds and cancellations are determined on a case-by-case basis. Cancellations and requests for refunds must be communicated in writing to programs@merchantriskcouncil.org. Refunds will not be issued once a course is started. Additionally, courses must be completed within one year of the course enrollment date.