Blockchain and Digital Assets Certificate | AICPA
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Official AICPA & CIMA Blockchain and Digital Assets Fundamentals Certificate — 5 CPE credits of online self-study. Helps accounting and finance professionals understand blockchain, digital assets, wallets, Bitcoin, stablecoins, DeFi, regulation, security risks and accounting implications in a practical business context — no coding background needed. Eduyush is an official AICPA & CIMA channel partner serving learners worldwide, with prices displayed in your regional currency at checkout.
5 CPE credits · NASBA: Information Technology · Basic level · No prerequisite · Online self-study · 1-year access · SKU BLDAF24SSO
Key takeaways
- Official course title: Blockchain and Digital Assets Fundamentals Certificate (product number BLDAF24SSO)
- CPE value: 5 CPE credits in the NASBA field of study: Information Technology
- Level and prerequisite: Basic level, no prerequisite — no technical coding background needed
- Covers: blockchain infrastructure, wallets, Bitcoin, stablecoins, DeFi, regulation, and accounting and disclosure considerations
- No digital badge: The official page does not state a digital badge — you earn 5 CPE credits on completion
- Format and access: Online CPE self-study with 1 year of access after purchase date
What is the Blockchain and Digital Assets Fundamentals Certificate?
This is an AICPA & CIMA online CPE self-study program for accounting and finance professionals. AICPA & CIMA categorise it as CPE self-study. It covers blockchain infrastructure, digital asset characteristics, wallets, Bitcoin, stablecoins, DeFi, digital asset regulations, and accounting and disclosure considerations.
Blockchain and digital assets are now part of conversations around finance operations, audit evidence, treasury risk, tax reporting, asset custody and regulatory compliance. This certificate gives non-technical professionals a structured way to understand the concepts before advising clients or supporting internal business decisions.
Official course facts
| Course item | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Official title | Blockchain and Digital Assets Fundamentals Certificate |
| Provider | AICPA & CIMA |
| Format | CPE Self-study, Online |
| CPE credits | 5 CPE |
| NASBA field of study | Information Technology |
| Level | Basic |
| Prerequisite | None |
| Authors | AICPA and CIMA staff |
| Digital badge | Not stated on the official product page |
| Availability | 1 year after purchase date with full paid access |
| Product number | BLDAF24SSO |
| Official source | AICPA & CIMA course page |
Who provides what
| Role | Organisation |
|---|---|
| Course provider | AICPA & CIMA (Association of International Certified Professional Accountants) |
| Authorised reseller and purchase support | Eduyush |
Who should take this certificate?
Best for accounting and finance professionals who need to understand blockchain and digital assets from a business, risk, reporting and compliance perspective — not from a coding perspective.
| Learner profile | Fit | Why it helps |
|---|---|---|
| Accountant | Strong fit | Understand how digital assets affect accounting, disclosure, record-keeping and controls. |
| Auditor | Strong fit | Build literacy around blockchain transactions, wallets, security risks and evidence. |
| Tax professional | Strong fit | Recognise digital asset trends that affect tax reporting and compliance discussions. |
| Finance leader | Good fit | Understand where blockchain, stablecoins, DeFi and digital assets influence finance strategy. |
| Learner wanting deep technical blockchain development | Different course | This is a business-focused fundamentals course, not a coding or development course. |
What you learn
Learners study three practical areas — blockchain fundamentals, digital asset basics, and trends in the digital asset landscape. The focus is not coding; it is understanding the technology well enough to recognise opportunities, risks, controls, regulatory questions and accounting implications.
Blockchain fundamentals
History, infrastructure, key features, core principles, consensus mechanisms, blockchain types and transaction stages.
Digital asset basics
Characteristics and operational features, regulatory and security considerations, risks and benefits, categories and safe storage.
Digital asset trends
Regulatory and legal position, stablecoin regulation, financial reporting, asset management, new products and sustainability.
Accounting and tax implications
Disclosure considerations and digital asset taxation relevant to finance professionals.
How blockchain and digital assets apply in finance work
Finance professionals need blockchain literacy because digital assets affect how value is stored, transferred, verified, reported and controlled — even when a business does not directly hold cryptoassets, its customers, vendors, investors or clients may raise questions around digital asset risk.
| Business situation | Why it matters | Certificate connection |
|---|---|---|
| A company holds digital assets | Custody, wallets, valuation, control risks and reporting implications. | Digital asset basics and accounting disclosures |
| An auditor reviews blockchain records | Blockchain data may be visible, but completeness, ownership and control reliability still need assessing. | Blockchain infrastructure and transaction stages |
| A client asks about stablecoins | Regulation, counterparty risk, liquidity, settlement and reporting treatment. | Stablecoins and digital asset regulations |
| A business evaluates DeFi exposure | Smart contracts, liquidity risk, platform risk and new product structures. | DeFi trends and digital asset risk |
| A tax team reviews digital asset activity | Tax reporting and documentation questions requiring careful analysis. | Taxation of digital assets |
What this certificate is — and is not
| This certificate is | This certificate is not |
|---|---|
| Professional self-study CPE education | A certificate program with a digital badge |
| 5 NASBA CPE credits in Information Technology | A blockchain-development or coding course |
| Business-focused blockchain and digital asset literacy | Investment, trading or financial advice |
| Basic-level learning, no prerequisite | An advanced or highly technical course |
| AICPA & CIMA learning | Eduyush-created course content |
Why buy this certificate through Eduyush?
Eduyush is an authorised reseller of selected AICPA & CIMA learning products, serving learners worldwide. Prices are displayed in your regional currency at checkout, and the Eduyush team processes your enrolment so the activation email comes directly from AICPA within 1–2 working days.
Eduyush support includes
- Regional pricing support where available for eligible learners, with checkout in your local currency
- Enrolment processed by the Eduyush team — AICPA activation email within 1–2 working days
- Guidance on whether this certificate fits your accounting, audit, tax or finance role
- Activation and access guidance after purchase
- Support for teams and firms buying multiple AICPA & CIMA learning products
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FAQs on the Blockchain and Digital Assets Fundamentals Certificate
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. AICPA & CIMA list this certificate as Basic level with no prerequisites. It suits accounting and finance professionals who want foundational blockchain and digital asset knowledge without a technical coding background.
How many CPE credits does it provide?
The official page lists 5 CPE credits in the Information Technology field of study. Learners should check their own professional body rules before claiming credit.
Does it cover cryptocurrency?
Yes. It covers digital assets, Bitcoin, wallets, stablecoins, DeFi, digital asset regulations and the accounting and disclosure implications of digital assets.
Is it useful for auditors?
Yes. Auditors can use it to understand blockchain transaction stages, wallet risks, digital asset custody, security considerations and the limits of relying only on blockchain records without broader audit evidence.
Does it include a digital badge?
No. The official AICPA & CIMA page lists it as a certificate but does not state a digital badge. You earn 5 CPE credits on completion.
Who benefits most?
Accountants, auditors, tax professionals and personal financial planners — and finance leaders who want to understand digital assets before advising clients or making internal decisions.
How soon do I get access after buying through Eduyush?
After you enrol through Eduyush, the Eduyush team processes your enrolment and the activation email comes directly from AICPA within 1 to 2 working days. This is a digital product, so no physical materials are shipped, and access lasts 1 year from purchase.
Last verified: Official AICPA course facts checked on 13 July 2026 against the official AICPA & CIMA product page. Details may change. Learners should verify pricing, access, CPE eligibility and course availability before purchase.
