HCMC and BoG
Certifications
ATHEX offers you the opportunity to take exams for obtaining certifications from the Hellenic Capital Market Commission and the Bank of Greece, or to renew your existing certifications, which require renewal every five years.
The process for obtaining or renewing these certifications involves the following steps:
- Contacting the Hellenic Capital Market Commission or the Bank of Greece respectively and submitting your application
- Approval of your participation in the certification exams and communication of the list of participants to the Athens Stock Exchange by the respective organization
- Attending the training seminars in the case of certification renewal
- Participation in the Athens Stock Exchange exams
Preparatory seminars for obtaining the certification
Athens Exchange Group organizes specialized preparatory seminars for certifications issued by the Hellenic Capital Market Commission and the Bank of Greece. For your proper preparation, we offer twelve-hour online seminars. During the course, you will receive guidance, educational material, and substantial knowledge to be adequately prepared for the exams and meet the requirements of your desired job position.
Upon request and upon reaching the required number of participants, preparatory seminars are conducted for all certifications (α1), (α2), (β1), (β), (γ), (δ), (ε), (στ1), and (στ2) issued by the Hellenic Capital Market Commission and the Bank of Greece.
Training seminars for the renewal of certification validity
The Athens Stock Exchange Group offers seven-hour training seminars covering the necessary topics for the renewal of certificates (α1-δ), (ε), (στ1), and (στ2) issued by the Hellenic Capital Market Commission and the Bank of Greece. These renewal seminars are conducted online, while the exams require in-person attendance.
To participate in the online training seminars, you must first submit an application along with the required documents to either the Hellenic Capital Market Commission or the Bank of Greece, depending on which authority issued your certificate. More information is available on the websites of the two authorities: www.hcmc.gr and www.bankofgreece.gr.
After completing the seminars, participants must attend the Athens Stock Exchange in person to take a written comprehension test. This test consists of 30 multiple-choice questions and has a duration of one (1) hour. The passing score is 60% of the total questions.
Upon successfully completing the training seminars, a certificate of completion will be issued.
Certification Exams - Available only in Greek
Certification exams for the suitability of individuals providing services, in accordance with Article 93 of Law 4514/2018.
A relevant announcement will be issued regarding the upcoming certification exams.