The Institute of Counter Fraud Specialists was established to provide direction and assistance to members and advance the profession of Counter Fraud Specialist (CFS). It came about when an increasing number of CFS, linked by a common specialist qualification, came to a growing consensus about how they should work and the standards expected of them and from that the Institute was the next natural step.

Have you been the victim of a scam? Need some advice and support? There's a scam out there for everyone. If you let down your guard and think that you won't be fooled, then you too could become a victim. The Office of Fair Trading have some sound advice for you.

There are many good reasons to becoming a member. Here are just a few. You will have access to: The only on-line chat room for counter fraud professionals, Regular fraud news, Quarterly Newsletters, Job alerts and Various discounts and Benefits for members.

Statistics show that one in five Counter Fraud Specialists have come under pressure to end an investigation. The dilemma they face is to do as requested and act unethically or to maintain their integrity but thereafter face conflict in the workplace. There is now a bespoke support line to offer free advice for just this type of situation- call 0800 652 6577