Continuing your education as a payments professional, increases your marketability, benefits your employer and more effectively manages ACH Network use and enhances its risk management profile across payment types.

Everyone learns in different ways. That is why Nacha delivers its educational offerings in a variety of formats including digital technology, publications, conferences and two accreditation programs.

If you work solely on matters related to the ACH Network – in operations, sales, risk management or similar – you should consider becoming an Accredited ACH Professional (AAP). If your position focuses on risk management across all payment types including checks, cards, wires and others, then the Accredited Payments Risk Professional (APRP) credential may provide a greater benefit to you and your organization. 

Read on to learn more about becoming an AAP and the APRP. 

The 2020 AAP exam registration is closed. Look for 2021 exam registration set to open in January.

AAPs are recognized for their ACH payments expertise, providing a competitive edge in the business and financial arenas.

Commit early and take advantage of study tools provided with your exam registration.

2020 Test Window: Monday, Oct. 5 – Saturday, Nov. 14

The 2020 APRP exam registration is closed. Look for 2021 exam registration set to open soon.

APRPs are recognized for exceptional payments systems risk expertise across all payment types.

Commit early and take advantage of study tools provided with your exam registration.

2020 Test Window: Monday, Nov 30 – Saturday, Dec 19

Studying for the AAP or APRP exam is critical to your success. TPI Home School and the Payments Institute are great ways to supplement your studies. Additionally, the Payments Associations offer exam preparation courses virtually and in-person nationwide. Check out the upcoming training courses they're offering.

Everyone has a reason for obtaining their AAP, APRP or both. Meet a few of our accredited professionals.

What’s your reason?

Have you considered licensing your organization’s continuing education courses for your attendees to earn AAP and APRP credits? Elevate your organization’s reputation in the payments industry with Nacha-approved educational courses.

Access to this popular social networking site encourages interaction between aspiring and current AAPs and APRPs. As a member, you can post or respond to questions, help others to be compliant with the Nacha Operating Rules, government rules and regulations, software and hardware solutions, and more.

Not accredited yet? Gain access after you register for either exam.