In honor of National APRP Recognition Day, Nacha pays tribute to our nation’s 947 Accredited Payments Risk Professionals, including the 147 newly-credentialed professionals who recently passed the 2024 APRP exam.   

The APRP exam tests for comprehensive risk management knowledge across all payment types, including ACH, check, wire, debit, credit and prepaid cards and instant payments. To become an APRP, individuals must pass a Nacha-administered exam testing knowledge of subjects including the fundamentals of payments systems; risk management, policy, governance, systems and controls; physical and information security; and the regulatory environment.  

"APRPs deserve recognition from their employers for their expertise in navigating the complex world of risk management within the payments industry," said Stephanie Prebish, AAP, APRP, CTP, Senior Managing Director, Association Services at Nacha. "The current payments landscape relies heavily on a skilled group of professionals who adeptly manage payment risks, optimize payment processes, uphold payment practices and comply with changing regulations. Nacha is thrilled to see so many committed risk professionals embracing the challenges of this demanding program."

In addition to contributing to consumer protection and the continued well-being of the payments industry, the APRP qualification carries a mark of distinction, giving these professionals an edge over their professional competition.

APRP Recognition Day is commemorated annually on the third Tuesday of September. To learn about the program, visit www.nacha.org/accredited-payments-risk-professional. The next opportunity to take the APRP exam will be Aug. 4-30, 2025. APRP exam training is provided by the nation’s Payment Associations.