Accreditation Prep

AAP Preparation Publications Package

Various Formats

AAP Flashcards

Electronic Format

You can now access one of our most popular study aids virtually, making it easier to fit valuable study time into your busy schedule! No need to lug around bulky paper flashcards. Test and refine your knowledge anytime, anywhere you take your mobile device! This self-study tool includes five electronic flashcards "decks," each based on one of the five focus areas of the AAP exam. Choose to study one focus area at a time or all areas together. Enjoy all the features of traditional flashcards such as easily flipping through cards and tracking your progress but with additional functionality that allows you to rate your comfort level with topics and utilize spaced repetition to better reinforce your knowledge. 

Your electronic flashcard subscription provides you with six months of full access to your study tool from any computer or mobile device.

Format: Electronic Access Code

ACHPro (Online)

Electronic Format

ACHPro™ is a self-paced, computer-based training program developed to increase your knowledge of the ACH. ACHPro™ has been developed to promote knowledge of the ACH network. This tool can be used to evaluate your level of expertise of the ACH and related payment systems and to identify those areas that may require additional development. ACHPro™ was designed to make learning fun. 

ACHPro™ Challenges your knowledge in two ways: Game Mode & Test Mode

ACHPro™ Game Mode is a fun, interactive program, which tests your skills in six competency areas:
• Payment Systems
• Marketing ACH
• Risk and the ACH
• ACH Rules and Regulations
• ACH Processing
• ACH Technical Requirements

Organized around the game board, you can play the practice game-winning game money and get coached along the way with feedback on your answers.

In the ACHPro™ Test Mode timed test, you will complete all the questions and receive a score rating your performance in each category. The test is all multiple-choice, and you will complete a "blacken the dot" form as you answer questions, just like in a real standardized test situation.

So, whether you are looking to brush up on your payment systems skills or start a foundation that you can build upon, ACHPro™ is an essential tool for your professional development.

User Access opens in May 2026 and closes on December 31, 2026.

UCC Quick Reference Card

Electronic Format

APRP Preparation Publications Package

Various Formats

ACH Compliance Manual - 11th Edition

Hardcopy

An essential tool to ensure compliance with the Nacha Operating Rules & Guidelines, the 11^th edition offers crisp insights into authorizations, processing, and more from Nacha’s subject matter experts. Stay current with recent Rule changes on Micro-Entries and Third-Party Sender shifts and authorization updates. Whether you’re new to the payments industry or a seasoned professional, this offering simplifies complexities, provides insightful compliance tips, and includes a glossary and references to other valuable resources. 

APRP Flashcards

Electronic Format

You can now access our APRP flashcards virtually, making it easier to fit valuable study time into your busy schedule! No need to lug around bulky paper flashcards. Test and refine your knowledge anytime, anywhere you take your mobile device! This self-study tool includes six electronic flashcard "decks," each based on one of the six focus areas of the APRP exam. Choose to study one focus area at a time or all areas together. Enjoy all the features of traditional flashcards such as easily flipping through cards and tracking your progress but with additional functionality that allows you to rate your comfort level with topics and utilize spaced repetition to better reinforce your knowledge. Your electronic flashcard subscription provides you with six months of full access to your study tool from any computer or mobile device.

Your electronic flashcard subscription provides you with six months of full access to your study tool from any computer or mobile device.

Format: Electronic Access Code

RiskPro (Online)

Electronic Format

Electronic Publication:RiskPro™ is a self-paced, computer-based training program developed to increase your knowledge of payments risk. RiskPro has been developed to promote knowledge of the risk payments systems pose to the industry. RiskPro was designed to make learning fun.

Why Should You Purchase RiskPro™?
Updated annually to reflect the latest changes in the payments landscape and the risks they pose, the program is valuable for payments professionals, risk professionals, and new employees alike. Challenge yourself and test your knowledge using RiskPro's™ game and scorekeeping features or use it to train others.

RiskPro™ Challenges your knowledge in two ways: Game Mode & Test Mode

RiskPro™ Game Mode is a fun, interactive program, which tests your skills in six competency areas:
• Payments Risk
• Fundamentals of Risk Management
• Risk Policy and Governance
• Risk Management and Controls
• Physical and Information Security
• Regulatory Environment

Organized around the game board, you can play the practice game-winning game money and get coached along the way with feedback on your answers.

In the RiskPro™ Test Mode timed test, you will complete all the questions and receive a score rating your performance in each category. The test is all multiple-choice, and you will complete a "blacken the dot" form as you answer questions, just like in a real standardized test situation.

So whether you are looking to brush up on your payment systems skills or start a foundation that you can build upon, RiskPro™ is an essential tool for your professional development.

User Access opens in early April 2026 and closes December 31, 2026. 

AFPP Preparation Publications Package

Electronic Format

The Accredited Faster Payments Professional (AFPP) designation distinguishes its bearers as members of an elite corps of payments system professionals. To assist you in preparing for the AFPP examination, administered once in the winter each year, the following electronic publications are recommended:

AFPP Preparation Publications Package includes:

• AFPP Flashcards
• AFPP Core Concepts: A Study Guide
• RTP Message Type Quick Reference Guide
• FedNow Message Type Quick Reference Guide

Note: If your organization requires special permission to download and/or install programs, please contact your IT department for assistance before purchase.

AFPP Flashcards

Electronic Format

Test and refine your knowledge anytime, anywhere you take your mobile device! This self-study tool is great for AFPP exam preparation. Choose to study one focus area at a time or all areas together. Enjoy all the features of traditional flashcards such as easily flipping through cards and tracking your progress but with additional functionality that allows you to rate your comfort level with topics and utilize spaced repetition to better reinforce your knowledge.

Your electronic flashcard subscription provides you with six months of full access to your study tool from any computer or mobile device.

Format: Electronic Access Code

RTP Message Type Quick Reference Guide

Electronic Publication: The RTP Message Type Quick Reference Guide gives fundamental information for RTP Message Type Codes in a handy electronic format.

Format: PDF

Check Returns & Adjustments Quick Reference Guide

Electronic Format

Check/RDC Quick Reference Cards

Electronic Format

This handy set of cards explores the commonly used adjustment investigation types, duplicate situations, and how the Regulation CC Remote Deposit Capture (RDC) Indemnity can help, the account holder's duty to discover and report an unauthorized signature or alteration and key elements of the FFIEC Guidance related to RDC. Ensure your staff always has a need-to-know check and RDC information within fingertip reach and stands ready to handle difficult exception items such as altered, counterfeit, and forged checks. Key topics covered include Check 21 expedited recredit provisions, exception holds, return reason codes, commonly used FRB adjustment information and RDC risk management tips.