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Nacha Honors AAP Professionals on National AAP Recognition Day

RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, in celebration of National AAP Recognition Day, Nacha proudly recognizes the achievements of 327 newly accredited ACH Professionals (AAPs) who earned their credential by passing the 2024 exam. They now join an esteemed network of 4,533 payments professionals nationwide who hold the AAP accreditation.

For more than 30 years, the AAP program has set the standard for excellence in ACH payments, equipping professionals with the knowledge and expertise to understand and excel in electronic payments, with an emphasis on topics related to the ACH Network.

“We salute our AAPs for their dedication to advancing the professionalism of the payments industry,” said Stephanie Prebish, AAP, APRP, CTP, Nacha Senior Managing Director, Association Services. “On behalf of Nacha, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to our newest AAPs and deep appreciation to the thousands of AAPs across the country for their unwavering commitment to staying ahead of industry regulations and trends.”

The next window for payments professionals to take the AAP exam will be Oct. 6 to Nov. 1, 2025. Given the extensive body of knowledge AAPs are required to know, candidates should plan to dedicate enough time to adequately prepare for the AAP exam. Candidates answer questions on a wide range of subjects, from the Nacha Operating Rules and the ACH Network to regulations in the payments industry and risk management. Industry professionals can seek out training from their Payments Association.

Learn more about AAP accreditation by visiting https://www.nacha.org/accredited-ach-professional.

About Nacha

Nacha governs the thriving ACH Network, the payment system that drives safe, smart, and fast Direct Deposits and Direct Payments with the capability to reach all U.S. bank and credit union accounts. There were 33.6 billion ACH Network payments made in 2024, valued at $86.2 trillion. Through problem-solving and consensus-building among diverse payment industry stakeholders, Nacha advances innovation and interoperability in the payments system. Nacha develops rules and standards, provides industry solutions, and delivers education, accreditation, and advisory services.

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Betsy Jaffe
Nacha
571-265-8590
media@nacha.org

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Nacha
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