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ACH Basics: Understanding the ACH Network

Get back to basics with this essential introduction to the ACH Network. Learn how it works, who the players are, and why it matters to your institution.
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DATE

Tuesday, February 3, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm

INSTRUCTOR

Kevin Olsen

FORMAT

Webinar

CREDIT TYPE

1.2 APRP Credits

$299.00 or 1 Token

Includes: Live Access, 30 Days OnDemand Playback, Presenter Materials and Handouts

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This session provides a foundational overview of the ACH Network, including credits and debits, transaction flow, and the roles of ODFIs, RDFIs, Originators, and TPSPs. Attendees will also learn about settlement timing, common ACH use cases, and key compliance considerations.

What You'll Learn

  • ACH payment flow from initiation to settlement
  • Differences between credits and debits
  • Roles of ODFIs, RDFIs, Originators, and Third-Party Senders
  • Common ACH use cases in consumer and business payments
  • Core compliance considerations in ACH operations

Who Should Attend

This session is ideal for new ACH staff, frontline employees, and financial professionals who want a solid grounding in ACH basics.

Kevin Olsen

Instructor Bio


Kevin Olsen is the Payments Professor bringing enthusiasm and motivation to presentations. Viewing the world as a classroom which is exemplified in the professor’s “edutainment” (when education is motivating, informative, and fun) style of training as he seeks to educate and inform all on the latest developments and trends in the fascinating world of electronic payments Kevin develops programs, presentations, and articles designed to orient and educate financial professionals on a multitude of electronic payment topics. Kevin is also a certified business coach helping lead organizations to innovate and communicate in the ever-changing world of payments, including building of payment strategies with a focus on product development and use cases for faster payments (RTP & FedNow).


Among his many certifications, Kevin is an Accredited ACH Professional (AAP), an Accredited Payments Risk Professional (APRP), an NCP (National Check Payments Certification) as well as an NCP Certified Trainer and a Certified High-Performance Coach (CHPC), and holds a masters in industrial organizational psychology from Liberty University.


Continuing Education Credit Information

ACH Basics: Understanding the ACH Network has been approved for 1.2 APRP renewal credits by Nacha. Credits are redeemable for both Live and OnDemand viewing. For questions on certificates, please email support@oncourselearning.com. Certification holders must report these credits at Nacha.

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