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RTP® Essentials: Real-Time Understanding of the Network, How it works, Use Cases, and What’s Next

The RTP® Network has been live since 2017, offering real-time clearing and settlement across the U.S. But what do financial institutions really need to know about how RTP® works, what the key use cases are, and how to manage the risks and compliance requirements that come with real-time payments? This 90-minute session provides a complete yet accessible introduction to RTP®—ideal for staff and leadership who want a practical foundation without getting lost in technical complexity.

OnDemand
DATE

Recorded Tuesday,
March 3, 2026

INSTRUCTOR

Kevin Olsen

FORMAT

Webinar

CREDIT TYPE

1.8 APRP Credits

$299.00 or 1 Token

Includes: 30 Days OnDemand Playback, Presenter Materials and Handouts

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This session introduces the RTP® Network from the ground up, explaining how it works, who participates, and the core use cases driving adoption. We’ll cover the rules and operating framework set by The Clearing House, including participation models, messaging standards, and compliance obligations. Attendees will also learn about exception handling, fraud and risk monitoring, and how RTP®’s rules differ from traditional payment rails. The session concludes with an update on the RTP® Network’s adoption status and a forward-looking view of future enhancements and opportunities for financial institutions.

What You'll Learn

  • What the RTP® Network is and how it operates
  • Main use cases: P2P, bill payments, merchant transactions, and B2B
  • Core rules and regulations governing RTP® participation
  • How exception and dispute handling work in real time
  • Risk and fraud management requirements within the RTP® framework
  • Current adoption trends and what’s ahead for RTP® in the U.S.

Who Should Attend

This session is ideal for financial institution staff, operations teams, compliance officers, risk managers, and executives seeking a comprehensive but accessible understanding of RTP® and its role in the U.S. payments ecosystem.

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

RTP® Essentials: Real-Time Understanding of the Network, How it works, Use Cases, and What’s Next has been approved for 1.8 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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