Jan 21, 2026
Electronic payments power every aspect of modern banking – from ACH and card transactions to wire transfers, check imaging, and now instant payments and stablecoins. But what does the full landscape look like, and how do the rules and regulations apply across different rails?
January 21, 2026
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm EST
This session delivers a comprehensive foundation in U.S. electronic payments. We’ll explore the main channels – ACH, cards, wires, remote check deposits, RTP®, FedNow®, and stablecoins – highlighting how they work, where they fit, and who uses them. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the key differences between banks and credit unions, the role of regulators and rule makers, and the major compliance requirements for each system (including Nacha, Reg E, Reg CC, UCC 4A, and Fed/Operating rules). Designed for both newcomers and professionals looking to refresh their knowledge, this webinar builds the big-picture framework you need to understand today’s rapidly evolving payments ecosystem. Join the Payments Professor for this 90-minute introductory session that provides a practical, high-level overview of every major U.S. payment channel and how banks and credit unions participate in them.
What You'll Learn
Kevin Olsen, AFPP, AAP, APRP, NCP, CHPC
Payments Professor
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.
Who Should Attend?
This session is ideal for new hires in banks and credit unions, payments operations staff, compliance officers, risk managers, and anyone who needs a broad, high-level understanding of the U.S. electronic payments system.
Continuing Education Credit Information
Electronic Payments 101: A Guide to Electronic Payment Channels and Processing 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.
Live Webinar - $299.00
Available Upgrades
**100% surcharge applied to non-members.
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