RAPID Edu

One of the goals of the Merchant Risk Council is to serve as an educational resource for payments and fraud prevention professionals of all levels. Our programs like RAPID Edu help make that possible.

RAPID Edu is the MRC's proprietary, on-demand educational platform, designed to introduce users to the fundamentals of the payments and fraud prevention industry. These online programs allow professionals to learn at their convenience, complete with program materials, knowledge tests, and an accredited certificate upon completion.

RAPID Edu is ideal for:

Professionals who wish to revisit the fundamentals of payments and fraud prevention
Individuals looking to enhance their professional credentials
Managers looking for industry-specific training materials
Anyone interested in exploring a career in this dynamic industry

RAPID Edu courses are accredited with the Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit standard. This accreditation allows professionals to acquire specialized knowledge in fraud and payments as well as maintain their certification with RAPID Edu courses. CPE credits may be applied to a variety of professional certifications, including Certified Fraud Examiners (CFEs), Certified Information Security Managers (CISMs), and others.*

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MRC RAPID Edu Courses

The MRC currently offers the following RAPID Edu courses:

Course	Course Topics	Course Length	Pricing (taxes not included in the pricing below)
Chargeback Essentials CPE Credits: 1.4	Introduction to chargebacks Resolving chargebacks Chargebacks and payment card schemes Introduction to chargeback metrics and solutions Preventing chargebacks	~1.5 - 2 hours	Members: US$99 Non-Members: US$399
Fraud Essentials CPE Credits: 3.5	Impact of eCommerce fraud across the ecosystem Account, transaction, and digital footprint data Common fraud patterns Key performance indicators and fraud mitigation best practices	~4 - 5 hours	Members: US$199 Non-Members: US$999
Payment Essentials CPE Credits: 3.5	Card-based payments and processing The banking industry, bank payments, and regulations Wallets and mobile wallets Non-card payments	~4 - 5 hours	Members: US$199 Non-Members: US$999
EMV 3DS Authentication Essentials CPE Credits: 1	Recognize why authentication matters Identify the benefits and best practices of 3DS Outline the 3DS ecosystem (how 3DS works, stakeholders, relevant technologies, etc.) Recognize and understand global mandates and regulatory standards	~1 - 1.5 hours	Members: US$49 Non-Members: US$199
Buy Now, Pay Later Essentials Essentials Credits: 1.4	Define BNPL Identify BNPL target audience Recognize the BNPL customer journey Identify the potential risk of BNPL for merchants and consumers Recognize the current and future regulatory landscape List best practices for implementing BNPL	~ 1.5 – 2 hours	Members: US$49 Non-Members: US$199
First-Party Misuse Essentials CPE Credits: 1	Define First-Party Misuse (also referred to as friendly fraud) Outline the market Identify the size and growth of first-party misuse Recognize and understand consumer protections and regulations Understand how to identify and measure first-party misuse List best practices for managing first-party misuse	~1 – 1.5 hours	Members: US$49 Non-Members: US$199
eCommerce Essentials Bundle Credits: 11.8	Includes 6 courses: Chargeback Essentials Fraud Essentials Payment Essentials EMV 3DS Authentication Essentials Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) First-Party Misuse Essentials	~ 13 – 17 hours	Members: US$500 Non-Members: US$2500

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RAPID Edu Refund Policy

For the Rapid EDU Program (self-study), refunds and cancellations are determined on a case-by-case basis. Cancellations and requests for refunds must be communicated in writing to programs@merchantriskcouncil.org. Refunds will not be issued once a course has been started. Additionally, courses must be completed within one year of purchase.

*RAPID Edu Accreditation

The Merchant Risk Council is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: nasbaregistry.org

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If you have any questions about MRC RAPID Edu, please contact the MRC by filling out the MRC Contact Us form and selecting the RAPID Edu radio button.