Payroll Administrator (Certificate)

Duration

18 Weeks, 386 Hours

Overview

This program provides students with the necessary skills and knowledge required to perform payroll administrative responsibilities in the payroll department and to be able to apply payroll legislation. Students become familiar with basic payroll practices and procedures, and are eligible to apply to the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA) for Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification.

In addition to accounting and payroll expertise, students gain skills and experience in word processing, spreadsheet applications, telephone communication skills and performing a job search.

Admission Requirements

  • Grade 12 or equivalent, or
  • Mature Student Status
  • Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instruction.

Core Courses

  • Basic Bookkeeping Level 1
  • Business Math
  • Payroll Compliance Legislation
  • Payroll Fundamentals 1
  • Payroll Fundamentals 2
  • QuickBooks Pro
  • Telephone Communication Skills

 

Career Options

Payroll administrators are employed by payroll administration companies and by other establishments throughout the private and public sectors.

Major careers students find with the skills learned in this program include:

  • Benefits Officer
  • Pay and Benefits Administrator/Clerk
  • Salary Administration Officer
  • Pay Advisor/Clerk
  • Payroll Officer/Clerk