Payroll Practice and Management

If you want to become a payroll specialist or update your skills, take the Payroll Practice and Management Online Training Program. The program will provide the training you need, and it will also help prepare you for the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) test given by the American Payroll Association. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

"I enjoyed the flexibility to work around my schedule and knowing that the support was available should I need it."- T.C., Central Oregon Community College

"The timeliness of my facilitators responses was excellent! Everything was great."
- J.A., California State University, East Bay

"The online course allowed me to complete the course in the convenience of my home. The facilitator and support were both helpful and timely with resolving inquiries and submitting test scores."
- A.R., Cuyahoga Community College

Payroll is one of the fastest-changing career fields in the business world today. Constant fluctuation in government rules and regulations make it difficult to keep up. The Payroll Practice and Management Online Training Program will teach you all facets of payroll, from the basics to the complexity of fringe benefits, taxation, and garnishments. If you're new to the field, you'll acquire solid skills and knowledge of payroll rules and regulations. If you have payroll experience, this program will refresh your skills, keep you up-to-date with regulations, and provide a thorough review for the Certified Payroll Professional test given by the American Payroll Association. Upon registering, you're given an initial six months to complete the program. Should you need more time, you may request a six-month extension at no additional charge.

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this program, you'll: Understand the requirements of classifying employees under the IRC and classifying employees as exempt under the FLSA Gain knowledge of federal taxation regulations pertaining to payroll Gain experience in reading and understanding IRS tax requirements, their interpretation, and application Learn federal and state tax deposit requirements and understand multistate taxation Know how to complete and process Form W-4 Gain knowledge in pay periods and their affect on taxation Understand the basics of fringe benefits, including qualified and nonqualified deferred compensation, third-party sick pay, relocation, and personal use of a company vehicle Become familiar with what taxes expatriates and nonresident aliens are subject to Understand the basics of organizing a year-end season in a payroll department Gain knowledge in writing payroll procedures and manuals and managing payroll staff

Outline:

Wage and Hour Law Introduction to the Fair Labor Standards Act History of Act Rules of Coverage Jurisdiction Classification of Workers Employees Independent Contractor Form SS-8 Statutory Employees Statutory Non-employees Leased Employees White Collar Exemptions Definition of Exempt and Nonexempt Four Categories of Exempt Salary Basis Requirements Other Categories of Exempt-Federal Calculating Gross Pay Constructive Receipt Minimum Wage Regular Rate of Pay Overtime and Hours Worked Definitions and Calculations Defining the Legal Workweek Defining the Legal Workday State Requirements Other FLSA Requirements Posting Requirements Meals and Rest Periods Deductions From Pay Compensatory Time Off Specialized Payrolls, Employees, or Regulations Overview of Other Federal Wage and Hour Acts Public Sector Employees Hospital Employees Agricultural Employees New Hire Reporting Child Labor Maximum Hours Legal Days Minimum Wage Legal Ages Other Requirements (States) Taxation and Compensation Federal Payroll Taxes State Payroll Taxes Multistate Taxation Employee Withholding Allowance Certificate Form W-4 State Form W-4 Equivalents Wages and Compensation What Are Wages? Other Compensation Supplemental Wages and Pay Periods Special Compensation and Wages Business Expenses Tips Deceased Employee Wages Reporting Wage and Tax Reports Federal Form 941 Schedule B State Equivalent Multiple Worksite Reports Fringe Benefits, Compensation, and Taxation Deferred Compensation Section 125 Plans Section 129 Plans Flexible Spending Accounts Third-party Sick Pay Group Term Life Insurance Personal Use of a Company Vehicle Relocation Incentive Stock Options Nonqualified Stock Options Employee Stock Option Plans Nonqualified Deferred Comp Plans Expatriate Employees Resident and Nonresident Aliens Payroll Management and Year-end Reporting Payroll Procedures Manual Check Policy Staff Training Internet Resources Dealing With the IRS Garnishments and Levies Record Retention Direct Deposit Earned Income Credit Year-end Form Review Submission of Forms W-2 Preparing For Year End

Prerequisites:

To enroll in this program, you should be proficient in keyboarding, have a basic understanding of a word-processing computer program (Microsoft Word is recommended), and have a command of English grammar and punctuation. No payroll or office work experience is required. If you're interested in learning the skills to become a payroll professional, or if you'd like to update your knowledge in the field, this program is for you.

Materials:

This program is compatible with the Windows XP and later operating systems and IE 7 and later browsers. You'll need to have access to a word-processing program like Microsoft Word or Works, Adobe Flash Player and Acrobat Reader, and unlimited Internet access. Click here to download the free Acrobat Reader. Click here to download the free Flash Player. The materials for this program are all available online.

FAQ

1. Can I register for programs if I am an international student? Yes, because ed2go programs are online you never have to actually travel to the school. Most schools offer telephone or online registration. 2. How long does it take to complete a program? All of our programs are self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start them when you want and finish them at your own pace. Upon registering, you're given an initial six months to complete this program. Should you need more time beyond the six months, an extension of six months is available at no additional cost. 3. Do I have to buy additional materials? All the materials you'll need are included, and their cost will be covered by your tuition. ed2go will ship all materials ground service upon enrollment. 4. Can I get financial assistance? ed2go courses are non-credit courses, so they do not qualify for federal aid. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. 5. What happens when I complete the program? Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded a certificate of completion. 6. Am I guaranteed a job? ed2go programs will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. We don't provide direct job placement services, but our facilitators and career counselors will help you build your resume and are available to give advice on finding your first job. Facilitators will also be available to use as a professional reference upon completion of the program. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering. 7. Who will be my instructor? Each student is paired up with a facilitator for one-on-one interaction. The facilitator will be available (via e-mail) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our facilitators are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach. 8. What software or hardware do I need in order to take online programs and what are the system requirements? In order to take our online programs, you must have access to a computer and the Internet. You can access the program contents from any Web-enabled computer. You don't have to use the same computer to log-in to the program every time. We recommend that you have a word-processing program (Microsoft Word is best) and the latest version of Internet Explorer. 9. Can I use a Mac? Yes, you can use a Mac for this program. 10. How can I get more information about the program? If you have questions that are not answered on our website, please feel free to contact us via LIVE chat (click the button below). If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please feel free to send us a question using the "Ask a question" button below. You may also call us at 1-877-221-5151. We will answer your questions promptly. 11. When can I start the program? Our programs are all open enrollment. You can register and start the program as soon as you are ready.