The Certified Payroll Technician (CPT) qualification provides Payroll personnel with a nationally recognised qualification by which they can be evaluated. The syllabus for this IPASS qualification was prepared following consultation with Payroll professionals in industry, commerce and in the public sector and it reflects the diverse range of skills and knowledge which all payroll professionals require in order to function efficiently.

The course material includes numerous examples and self assessment questions which students can use to develop their knowledge while they study. The course is extremely practical and interesting and is designed to allow students to progress at a realistic pace. Whether you already work in payroll, or not, you will find this course extremely interesting, practical and relevant to you.

The Benefit to Employers

The payroll function is probably the only function which affects every employee in every company. Employers need to ensure that payroll staff are given the necessary training to enable them to perform their duties to the highest standard. Apart from the positive effect on all staff, which an accurate and efficient payroll service will generate, employers need to ensure that inadequate, or inaccurate knowledge of their payroll staff does not lead to problems with the Revenue, the Dept of Social and Family Affairs, or the Dept of Enterprise, Trade and Employment. In the present era of self assessment and Revenue audits, professionally qualified payroll staff can make a huge difference to the financial and functional performance of any business.

The CPT course is run in 2 stages, Stage 1 and Stage 2, each comprising of 1 class per week, of 2 ½ hours duration per class for 10 weeks. Classes are held in a number of venues throughout the country. Distance and online learning also available.HETAC accredited Level 6.