Mar 28, 2024  
2015 - 2016 CNM Catalog, Volume 48.1 
    
2015 - 2016 CNM Catalog, Volume 48.1 [The CNM Academic Year includes Fall, Spring, Summer Terms]

Payroll Clerk, Certificate of Completion


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School of Business & Information Technology (BIT)

Description

The Payroll Clerk Certificate of Completion is a series of courses that provide entry-level skills in payroll accounting.

Educational Option Information

This educational option can be completed:

  • Part-time or full-time

This educational option can be started:

  • Any term

Primary course location:

  • Main Campus, Montoya Campus, and many courses are offered online

Approximate Costs of this Educational Option

Financial Aid Considerations

Career and Educational Opportunities

Educational Opportunities

All of the Payroll Clerk courses may also be applied toward an Associate of Applied Science degree in Accounting or an Accounting or Bookkeeping Certificate of Completion. Students should see an academic advisor to customize their educational plans.

Certifications available include:    

  • Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Employment Opportunities

Most businesses, governmental and non-profit organizations employ payroll professionals. Common job titles include Payroll Clerk, Payroll Specialist, Payroll Professional.

Recommended Sequence of Courses


Program Proficiencies and/or Prerequisites


Students must demonstrate proficiency in these areas either by placement exam scores  or specific course work.

Certificate of Completion in Payroll Clerk 21 credit hours


* Accounting certificate and degree students must choose ENG 1101 - College Writing  

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