Program Overview

Program Overview

The Accounting and Payroll Administrator program is designed to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge required to provide supervision in the payroll department. Students become familiar with basic payroll practices and procedures, and are eligible to apply to the National Payroll Institute (formerly The Canadian Payroll Association) for the Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification.

Admission Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status
• All programs taught in English require applicants to satisfy the language proficiency requirements
• An admissions interview will be administered to determine if the applicant has the required interest, motivation, and entry-level skills to take this program

Program Highlights

This program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of accounting and payroll principles, as well as business correspondence, office procedures, and job search skills.

Career Opportunities

Accounting and Payroll Administrators are employed by banks, other financial institutions, insurance companies, and other establishments throughout the private and public sectors. Careers that correspond with the skills learned in this program include:

• Payroll Supervisor
• Accounting Supervisor
• Bookkeeping Supervisor

Core Courses

Upon completion of the program, the participant must demonstrate the following core competencies:

• Operating Systems: Basic level of proficiency in a Windows operating system
• Word Processing: Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Word
• Spreadsheets: Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Office Skills: Basic Bookkeeping Levels 1 and 2, basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, and Office Procedures Level 1
• Accounting: Sage 50 Premium Accounting, Payroll Fundamentals Levels 1 and 2, and Payroll Compliance Legislation
• Database Management: Basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Access
• Simulations and Drills: Practical Applications 2 Units
• Business Skills: Grammar Essentials for Business Writing, Business Correspondence Levels 1 and 2, Customer Service, Business Verbal Communication, and Business Supervisory Skills
• Job Readiness/Employability Skills: Employment Success Strategies, Job Search and Résumé Writing, and Thought Patterns for a Successful Career

Program Details

• Program Type: Diploma
• Anticipated salary: C$35,375 C$59,987
• Program Duration: 49 Weeks
• Program Notes: Tuition fees include all materials and student manuals. Financial assistance may be available to qualified students.
• Program Category: Accounting

Available Locations

The program is available at the following locations in British Columbia:

• Kamloops
• Kelowna
• Nanaimo
• North Vancouver
• Richmond
• Surrey
• Vancouver Broadway Station