Develop Your Expertise
as an
Accounting and Payroll Administrator
GRADUATE AS AN
ACCOUNTING AND PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR (APA)
IN 38 WEEKS!
Program Overview
9 Month Accounting and Payroll Administration Program.
If you are passionate about Accounting and Payroll Administration (APA), it can be the gateway into several important career avenues. APA professionals will always have steady work as long as businesses are around.
If you’re looking to join the world of business or finance, getting APA training can open doors for you to enter those sectors. Another exciting aspect is that you could work in virtually any industry that interests you, as almost all businesses need APA professionals to maintain payroll.
APA professionals will always be in demand despite fluctuating markets. If you are precise and enjoy working with numbers, you can join this rewarding profession.
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Invaluable APA Skills
During the APA program, you will learn how to:
- Keep financial records and establish, maintain, and balance various accounts using manual and computerized bookkeeping systems
- Post journal entries and reconcile accounts, prepare trial balance of books, maintain general ledgers, and prepare financial statements
- Calculate and prepare cheques for payrolls and for utility, tax, and other bills
- Complete and submit tax remittance forms, workers’ compensation forms, pension contribution forms, and other government documents
- Prepare tax returns and perform other personal bookkeeping services
- Prepare other statistical, financial, and accounting reports
- Prepare employee payroll and government payroll filing
Become Qualified in Accounting and Payroll Administration
Oxford College’s APA program is affiliated with the National Payroll Institute (NPI). Throughout this program, you will gain an in-depth understanding of the legislative requirements to manage an organization’s compliance requirements. When you complete the three courses, you may choose to continue the path to getting certified. If you get certified, you join a growing community of supportive professionals and gain access to the resources you need to stay current and compliant.
Your Path to Becoming a Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP)
The National Payroll Institute’s PCP designation is the foundation for a successful career in payroll. The PCP courses will help you gain an in-depth understanding of the legislative requirements to keep your organization compliant throughout the annual payroll cycle. When you achieve the designation, you join a growing community of supportive professionals and gain access to the resources you need to stay current and compliant.
The PCP designation requires three core payroll courses, an Introduction to Accounting course transfer credit and one year of weighted payroll work experience:
- Payroll Compliance Legislation (PCL)
- Payroll Fundamentals 1 (PF1) – Prerequisite: Payroll Compliance Legislation
- Payroll Fundamentals 2 (PF2) – Prerequisites: Payroll Compliance Legislation and Payroll Fundamentals 1
- Introduction to Accounting – must be completed at a post-secondary institution
- PCP Work Experience Requirement Application (WERA) (a minimum of one year weighted Canadian payroll work experience)
- All PCP courses, including the Introduction to Accounting transfer credit course, require a passing grade of 65%.
For more information visit Payroll.ca or email the Professional Accreditation Department at accredition@payroll.ca.
National Payroll Institute Membership
Three of the core modules of the APA program are licensed by the National Payroll Institute (NPI). The CPA offers the only payroll certifications in Canada. Earning the CPA’s Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification shows that you meet the high professional standards of the NPI, which employers look for. Gaining this certification shows you are capable and competent, and it can open employment opportunities to you.
Why Choose Oxford College?
Career-Focused Education
All of the diploma programs are designed for long-term careers in high-growth industries, offering you superior fast-track education
Expert Instructors
Our faculty consists of experienced and well-trained staff, who will give you industry-relevant knowledge along with your career training
Modern Facilities
The state-of-the-art classrooms and labs are compliant with industry standards and allow for an emphasis on practical training
Easy Campus Access
All our six campuses are located along transit hubs making travel easy and conveniences accessible.
Flexible Start Dates
Flexible program start dates allow you to plan and begin your new career training at any time
Financial Aid
Financial Aid may be available to those who qualify. We have dedicated staff who can assist you with the Financial Aid process
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Accounting and Payroll Administration
9-Month Diploma | $46,800 median annual salary*
- Graduates hired by public firms, small businesses & banks
- Three core program modules are licensed by the National Payroll Institute (NPI)
- Advance into Staff Accounting, Financial Auditing, Office Management, and much more!
*https://www.jobbank.gc.ca
Message from the Instructor
We are excited to welcome you to the APA Program at Oxford College. This is a terrific opportunity for graduates who are looking towards a bright future.
We encourage you to learn more about our APA Program and discover what makes Oxford College a great learning environment. We offer a unique curriculum for this program, and you can brighten your chances of entering the business or finance fields.
Flexible Program Options
Wish to start a new career but have conflicting priorities?
Don’t worry, you’ve come to the right place.
At Oxford College, we offer flexible class schedules including Morning, Afternoon, Evening and Weekend sessions. We also offer flexible learning options (Online, Hybrid and In-person) for many of our programs.
For more information about Oxford College’s flexible program options, inquire today!
Passionate Instructors! Quality Education!
Oxford College is proud of its highly skilled and experienced instructors. Each one of them is passionate about providing quality education and dedicated to helping you develop the skills you need to succeed in the workforce and attain a meaningful career.
Countless Career Opportunities
Graduates are employed throughout the private and public sectors, or they may be self-employed. Upon completion of the program, you may find employment as:
- Payroll Administrator
- Accounts Payable Clerk
- Accounts Receivable Clerk
- Bookkeeper
- Accounts Analyst
If you have a go-getter attitude coupled with some experience, you could even open your own business.
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary Student Diploma (OSSD) OR
Mature Student Status with Wonderlic
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Personalized, Lifelong Career Counselling Services
At Oxford College, our support does not end after you graduate. Even after you earn your Diploma, our Career Service Advisors will continue working with you and help you build your career path together, for the long term.
Financial Aid
Many people need extra financial aid to attend school. At Oxford College, we believe that finances should not be a barrier for anyone seeking higher education. That’s why we have many funding programs in place, including OSAP, Second Career, and private student loans, to name a few. We will also collaborate with you to set up manageable monthly payment plans.
Sit down with a Financial Aid Advisor today. They will assess your situation.
And create a funding plan that works for you.
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