Free Level 1 Payroll Course. Study online, at your own pace. This free payroll course for adults runs entirely online over 10 weeks, with one-to-one tutor support throughout. You'll need a laptop and internet access to take part. You do not need any prior qualifications to enrol. The course covers computerised payroll for business, giving you a practical grounding in payroll processes used in real workplaces.
Who this course is for
Study this course FREE, with no course fees! If you are unemployed or on a low income and/or receiving benefits you may qualify for a free place on this course. Apply today and our admission team will confirm if you are eligible for a free place, with no obligation. This course is a fully online, self-directed, independent study course with assessor support and guidance. Students must have use of a laptop to complete this course and must be aged 19+ at the beginning of the academic year (31 August). This Computerised Payroll for Business Level 1 course is an entry-level payroll qualification, ideal for anyone who needs the relevant skills for employment in Payroll. Eligibility Criteria – this course is FREE if you: are aged 19+ on 31 August prior to starting the course, live in England, not within anon-funded postcode region , have been in the EU for three years for purposes other than study (and able to provide documentation), are not currently enrolled in an apprenticeship, have not completed any part of the course before, are claiming a state benefit and are unemployed and looking for work., are employed and earning under £20,319 before tax per annum in wages (excluding benefits), . For those who do not meet the above criteria, a fee may be payable.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk
Entry requirements
You do not need any prior qualifications or levels of learning. This is an online course with a dedicated 1:1 tutor. Please note: this qualification is only accessible to learners who have internet access.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll learn how to set up and process payroll using computerised software.
You'll understand how to calculate employee pay, deductions, and net wages.
You'll learn how to apply PAYE, National Insurance, and statutory deductions.
You'll understand payroll records and how to maintain them accurately.
You'll learn how to produce payslips and payroll reports.
You'll understand the legal responsibilities involved in running a business payroll.
How you will learn
This is a self-directed online course. You study independently, working through the material at your own pace. A dedicated one-to-one tutor provides support and guidance throughout. Assessment is based on the computerised payroll tasks and exercises you complete as part of the course.
What you will need to bring
You'll need a laptop and a reliable internet connection to complete this course. Activate Learning at City of Oxford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Payroll administrator. Process employee pay in a business or organisation.
Payroll assistant. Support a payroll team with data entry and records.
Accounts assistant. Entry-level finance role handling basic bookkeeping tasks.
Finance administrator. General admin role within a finance or accounts team.
Bookkeeper. Record financial transactions for small businesses.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award or Certificate in Payroll. Builds on this qualification with more complex payroll processes, including statutory payments and year-end procedures.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. A widely used accounting qualification that opens doors to bookkeeping and finance roles.
Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping. A natural next step if you want to broaden your finance skills beyond payroll.
