Free Level 1 Payroll Course in Rochdale

CostFREE
Duration25 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyIAB

About this course

Free Level 1 Payroll for Business Course in Rochdale. Classes run at Hopwood Hall College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 25 weeks, giving you time to build your knowledge at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. You'll cover the essentials of payroll processing for business, including how pay is calculated and recorded. This is a solid starting point if you're moving into accounting or payroll work. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

Discover our range of courses at Hopwood Hall College, with entry requirements, progression and course information.

Entry requirements

Discover our range of courses at Hopwood Hall College, with entry requirements, progression and course information.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how payroll is processed within a business setting.
  • You'll understand how employee pay is calculated, including deductions.
  • You'll explore basic payroll records and documentation.
  • You'll learn about statutory payments and deductions such as tax and National Insurance.
  • You'll develop skills in checking and verifying payroll data for accuracy.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hopwood Hall College. Teaching is delivered in person, with tutor support throughout. Assessment is based on the work you complete during the course. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and check your progress as you go.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hopwood Hall College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Payroll administrator, processing employee pay and records
  • Accounts assistant, supporting day-to-day financial tasks
  • Finance clerk, handling data entry and basic bookkeeping
  • Payroll clerk, managing payroll runs for a business
  • Office administrator with payroll responsibilities

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Payroll for Business. A natural next step to deepen your payroll knowledge and take on more complex tasks.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping. Broadens your skills into financial records and accounts, useful for accounting and payroll roles.
  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. A recognised route into accounting work, building on the financial foundations you've developed.