Free Level 2 Payroll Course in Catterick Garrison. Evening payroll classes run at Catterick Library & Information Centre, so you can fit study around work or other commitments. You'll build practical skills in computerised payroll, covering the processes businesses use to pay their staff accurately and on time. The course runs part-time over four hours. To be eligible for funding, you must be 19 or over as at 31 August in the current academic year, and not be an apprentice. Further eligibility may depend on where you live and your income.
Who this course is for
This qualification is aimed at learners who are looking to expand their knowledge in this area as an addional qualification to support their role in payroll.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice,further eligibility may be linked to where you live and your individual income.
What you will learn
You'll process payroll using computerised payroll software
You'll calculate gross and net pay, including deductions
You'll apply PAYE, National Insurance, and statutory payments correctly
You'll produce payslips and payroll reports for a business
You'll understand payroll legislation and employer obligations
You'll manage employee records within a payroll system
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Catterick Library & Information Centre. The course uses practical, hands-on tasks with computerised payroll software. Assessment is based on assignments and practical exercises that reflect real payroll processes. You'll complete these during the course rather than sitting a formal exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Catterick Library & Information Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Payroll administrator: process staff pay in a business or organisation
Payroll officer: manage payroll records and statutory deductions
Accounts assistant: support a finance team with payroll and bookkeeping
Finance administrator: handle financial records including payroll data
HR administrator: support HR functions including pay and employee records
Bookkeeper: maintain financial accounts, often including payroll duties
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Payroll Management: deepen your payroll knowledge and move into senior or supervisory payroll roles.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: broaden into bookkeeping and accounting alongside your payroll qualification.
Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration: useful if you want to move into a wider finance or office management role.
