Free Level 2 Payroll Course. Study online, at your own pace, without travelling to a centre. The course takes around 4 hours to complete. You'll build your knowledge of computerised payroll, covering the processes businesses use to pay employees accurately and on time. It works well alongside an existing payroll or accounts role, or as a step toward more formal payroll qualifications. This is a free payroll course for adults aged 19 or over who meet the funding eligibility criteria.
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 learn how computerised payroll systems process employee payments
You'll understand how to calculate gross and net pay
You'll learn how statutory deductions such as tax and National Insurance are applied
You'll understand payroll records and why accurate record-keeping matters
You'll learn how payroll fits into wider business finance and compliance
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through the course material at your own pace. Assessment is based on the requirements of the VTCT Certificate in Computerised Payroll for Business. Contact Northallerton Adult Learning and Skills Service directly for full details of how assessment is structured for this delivery.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Payroll administrator, processing employee pay accurately each period
Payroll clerk, supporting payroll runs in a business or bureau
Accounts assistant, handling financial records including payroll data
HR administrator, managing pay-related employee records
Bookkeeper, recording business transactions including wages
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Payroll Management, for a deeper level 2 payroll qualification to build on and move into senior payroll roles
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, a widely used accounting qualification that complements payroll knowledge
Level 3 Diploma in Payroll Management, for those aiming at payroll team leader or bureau management roles
