How to Prepare for your Certification Exam
Passing a certification exam takes time, focus, and a solid preparation plan. It’s important to use a mix of study tools, no single resource should be your only one. Your preferred
learning style can help you choose the best approach, whether that’s a classroom course, virtual option, or self-study.
To help you get started, watch our video on how to prepare your study plan effectively.
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)
The Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is a certification credential for payroll beginners and service and support professionals with payroll knowledge. There are no payroll experience requirements to take this exam.

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
The Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is a certification credential for those with payroll knowledge and experience. The CPP Committee requires that payroll professionals fulfill one of three eligibility criteria before taking this exam.
