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APA CPP-N-America Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | American Payroll Association (PayrollOrg) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Certified Payroll Professional - North America |
| Exam Number: | CPP-N-America |
| Real Exam Qty: | 190 (165 scored, 25 pre-test) |
| Related Certifications: | Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) |
| Exam Price: | Members: $380 USD; Non-members: $550 USD |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years (requires recertification) |
| Exam Format: | Computer-based, Multiple-choice questions |
| Passing Score: | 300 (scaled score, range 100–500) |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Duration: | 240 minutes |
| Recommended Training: | PayrollOrg Official CPP Prep Courses CPP Candidate Handbook |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Scheduling Official CPP Application & Registration |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored (Pearson VUE OnVUE) or in-person at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | Option 1: 3 years of payroll experience within last 5 years; OR Option 2: 24 months experience + approved coursework; OR Option 3: 18 months experience + FPC certification + approved coursework |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://payroll.org/certification/certified-payroll-professional-(cpp) |
APA CPP-N-America Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Calculation of the Paycheck | 20% | - Taxable wages and deductions - Net pay calculation - Gross pay determination - Voluntary and involuntary deductions |
| Payroll Accounting and Reporting | 6% | - General ledger entries - Year-end reporting and forms - Tax deposit and filing requirements |
| Payroll Administration and Management | 12% | - Communication and stakeholder relations - Policy and procedure development - Fraud prevention and risk management - Internal controls and best practices |
| Payroll Process and Supporting Systems | 14% | - System setup and maintenance - Data management and security - Integration with HR/accounting systems - Payroll cycle workflow |
| Payroll Audits and Reconciliation | 8% | - Error correction and reporting - Internal and external audits - Reconciliation procedures |
| Compliance, Research and Resources | 16% | - Regulatory research methods - Federal, state and local regulations - Legal and professional standards |
| Core Payroll Concepts | 24% | - Wage and hour laws (FLSA) - Worker classification and status - Recordkeeping and documentation - Taxation fundamentals - Types of compensation and benefits |
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