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Credit Programs

Accounting & Finance

Course Contact
Melanie Thomas
[email protected]
919-866-5859
Document(s)
Financial Aid Eligible?
No
Learning Format
On Campus
Fully Online
In-person/Online Hybrid
Schedule
Day or Evening

Payroll Accounting Certificate

Wake Tech Course ID: C25800C

The Payroll Accounting Certificate focuses on the essential knowledge needed to process payroll, calculate taxes and manage employee compensation accurately and professionally.

Required courses are ACC-120, CIS-110, ACC-140, ACC-149 and ACC-150.

In this certificate program, you learn how to do the following:

  • Process payroll using industry-standard software
  • Calculate tax withholdings, benefits and deductions
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations

If you enjoy working with numbers, details and business systems, the Payroll Accounting Certificate is a smart, focused way to build your resume and launch your career. Also, if you decide to continue your education, credits you've earned may apply toward the Accounting & Finance AAS Degree, depending on program requirements.

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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$988
Locations
  • Southern Wake Campus
  • Scott Northern Wake Campus
  • RTP Campus
  • Eastern Wake Campus
  • Western Wake Campus
Total Credits
13
NOTE: Tuition listed is for in-state students. Out-of-state tuition is higher.
Tuition is set annually by the State Board of Community Colleges.
Wake Tech charges various fees in addition to tuition, and individual programs also have specific costs associated with them.

Career Outlook


Wake County USA *Estimated job growth over 10 years.