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2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Academic Catalog

Payroll Administrator Certificate of Technical Studies


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The purpose of the Payroll Administrator CTS program is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage payroll operations within organizations of all sizes. The program aims to develop well-rounded payroll professionals who can accurately calculate wages, process payroll taxes, and ensure compliance with labor laws.

The Payroll Administrator CTS program aims to provide a strong foundation in business principles, particularly financial accounting and human resources management. It equips students with essential payroll software skills, such as QuickBooks and Excel, to effectively manage payroll operations. The program fosters analytical and problem-solving skills to address payroll challenges, ensuring accurate calculations of wages, salaries, and deductions. It emphasizes compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and regulations, timely processing of payroll taxes and filing of tax returns, and maintenance of accurate payroll records. The program also develops strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective interaction with employees and management, while fostering a strong ethical foundation and commitment to confidentiality in handling employee information.
 

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