Fundamentals of Payroll

Fundamentals of Payroll



“The Fundamentals of Payroll online instructor-assisted course fit into my schedule unlike a classroom course. I prefer the self-paced course and appreciated the instructor’s deadlines that kept me on track. The tools available online were outstanding and really made learning enjoyable. I highly recommend Fundamentals of Payroll!”

Tracy Chapman, Payroll Manager
Accor North America

Learning Options

The Fundamentals of Payroll course offers two learning options: self-directed or instructor-assisted.

Self-Directed Course

  • Course includes printed textbook and online software
  • Allows you to study when and where it’s most convenient
  • Ideal for self-starters and those with unpredictable schedules
  • Anticipate spending approximately 24 hours to complete the course

Instructor-Assisted Course

  • Course includes printed textbook, online software, and online instruction
  • Online instructor provides weekly assignments and feedback
  • Discussion boards and an “Ask the Instructor” feature provide interaction and feedback opportunities
  • Set course syllabus eliminates procrastination, ensuring completion of the course in a specified period of time
  • Anticipate spending 3 hours/week for 8 weeks to complete the course

The 2012 course below offers preparation for the Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 FPC exam windows.


Fundamentals of Payroll 2012: Instructor-Assisted Schedule
Prepare for the FALL 2012 or SPRING 2013 FPC exam

Apr 9 – Jun 1, 2012

Apr 23 – Jun 15, 2012

May 7 – Jun 29, 2012

May 21 – Jul 13, 2012

Jun 4 – Jul 27, 2012

Jun 18– Aug 10, 2012

Jul 2 – Aug 24, 2012

Jul 9 – Aug 31, 2012

Jul 16 – Sep 7, 2012

Jul 23 - Sep 14, 2012

Jul 30 - Sep 21, 2012

Aug 6 – Sept 28, 2012

Aug 13 – Oct 5, 2012

Aug 27 – Oct 19, 2012

Sep 10 - Nov 2, 2012

Sep 24 – Nov 16, 2012

Oct 8 – Nov 30, 2012

Oct 22 – Dec 14, 2012

Nov 5 – Dec 28, 2012

Nov 19, 2012 – Jan 11, 2013

Jan 7 – Mar 1, 2013

Jan 14 – Mar 8, 2013

Jan 21 - Mar 15, 2013

Jan 28 – Mar 22, 2013

Feb 4 – Mar 29, 2013

Feb 11 – Apr 5, 2013

Feb 18 - Apr 12, 2013


International and DANTES purchasers: If you are preparing to take the FPC certification exam at an international testing site or a DANTES testing center before September 1, 2012, please contact Mike Downs to determine which preparation materials to purchase. Email Mike Downs at miked@holmescorp.com or call +1-888-852-6664 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. CST/CDT).