Certificate in Bookkeeping and Payroll
- Full-Time
10 Weeks
- Study Option
Full-Time | Part-Time
- Program Hours
200 Instructional Hours
Program Overview
The Bookkeeping and Payroll Certificate program at Canadian Community College provides students with practical knowledge and industry-relevant skills in bookkeeping, accounting, payroll administration, taxation, and financial reporting. The program prepares students to perform bookkeeping and payroll functions in a variety of business environments while developing proficiency in Canadian accounting standards and payroll legislation.
Students develop competencies in:
Bookkeeping Fundamentals
Accounting Principles
Payroll Administration
Financial Statements
Payroll Legislation & Compliance
Taxation Fundamentals
Payroll Software Applications
Financial Record Keeping
Business Ethics & Confidentiality
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Program Highlights
10-Week Certificate Program
200 Instructional Hours
Industry-Relevant Curriculum
Canadian Payroll & Taxation Training
Hands-On Accounting Software Experience
Flexible Delivery Options
Monthly Intakes Available
Career-Focused Education
Employment Readiness Training
Industry-Focused Accounting & Payroll Education
This program combines bookkeeping, accounting, payroll administration, taxation, and financial reporting with practical software training to prepare graduates for entry-level accounting and payroll careers across a variety of industries.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may pursue employment opportunities including:
Accounting Bookkeeper
Financial Clerk
Payroll Administrator
Accounting Clerk
Accounts Payable Clerk
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Ledger Clerk
Invoice Clerk
Tax Clerk
Income Tax Return Consultant
Payroll Support Administrator
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Apply bookkeeping principles and accounting concepts.
- Record financial transactions using double-entry bookkeeping methods.
- Prepare and interpret financial statements.
- Utilize Sage, QuickBooks, and other accounting software applications.
- Apply Canadian payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
- Calculate payroll deductions, CPP, EI, and income tax.
- Process payroll transactions and reporting accurately.
- Understand GST/PST and Canadian taxation requirements.
- Prepare year-end payroll documentation and reports.
- Demonstrate ethical practices and confidentiality in financial administration.
Students will learn to:
- Perform bookkeeping and accounting procedures.
- Prepare and analyze financial statements.
- Record business transactions accurately.
- Process payroll and employee compensation.
- Apply payroll legislation and taxation requirements.
- Use accounting and payroll software.
- Prepare GST/PST and payroll remittances.
- Complete year-end payroll reporting.
- Maintain financial records and documentation.
- Develop workplace readiness and professional confidence.
Intakes
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:
- Grade 12 graduation or equivalent; OR
- Mature Student status (19 years of age or older).
Applicants must also demonstrate English language proficiency through approved educational credentials or recognized language assessment pathways.
Program Structure
Our structured curriculum combines accounting fundamentals, bookkeeping practices, and payroll administration with hands-on learning to prepare students for today’s financial workplace. Each module develops practical skills in financial record keeping, accounting software, payroll compliance, taxation, and reporting, helping graduates build the confidence and expertise required for entry-level accounting and payroll careers.
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
|
Foundational Knowledge of Bookkeeping
|
60
|
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Accounting Principles and Financial Statements
|
40
|
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Payroll Fundamentals and Compliance
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60
|
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Taxes and Reporting
|
40
|
|
Total
|
200 Hours
|
Career Opportunities After Graduation
Graduates are prepared for entry-level accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and financial administration positions across businesses, accounting firms, government organizations, retail companies, service industries, and nonprofit organizations.
Potential employment includes:
- Accounting Bookkeeper
- Payroll Administrator
- Financial Clerk
- Accounting Clerk
- Accounts Payable Clerk
- Accounts Receivable Clerk
- Ledger Clerk
- Invoice Clerk
- Tax Clerk
- Payroll Support Administrator
Completion Requirements
To successfully complete the certificate program, students must:
- Successfully complete all required courses.
- Meet attendance and academic performance requirements.
- Complete all assignments and assessments.
- Demonstrate competency in bookkeeping and payroll procedures.
- Meet graduation requirements established by Canadian Community College.
Methods of Evaluation
Students are evaluated through a combination of:
- Practical bookkeeping exercises
- Payroll calculations
- Accounting software assignments
- Quizzes and examinations
- Financial reporting projects
- Case studies
- Classroom participation
Delivery Methods
Students may choose from flexible learning options:
- In-Class Instruction
- Online Synchronous Learning
- Hybrid Delivery
Students participating in online learning receive instruction through live virtual classes, instructor-led activities, accounting software demonstrations, practical exercises, assignments, assessments, and ongoing academic support.
English Language Requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Applicants must have Grade 12 graduation (or equivalent) or qualify as a mature student who is at least 19 years of age. English language proficiency is also required.
The Bookkeeping and Payroll Certificate is completed over 10 weeks and includes 200 instructional hours.
Students gain practical exposure to widely used accounting software, including Sage and QuickBooks, along with payroll processing tools.
The program covers bookkeeping fundamentals, accounting principles, payroll administration, financial statements, taxation, payroll legislation, financial reporting, business ethics, and accounting software applications.
Graduates may pursue roles such as Accounting Bookkeeper, Payroll Administrator, Financial Clerk, Accounting Clerk, Accounts Payable Clerk, Accounts Receivable Clerk, Tax Clerk, Invoice Clerk, Ledger Clerk, and Payroll Support Administrator.
Yes. Students learn payroll legislation, payroll compliance, CPP, EI, payroll deductions, GST/PST, taxation requirements, and year-end payroll reporting.
Domestic Students
Tuition: $2,200
Application Fee: $100
Textbooks: $200
Total Estimated Cost: $2,500
International Students
Tuition: $2,200
Application Fee: $500
Textbooks: $200
Total Estimated Cost: $2,900
Domestic Students
- Tuition: $2,200.00
- Application Fee: $100.00
- Textbooks: $200.00
- Total Estimated Cost: $2,500.00
International Students
- Tuition: $2,200.00
- Application Fee: $500.00
- Textbooks: $200.00
- Total Estimated Cost: $2,900.00