IAB Level 1 Certificate in Payroll

IAB Level 1 Certificate in Payroll qualification is an introduction to payroll record keeping and processing. It lays down the basic foundational knowledge required to for a career in payroll. candidates will acquire a robust understanding of theoretical payroll concepts needed to complement the computerised working environment.

What will I study?

To achieve the IAB Level 1 Certificate in Payroll qualification, the mandatory units consisting of 13 credits must be achieved. The accreditation number, level and credit value of each unit is as follows:

Mandatory units

• Payroll preparation
• Generating an employee record
• Making gross pay calculations
• Payroll processing
• Processing leavers
• Computerised payroll administration

Who Is IAB Level 1 Certificate in Payroll Course Suitable For?

The IAB Level 1 Certificate in Payroll is specifically designed to appeal to those who are keen to gain an understanding of basic payroll procedures and also those who wish to become professional payroll processors. It is primarily designed for the following candidates:

• Those who are new to payroll and who wish to acquire the skills and knowledge required of payroll clerks prior to employment.
• Those who wish to understand the PAYE system for their own interest.
• Those who wish to return to working and wish to add payroll to their skills.
• Those preparing for or undertaking a competence qualification or apprenticeship in Payroll at Level 2 who wish to underpin this with a thorough grounding in the fundamental knowledge, understanding and skills associated with producing and processing a payroll at that level.

IAB Level 1 Certificate in Payroll Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for the level 1 Award in Payroll. However it is recommended that prospective candidates will already have basic skills in both numeracy and literacy prior to embarking on a course of study for this qualification.