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Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

The Payroll Professional

Welcome to The Payroll Professional, the first course in ADP's Entry-level Payroll Specialist Professional Certificate program. This course will introduce learners to the Payroll Specialist professional certificate program and introduce the role and function of the Payroll Professional. Learners will discover the duties of those who work in the payroll field and the traits that make them successful. Learners will also explore the basics of pay and the components that make up gross and net income. This is an entry-level course intended for beginner learners interested in learning the fundamentals of payroll, those pursing an entry-level Payroll Specialist role, and more experienced professionals looking to shift their career to purposefully focus on the area of a Payroll Professional.

Status: Payroll Administration
Status: Compensation Management
BeginnerCourse5 hours

Featured reviews

DC

5.0Reviewed Oct 29, 2025

The Coach is an excellent tool. It prompts me to think and apply the knowledge I have to the training.

DM

5.0Reviewed Oct 8, 2025

Awesome course teaches you a lot !! Makes me want to do payroll even more

AS

5.0Reviewed Mar 8, 2026

The course was very organized and also helpfule for basic understanding , highly recommend

KG

5.0Reviewed Jun 29, 2025

Super helpful course, can't wait to use this in the real world.

PK

5.0Reviewed Jun 12, 2025

very informative course and helpful in the journey of becoming Payroll specialist. Thankful to ADP.

TM

5.0Reviewed Jan 22, 2025

I find this course real knowledgeable and give me the opportunity to learn more about the career I am intreated in

SW

4.0Reviewed Nov 17, 2024

Some questions had incorrect answers. overall a great overview

HN

5.0Reviewed Aug 14, 2024

This is an expository course into various fascets of payroll, and how it overlaps with the finance and HR departments. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to make a career transition.

CC

5.0Reviewed Nov 8, 2024

Excellent overview of priorities and expectations in the payroll field. Giving skill set matches was very helpful. Enjoyed this course.

CE

5.0Reviewed Sep 8, 2024

Fairly well written, mostly useful if looking to prepare for a career with ADP or seeking a role within that company.

RD

4.0Reviewed Apr 18, 2025

I felt this course was way to basic. Hopefully next course I learn more.

RJ

5.0Reviewed Dec 11, 2025

Good course for Basic , Advance & Professional Level

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