Welcome to Getting Started with U.S. Payroll Fundamentals, the third course in ADP's Entry-level Payroll Specialist Professional Certificate program. This foundational course examines the core concepts and essential variables that underpin the U.S. payroll system. Students will explore the central role of employees in payroll operations, including pay variables, payment methods, and payroll register reports.
Learners will develop a solid foundation in U.S. payroll fundamentals, enabling them to navigate the complexities of employee compensation and comply with relevant labor laws and regulations.
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 Specialist.
Overview
Syllabus
- Payroll's Essential Variable: The Employee
- This module will explore the fundamental relationship between employee and employer and walk you through the considerations needed when hiring an employee.
- Employee Pay Variables
- In this module you will take a deep dive into paychecks and the variables that determine their value. You will also learn the how employers determine when and how to pay their employees.
- The Fair Labor and Standards Act (FLSA)
- This module provides an essential understanding of the FLSA and lays out best practices for accurately paying employees their due overtime wages.
Taught by
ADP Learning Academy
