Mary Kazmierczak, CPP
Thanks to our Host(s) Board Introductions Path to Certification CAPA- Keys to Success 2011 Certification
Objectives Study Support Options >SOS Testing Information Next steps Open Forum
Programs Objectives: ◦ Personal / Professional Growth ◦ Interactive & educational Presentations ◦ Support and encouragement ◦ Additional resources ◦ Certification Success
Fundamental of Payroll KSA- Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Study Groups KAC- APA Knowledge Assessment Calculator Registration Guidance Exam Encouragement & follow up Helpline –
Additional Facts 64% pass rate across country CAPA pass rate avg. 98% FPC Test fee $ Duration – 3 hours Based on U.S. Regulations 150 questions Scaled score / Pass 300 No prior experience- Payroll position required Study hours–
CPP Test fee $ Duration – 4 hours Based on U.S. Regulations 190 questions Scaled score/Pass 300 3 or more years experience/ Manager Approval Study Hours– FPC Test fee $ Duration – 3 hours Based on U.S. Regulations 150 questions Scaled score / Pass 300 No prior experience- Payroll position required Study hours–
PearsonVue nationwide testing facilities Proctor dictates, if breaks allowed Have a nonprogramable / battery calculator Test is all multiple choice All calculation question answers can be derived at Computer based Supplemental tables are built into the software Whiteboards are provided in lieu of paper
Complete Registration form- send to APA Register: Study- ◦ Pub 15, 15a, 15b ◦ Payroll Source 2010 ◦ KSA’s as a guide ◦ KAC’s ◦ Participate in a Study Group ◦ Reach out for assistance
RCH’s- Awarded for the classes attended Based on attendance sheet Certificates at the last class
Cell Phones– please turn off or place on vibrate Restrooms– Exit Cafeteria– to the left in the Hall Smoking – Outside the atrium in the rear of the bldg Attire- Casual-Comfortable Menus- Breakfast 8:30 – 9:00 Lunch- today 12:15 – 1:00 (vary week to week) Breaks- Morning, and Afternoon (snacks) Suggestions- back area– suggestion cards
Thank you !