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CAPA Review Course 2013. Paula Black CPP. “Tomorrow’s Payroll is Today!”. Welcome!. Thanks to ADP! Board Introductions Path to Certification CAPA Theme – “Tomorrow’s Payroll is Today!” Certification / Recertification. Agenda. Objectives Testing Information Next Steps Questions?.
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CAPA Review Course 2013 Paula Black CPP “Tomorrow’s Payroll is Today!” Chicago Chapter APA 2013
Welcome! • Thanks to ADP! • Board Introductions • Path to Certification • CAPA Theme – “Tomorrow’s Payroll is Today!” • Certification / Recertification Chicago Chapter APA 2013
Agenda • Objectives • Testing Information • Next Steps • Questions? Chicago Chapter APA 2013
Program Objectives • Personal / Professional • Interactive, Fun, & Educational • Support and Encouragement • Additional Resources • Goal: Certification Success! Chicago Chapter APA 2013
Study Option Support • Fundamentals of Payroll 2012 • KSAs – Knowledge, Skills, Abilities • Study Groups • KAC – APA Knowledge Assessment Calculator • Registration Guidance • Exam Encouragement & Follow Up • HELP! Email your questions or request a call: Chicago_Chapter_APA@hotmail.com Chicago Chapter APA 2013
Testing Information FPC Exam Additional Facts Test Fee $300.00 Duration – 3 Hours Based on US Regulations as of 1-1-2012 150 Questions (25 Pretest) Scaled Score / Pass 300 No Prior Experience – Payroll Position Required Study Hours – 80 - 100 Designed for Entry Level Payroll Practitioners Sales Professionals / Consultants System Analysts / Engineers Payroll Service Provider’s Client Representatives Chicago Chapter APA 2013
APA - www.americanpayroll.org Chicago Chapter APA 2013
APA - www.americanpayroll.org Chicago Chapter APA 2013
Next Steps • Complete Registration Form – Send to APA • Register: http://pearsonvue.com • Study!!! Study!!! Study!!! • Pub 15, 15a, 15b • Fundamentals of Payroll 2012 • KSA’s as a guide • KAC’s • Participate in a Study Group • Reach out for assistance! Chicago Chapter APA 2013
Testing Center / Exam • PearsonVue Nationwide Testing Facilities • Proctor dictates if breaks allowed • Have a nonprogrammable / battery calculator • Test is all multiple choice • All calculation questions answers can be derived • Computer Based Testing • Supplemental tables are built into the software • Whiteboards may be provided in lieu of paper Chicago Chapter APA 2013
Recertification Hours • RCH’s – Awarded for Class Attendance! • Attendance Sheets are used for Tracking • Certificates Awarded at Last Class, End of Day! Chicago Chapter APA 2013
General Housekeeping Information • Cell Phones - Turn Off or Place on Vibrate • Restrooms – Exit Cafeteria – to Left in the Hall • ADP is a Totally Non-Smoking Facility! • Must go off campus to smoke – not outside or in car! • Attire – Casual / Comfortable • Schedules on www.capaeducation.com • Be on Time! • Breakfast 8:30am – 9:00am; • Lunch and Breaks per schedule Chicago Chapter APA 2013
Contest for Pop Tops • GOAL: Collect 14lbs of Pop Tops! • Collect pop tops and turn in on last day of class • The one that brings the most wins a prize! • Contribution must be in a close container and labeled with your name and phone number Chicago Chapter APA 2013
Questions? Chicago Chapter APA 2013
Thank You!GO LEARN! Chicago Chapter APA 2013