Recognition of Prior Learning Assessment (Level 3)

For entry into Level 4 payroll technical study (e.g. Payroll Specialist Certificate).

This online assessment tests those who have completed the Certificate in Pensions Administration and/or the Payroll Technician Certificate, or have at least two years’ experience, who wish to progress to a higher level of study; using evaluation of existing knowledge.

Who is this assessment aimed at and entry requirements

This assessment will benefit you if you are working for an in-house payroll team, outsource provider or accountancy firm with experience of processing payroll and are competent in manual calculations.

Entry Requirements

Must be over 16 years of age.
Have a working knowledge of payroll processing.
Be competent in manual calculations of Income tax, NIC’s and Statutory payments.

Why should I invest in this assessment?

The Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) assessment is a requirement to enable those with suitable prior knowledge and practical know-how to enrol directly onto IPP Education’s Level 4 Payroll Specialist Certificate.

Assessment content

The Recognition of Prior Learning online assessment will test competency in the following areas.

Manual calculation of Income tax
Manual calculation of National Insurance Contributions
Manual calculation and legislation of Statutory pay and leave
Manual calculation and legislation of Statutory parental pay and leave

_{Please note: This assessment is valid for two years for entry into Level 4 payroll technical study.}

Entry Requirements

Must be over 16 years of age.
Have a working knowledge of payroll processing.
Be competent in manual calculations of Income tax, NIC’s and Statutory payments.