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Course Description

This course focuses on the hands‑on math and regulatory requirements behind accurate payroll processing. Learners practice calculating gross pay, overtime, bonuses, and other compensation types. The course also covers federal and state tax withholdings, pre‑tax and post‑tax deductions, and the rules that determine how each amount is computed. Participants gain confidence in performing precise payroll calculations and ensuring compliance with withholding regulations.                                                            

Learner Outcomes

  • Calculate regular wages, overtime, bonuses, and other forms of compensation
  • Determine accurate federal and state tax withholdings
  • Apply pre‑tax and post‑tax deductions correctly
  • Verify payroll accuracy using standard calculation methods
  • Interpret wage and tax rules to ensure compliant payroll processing

Notes

This course is the 2nd course in the Mastering Payroll Certificate. It may also be taken as a stand-alone course.   

Format & Time Commitment: Virtual and self‑paced, with defined start and end dates. Expect to spend approximately 4 hours per week on coursework. 

Instructor: Sharon DeFonteny

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Payroll Calculations & Tax Withholdings
Type
Online, self paced
Dates
Oct 05, 2026 to Oct 30, 2026
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)

Section Notes

  • Instructor: Sharon DeFonteny
  • Course Format: Virtual, self-guided.
  • Course Duration: October 5, 2026 to October 30, 2026
  • Access to Course: An invitation into the online classroom will be emailed to you typically the Wednesday prior to the start of the course. If you haven’t received the invite by the following morning, you can forward the confirmation email to info@ugotclass.org for a prompt resend.

 

Section Title
Payroll Calculations & Tax Withholdings
Type
Online, self paced
Dates
Mar 01, 2027 to Mar 26, 2027
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)

Section Notes

  • Instructor: Sharon DeFonteny
  • Course Format: Virtual, self-guided.
  • Course Duration: March 1, 2027 to March 26, 2027
  • Access to Course: An invitation into the online classroom will be emailed to you typically the Wednesday prior to the start of the course. If you haven’t received the invite by the following morning, you can forward the confirmation email to info@ugotclass.org for a prompt resend.