If you have made your commitment to become certified in the payroll profession in 2026, you may begin your preparations for the exam. Make certification your goal for 2026. It’s a resolution that is completely obtainable.

10-Week CPP/FPC Study Group

POTENTIAL TO EARN 20 RCHs !!! Cost: $100

>>> WINTER STUDY GROUP <<<

You may already be certified and are seeking an economical way to earn RCHs to retain your certification and keep your payroll knowledge current.

 The NY Metro Chapter is here to assist you in preparing for the CPP or FPC exams as well as retaining your certification.

NY Metro’s Board of Directors Study Group Chair & Government Liaison, Christopher Wood crwood3@gmail.com, will facilitate

***IMPORTANT*** 

  • The study group serves as a refresher course for those planning to take the test. You will not be taught from scratch

  • FIRST, Learn the material via self-instruction or attend a course offered by PayrollOrg or a local college

  • The FPC and CPP handbooks will provide many resources that can be applied to learn the material

  • After which, the study group meetings can help you focus as your test approaches

  • The Study group can be utilized as an assessment tool to measure knowledge & timed testing skills

 Already certified?

  • The study group can grant you up to 20 RCHs per year to help maintain your certification

  • Each 2-hour session attended is worth 2 RCHs

  • You cannot receive credit for the same 2-hour session in a calendar year (winter & summer)

  • Check out the PayrollOrg Website here for more information: CPP and FPC Overview | PayrollOrg

Important Study Group Requirements & Information

  • Date: January 21 - March 25

  • Duration: 10 weeks

  • Virtual Meeting: Weekly on Wednesdays

  • Time: 6 pm - 8 pm

  • Online (You will be provided with Login Instructions 1 week before classes begin)

Exam Dates

The SPRING exam registration window will be open from November 10, 2025, through April 17, 2026. Candidates will sit for the exam from January 5 through April 18, 2026. The exam will feature questions based on federal laws and regulations in effect as of January 1, 2025.

Schedule your exam through your online Certification Dashboard.

The FALL exam registration window will be open July 1, 2026, through October 2, 2026. Candidates will sit for the exam from September 5 through October 3, 2026. The exam will feature questions based on federal laws and regulations in effect as of January 1, 2026.

North America residents can now register and take their exam from the comfort of their home or office using OnVUE, PearsonVUE's online proctoring exam delivery system! North American residents can now register and take their exam from the comfort of their home or office using OnVUE, Pearson VUE's online proctoring exam delivery system.

  • The exam is offered in North America during the following windows:

  • Spring 2026
    Registration: November 10, 2025 - April 17, 2026
    Exam: January 5 - April 18, 2026

  • Fall 2026
    Registration: July 1 - October 2, 2026
    Exam: September 5 - October 3, 2026.

  • For information on taking the exam at the Learning Center in Las Vegas, internationally, and on military bases, review the Candidate Handbook.

  • Mid-year legislative and regulatory changes are NOT reflected on that year’s exam.REGISTRATION - NOW OPEN

>>> 2026 Summer Study Group Syllabus <<***

Your PayPal or Zelle payment = Your Registration *** 

*** New Preferred Payment Option: Zelle ***

Zelle email for the NY Metro Chapter is:

nymetroapa@gmail.com

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