Certified Payroll Professional

The Certified Payroll Professional is an advanced credential for those with payroll knowledge and experience. Prerequisites are required to take the CPP examination and individuals must complete an application.

Certified Payroll Professional Application

Please complete the CPP Exam Application before registering for the exam.

Purchasing the Exam

Once the application is approved you may register for the exam of your choice:

     • 2025 CPP North America Spring Exam - Remote
     • 2025 CPP North America Spring Exam
     • 2024 CPP International Exam
     • 2024 CPP Military Exam
     • CPP Learning Center Exam**

**Attendees of Payroll 201: The Payroll Administration Certificate Program at the Learning Center in Las Vegas have the opportunity to take the CPP exam at the end of each course regardless of the exam window.

Please note: You must register for Payroll 201: The Payroll Administration Certificate Program in order to be eligible to take the CPP exam at the Learning Center.

Effective Dates

View the Spring and Fall exam window dates here.

More Information

See the Certified Payroll Professional page for additional details.