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Duration
up to 3 years
Tuition
$1,342
Online
Nov 2-Nov 2
Commitment
Part-Time
Delivery
Online
Credential
Certificate
Year Founded
1966
Scholarships
yes
Learn the payroll compliance responsibilities that affect organizations. Apply payroll legislation to calculate individual pay, calculate and report government and third-party remittances, year-end requirements and accounting for payroll at the compliance level of the organization. Graduates will be able to communicate this information effectively with all stakeholders.
The National Payroll Institute offers the only payroll designation in Canada.
The National Payroll Institute’s PCP designation is the foundation for a successful career in payroll. The PCP courses will help students gain an in-depth understanding of the legislative requirements to keep an organization compliant throughout the annual payroll cycle. When students achieve the designation, they join a growing community of supportive professionals and gain access to the resources needed to stay current and compliant.
The PCP designation requires three core payroll courses, an Introduction to Accounting course transfer credit, and one year of weighted payroll work experience:
Required courses
- Financial Accounting.
- Payroll Compliance Legislation – National Payroll Institute.
- Payroll Fundamentals 1 – National Payroll Institute.
- Payroll Fundamentals 2 – National Payroll Institute.
Additional ancillary fees for career services, health and counselling, athletics, student ID cards, and more may apply.
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Student Reviews (25)
Extremely Disappointing Experience with Centennial College – Poor Communication and No Accountability
Anonymous
September 16, 2026Graduated From
Centennial College
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My experience with Centennial College has been extremely frustrating and disappointing. What should have been a straightforward administrative issue has turned into a long and stressful process because my emails and requests have repeatedly gone unansw...
My experience with Centennial College has been extremely frustrating and disappointing. What should have been a straightforward administrative issue has turned into a long and stressful process because my emails and requests have repeatedly gone unanswered.
I contacted the appropriate departments multiple times regarding an issue with charges on my student account and requested clarification and assistance. Despite sending several emails to Accounts Receivable and Student experience, I received no meaningful response to my questions. I also created a CASS ticket, but that did not result in a satisfactory response or resolution either.
The most frustrating part is not simply the financial issue, it is the lack of communication and follow-up. When a student contacts a college repeatedly about an important account matter, they should not have to continuously chase different departments just to receive a basic response.
I have spent a considerable amount of time trying to get someone to properly review my situation. Instead of receiving clear answers, I have experienced no attention, unanswered emails, and what feels like being passed from one place to another without anyone taking responsibility for resolving the issue.
This situation has also caused me significant and ongoing stress, particularly. Students should not be left feeling helpless simply because college departments fail to respond to reasonable requests for clarification.
Centennial College needs to seriously improve its student support, communication, and accountability. Ignoring repeated emails and leaving students without answers is not acceptable customer service, especially when money is involved.
I hope the college reviews how these departments handle student complaints and account disputes. Students deserve timely communication, transparency, and a fair opportunity to have their concerns properly investigated.
Based on my experience, I am extremely disappointed with Centennial College's handling of this matter and with the lack of response from the departments I contacted.
Working with kids through placements
Larissa Black
Toronto • May 2, 2025Graduated From
Early Childhood Education
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As a current student in Centennial College’s Early Childhood Education program, I’m loving the experience so far! The curriculum is really well-rounded, covering everything from child development to creating inclusive learning environments. The bes...
As a current student in Centennial College’s Early Childhood Education program, I’m loving the experience so far! The curriculum is really well-rounded, covering everything from child development to creating inclusive learning environments. The best part is the hands-on experience—we get to work with kids through placements, which is amazing for applying what we learn in class.


