Looking to streamline your business's payroll management and stay compliant with regulations? You've come to the right place!
Our in-person payroll training courses provide comprehensive training to help your team stay on top of the latest developments in payroll and avoid costly errors.
By enrolling in Australian Payroll Association (APA) training delivered by Payroll Edge, you can learn from experienced payroll experts who have decades of experience in the field. Not only will these courses help you avoid financial losses, penalties, and reputation damage, but they will also equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to effectively manage payroll and boost your business's financial stability and reputation.
APA Payroll Courses Delivered by Payroll Edge
Payroll Essentials Course
The APA Payroll Essentials Course is perfect for people who are new to the payroll profession or for people looking to sharpen their payroll skills.
During this course, we’ll introduce you to the areas of payroll and make sure you’re up-to-date with the latest state and federal legislation.
APA Member discounts apply.
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Understand the National Employment Standards, conditions of employment and modern awards
Distinguish between employment categories and employees vs contractors
Understand the payroll process and payroll components including allowances, deductions and penalty rates and loadings
Be aware of the legal requirements of payslips and record keeping obligations
Understand how to accrue all types of leave in all states and territories
Have a complete understanding of the government funded paid parental scheme and employer obligations
Have introductory knowledge of superannuation
Understand basic terminations
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Duration: Full Day
Location: Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel, Darwin NT
Cost: $995
APA Member discounts apply. Email us at training@payrolledge.com.au to receive your APA member discount code.
Advanced Payroll Course
The APA Advanced Payroll Course is suitable for people who have several years experience in the payroll profession under their belt and want to make sure their knowledge of complex payroll legislation and calculations is up-to-date.
APA Member discounts apply.
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Have up-to-date knowledge of long service leave rules for all States and territories
Master the entitlement to long service leave for all States and territories in each jurisdiction and how it is paid
Be able to determine the rate of payment for employees taking long service leave and pro rata long service leave
Be able to apply the correct tax treatment for long service leave on termination
Acknowledge the interaction between long service leave and Public Holidays and Workers Compensation Leave
Have a comprehensive knowledge of superannuation including SGC, superannuation splitting, salary sacrifice, choice and fund, RESC and maximum contribution base
Understand Employer Obligations under the Superannuation Guarantee Administration Act and the penalties for non-compliance
Recognise the impact of salary sacrifice arrangements and Reportable Employer Superannuation Contributions
Know how to calculate payroll tax in all states and territories, when it is payable and the definition of wages
Know each of the elements which make up a termination pay
Understand how to tax redundancies and what to report in Lump Sum A, B and D through STP
Know what an ETP is and how to determine its elements
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Duration: Full Day
Location: Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel, Darwin NT
Cost: $995
APA Member discounts apply. Email us at training@payrolledge.com.au to receive your APA member discount code.
Understanding Modern Awards Course
The APA Understanding Modern Awards Course is suitable for people that are responsible for interpreting the terms and conditions in modern awards from a payroll perspective.
The course covers the different components of a modern award which will impact on an employees' pay.
APA Member discounts apply.
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Have knowledge of the industrial relations framework in Australia
Understand how to determine which modern award/s will apply to their workplace and their employees
Get to know what can and can't be included in an IFA
Understand the various award clauses which determine an employee's pay including ordinary hours, overtime, penalty rates and allowances
Be able to determine if they have additional superannuation obligations beyond the SG legislation
Know how to determine when an award has been varied and how to find a past variation
Know how to use the Fair Work Ombudsman tools
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Duration: Full Day
Location: Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel, Darwin NT
Cost: $995
APA Member discounts apply. Email us at training@payrolledge.com.au to receive your APA member discount code.
Understanding SCHADS Award Course
Gain the confidence to correctly interpret and apply the Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS) Award in your payroll operations.
This course provides a detailed look at the complex provisions of the SCHADS Award, exploring its impact on employee pay, entitlements, and compliance obligations. Delivered in person, this program offers real-world case studies, hands-on activities, and expert-led discussions to ensure participants leave with practical, applicable skills.
APA Member discounts apply.
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Understand the industrial relations framework in Australia
Determine whether the SCHADS Award applies to their workplace and employees
Identify the differences between full-time, part-time, and casual employment and how terms vary
Apply minimum wages and allowances correctly
Interpret award clauses covering ordinary hours, overtime, shift work, and penalty rates
Understand pay obligations for sleepovers, excursions, remote work, and broken shifts
Identify break entitlements and potential pay implications when breaks are not provided
Find and apply additional leave entitlements, including shift-worker leave and leave loading
Recognise superannuation obligations beyond standard SG requirements
Locate and interpret award variations and historical changes
Use Fair Work Ombudsman tools effectively
Understand Individual Flexibility Arrangements (IFAs) and apply best practice when implementing them
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Duration: Full Day
Location: Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel, Darwin NT
Cost: $995
APA Member discounts apply. Email us at training@payrolledge.com.au to receive your APA member discount code.
Not sure if this training is right for you or want to express interest in other courses or dates?
Reach out to the Payroll Edge Team for assistance.
Why learn from Payroll Edge
Our team of experienced Payroll Experts are here to help you learn. You’ll love learning from the Payroll Edge team because:
We are a supportive team who thrive off helping other people.
We are payroll people - we get it.
We are payroll advocates and appreciate the importance of getting it right.
We have helped many organisations of all sizes improve their payroll processes.
Our real world experience and stories helps bring value to the training.