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Payroll Courses

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Sage Business Cloud Computerised Payroll Course (Level 1 & 2)

£300Inc. VAT

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Online training course

Get 24/7 access to your Sage Payroll course materials and study anytime, anywhere, to suit your lifestyle.

Personalised tutor support

Receive unlimited guidance from seasoned payroll and accounting professionals with real-world industry experience.

Sage-approved resources

Learn using Sage-accredited courseware that aligns with the latest industry standards and best practices.

Industry-leading eLearning platform

Study through our intuitive and reliable learning platform, built to make online training seamless on any device.

Comprehensive payroll curriculum

Build practical payroll knowledge, including statutory payments, HMRC reporting, and pension contributions.

Official Sage Certification

Earn a career-boosting Sage Payroll certificate upon completion, validating your skills and boosting your job prospects in payroll and finance roles.

Meet your Sage Payroll Tutor

Karen Groves

Karen Groves, Faculty Director of Accounting and Payroll, plays a vital role in supporting your learning throughout your Sage Payroll course. With a strong background in payroll processing and accounting practice, she brings real-world insight and a practical approach to training.

Karen began her teaching career delivering Sage software training and has helped thousands of learners gain the confidence and skills needed to succeed in payroll and finance roles. She has completed all ACCA exams and holds a CertEd teaching qualification and an assessor award. Karen has also held senior governance positions, including Vice Chair of an awarding organisation and Chair of Audit and Finance, reflecting her leadership and influence in the sector. Her commitment to student achievement has earned her national recognition, including earning the coveted AAT Tutor of the Year award, for her outstanding teaching style and student support.

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Progress your career advancement with our Payroll certification

Our Sage Payroll certification will help you gain the practical skills and up-to-date knowledge needed for payroll job roles. With our industry-accredited training, you'll develop the skills and expertise employers expect in modern payroll roles.

Join the growing number of professionals who trust our payroll training to advance their careers. With a well-established reputation and years of experience delivering high-quality payroll courses, we've built a strong foundation for learner success.

Industry recognition & credibility

The Sage Payroll certificate is widely recognised by employers and respected across the finance and payroll sectors. Earning this Payroll certification will help you stand out to hiring managers and secure a payroll position faster in the job market.

Receive high-quality Payroll training

With over 630,000 students worldwide and more than a decade of experience in professional training, e-Careers is trusted by learners and employers alike. We’re proud to hold an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot based on over 14,818 reviews.
Throughout your Payroll training, you’ll cover a wide range of essential and advanced payroll services and topics, including:
- Setting up employee records and payroll systems
- Calculating gross pay and statutory deductions
- Processing statutory sick pay, maternity pay, and adoption pay
- Managing pensions and automatic enrolment
- Producing payslips and end-of-period reports
- Submitting real-time information to HMRC
This course builds your technical skills in using Sage Business Cloud Payroll and helps you understand the wider processes behind payroll operations. The knowledge you gain is directly transferable to payroll roles across various industries.

Career impact

Our Payroll certification strengthens your professional skill set and prepares you for success in HR and payroll support roles. It enhances your career prospects by opening up payroll, HR, and finance opportunities across various industries.

Study our Payroll course affordably

Invest in your career with a Sage Payroll course designed to be flexible and affordable. We offer 0% interest payment plans, allowing you to spread the cost through manageable monthly instalments. Our pricing is also fully transparent and includes VAT, so you'll always know exactly what you're paying from the start.

Flexible courses

Study Sage Payroll your way, as our course is built to fit into your schedule. Unlike traditional payroll classes online, our payroll training allows you to learn your online learning modules wherever and whenever suits you.

Receive added value

Enhance your learning experience with exclusive student benefits designed to support your journey.
As an e-Careers student, you'll receive a Totum Pro student discount card, giving you access to savings on top brands, travel, entertainment, and more — along with membership benefits that help you make the most of your study life while you learn.

Get expert Tutor support

Learners receive consistent training and exam preparation support from the moment they begin with our Sage Payroll course. Our expert payroll professionals are available throughout your training to explain key concepts, answer questions, and offer guidance tailored to your progress.

Balance Payroll study with your schedule

Sage Payroll training allows you to learn when it suits you best. You can shape your study around your lifestyle with no fixed deadlines or timetables.

You can take time with new topics or move quickly through sections you already know. This self-paced structure makes it easier to balance your course with work, family, or other commitments.

Payroll certification FAQs

What course is best for payroll?

The Sage Business Cloud Payroll course is an ideal payroll qualification if you're new to payroll or looking to formalise your knowledge. It covers essential processes, legislation, and reporting, providing a solid foundation for working confidently in payroll roles.

What qualifications do I need for payroll?

You don't need formal qualifications to start working in payroll, but recognised training like Sage Payroll significantly improves your job prospects. It shows employers you have the practical skills and knowledge needed to handle payroll accurately.

What is the best way to learn payroll?

Online training is one of the most flexible and effective ways to learn. A structured course like Sage Payroll allows you to study at your own pace, with Tutor support and up-to-date content that reflects current payroll legislation.

Is payroll a hard skill?

Without the correct training, payroll can be considered a difficult skill to master as it involves technical knowledge, payroll compliance guidelines, legal expertise, and attention to detail. However, with the proper training and support, it becomes much easier to master.

Do you need training to do payroll?

While some payroll knowledge can be learned on the job, taking payroll courses online provides the structure and depth needed to manage payroll processes correctly and confidently — especially when working with HMRC requirements and reporting.