American Payroll Association

An overview of the American Payroll Association (APA), including its mission, membership benefits, professional certification, publications, and education offerings.

Mission Statement

The American Payroll Association is the professional society for Payroll Professionals. Founded in 1982 it is run by a professional staff under the direction of the Executive Director, the member President, and Board of Directors. The Association pursues the following objectives:

1. To increase the Payroll Professional's skill level through education and mutual support.
2. To obtain recognition for payroll work as practiced in today's business and legislative environments and as a professional discipline.
3. To represent the Payroll Professional on the federal, state and local level.
4. To provide public service education on payroll and employment issues.

Certification
 
APA sets the standards for payroll excellence though certification programs at two levels. Explore the benefits of certification for you and your staff.
Fundamental Payroll Certification
Certified Payroll Professional