Admissions
Program Overview
This program equips you with practical knowledge in accounting principles, payroll systems, tax processes, bookkeeping, budget analysis, and financial software. You’ll learn how to manage financial records, prepare reports, process payroll accurately, and support daily financial operations in businesses of all sizes.
What do Accounting & Payroll Administrator do?
Accounting & Payroll professionals play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy and ensuring employees are compensated correctly. Their work supports organizational stability and compliance with Canadian financial regulations.
Their duties typically include:
Financial recordkeeping, financial reporting, budgeting support, tax preparation, payroll processing, and managing compensation documentation.
These skills prepare you for financial roles across a wide range of industries.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are prepared to work in many business and finance environments, including:
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Corporate finance departments
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Accounting firms
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Small and medium-sized businesses
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Non-profit organizations
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Government offices
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Payroll service companies
Career opportunities include:
Bookkeeper, Payroll Clerk, Accounting Assistant, Finance Administrator, Payroll Coordinator, and more.
Admissions
Students must meet ALL of the following criteria
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Alberta high school diploma, verified by transcript, with 50% or better in Grade 12 English and a Grade 12 Mathematics, or non-Alberta equivalent
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Successful interview with the Admission Advisor OR
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Successful completion of the General Equivalency Diploma
(G.E.D.) with a standard score of 450 or better in English and Mathematics
Pre-practicum requirement -
Current Police Information Check (PIC) with a Vulnerable Sector
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Complete Immunization Record
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CPR & First Aid certificates.
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Students must meet ALL of the following criteria
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Be at least 18 years of age prior to admission
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Successful test result of Entrance Examination (Wonderlic
Scholastic Level Exam) -
Successful interview with the Admission Advisor
Pre-practicum requirement
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Current Police Information Check (PIC) with a Vulnerable Sector
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Complete Immunization Record
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CPR & First Aid certificates.
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From a country where the language of instruction is not English, will need to provide evidence of English Language Proficiency and valid for 2 years from issue date.
Acceptable English Proficiency Prior Admission:
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International English Language Testing System (IELTS-Academic Part).
Over-all score 6.0. (http://ielts.org) -
Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLBA) with a score of 7.0 but no section below 7 (https://www.language.ca/home/
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Test of English as Foreign Language Computer-based exam (TOEFL iBT) with standard passing score of 80 with 20 in each category. (https://www.ets.org/toefl)
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Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL) with passing score of 60
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points (https://www.cael.ca/D
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CanTest with average passing of 4.5 (https://www.tpstests.com/cantest-exam.html)
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The Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELA) with 70 passing (https://michiganassessment.org/test-takers/tests/melab/)
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Pearson Test of English (PTE) with minimum score of 75 points
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Program Length
54 weeks
Accounting & Payroll Administrator
Program Delivery
Combination/Hybrid
Credential
Diploma
Custom strategies designed to meet the specific needs and goals of your business
Tailored
Solutions
A team of seasoned consultants with extensive industry experience and knowledge.
Expert
Instructors
Cutting-edge methods and tools to drive efficiency and growth.
Innovative Approaches
End-to-end solutions covering all aspects of your business, from strategy to execution.
Industry
Partners
A history of success with numerous satisfied clients and tangible results.
Proven Track Record
Contact Us
Get in Touch with a CHBC Staff
If you have any questions or need more information, our team is here to help. Contact us today, and we’ll be happy to assist you with any inquiries you may have.
(587) 330-3359
