NMAPA Study Group & Certification Information

The NMAPA sponsors the famous "internet study group". We are proud to be able to support this cause. If you would like more information on how the internet study group could help you become a CPP or FPC, visit our website at www.cppfpcstudygroup.com.

The American Payroll Association offers two professional certifications: Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) and Certified Payroll Professional (CPP).

The Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)


is an exam-based certification designed specifically for (1) entry-level payroll practitioners; (2) payroll, HR, and finance consultants; (3) sales, service, and technology professionals interfacing with payroll operations; and (4) systems analysts and engineers developing and implementing payroll software solutions.

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)


The Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is an exam based certification attained by individuals who possess a high level of professional competency through both the acquisition of knowledge and direct payroll experience.

If you would like to contact the officers, you can send an email to nmapaofficers@apanmiss.com and it will reach everyone listed above.