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Practical Diploma in Payroll Administration - course

Become a certified payroll administrator with PDL

Do you want to grow as a payroll professional and boost your career opportunities? Then the Practical Diploma in Payroll Administration (PDL) is a must. Many people are looking for a payroll administration course or payroll training, but did you know that a comprehensive payroll administration training leading to a formal certification offers many more career opportunities?

This course teaches you everything you need to know about payroll administration, payroll tax, social security, labour law and personnel management. Our experienced practical trainers guide you through use cases in an engaging, interactive teaching method, enabling you to master the material quickly and effectively.

What is the difference between a payroll administration course and a payroll administration training program?

A payroll administration course is often short and only covers the basics, while a comprehensive payroll administration training program delves deeper into the subject matter and leads to a recognized diploma. The PDL training program offers a comprehensive and practical approach, allowing you to start working as a payroll administrator right away.

Course content

The PDL training program consists of three modules that are essential for anyone working in the Netherlands payroll administration or payroll accounting:

  1. PDL Employment Law & Social Security
    • 6 online classrooms of 2 hours + 1 hour of exam training

  2. PDL Employment Law & Social Security

  3. PDL Payroll Taxes
    • 6 online classrooms of 2 hours + 1 hour of exam training

  4. PDL Payroll Taxes

  5. PDL Personnel, Organization and Communication
    • 4 online classrooms of 2 hours

    PDL Personnel, Organization and Communication Module


Exam and certification

You can take an exam for each module at the Association for Examination. If you pass the exams for all three modules, you will receive the PDL diploma. This entitles you to register in the highly recognised Payroll Administration Register (RSa) of NIRPA (Netherlands Institute of Registered Payroll Administrators). This maximises your chances on the job market as a payroll professional.

Why choose a PDL program?

A payroll professional plays a crucial role within every organisation. Not only do you ensure an accurate, compliant and timely payroll processing, but you also monitor compliance with laws and regulations, advise management and employees, and contribute to cost savings and generating actionable insights based on payroll results. With PDL, you lay a solid foundation for a successful career in payroll.

Learn from practical trainers

Our trainers are active professionals in the field of payroll. They link theory to practice and bring the course material to life with realistic use cases. This not only improves your understanding of the material but also allows you to apply it directly in your work environment.

Study approach and method

The online sessions take place weekly. During the lessons:

  • Complex course material is explained clearly
  • You will hear which material you need to study
  • You will receive practice assignments to master the material
  • You can ask questions and discuss anything unclear

Home study is essential for the successful completion of the program. Depending on your study pace and prior knowledge, you can expect to spend at least a couple of half-days per week on the program.

Who is this program suitable for?

  • Payroll professionals
  • Financial administrative staff
  • Human resources officers
  • Compensation advisors
  • Anyone who aspires to hold one of the above positions

Entry level

Basic knowledge of payroll administration is useful, for example through practical experience.

Register today!

Would you like to expand your knowledge and career opportunities in Dutch payroll? Sign up now for the PDL program!

DocNr: 253495
Consists of different modules
16 block of 2 hours + 2 bocks of 1 hour (34 hours total)
Start date: Monday 29 September 2025

Instructor(s)


Price

From € 2.050,00 per participant

All-in price, including:

online documentation
access to the online classroom

but excluding:

books
exam costs
VAT

About this course

  • Maximum of 15 participants
  • Basic level

About time zones

Time schedules are given in Central European Time (CET).