CPP/FPC Study Group
The WMAC has organized a CPP/FPC Study Group as a benefit to our members. We have assembled a group of subject matter experts to teach these classes and are very proud that our pass rate typically surpasses the national average.
For 2026, the Study Group will prepare you for the exam being delivered in Fall 2026. The schedule and information is below.
2026 Summer Study Group
This study group will cover materials for the Fall 2026 exam which covers laws in place as of January 1, 2026.
Cost: $375.00 for members. (Does not include required text)
If you are not a current member of WMAC, please join first and then register for this class.
Registration Closes on June 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Class Format: This is a virtual format course - the Calculations portion will be in person
Required Text: 2026 Payroll Source
Hardcover Book can be purchased from PayrollOrg - HERE
Payroll Source Online can be purchased HERE
RCH: TBD
Fall 2026 Testing Window:
Registration: July 1 - October 2, 2026
Exam: September 5 - October 3, 2026
Subject scheduling may be modified or updated before classes begin, but dates are confirmed.
Wednesday Classes: 6:30 PM - 8:45 PM
Saturday Classes: 9:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Day of Calculations: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
| Class Dates | Day | Location | 2026 Payroll Source Chapters |
| June 17, 2026 | Wednesday | Zoom | Introductions, discuss exam, set expectations |
| June 24, 2026 | Wednesday | Zoom | Section 1 - The Employer-Employee Relationship |
| June 27, 2026 | Saturday | Zoom | Section 2 -Federal and State Wage-Hour Laws |
| July 1, 2026 | Wednesday | Zoom | Section 3 - Taxable and Nontaxable Compensation |
| July 8, 2026 | Wednesday | Zoom | Section 3 - Taxable and Nontaxable Compensation |
| July 11, 2026 | Saturday | Zoom | Section 4 - Health, Accident, and Retirement Benefits |
| July 15, 2026 | Wednesday | Zoom | Section 5 - Paying the Employee |
| July 18, 2026 | Saturday | Zoom | Section 6 - Withholding Taxes |
| July 22, 2026 | Wednesday | Zoom | Review |
| July 25, 2026 | Saturday | Zoom | Section 7 - Unemployment Insurance + Calculations |
| July 29, 2026 | Wednesday | Zoom | Section 8 - Depositing and Reporting Withheld Taxes |
| August 1, 2026 | Saturday | Zoom | Section 9 - Other Deductions From Pay + Review |
| August 5, 2026 | Wednesday | Zoom | Section 10 - Recordkeeping and Record Retention |
| August 8, 2026 | Saturday | Zoom | Section 11 - Payroll Accounting |
| August 12, 2026 | Wednesday | Zoom | Section 12 - Payroll Systems and Technology |
| August 15, 2026 | Saturday | In-Person | Day of Calculations |
| August 19, 2026 | Wednesday | Zoom | Section 13 - Managing a Payroll Department |
| August 22, 2026 | Saturday | Zoom | Section 14 - Payroll for U.S. EEs Abroad & Aliens in the U.S. |
| August 26, 2026 | Wednesday | Zoom | Practice Exam & Review |
Page Updated 02/21/2026
