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Join one of our School of Business Virtual Info Sessions. To register, select the date you'd like to attend:
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Tuesday, January 27, 6-7 p.m.
- Tuesday, February 10, 6-7 p.m.
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Tuesday, February 24, 6-7 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 10, 6-7 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 24, 6-7 p.m.
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Tuesday, April 7, 6-7 p.m.
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Program description - September 2026
Launch a career in finance with Conestoga's Payroll and Bookkeeping (Optional Co-op) diploma.
Are you organized, detail-oriented and interested in how businesses manage money and pay their employees? Whether you're starting out or making a career change, Conestoga's Payroll and Bookkeeping diploma program is a great fit for those looking to start a career in payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.
In just two years, you'll gain the technical skills and industry knowledge needed to manage payroll systems, ensure compliance with government regulations and support bookkeeping operations in any organization. You'll learn how to use both manual and computerized accounting systems, explore compensation and benefits strategies and prepare for certification as a Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) through the National Payroll Institute, a credential that can boost your salary and career potential.
What you'll learn
- Bookkeeping, payroll processing and accounting principles
- Payroll legislation, compliance and government reporting
- Compensation and benefits administration
- Manual and computerized payroll systems used in Canadian businesses
- Preparation for PCP certification and future leadership credentials
Interested in taking this program part time?
See our Payroll and Bookkeeping part-time program for more information.
Program details
Estimated tuition & fees
Tuition and fee details for programs starting September 2026 and later will be available Spring 2026. Listed below are the tuition and fee details for the 2025-2026 academic year (September 2025 to August 2026) for your selected intake. Books and supplies may be additional.
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International
Canadian fee details (non co-op option)
| Description | Fall 2025 | Winter 2026 | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Program Tuition – Basic + | $1360.26 | $1360.26 | $1360.26 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.16 | $8.16 | $8.16 |
| CSI Association Fee | $38.25 | $38.25 | $38.25 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $354.00 | - | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $30.00 | - | - |
| *eText Fee | $403.00 | $896.00 | - |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| Student Services | $89.00 | $89.00 | $89.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - | - |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $10.80 | $10.80 | $10.80 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $2538.47 | $2572.47 | $1676.47 |
| Year Total | $6787.41 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
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International fee details (non co-op option)
| Description | Fall 2025 | Winter 2026 | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $7513.00 | $7513.00 | $7513.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.16 | $8.16 | $8.16 |
| CSI Association Fee | $38.25 | $38.25 | $38.25 |
| CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) | $595.00 | - | - |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $308.00 | - | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $30.00 | - | - |
| *eText Fee | $403.00 | $896.00 | - |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| ISR (International Student Recovery) | $375.00 | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| Student Services | $89.00 | $89.00 | $89.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - | - |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $10.80 | $10.80 | $10.80 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $9615.21 | $9100.21 | $8204.21 |
| Year Total | $26919.63 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
Returning student tuition & fees
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Co-op information
- Co-op programs add value to your education. Earn money while you apply what you've learned in a real workplace environment. Visit Co-operative education for more information.
- The College cannot guarantee co-op employment. All co-op students are required to conduct an independent co-op job search in addition to the supports and services provided by the Department of Co-op Education.
- Students are responsible for their own transportation and associated costs in order to complete work term requirements. Work locations may not always be readily accessible by public transportation.
- In order for a student to participate in a WIL experience/Co-op work term, students must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Applying to the co-op stream
- All applicants apply to the non co-op program. Students will be informed of the application deadline and process to apply for the Co-op Stream. Labour market conditions determine the number of co-op seats in optional co-op programs. Not every student who meets academic eligibility requirements will be admitted to the co-op stream.
- To be considered for admission to the co-op stream, students are required to achieve a minimum 70% session weighted average, and no failed or dropped courses in Levels 1 and 2.
- International students will require work permits to utilize the co-op job board for job search and to accept employment. Students are currently experiencing longer than usual wait times for work permits. Please be advised that there will be no co-op program service fee refunds after the program withdrawal for refund date. Students that have not received their work permit and choose to remain in co-op after the program withdrawal for refund date do so at their own risk and will not be refunded. If you are concerned about receiving your work permit in time to achieve co-op employment, please discuss your situation with your co-op advisor as early as possible.
Delivery sequence - September 2026 - Online
This delivery sequence is for the non co-op option.
| FALL | WINTER | SPRING |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Class | Break |
| Class | Class |
This delivery sequence is for the co-op option.
There is no co-op delivery sequence.Affiliations
