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Certified Payroll Professionals (CPP) RCH Requirements Overview

Last Reviewed on: 06 Apr, 2026

RCH Requirements
120 CPP Recertification Credit Hours (RCHs)
License renewal period
December 31 after every 5 calendar years.
RCH Reporting Cycle
January 1 of the year following recertification and ends on December 31 of the fifth year following recertification.
Ethics Requirement
There is no ethics requirement.
Carry Over Credits
Certified Payroll Professionals cannot carry excess RCH credits over from the next reporting cycle.
Subject Area RestrictionThere is no minimum content requirement.

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Simplifying Regulations for 2026

RCH requirements
120 RCHs during the 5-year recertification period.
Initial RCH Hours
For CPPs recertifying for the first time, the recertification period begins the day certification is attained through December 31, five full calendar years later. View more
Ethics Requirement
There is no ethics requirement.
Content Requirement
There is no minimum content requirement.
Subject Areas
Click here to view CPP subject areas.
Learning Modes
100% of RCH can be through self-study.
Eligible Learning Activities
Eligible learning activities include seminars, self-study, programs, and webinars hosted by PayrollOrg or through pre-approved organizations, accredited colleges or universities, College credit (1 semester credit = 10 RCHs) and more.
RCH Deadline
December 31 of every fifth calendar year.
Fast Track CE
Our Fast Track CPP RCH packages are expertly curated bundles that meet CPP’s exact continuing education requirements. Save significant time selecting individual courses by choosing our comprehensive packages that cover all your RCH needs. View more
Reporting
January 1 of the year following recertification and ends on December 31 of the fifth year following recertification. 
License Renewal
The 5-year renewal period deadline is December 31. A $25 late fee applies if renewed between February 15 and June 1, and a $60 fee applies after June 1, both plus the $150 recertification fee. View more
Carry Forward
Carryforward of excess RCH is not allowed.
Record Retention
The CPP should keep accurate records of programs attended and necessary documentation for recertification. Retain these records as long as needed for compliance and audits.
Renewal Fees
The license renewal fee is $150. View more

Do MYCPE ONE Courses Qualify for RCH for Certified Payroll Professionals (CPP)? Yes!

The Certified Payroll Professionals (CPP) program accepts continuing education courses from Payroll.org-approved sponsors. MYCPE ONE, approved by Payroll.org (Sponsor ID: 372961), offers a variety of learning formats, including- 

  • Group Internet Based, 
  • QAS Self-Study, 
  • Group Live, and 
  • Nano Learning.

You can verify our Payroll.org sponsorship under MYCPE ONE on the Payroll.org Registry. For convenient access to our courses, click here to explore the MYCPE ONE course catalog. We offer an all-inclusive subscription model, similar to Netflix, where a single subscription gives you access to the largest online course catalog. Plus, our subscription rates are 60% lower than other platforms. Subscribe today!

Contact Information for Payroll.Org

PayrollOrg 
660 North Main Avenue, Suite 100, San Antonio, Texas 78205 USA 
Customer Service:   
Phone:  +1.210.224.6406   Fax:  +1.210.224.6038  
Website: Payroll.Org 


We Review RCH Compliance Requirements Every Six Months

At MYCPE ONE, we are committed to providing professionals across all designations with the most accurate and up-to-date continuing education information. Our team reviews and updates the RCH requirement information for Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) every Six months to reflect the latest standards and policies set by the Payroll.Org.

While we work diligently to ensure accuracy, we encourage professionals to confirm the requirements directly with their respective boards or credentialing authorities through the official links provided here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

CPP professionals must complete 120 Recertification Credit Hours (RCHs) within a five-year recertification period.

For first-time recertifying CPP professionals, the initial recertification period begins on the certification date and extends through December 31, five full calendar years later.

No, there is no ethics requirement for CPP recertification.

No, there is no minimum content requirement for CPP recertification.

Approved subject areas for CPP recertification can be viewed on the PayrollOrg website. Click here for more details. 

Yes, CPP professionals can fulfill 100% of their RCH requirements through self-study.

Eligible activities include seminars, self-study, programs, and webinars hosted by PayrollOrg or other pre-approved organizations, as well as accredited college or university courses (1-semester credit equals 10 RCHs) and more. 

No, the Short video (Nano learning) method is not approved for the RCH requirements of a Certified Payroll Professional.

The RCH completion deadline is December 31 every five years.

Our Fast Track CPP RCH packages provide curated course bundles designed to meet CPP’s continuing education requirements, simplifying course selection. 

The reporting period begins on January 1 of the year following initial recertification and ends on December 31 of the fifth year thereafter.

The five-year renewal period deadline is December 31. A late fee of $25 applies if renewed between February 15 and June 1, and a $60 fee applies after June 1, in addition to the $150 recertification fee.  

No, carryforward of excess RCH credits is not permitted.

CPP professionals should maintain accurate records of all programs attended and necessary documentation for recertification compliance and audits.

The recertification renewal fee is $150.

Here is a link to the CPP website to access FAQs on RCH Requirements and Regulations for Certified Payroll Professionals. 

Yes, the Certified Payroll Professionals (CPP) program accepts continuing education courses from sponsors approved by Payroll.org. MYCPE ONE, with Sponsor ID 372961, is an approved sponsor by Payroll.org. To check eligibility, refer to each course page's "QUALIFIES FOR" section.

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