401(k) Training & Certification Program

(Contact Hours: 8) $399.00

Course Description

401(k) plan implementation, communication, and administration are some of the hardest and most complex tasks undertaken by organizations. Our 401(k) Plan Training & Certification Program is loaded with information on plan design, administrative options, and compliance requirements - all written in non-legal terms and supported with numerous tips, examples, and interactive questions - that help you to understand the many and complex 401(k) rules. There is also a special "Bookmark" feature so you can learn at your own pace.

Outcomes

This course contains numerous End Of Lesson Quizzes to help you measure your progress and mastery of the materials. You can also earn a "Certified 401(k) Administrator" designation!

Assessment

Successful completion of the "Certified 401(k) Administrator" test! Certification tests are comprised of 50 randomly-generated questions that are mostly multiple choice, scenario-based questions that test the students ability to apply the learned content. A score of 85 or higher is required to earn Certification.

Course Information (see above or below lessons, outlines, activities, etc.)

The 401(k) Training & Certification Program

401(k) plan implementation, communication, and administration are some of the hardest and most complex tasks undertaken by organizations.

Our 401(k) Plan Training & Certification Program is loaded with information on plan design, administrative options, and compliance requirements - all written in non-legal terms and supported with numerous tips, examples, and interactive questions - that help you to understand the many and complex 401(k) rules. There is also a special "Bookmark" feature so you can learn at your own pace

You can test to earn a "Certified 401(k) Plan Administrator" designation upon completion of the Program. This Program also qualifies for eight hours of PHR and SPHR re-certification credits!

By taking this course, you will learn:

What documentation is required to implement and operate a 401(k) plan
Which employees can be specifically included or excluded from plan participation
How to properly handle loans, distributions, vesting, and taxation
How to properly administer plan forfeitures
To understand and comply with non-discrimination rules and/or perform non-discrimination tests
What fiduciary responsibilities your organization has
To comply with annual reporting requirements

Course Testimonials

"These Training & Certification Programs are excellent tools for training both new and experienced administrators. The Program is well designed and very easy to use. We highly recommend them to all of our clients." - Gary Mosiman

"I truly enjoyed being able to take the Training & Certification Program right at my own computer! My schedule is very busy and it was nice being able to study and test on my timeline and not someone else's. Thank you for providing this service!" - Sandra Wilcox

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