Certificate in Accounting
The Accounting Certificate encompasses an area of study which includes basic accounting, financial and managerial accounting principles, income tax accounting and accounting general ledger software. The Accounting Certificate is designed to prepare students for entry level accounting positions as accounting clerks and bookkeepers. The Accounting Certificate courses combine classroom lectures, demonstrations and a wide use of technology to ensure relevant training.
Certificate of Achievement Level Student Learning Outcomes
Students completing the Accounting Certificate of Achievement will:
- Prepare accurate reports for decision-making and regulatory compliance using general ledger software and commonly used office software programs.
- Possess a working knowledge of accounting and business terminology and accounting principles and concepts used in the business environment.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | ||
| ACCT 101 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| or ACCT 101H | Financial Accounting - Honors | |
| ACCT 102 | Managerial Accounting | 4 |
| or ACCT 102H | Managerial Accounting - Honors | |
| ACCT 110 | Income Tax Accounting | 4 |
| BUS 132 | Business, Ethics and Society | 3 |
| Select one (1) of the following courses: | ||
| Microcomputer Applications I | 4 | |
| Introduction to Microsoft Office Applications | 3.5 | |
| Microsoft Excel | 3 | |
| Select one (1) of the following courses: | ||
| Accounting | 4 | |
| QuickBooks | 2 | |
| Introduction to Business | 3 | |
| Principles of Money Management | 3 | |
| Business Communications | 3 | |
| Business Law and the Legal Environment I | 3 | |
or BUS 160H | Business Law and the Legal Environment I - Honors | |
| Total Units | 20-23 | |
1-Year Curriculum Map Example
This map represents one possible pathway through the program and is only for reference.
*It is highly recommended that you make an appointment to create a customized education plan that fits your needs.
Note: Co-requisite STAT course (2 units) and/or substitute ENGL C1000E (5 units) may be needed based on placement.
Some courses numbered “1000” or “1001” are temporarily showing in the catalog without a “C” in front of the number. Please use the official course number of “C1000” or “C1001” when searching the class schedule.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term 1 | Units | |
| ACCT 100 | Accounting | 4 |
| BUS 132 | Business, Ethics and Society | 3 |
| ENGL 1000 | Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing or Academic Reading and Writing - Honors | 4-5 |
| ITIS 130 | Microcomputer Applications I | 4 |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Winter Term 1 | ||
| ACCT 101 or ACCT 101H | Financial Accounting or Financial Accounting - Honors | 4 |
| Units | 4 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| ACCT 102 or ACCT 102H | Managerial Accounting or Managerial Accounting - Honors | 4 |
| ACCT 110 | Income Tax Accounting | 4 |
| STAT 1000 or STAT 1000H | Introduction to Statistics or Introduction to Statistics - Honors | 4 |
| Units | 12 | |
| Total Units | 31-32 | |
Career Opportunities
There are a variety of careers you can do with this major.
To explore more about this major, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.