Accounting Certificate
Computerized Accounting
Overview
Students gain skills and knowledge in computer applications, accounting theory, and tax applications. A certificate in Computerized Accounting serves as an opening to businesses needing students trained in Excel, QuickBooks, and tax software for general accounting duties.
| Courses |
Credits |
| GIT102 |
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1 |
| ACC100 |
|
|
3 |
| ACC103 |
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|
3 |
| ACC210 |
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|
3 |
| GIT110 |
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|
3 |
| ACC201 |
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|
3 |
| BUS102 |
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|
3 |
| GIT125 |
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|
3 |
| ACC115 |
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|
3 |
ACC263 (or)
BUS261 |
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VITA Practicum (or)
Business Administration Cooperative Work Experience
ACC263 VITA Practicum
This Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) practicum provides an opportunity for students to perform a community service in cooperation with the Internal Revenue Service. The course trains students to prepare tax returns for low to mid income taxpayers in the community.
Prerequisite: C- or higher in ACC210
Offered: Spring
BUS261 Business Administration Cooperative Work Experience
Students work in an organizational setting for no less than 150 hours to receive practical training and experience related to the student's academic program. All students enrolled in Business Administration programs are encouraged to take a cooperative work experience. This course is limited to students enrolled in Business Administration programs.
Prerequisite: Approval by the Business internship instructor
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
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3 |
| Total Credits |
28 |
Career Outlook
According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, employment of bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks is expected to grow 14% from 2010 to 2020, as fast as the average for all occupations. Job growth for these workers is largely driven by overall economic growth. As the number of organizations increases, more bookkeepers are needed to keep these organizations’ books. In addition, in response to the recent financial crisis, investors pay increased attention to the accuracy of corporate books. Stricter regulation in the financial sector creates demand for accounting services, creating opportunities for accounting clerks.
Program Completion
Completion of a program is based on full time enrollment. Many of our students attend part time and may not complete within the one year timeline.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Computerized Accounting Certificate, students are able to:
- Demonstrate desirable work habits including verbal/written communication skills, technological competence, critical thinking, and problem solving.
- Demonstrate ethical behavior and confidentiality with financial data.
- Assume an entry-level position within a business to help in basic accounting activities with duties that may include data input in tax preparation, payroll, and general accounting functions.