A.A.S. in Accounting

Accounting
The Accounting program prepares students for entry-level positions in the field of accounting. Typical jobs include full-charge bookkeeper and staff accountant.

Certificates in Applied Science

Bookkeeping
This program prepares you for entry-level accounting positions with basic skills in accounting, individual tax and payroll. Training in computerized accounting and electronic spreadsheets utilizing accounting applications is included in the program.

Professional Accountancy
This certificate is designed for the nontraditional market not currently being served by the associate degree in accounting. For example, some individuals may need 24 or more accounting hours to advance in civil service or private business accounting positions.

Tax Preparer 
This certificate provides students with knowledge of accounting principles related to payroll and tax preparation, including: federal and state/local tax procedures, payroll accounting and accounting software. The prerequisite for this program is ACC 101 and demonstrated proficiency in accounting principles or ACC 111.