Tax Preparer

Certificate in Applied Science

15 Credit Hours

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.

Major Requirements

ACC 124	Individual Tax Procedures	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is a study of the basic federal income tax structure from the standpoint of the individual, including the preparation of individual income tax returns. Learn More Prerequisites ACC 101 or ACC 111

ACC 150	Payroll Accounting	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course introduces the major tasks of payroll accounting; employment practices; federal, state and local governmental laws and regulations; internal controls; and various forms and records using both a manual and computerized approach.Learn More

ACC 224	Business Taxation	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is an introduction to tax reporting requirements and taxation of the proprietorship, partnership, S Corporation, C Corporation, and limited liability company. Some form preparation is required.Learn More Prerequisites ACC 112 and ACC 124 with a minimum grade of C

ACC 246	Integrated Accounting Software	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course includes the use of pre-designed integrated accounting software for accounting problems.Learn More Prerequisites ACC 124 and ACC 150 and ACC 224

BUS 121	Business Law I	3
Lec: 3 Lab: 0 Credit:3 This course is a study of legal procedures, law and society, classifications and systems of law, the tribunals administering justice and their actions, contracts, sales, transfer of titles, rights and duties of the parties, conditions, and warranties.Learn More

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Admission Requirements

Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying placement levels.