Accounting for Entrepreneurs, Certificate

Program Details

Semester 1

Select one of the following courses:

• ACC 131 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: 4

Semester 2

• ACC 161 - Payroll Accounting Credits: 3
• ACC 314 - QuickBooks Accounting Credits: 3
• Select one course from Option 1 Credits: 3-4

Total Credits Required to Complete this Certificate: 13*

*Total credits are calculated using the least number of credits needed to satisfy the option requirements.

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$193.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Total approximate cost for program: $3,049**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate costs.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Perform basic accounting skills needed in a small business.
• Prepare payroll reports, spreadsheet analysis, and budgets.
• Use QuickBooks, Peachtree, and Excel in the small business operations.
• Communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Be able to apply the skills and knowledge gained through coursework.
• Be able to follow instructions.
• Communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
• Demonstrate an understanding of business operations and documents.

What Else Should I Consider about this Specialist Certificate?

• Each hour of class requires two to three hours of preparation.
• Reading and math skills are very important.
• Career advancement will ordinarily require further training and education.
• Regular classroom attendance is important for continuity of learning.

Program Competencies

1. Demonstrate Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and double entry accounting for proprietorships. 
2. Utilize relevant software to perform accounting functions in a small business environment. 

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