Cert in Accounting and Related Services

This certificate offers a base in accounting for people preparing for entry-level positions in the field. It also helps those already working in accounting-related jobs strengthen their skills. The curriculum covers financial and managerial accounting, computerized accounting, personal income taxes, intermediate accounting and personal finance, plus a choice of one computer literacy course. Students are encouraged to map out a plan of study so that course timing and availability line up. Outcomes include preparing financial statements, using accounting software, completing personal tax returns and using accounting information to guide internal company decisions. Most credits can later count toward the associate degree in Business with an Accounting or General Business major. The certificate can be completed at any campus or fully online. The catalog lists every required course with its credit hours, along with a suggested sequence, and students are advised to confirm which campus offers each course before they enroll in the program.