Accounting Technology
Budgets, books, statistics,
spreadsheets. Would you be comfortable with any of these terms in your job
description? Your career opportunities and potential for advancement in the
accounting field multiply greatly with the attainment of this degree. The
program prepares you for accounting-related positions in industry, federal,
state and local government, and public accounting. Upon completion, you will
have a thorough understanding of accounting principles and theory and the
ability to apply this knowledge to problem situations.
There are four options within this program:
Students may choose to pursue and A.S. degree and earn technical certificates while completing the requirements for the degree, or pursue one or more certificate programs to develop or upgrade their skills in a particular field. Contact an advisor or counselor to determine the career education path that is best for you.
Accounting Technology Operations (6223)
This Accounting Technology Operations certificate provides you with a foundation in basic accounting principles, procedures, and theories of organizing, analyzing and recording business and financial transactions, and the preparation of accompanying financial records and reports. You’ll be prepared for employment in positions such as bookkeeper, tax preparer and accounting technician. This program can also serve as supplemental training if you’re currently in a management position.
This certificate articulates directly into the A.S. Accounting Technology degree.
Estimated cost of tuition is $1,196 (tuition rated for Florida residents, as of 7/07). Contact program manager for
additional costs (textbooks, materials, fees).
Course Number and Title |
Credits |
Professional Courses |
GEB 1011 |
Introduction to Business |
3 |
ACG 2021 |
Financial Accounting |
4 |
ENC 1101 |
English Composition I |
3 |
APA 2501 |
Payroll Accounting |
2 |
|
or |
CGS 1100 |
Microcomputer Applications for Business and Economics (3 cr.) |
|
|
CGS 2512 |
Spreadsheet Concepts and Practices |
3 |
TAX 2000 |
Individual Taxes |
3 |
|
Credit Hours |
18 |
|
Total Credit Hours |
18 |
Please see the technical certificate Graduation Requirements.
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