Accounting Skills, Certificate
Build the Skills Behind Every Business
Every organization—large or small—relies on people who understand the numbers. If you’re detail-oriented and want to start working in accounting or office support, this certificate will help you get there. In just two semesters, you’ll gain hands-on experience with financial accounting, tax prep, QuickBooks®, and key business tools.
This program is a great way to start a career in business or accounting, and it can also count toward an associate degree if you choose to continue your education.
What You'll Learn
- Record and interpret financial transactions
- Prepare basic individual income tax returns
- Use QuickBooks® and productivity software to manage accounting tasks
- Understand core business operations and legal issues
- Apply economic principles to real-world financial decisions
Program Requirements
This certificate includes 30 credits and can be completed in two semesters of full-time study. You’ll take courses in accounting, business law, computer applications, and economics.
Visit the academic catalog for a full list of required courses by semester:
National Accreditation
Trust the quality and value of your education. All associate degree-level programs in BC3's Business & IT Division are nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Learn MoreWhere This Certificate Can Take You
This program prepares you for entry-level roles in accounting and office administration—and sets the stage for future study in business, accounting, or finance.
Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
- Bookkeeper
- Accounting assistant
- Payroll clerk
- Billing or invoicing specialist
- Office support professional
- Small businesses
- Accounting or tax firms
- Nonprofit organizations
- Government agencies
- Corporate accounting departments
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