Quickbooks

This certificate program provides basic accounting skills and knowledge combined with additional training in computer applications common to the accounting industry. This program prepares students for entry-level and mid-level clerical accounting positions. Students will learn skills needed to be competitive in the present job market using spreadsheet/Excel, and accounting principles with the integration of QuickBooks. Spreadsheet/Excel and QuickBooks skills are developed and practiced so that students gain a solid competency in computerized accounting.

Anticipated program completers: 15

Prepare program completes with the skills, abilities, and knowledge for entry/mid-level accounting positions.

Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program the student will be able to:

 prepare and interpret simple financial statements.

• identify the steps in the accounting cycle and use spreadsheets as they relate to worksheet manipulation and accounting principles.
• solve managerial accounting problems with spreadsheet software.
• process collections from customers and update accounts receivable.

This program fulfills the college mission of providing career technical education programs that meet the workforce needs of our diverse communities.
 
The department and college use the program review process to assess program improvement needs. The department meets twice annually with its industry-based advisory committee to discuss industry/workplace needs and the enhancement of instructional programs to facilitate those needs.  Discussions focus on specific skill sets desired by employers as well as current industry trends and issues with which students must be familiar upon program completion.
 
The courses for this certificate are housed within existing facilities. Faculty teaching in the program meet minimum qualifications.