Bookkeeping and Accounting
Bookkeeping and Accounting
Program Overview
The Bookkeeping and Accounting certificate program teaches skills in manual and computerized accounting and bookkeeping functions, including preparation and maintenance of ledgers, journals, and adjusting closing entries, basic financial statements, cash and banking procedures, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
Comprehensive training includes:
Manual and computerized accounting procedures includes extensive training in QuickBooks and Excel accounting programs
Business writing and communication skills
- Northstar computer literacy certification
- Microsoft Office and typing skills
Work readiness skills include:
- Business etiquette, cover letters, resumes, job search techniques, mock interviews, job placement and reference assistance
- A 120-hour minimum internship in an accounting office will get you real work experience and have you well prepared to enter the workforce
- Financial literacy seminar
- Food and Nutrition Education seminar
- Independent learning plans
- Individual counseling and job coaching
- Case management and tutoring
Program Schedule:
This program runs for 24 weeks with students completing up to 30 hours per week, depending on their individualized learning plan. Includes internship, job readiness skills and job placement assistance.
Monday-Friday 9AM - 3PM
Who is eligible?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Pass a BCI background check
- Students motivated to learn new skills and start in an entry level position.
Bookkeeping and Accounting Plus
This program is available for students needing English as a Second Language and/ or remediation classes.
This program prepares students for entry level clerical and bookkeeping positions with job titles such as accounting clerk, posting clerk, accounts receivable clerk, payroll clerk, or bookkeeper.
This program is designed for advanced level ESOL speakers who seek training in the bookkeeping & accounting field. The PLUS program includes an additional contextualized instructional material that is designed to enhance comprehension and retention for ESOL students. Additional supports are provided based on the individual learning plan.
The course will give students who have minimal or no previous knowledge of accounting a basic understanding of accounting / bookkeeping principles and procedures used to record, classify, and summarize financial data. Students will become familiar with accounting terminology, financial records, forms, and statements currently used by industry. In addition, the program includes in-office training and computer skills, business math, and job development skills.
Program Overview
The Bookkeeping and Accounting certificate program teaches skills in manual and computerized accounting and bookkeeping functions, including preparation and maintenance of ledgers, journals, and adjusting closing entries, basic financial statements, cash and banking procedures, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
Comprehensive training includes:
Manual and computerized accounting procedures includes extensive training in QuickBooks and Excel accounting programs
Business writing and communication skills
- Northstar computer literacy certification
- Microsoft Office and typing skills
Work readiness skills include:
- Business etiquette, cover letters, resumes, job search techniques, mock interviews, job placement and reference assistance
- A 120-hour minimum internship in an accounting office will get you real work experience and have you well prepared to enter the workforce
- Financial literacy seminar
- Food and Nutrition Education seminar
- Independent learning plans
- Individual counseling and job coaching
- Case management and tutoring
Program Schedule:
This program runs for 24 weeks with students completing up to 30 hours per week, depending on their individualized learning plan. Includes internship, job readiness skills and job placement assistance.
Monday-Friday 9AM - 3PM
Who is eligible?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Pass a BCI background check
- Students motivated to learn new skills and start in an entry level position.