Bookkeeping & Accounting Certificate Program

Interested in Becoming a Bookkeeping or Accounting Clerk?

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Start In-Person Classes on October 20 in Central Falls!

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Our free, job-focused certificate program gives you the training, preparation, and confidence to start a successful career as a bookkeeping or accounting clerk. Find out more and contact us to reserve your spot! You'll gain the practical accounting and bookkeeping skills employers value, including manual and computerized accounting, bookkeeping, and QuickBooks Online, plus a 120-hour internship for real-world experience.

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Free for Eligible Students!

Are you motivated to learn new skills and secure employment? This Bookkeeping & Accounting Certificate Program may be perfect for you, as long as you're 18 years old or older, have a high school diploma or equivalent, take the CASAS test (receiving an appropriate score), have strong computer skills, are considered an unemployed/underemployed/dislocated worker, can provide a clean RI BCI, and are available for all program components.

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Preparing You for Employment

Bookkeeping and accounting clerks are in demand, offering strong employment opportunities across many industries. This program prepares you with the technical skills, workplace experience, and career support needed for entry-level positions in the field.

  • Extensive training: QuickBooks, Excel, Word
  • Business writing and communication skills
  • NorthStar Digital Literacy Certification
  • Career Prep: résumés, interviews, job search
  • Job placement and reference assistance
  • 120-hour internship providing real-world experience
  • Ongoing case management support
     
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How the Program Runs

  • In-Person Classes
  • Tuesday–Thursday, 9 am–2:30 pm
  • October–February
  • Workforce Hub in Central Falls
  • Additional 120 Hour Internship
  • Bonus Career Services

Benefit from Career Services & Guidance

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Getting You Ready to Apply for Jobs

We prepare you for career success with training in business etiquette, cover letter and résumé writing, job search techniques, interviewing, plus placement and reference assistance. We're committed to helping you succeed!

In-Person Classes in Central Falls, RI

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Jennifer Carreiro

PSCE, Program Coordinator