Accounting

Career Studies and Workforce Development Division

Certificate Type: One-Year

Contact: Jennifer Inman, jinman@trcc.edu

Purpose: The Certificate of Accounting provides a basic knowledge of accounting principles combined with computer skills necessary for advancement in the field of accounting. The Certificate of Accounting will apply toward the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting Technology. It could also be beneficial for persons with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Office Administration, Medical Billing and Coding or Business Management. It also provides the additional courses required by Central Methodist University as part of the Bachelor’s in Accountancy.

Fall Semester

Courses

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
ACAD 101Academic Life Strategies

4
ACCT 211Principles of Accounting I

3
BUAD 120Introduction to Business

3
IST 100Computer Applications

3
Total Credit Hours:13

Spring Semester

Courses

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
ACCT 212Principles of Accounting II

3
ACCT 218Payroll Accounting

3
ACCT 219Accounting Management Software

3
 
ACCT 227Financial Analysis & Budgeting

3
Or
ACCT 237Income Tax Accounting

3
 
IST 268Spreadsheet Applications

3
Total Credit Hours:15

Please see individual course descriptions for prerequisites, corequisites, and/or other requirements.