Accounting Technology
CIP 520302
Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Technical Diploma (TD),
Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS),
Technical Competency Area (TCA)
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Description | Employment Opportunities | Cost
Mission and Program Description:
This program prepares individuals to provide technical support to professional accountants and other management personnel. It includes instruction in general accounting principles and practices, posting transactions to accounts, record-keeping systems, and accounting software operation.
Length of Program:
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AAS = 75 Semester Credit Hours
TD = 60 Semester Credit Hours
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Education Requirements:
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AAS = High School Diploma or GED
TD = Ability to Benefit
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Placement Exam Scores: |
Spring 2008 Program Placement Score Chart (.pdf) |
AAS Program (Fall 07) |
COMPASS Scores: Read. 85; Math 55; Engl./Writ. 70
ACT Scores: Read. 20; Math 19; Engl. 18 |
TD Program (Fall 07)
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COMPASS Scores: Read 77; Math 41; Engl./Writ. 47
ACT Scores: Read 18; Math 17; English 16
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Approximate Total Cost of Books and Supplies:
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Contact the Student Affairs Office of the campus of your choice
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Note: Transferable General Education Courses needed to meet the requirements for the AAS are offered through a collaborative agreement with South Louisiana Community College (SLCC).
The objectives of the Accounting Technology program are to:
- Equip students with the following technical knowledge and skills that enable employment in the field:
- A working knowledge of course terminology.
- Knowledge of the nature and purpose of accounting.
- The accounting cycle for a corporation, service, retail, and partnership company.
- Accounting for cash, cash items, payroll procedures, generally accepted accounting principles, inventory, property plant and equipment, write-offs, notes and interest, stocks, bonds, investments, intangible assets.
- Preparing, analyzing, and interpreting financial statements.
- Basic and advanced computer skills spreadsheet, database, keyboarding, and word processing applications.
- Composition and production of mailable, effective business documents and other written communications.
- Fundamentals of English and basic business mathematical functions.
- A working knowledge in office procedures and total quality management.
- Building self-esteem, professional appearance, and resume writing
- Provide AAS degree seeking students with appropriate General Education knowledge and skills in English, Math, Speech, Psychology, and Physical Science
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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COST
An application or re-application fee and a testing fee per component are charged for each Application for Admission submitted.
Tuition is paid by the semester. (SEE - Tuition and Fees) Students are also required to purchase books and supplies separately. Contact your host campus for a complete projected cost of this program.
The college accepts cash, personal and company checks, MasterCard or Visa for all fees. A percentage of tuition and fees are refundable up to the tenth day of instruction. No refund will be made after the tenth day.
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