Accounting Diploma (AC12)
The Accounting Diploma program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for a variety of entry-level positions in accounting in today’s technology-driven workplaces. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. Program graduates receive an Accounting Diploma.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Accounting diploma program may specialize in payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, or inventory management. Graduates will also obtain the skills necessary for entry-level positions such as accounting technicians, bookkeepers, or business office managers. Governmental agencies, small or large businesses, health care providers and education institutions are examples of potential employers for Accounting graduates.
Admissions Criteria
- Submit a completed application and application fee;
- Be at least 16 years of age;
- Submit official high school transcript or GED transcript;
- Submit official college transcripts, if applicable;
- Meet the following assessment requirements:
| Test |
Reading |
Writing |
Numerical |
Algebra |
| Accuplacer |
55 |
60 |
34 |
NA |
| Accuplacer (Next Gen) |
224 |
236 |
229 |
NA |
| Compass |
70 |
32 |
26 |
NA |
| SAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| SAT |
270 |
280 |
310 |
NA |
| ACT |
14 |
13 |
14 |
NA |
| ASSET |
37 |
38 |
32 |
NA |
| PSAT |
16 |
15 |
18 |
NA |
| GED |
NA |
145 |
145 |
NA |
| TABE |
461 |
NA |
442 |
NA |
Accounting Diploma Curriculum
The curriculum for the Accounting diploma program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, diploma-seeking students must earn a minimum of 42 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 825 contact hours and generally takes 4 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Basic Skills Courses (8 Credits)
Select one (2 Credits)
| EMPL 1000 | Interpersonal Relations & Professional Development | 2 |
| PSYC 1101 | Introductory Psychology | 3 |
Occupational Courses (34 Credits)
COLL 1010, ACCT 1100 and ACCT 1105: “C” or higher grade is required for these courses.
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $4,200
Fees ($370 per semester): $1,480
Books/Supplies: $1,800
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)