Computerized Accounting Specialist Certificate (CAY1)
The Computerized Accounting Specialist Technical Certificate of Credit program provides students with skills needed to perform a variety of accounting applications using accounting software and practical accounting procedures. Topics include: principles of accounting, computerized accounting, spreadsheet fundamentals, and basic computers.
Employment Opportunities
Graduates of the Computerized Accounting Specialist Technical Certificate of Credit program obtain skills necessary for entry-level positions, such as accounting technicians or bookkeepers. Small or large businesses, health care providers and education institutions are examples of potential employers for graduates of the certificate program.
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 |
Computerized Accounting Specialist Certificate Curriculum
The curriculum for the Computerized Accounting Specialist Technical Certificate of Credit program is designed for the semester system. A student may enter the program any semester. To graduate, students must earn a minimum of 21 semester credit hours. The program requires a minimum of 435 contact hours and generally takes 2 semesters to complete.
Program Courses
Occupational Courses (21 Credits)
ACCT 1100, ACCT 1105 and COLL 1010: “C” or higher grade is required for these courses.
Program Costs
Tuition ($100 per credit hour): $2,100
Fees ($385 per semester): $770
Books/Supplies: $600
(Costs are estimates and are subject to change.)