Accounting Office Assistant Certificate Course Map

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Created by Pierce faculty, this map outlines the initial coursework for this career field. It provides you a clear path to complete your certificate by listing a specific set of courses relevant to your program and career. The map is designed with the appropriate number of credits and meets certificate requirements. Courses are organized in a recommended sequence; please schedule accordingly. If a course is unavailable, select the next appropriate course within the sequence. For each course, a purpose statement explains how the content relates to your career field. On this map, there may be instances when you will be required to select a course from several options. Use these purpose statements and notes to choose the course that best aligns with your interests and needs. You will also find action items to complete to assure you progress and graduate on time. While this map is a great guide to courses required to complete the Accounting Office Assistant Certificate, you are responsible for fulfilling all certificate requirements. Questions? Your Success Network is ready to help you!

1. College Success

COLLG 110 College Success (3 credits)
Course purpose: A foundational course to explore and affirm a career choice and build upon the skills, knowledge, and resources that will support you at Pierce College and beyond.

2. Principles of Accounting I & II

ACCT& 201 Principles of Accounting I (5 credits)
ACCT& 202 Principles of Accounting II (5 credits)
Course purpose: These courses provide the foundational knowledge expected of any accounting/bookkeeping employee.

Action Item: Meet with Advisor

Use your Success Network! In your first quarter, meet with your advisor to revisit your career and transfer path, make adjustments to your goals as needed, and plan for your next steps.

3. English Course Recommendation

Choose one

BTECA 115 Business English I (5 credits)
Course purpose: This course will provide you with effective communication skills.
ENGL& 101 English Composition I (5 credits)
Course purpose: Effective communications are key to success in any accounting / business position. This course is recommended for Business DTA majors or if you are planning on transferring to another institution after Pierce to continue towards their 4-year degree.

4. Introduction to Computer Information Systems

CIS 121 Introduction to Computer Information Systems (5 credits)
Course purpose: An understanding of computer technology, vocabulary and information processing are developed here. Exercises include higher-level programming language and lab assignments.

Action Item: Apply for Graduation

Way to go! It is time to apply for graduation. Visit the Pierce College Graduation website for details. https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/graduation

5. Accounting/Management Course Recommendation

Choose one group.

Group A

ACCT 179 Federal Income Tax Preparation (5 credits)
Course purpose: Both individual and corporate taxation principles are studied in this course.
ACCT 287 Income Tax Practicum (3 credits)

Group B

MNGT 186 Professional Development (3 credits)
Course purpose: This course will help you enhance your professional skills in the workplace and help you hone interview skills.
MNGT 198 Work-Based Learning (3 credits)

6. Payroll and Business Taxes

ACCT 275 Payroll and Business Taxes (5 credits)
Course purpose: Knowledge of payroll is a skill valued by many employers.

7. QuickBooks

ACCT 131 QuickBooks (5 credits)
Course purpose: This is the first of two courses that offer experience with frequently used bookkeeping software.

8. Nonprofit Management and Reporting

ACCT 276 Nonprofit Management and Reporting (5 credits)
Course purpose: Issues unique to the nonprofit sector are considered here.

9. Human Relations in the Workplace

BUS 240 Human Relations in the Workplace (5 credits)
Course purpose: Hone your skills at working in a business setting.

10. Ten-Key Mastery

BTECA 136 Ten-Key Mastery (1 credit)
Course purpose: Ten-key experience is an important skill in accounting, whether using a desktop calculator or computer keyboard.

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