Basic Accounting Certificate (035C)
The Basic Accounting Certificate is a focused program designed to equip students with the foundational skills and knowledge needed to launch a career in accounting. This certificate covers essential topics such as financial recordkeeping, bookkeeping principles, payroll processing, and the preparation of financial statements. Students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard accounting. Ideal for individuals seeking entry-level roles like accounting assistants or bookkeepers, this program emphasizes practical skills that are immediately applicable in small businesses, corporate settings, and nonprofit organizations.
Graduation Requirements
- Total Credit Hours: 20 credit hours in courses numbered 100 and above
- Cumulative Grade Point Average: 2.00 (‘C’) or better for all work applicable toward the degree that was completed at Richland
- Residency: 10 credit hours or more at Richland Community College
Curriculum Requirements
Required Courses
| ACCT 101 | Financial Accounting | 4.0 |
| ACCT 102 | Managerial Accounting Fundamentals | 4.0 |
| BUS 100 | Business Fundamentals | 3.0 |
| BUS 110 | Business Mathematics | 3.0 |
| Or | |
| MATH 113 | Intro to Applied Statistics | 4.0 |
| CIS 110 | Computer Business Applications | 3.0 |
| IT 120 | Spreadsheet Applications | 3.0 |
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