2025-2026 Course Catalog

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

  1. Total Credit Hours: 20 credit hours in courses numbered 100 and above
  2. Cumulative Grade Point Average: 2.00 (‘C’) or better for all work applicable toward the degree that was completed at Richland
  3. Residency: 10 credit hours or more at Richland Community College

Curriculum Requirements

Required Courses

ACCT 101Financial Accounting

4.0

ACCT 102Managerial Accounting Fundamentals

4.0

BUS 100Business Fundamentals

3.0

BUS 110Business Mathematics

3.0

Or

MATH 113Intro to Applied Statistics

4.0

CIS 110Computer Business Applications

3.0

IT 120Spreadsheet Applications

3.0

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