Accounting and Information Systems Technology (C)

Accounting and Information Systems Technology
Certificate

Program Coordinator:     Richard Hutton, LRC 208, Ext. 2452
Length:                                Two semesters (one year)

Purpose: This certificate program in Accounting and Information Systems Technology is designed to provide individuals with basic skills in accounting and computer information systems which will enable them to obtain employment immediately upon completion of the two-semester program. With the present growth in this area, there is a need for personnel who possess basic skills in accounting and personal computers who are unable to pursue a two-year degree program.

Occupational Objectives:

Computerized Accounting Clerk
Computerized Inventory Clerk
Computerized Payroll Clerk
Computerized Bookkeeping Clerk
Computerized Information Input Clerk

Admission Requirements: A student eligible for admission to the College may normally be considered for admission to the Accounting-Information Systems Technology Curriculum. Proficiency in keyboarding skills is highly recommended. Students may enroll in AST 114 or AST 101 to upgrade keyboarding skills. Proficiency in high school English and mathematics is required. Students who are not proficient in English and mathematics will be required to correct their deficiencies in developmental courses.

Accounting and Information Systems Technology

Total Minimum Credits required for Certificate .................................34

1. Keyboarding skills are strongly recommended, students may enroll in AST 114 or AST 101.
2. Placement is required for all English and mathematics courses.

Additional Information

1. Number of students completing program between July 1, 2011-June 30, 2012
2. Total tuition and fees are based on the 2012-13 academic year and are subject to change.
3. Total books and supplies are based on the 2012-13 academic year and are subject to change.
4. All students who completed between July 1, 2011 and June 30,2012 are included in this calculation. This job placement rate looks only at jobs that were in the field of study. This rate is based on program completers who were employed within 180 days of completion. Virginia Employment Commission (VEC) data were used to identify employed students. VEC data does not include federal employment, military employment or employers from other states.