
Accounting Assistant
An Accounting Assistant performs entry-level bookkeeping and accounting work. Graduates may work in a small business and be responsible for all aspects of bookkeeping or work in a larger firm and specialize in a certain area under the supervision of an accountant. The program combines hands-on computer training with accounting concepts and procedures.
Program Outline
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1010111200 | Payroll Accounting | 3.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesTeaches accounting procedures dealing with payroll, laws, and government requirements, including completion and filing of periodic reports. Prerequisite(s): 1010115100 Accounting Principles 1 (C or better) (concurrent enrollment allowed).
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1010111300 | Income Tax Preparation 1 | 4.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesStudies current state and federal tax laws. Students learn to calculate and present gross income, deductions, exemptions, taxable income, tax liability, and tax credits on appropriate tax forms.
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1010113500 | QuickBooks Applications | 1.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesPerform advanced level accounting functions in QuickBooks: complex daily transactions, payroll, month end, reports and budgets Prerequisite(s): 1010315500 QuickBooks Basics (C or better).
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1010115100 | Accounting Principles 1 | 2.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesDevelops an understanding of the fundamental principles of accounting with an emphasis on the accounting cycle.
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1010115200 | Accounting Principles 2 | 3.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesExtends students' understanding of accounting principles, including applications to inventory, accounts receivable, cash, and fixed assets. Prerequisite(s): 1010115100 Accounting Principles 1 (C or better).
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1010115400 | Accounting Principles 3 | 4.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesExtends and applies accounting concepts and principles to corporations and the analysis of financial statements. Partnership accounting is also introduced. Prerequisite(s): 1010115200 Accounting Principles 2 (C or better).
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1010210600 | Business Orientation | 1.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesIntroduces students to the topics of business and allows them to experience the expectations and rigor of the program. Students also participate in self-assessments to provide feedback and self-awareness of the relationship between interest and aptitude for the program.
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1010212000 | Business Law | 3.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesExamines the law and the ways it can impact business operations, including the framework of the court system, contracts, torts, criminal law, business ethics, forms of business organizations, real and personal property.
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1010311500 | MS Word Beginning | 1.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesProvides practice in using basic word processing functions and features of MS Word.
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1010312600 | MS Excel Beginning | 1.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesDevelops skills in using basic spreadsheet functions of MS Excel for business users.
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1010312700 | MS Excel Intermediate | 1.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesDevelops skills in using additional spreadsheet features including multiple worksheets, 3-D references, macro basics, charts, and databases. Prerequisite(s): 1010312600 MS Excel Beginning (C or better).
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1010315500 | QuickBooks Basics | 1.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesStudents will process routine accounting transactions for service industry including company setup.
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1080119500 | Written Communication | 3.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesDevelops writing skills which include prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing. A variety of writing assignments is designed to help the learner analyze audience and purpose, research and organize ideas, and format and design documents based on subject matter and content. Also develops critical reading and thinking skills through the analysis of a variety of written documents.
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1080119600 | Oral Interpersonal Communication | 3.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesFocuses upon developing speaking, verbal and nonverbal communications, and listening skills through individual presentations, groups activities, and other projects.
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1080413400 | Mathematical Reasoning | 3.00 | ||||||||||||||||||
Description and CompetenciesAn activity based approach is used to explore numerical relationships, graphs, proportional relationships, algebraic reasoning, and problem solving using linear, exponential and other mathematical models. Students will develop conceptual and procedural tools that support the use of key mathematical concepts in a variety of contexts. This course is not designed for Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) students and/or others who require calculus. Prerequisite(s): 7785478000 Principles of College Math (C or better) or Accuplacer Algebra score >= 35 or UW Math Placement Basic Math score >= 250 or ACT Math score >= 18 or Tailwind Math CMath Fund score >= 16.
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At A Glance
How You'll Learn

100% Online

Multiple Start Dates

Personalized Pace

Optional Lab Support
2021Â Start Dates
January 6 | May 7 | September 1 |
February 1 | June 7 | October 4 |
March 1 | July 5 | November 1 |
2022Â Start Dates
January 5 | March 1 | June 6 |
February 7 | May 2 | July 11 |
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Approximate Cost
$5,036*
Financial Aid Eligible
*Based on 10-level courses—materials, books, and fees may be additional
What You'll Learn
- Process financial transactions throughout the accounting cycle
- Analyze basic financial and business information to support planning and decision-making
- Perform payroll preparation, reporting, and analysis tasks
Your Potential Careers
- Bookkeeper
- Accounting Clerk
- Payroll Clerk
Median Annual Salary
$33,801 | $37,614 | $40,049 |
Local | State | National |
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Gainful Employment Disclosure
This program is designed to be completed in 1 year.
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This program will cost $6,092.00 if completed within normal time. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed.
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Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with $3,665.00 of debt.
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The following States do not have licensure requirements for this profession: Wisconsin
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