Accounting: AAS (CTE)

Associate of Applied Science | 63 credits minimum

Program Website
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Program Description
Accounting is the process that summarizes economic information about a business entity for use by decision makers. Users of this information include investors, creditors, management and government agencies. Often this information is prepared using computer applications. The Accounting program at SLCC provides training in many types of accounting; such as financial, managerial, individual taxation, and governmental. Students are taught both manual and basic computerized accounting systems. General Education courses provide training in effective oral and written communication and human relations skills.

The Accounting Department also offers an Accounting Essentials: CP (CTE) and an Accounting: CC (CTE) .

Career Opportunities
This program provides excellent entry to mid-level skills for various positions in the field of accounting, depending on the individual person.

Transfer/Articulation Information
Please refer to the Student Resources section of the SLCC University Transfer webpage.

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to change.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Complete all General Education courses. Refer to Notes for program specific requirements and recommendations.

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) General Education Requirements

Program General Education Notes

RECOMMENDED:

Composition (EN): ENGL 1010
Quantitative Studies (QS): FIN 1380
Communication (CM): BUS 2200
Human Relations (HR): BUS 1010
Social Science (SS): FIN 1050

Program Requirements

Required Courses (43 Credit Minimum)

Students must complete the following courses:

Elective Courses (6 credits)

Students must complete at least 6 elective credits from the following list:

Time to Completion & Graduation Map

Accounting AAS: Full-time

Time to completion is 4 semesters based on a full-time minimum of 15-17 credits per semester. Less than 15 credits per semester will increase time to completion.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes in brackets.

Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles [1]
Communicate financial information effectively [2]
Perform appropriate financial calculations [3]
Analyze financial information [4]
Utilize accounting information for decision making [4]
Demonstrate proficient use of accounting and business software [9]