Accounting Technology — Certificate is a Certificate program (Hybrid) offered by Lawson State Community College in Bessemer, AL.
Program Overview
Our accounting program offers an Associate Degree, certificate, and short certificate. Look through the requirements to decide which option is right for you.
Certificate: 32-33 Credit Hours
The certificate option provides the opportunity for individuals to advance by developing expertise and technical skills in the challenging and rewarding field of accounting. The accounting certificate program is designed to open career avenues.
Short Certificate: 22-23 Credit Hours
Are you looking for a career change? A short certificate in accounting may be right for you. Take the accounting courses without the general education classes to earn this short certificate.
Advising Manual curriculum notes: *It is recommended to take BUS 210-Introduction to Accounting before taking BUS 241. **ECO 232-Principles of Microeconomics is recommended.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Career Outcomes
High Paying Jobs - Ready for You
$75K: Median starting salary for accountants and auditors 6%: Growth in the field expected nationwide from 2021 to 2031 16:1: faculty to student ratio, means you get individualized attention from your instructors
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Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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School Information
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you are attending a school that has undergone a rigorous process that evaluates educational quality. It's not easy to become or remain an accredited institution. The rules and regulations are strict, precise and designed to protect students. Here are some of the benefits:
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide