Accounting

The Accounting program prepares students with the knowledge and the skills necessary for employment and growth in the accounting profession. Using the "language of Business", accountants assemble and analyze, process, and communicate essential information about financial operations.

Graduates in the accounting program at CCC&TI receive an Associate of Applied Science degree. This qualifies them for entry-level positions in many types of organizations including accounting firms, small businesses, manufacturing firms, banks, hospitals, school systems, and government agencies.

With additional education and experience, accounting graduates may advance in the accounting profession.

CCC&TI offers several different educational programs in this area:

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For more information about course descriptions or required courses, refer to the current CCC&TI Course Catalog and its corresponding Addendum. Courses in the accounting program are taught during the day and evening, and some courses are available through Distance Learning

Employment Outlook

According to the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, "employment opportunities for accountants and auditors is expected to grow about as fast as the average (10 to 20 percent) for all related occupations through the year 2012. An increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws and regulations, and increased scrutiny of company finances will drive growth. In addition to openings resulting from growth, the need to replace accountants and auditors who retire or transfer to other occupations will produce numerous job openings in this large occupation." ((Visited 2006, Aug.15)).

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Last Updated 11/14/07

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