Accounting

Overview

The Certificate in Accounting provides a solid introduction to the essentials of accounting. Certificate graduates will gain a basic foundation in accounting principles, technical and analytical skills, and popular software, including QuickBooks and Excel, so that they may enter the workforce ready to put their skills to work.

The Certificate in Accounting requires fewer credit hours than the Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Accounting Degree; it is designed to provide students with an introductory level of accounting or to allow students who hold an associate or bachelor's degree to continue their education for career development, promotion, or new career opportunities. Since all of the courses listed in this certificate program are a subset of the Associate in Applied Science in Accounting degree, students may begin with an Accounting Certificate and continue taking courses to complete the Accounting Associate degree.

Catalog prerequisites are required before taking upper-level courses.

Program Type

Academic Certificate

How to Enroll

To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.

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Sample Program Plan and Costs

Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in all of the courses offered within the Business Department for the grade to be counted toward graduation. Specifically, these include courses with the following prefixes: ACC, BAF, BUS, CPT, MGT, and MKT.

Class Delivery Methods

View current courses offered via our online course directory.

On-Campus	Traditional. Classes meet on campus.
Virtual	100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom.
Hybrid	Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual.
Online	100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time.

Full Time Schedule
Part Time Schedule

Full Time Schedule

Semester	Course ID	Course Title	Classroom	Online	Hybrid	Virtual	Credits
Semester 1 (6 Credit Hours)	ACC-124	Individual Tax Procedures Individual Tax Procedures ID: ACC-124 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the basic income tax structure from the standpoint of the individual, including the preparation of individual income tax returns.				•	3
Semester 1 (6 Credit Hours)	ACC-101	Accounting Principles I Accounting Principles I ID: ACC-101 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces basic accounting procedures for analyzing, recording and summarizing financial transactions, adjusting and closing the financial records at the end of the accounting cycle, and preparing financial statements. Students identify sound ethical and personal values.	•	•		•	3
Semester 2 (6 Credit Hours)	ACC-102	Accounting Principles II Accounting Principles II ID: ACC-102 Credit Hours: 3 This course emphasizes managerial accounting theory and practice in basic accounting and procedures for cost accounting, budgeting, cost-volume analysis, and financial statement analysis.	•	•		•	3
Semester 2 (6 Credit Hours)	ACC-246	Integrated Accounting Software Integrated Accounting Software ID: ACC-246 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the use of pre-designed integrated accounting software for accounting problems.		•			3
Semester 3 (6 Credit Hours)	ACC-201	Intermediate Accounting I Intermediate Accounting I ID: ACC-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course explores fundamental processes of accounting theory, including the preparation of financial statements. Also covered are the time value of money, cash and receivables, and the valuation of inventories. Professional ethics and generally accepted accounting principles are introduced.			•		3
Semester 3 (6 Credit Hours)	ACC-240	Computerized Accounting Computerized Accounting ID: ACC-240 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of using the computer to design and implement various accounting functions, including financial transactions, records, statements, reports and documents.		•			3
Semester 4 (6 Credit Hours)	ACC-202	Intermediate Accounting II Intermediate Accounting II ID: ACC-202 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the application of accounting principles and concepts to account evaluation and income determination, including special problems peculiar to corporations and the analysis of financial reports. Accounting for the acquisition and disposal of long-term assets and procedures for handling current and long-term liabilities are covered.			•		3
Semester 4 (6 Credit Hours)	ACC-245	Accounting Applications Accounting Applications ID: ACC-245 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces microcomputer accounting using data base software and/or electronic spreadsheets.		•			3
				Total Credit Hours		24
				Estimated Cost Financial Aid		$4,800.00 Not including fees and equipment

Part Time Schedule

Semester	Course ID	Course Title	Classroom	Online	Hybrid	Virtual	Credits
Semester 1 (3 Credit Hours)	ACC-124	Individual Tax Procedures Individual Tax Procedures ID: ACC-124 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the basic income tax structure from the standpoint of the individual, including the preparation of individual income tax returns.				•	3
Semester 2 (3 Credit Hours)	ACC-101	Accounting Principles I Accounting Principles I ID: ACC-101 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces basic accounting procedures for analyzing, recording and summarizing financial transactions, adjusting and closing the financial records at the end of the accounting cycle, and preparing financial statements. Students identify sound ethical and personal values.	•	•		•	3
Semester 3 (3 Credit Hours)	ACC-102	Accounting Principles II Accounting Principles II ID: ACC-102 Credit Hours: 3 This course emphasizes managerial accounting theory and practice in basic accounting and procedures for cost accounting, budgeting, cost-volume analysis, and financial statement analysis.	•	•		•	3
Semester 4 (6 Credit Hours)	ACC-246	Integrated Accounting Software Integrated Accounting Software ID: ACC-246 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the use of pre-designed integrated accounting software for accounting problems.		•			3
Semester 4 (6 Credit Hours)	ACC-201	Intermediate Accounting I Intermediate Accounting I ID: ACC-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course explores fundamental processes of accounting theory, including the preparation of financial statements. Also covered are the time value of money, cash and receivables, and the valuation of inventories. Professional ethics and generally accepted accounting principles are introduced.			•		3
Semester 5 (3 Credit Hours)	ACC-240	Computerized Accounting Computerized Accounting ID: ACC-240 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of using the computer to design and implement various accounting functions, including financial transactions, records, statements, reports and documents.		•			3
Semester 6 (3 Credit Hours)	ACC-202	Intermediate Accounting II Intermediate Accounting II ID: ACC-202 Credit Hours: 3 This course covers the application of accounting principles and concepts to account evaluation and income determination, including special problems peculiar to corporations and the analysis of financial reports. Accounting for the acquisition and disposal of long-term assets and procedures for handling current and long-term liabilities are covered.			•		3
Semester 7 (3 Credit Hours)	ACC-245	Accounting Applications Accounting Applications ID: ACC-245 Credit Hours: 3 This course introduces microcomputer accounting using data base software and/or electronic spreadsheets.		•			3
				Total Credit Hours		24
				Estimated Cost Financial Aid		$4,800.00 Not including fees and equipment

Careers

Bookkeeper

A bookkeeper is responsible for recording and maintaining a company's financial transactions, including recording daily transactions in accounting software, managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank and credit card statements, and processing payroll and payroll taxes. They generate invoices, track payments, prepare monthly financial reports, ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations, and maintain organized financial records.

According to EMSI data as of 2025

Where Can I Work?

Accounting Firms
Tax Preparation Organizations
Government
Small Businesses

Careers

Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialists ensure accurate and timely payment of employee wages. Their duties include processing payroll, verifying time records, calculating deductions and withholdings per laws, processing client payrolls, preparing payroll tax deposits, and filing quarterly payroll tax returns.

According to EMSI data as of 2025

Where Can I Work?

Accounting Firms
Government
For-profit Businesses

Careers

Tax Preparer

Tax preparers obtain clients' financial information and documentation to prepare tax returns. They calculate tax liabilities, deductions, and credits to ensure accurate tax payments and maximize benefits allowed by law. They complete and file federal, state, and local tax forms by the required deadlines, ensuring compliance with all relevant tax regulations. Tax preparers also advise clients on tax planning strategies, respond to inquiries from tax authorities, and stay updated on changes to tax laws.

According to EMSI data as of 2025

Where Can I Work?

Tax Preparers

What’s next after I complete this program?

Enter the Workforce

Students who complete the program can begin to explore employment opportunities in the accounting profession.

Further Your Education

MTC accounting credits transfer to select four-year colleges and universities, depending on articulation agreements.

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