Overview
An Accounting and Payroll Specialist accurately handles the daily transactions of a business or organization including sales, payment of bills, and use of inventory.
This program is designed to provide training for entry-level accounting and/or payroll specialist position. The successful completion of this program will provide graduates both the manual and computerized exposure to basic accounting principles, together with other essentials knowledge and skills.
How to Enroll
To pursue this certificate, please click on the courses below to see availability. You can register for courses online, and you do not have to apply to the college!
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Training Resources
Questions?
Call 803.732.0432 to talk to us about this program, or email cce@midlandstech.edu
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Students must successfully complete all courses within a two-year period. Business Math, Accounting Essentials, and Payroll Preparation Essentials, and QuickBooks must be completed in order. Successful completion of Introduction courses prior to Intermediate is required.
Students can complete this program in approximately 3-4 months.
Online Course Prerequisites
Basic computer skills and the ability to navigate the Internet, websites, and email.
Additional testing is required for certifications.
| CEUs | Class Hours | Course Title | Cost |
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| 0.80 | 8 |
Business Math Develop an understanding of the fundamentals of everyday math - the kind used most frequently in the workplace and at home. Learn practical applications for dealing with percentages, formulas, and the graphics and statistics that are present in everyday activity. Perfect even if you only need a refresher. Online ID: CEFIN-512 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$199.00 |
| 6.60 | 66 |
Accounting Essentials Master basic record-keeping procedures including: journalizing transactions, posting to a ledger, and preparing a trial balance and financial statement. The accounting cycle will also be covered in detail. You will gain an understanding of key financial and operational measures. Online ID: CEOFF-623 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$699.00 |
| 0.60 | 6 |
Payroll Preparation Essentials This hands-on course will lead you through the complete payroll process cycle. You will calculate earnings and deductions, analyze payroll transactions, record accurate journal entries, and complete necessary forms. This course is also for the existing payroll professional as a way to refresh your knowledge and bring you up to date. Prerequisite: Accounting Essentials or equivalent knowledge of basic accounting principles. Online ID: CEOFF-624 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$199.00 |
| 1.80 | 18 |
QuickBooks This course is an introduction to the desktop version of QuickBooks. Students will learn to set up a general ledger and chart of accounts, customize forms, create invoices, and learn how QuickBooks can assist with automating your payroll. Prerequisites: Accounting Essentials and Payroll Preparation Essentials or equivalent knowledge of basic accounting principles. Online ID: CEOFF-638 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$499.00 |
| 1.20 | 12 |
Excel, Introduction Learn how to create effective and efficient worksheets using formulas, common functions, formatting and printing. Online ID: CESDS-602 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$299.00 |
| 1.20 | 12 |
Excel, Intermediate Learn specialized functions, like IF, COUNTIF, and DSUM and how to effectively analyze, sort, filter data, create outlines, subtotals, range names, and work with tables. Display data more visually in charts, Pivot tables and charts and work with slicers and templates. Online ID: CESDS-610 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$299.00 |
| 1.20 | 12 |
Outlook, Introduction Make the most of your email communications. Learn to work with contacts and distribution lists. Find out how Outlook tasks can help with organization, and use the Outlook calendar to keep up with your busy schedule. Online ID: CESCH-708 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$299.00 |
| 0.60 | 6 |
Organizing Computer Files Do you have trouble organizing digital photos, documents, and downloads on your computer? Learn to use file management in the Windows environment. The topics include creating and working with folders, finding files, cut, copy, paste, and more. Online ID: CEBEG-534 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$199.00 |
| 1.20 | 12 |
Excel, Advanced In this course, you will work with multiple worksheets, use LOOKUP functions and formula auditing, share and protect workbooks, automate workbook functionality with data validation and macros, create spark lines, and map data, and work with data tables, scenarios, goal seek, and forecasting data trends. Online ID: CESDS-611 No sections currently available. For information on Training classes, contact our Corporate and Continuing Education Department (CCE) at 803.732.0432 or cce@midlandstech.edu.
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$299.00 |
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Estimated Cost
Tuition Assistance
$2,991.00
Not including fees and equipment |
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