Accounting Specialist, AAS-T

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 90 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter

This program builds upon the fundamental skills learned in the Accounting Paraprofessional program. This program provides additional training in specialized areas including managerial/cost accounting, governmental and non-profit accounting, federal and state business taxes, and additional studies of business law. Students enrolled in the Accounting Specialist program earn an Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree.

The degree includes 20 credits of electives from General Education and/or another program in the Business Management area of study: Construction Management , Contemporary Business , Legal Assistant , or Office Assistant . Students should consult the requirements of their desired transfer destination before they select these electives.

Program Learning Outcomes:

• Communicate verbally and in writing with customers, colleagues and vendors.
• Differentiate and identify skill-appropriate issues.
• Identify and categorize data, and record financial transactions.
• Practice ethical and professional behavior.
• Compile and organize and record data according to GAAP and/or government regulations.
• Analyze and summarize financial Information.
• Perform functions of accounting clerk or paraprofessional when required.
• Exercise professional judgment with minimal supervision when applying accounting principles.