Accounting Technology

Lawson State Community College

Short-Term CertificateNon-degree

The Accounting Technology Short Certificate provides foundational accounting skills for those seeking entry-level employment or to enhance existing careers. The 20-21 credit hour program covers Principles of Accounting I, Business Communication, Computer Applications, Accounting with QuickBooks, Personal Development, and electives in accounting, business, computer information systems, and real estate. Designed as a quick pathway into the accounting profession.

Credits

20 credits

Format

In-Person

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Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

ORI 101Orientation

1 cr

BUS 188Personal Development

1 cr

BUS 241Principles of Accounting I

3 cr

BUS 215Business Communication

3 cr

CIS 146Computer Applications

3 cr

BUS 245Accounting with Quickbooks

3 cr

Program Details

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Accounting Technology

Lawson State Community College

Short-Term CertificateNon-degree

Credits

20 credits

Format

In-Person

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingWritingSpeakingTime ManagementMathematicsMonitoringService OrientationSocial Perceptiveness

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceAdministrativeEnglish LanguageMathematicsEconomics and AccountingAdministration and Management

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionNear VisionWritten ExpressionOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityInformation OrderingSpeech RecognitionSpeech ClarityDeductive ReasoningMathematical ReasoningNumber FacilityInductive Reasoning

Tasks

Operate computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.
Check figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes.
Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
Verify accuracy of billing data and revise any errors.
Resolve discrepancies in accounting records.
Prepare itemized statements, bills, or invoices and record amounts due for items purchased or servic
Operate office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines, voice mail systems,
Answer telephones, direct calls, and take messages.
Communicate with customers, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, disseminate or exp

Technology

Accounting softwareDocument management softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareCustomer relationship management CRM softwareTime accounting softwareFinancial analysis softwareExpert system softwareBilling and invoicing softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareWord processing softwareDesktop publishing softwareHuman resources softwareData base user interface and query software

Tools

10-key calculatorsDesktop computersFinancial calculatorsImage scannersLedger sheetsNotebook computersReceipt booksBilling machinesBookkeeping machinesCheck and document signersCheck cancelling machinesCheck filing cabinetsCheck sorting machinesDigital camerasDigital postal metersEnvelope opening machinesEnvelope sealing machinesEnvelope stuffersHandheld calculatorsLaser facsimile machinesComputer laser printersComputer terminalsData input scannersDictation equipmentDigital duplicating machinesElectric typewritersLaptop computersLetter folding machinesMulti-line telephone systemsPersonal computers

Work Values

SupportRelationshipsAchievementWorking ConditionsIndependenceRecognition

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

Accounting software basics — enter financial transactions under direct supervision using standard bookkeeping programs in an office setting.
Numeric data entry — operate a 10-key calculator and keyboard to input figures accurately into ledgers and spreadsheets with guidance from a supervisor.
Document verification — check postings and figures for correct entry and proper codes by following a provided checklist in a structured clerical environment.
Cash and voucher handling — receive, record, and deposit cash, checks, and vouchers under close oversight in accordance with established office procedures.
Company coding procedures — apply standard document codes to invoices and receipts by referencing a procedure manual in a supervised work setting.
Regulatory compliance basics — follow federal, state, and company policies when processing financial records under the direction of a senior clerk or supervisor.
Basic financial calculations — compute amounts due, discounts, and balances using calculators or software with guidance in a routine clerical context.
Record discrepancy identification — flag numerical inconsistencies and mispostings for supervisor review while processing daily transaction records.
Written comprehension in practice — read and interpret policy documents, procedure guides, and coding instructions to complete assigned bookkeeping tasks accurately.
Time and task organization — manage assigned daily data entry and filing tasks within set deadlines using a supervisor-provided priority schedule.

Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

ORI 101Orientation

1 cr

BUS 188Personal Development

1 cr

BUS 241Principles of Accounting I

3 cr

BUS 215Business Communication

3 cr

CIS 146Computer Applications

3 cr

BUS 245Accounting with Quickbooks

3 cr

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

No detailed information available.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

No scholarships listed.

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