Accounting

Accounting Overview

In any business, it is all about the bottom line. Accounting skills are critical to succeed in today's fast-paced business world. Accounting is the language of business. From creating a small business to working in non-profit or corporate finance to becoming a tax preparer, an accounting course is just the beginning! We have the accounting courses needed to help reach professional and personal goals.

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Our accounting programs allow you to customize your education experience. You can explore your interests with online courses, study for the CPA exam, or discover your second career. The choice is yours!

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Accounting Opportunities

SJCC Accounting offers various options for individuals interested in pursuing a career in accounting. You can earn an AS Degree or Accounting Certificate, transfer to a university, or take classes to prepare for the CPA Exam. Our faculty members have years of real-life work experience and are dedicated to providing a quality education. We offer flexible class schedules at convenient locations and even have an online Accounting course. In addition, you can also give back to the community by volunteering to prepare income taxes for low-income individuals. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Linda Ferrell at Linda.Ferrell@sjcc.edu.

Frequently asked Questions (FAQ)

SJCC provides a Certificate of Achievement and an Associate in Science (AS) degree in Accounting. These programs train students for roles such as paraprofessional accountants, payroll clerks, and bookkeepers in various business settings.

Graduates are equipped for positions including Accounts Receivable Specialist, Accounts Payable Specialist, and Payroll Specialist.

Yes, SJCC offers flexible class schedules at convenient locations and provides an online accounting course to accommodate diverse student needs.

Yes, SJCC offers classes to help students prepare for the CPA exam.

Students can volunteer to prepare income taxes for low-income individuals, providing valuable hands-on experience. For more information, contact Linda Ferrell at Linda.Ferrell@sjcc.edu.

For academic advising, you can reach out to Division Counselor Lila Chiem at (408) 288-3798 or via email at lila.chiem@sjcc.edu.