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Accounting Clerk Certificate - Academic Plan

2022-2023

This certificate is designed to prepare students for an entry-level clerk position. Accounting clerks require solid interpersonal skills, proficiency with Excel, and basic accounting knowledge. They assist with data entry and processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Course Availability

Total Credits = 16

Required Courses - Major Course Credits Pre or Co Reqs Required Course Available Fall? Course Available Spring? Course Available Summer?
ACC 1015 - Payroll Accounting 3 Yes Yes Yes Yes
ACC 1021 Accounting Principles 4 No Yes Yes Yes
BUS 1015 - Introduction to Business 3 No Yes Yes Yes
CIS 1055 - PC Spreadsheet Concepts: Excel 3 Yes Yes Yes Yes

Required Courses - Additional Required Courses Credits Pre or Co Reqs Required Course Available Fall? Course Available Spring? Course Available Summer?
Elective (See notes for specific requirements) 3 No Yes Yes Yes

Recommended Course Sequence (Full-Time Track)

Recommended Course Sequence (Part-Time Track)

Notes

  • Course availability is subject to change.
  • Elective: Choose any 3 credit course from CIS, FIN, or MAR.
  • Recommended courses are listed above for certain electives; consult with the Academic Advising Office (advising [at] arapahoe [dot] edu or 303.797.5664) or the Business Department for additional elective recommendations.