Computer-Based Accounting - Seattle Vocational Institute

Computer-Based Accounting from Seattle Vocational Institute is a Campus Certificate Bookkeeping degree that prepares you for a Accounting career. The Computer-Based Accounting Certificate of Completion Program prepares students for financial careers as bookkeeping , accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable clerks.In addition to developing a solid understanding of business operations and accounting fundamentals, students will learn popular computerized accounting software, currently, QuickBooks. Hands-on computer training will also include the most commonly used business software including word processing (MS Word), spreadsheet (MS Excel), time management and email (MS Outlook), web browser (Internet Explorer), and operating system (Windows). Students will learn how to integrate these applications. Accounting projects and scenarios are incorporated into the program. Knowledge and skills essential to employment including professional skills, business communication, keyboarding, ten key, business math and employment skills will be taught. All skills acquired are applied in the financial office simulation course, and finally used on the job in a real office during your externship. Gainful Employment Information The Obama administration has created a broad set of rules to strengthen federal student aid programs at for-profit, nonprofit and public institutions by protecting students from aggressive or misleading recruiting practices, and by providing consumers with better information about the effectiveness of career college and training programs. To view the Gainful Employment information for SVI's Computer-Based Accounting program, please click here. Learning Outcomes By the end of the course of study in the Computer-Based Accounting Program students should be able to: Understand basic accounting theory and competently use standard bookkeeping practices to secure and maintain employment in entry-level account clerk positions. Use technical computer, telephone, office machine, and business/accounting application software skills at industry standards in proficiency to perform all required business office and accounting tasks. Possess the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively research and communicate orally and in written forms using commonly accepted business practices. Demonstrate professional work habits and behavior expected in a professional office including confidentiality, business ethics, and a commitment to team work and diversity. Demonstrate proficiency in keyboarding, ten key, data-entry, and word processing at industry standards. Possess the math, problem solving, and researching skills necessary to perform business office tasks. View more details on Seattle Vocational Institute . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Bookkeeping courses.