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Student Education Plan

Review the full Accounting AAS Student Education Plan for recommended course sequencing, program requirements, and advising notes.

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Program Description

The WSC Accounting program is continually growing and jobs in the field are abundant. Accounting is currently one of the top associate’s degrees in the country. After a two-year program with WSC, students will be fully prepared to obtain a local job in the field.

The objective of the Accounting program is to provide graduates with the necessary skills to qualify for positions in places like accounting firms, financial institutions, small businesses, manufacturing companies, department stores, construction companies, and schools.

What You’ll Learn

In the Accounting program at °µÍøTV, you’ll gain the foundational knowledge and practical skills essential for entry-level roles in accounting and finance. This program prepares you for careers in corporate, government, and nonprofit sectors, providing a strong basis for managing financial records, understanding economic principles, and working with various accounting software.

• Fundamental Accounting Principles: Learn the core principles of accounting, including financial reporting, bookkeeping, and the basics of auditing.
• Financial Statement Analysis: Develop the ability to analyze and interpret financial statements, helping businesses make informed decisions.
• Budgeting and Financial Planning: Gain skills in creating budgets and financial plans, crucial for managing cash flow and resources effectively.
• Taxation Basics: Understand tax regulations and practices relevant to individuals and businesses, building foundational knowledge for tax preparation.
• Computerized Accounting Systems: Become proficient in accounting software commonly used in the industry, preparing you for the technological demands of modern accounting.

Course Requirements

Note: In addition to the program-specific requirements, students must complete the general graduation requirements for CTE programs.

Graduation Requirements

• Completion of at least 62 semester credits, including 15 general education credits consisting of one course from Communication; Math, Science, Technology, and Business; Humanities or Social Science; and Wellness.
• 2.00 (C) minimum institutional grade point average or higher. GPA requirements may vary in select programs.
• Completion of prescribed career-technical curriculum.
• Successful completion of UNIV/WSC 100 Digital and Financial Literacy for Success (1 credit) or UNIV 101 College Transitions (1 credit).
• Program coordinator’s approval.
• Minimum of 16 credits completed in residence. Remedial coursework does not count.
• Maximum of 12 S/U graded credits. Program approval is required for 13 credits or more.
• Maximum of 15 credits of non-traditional college credit, including AP, CLEP, military training, WSC Challenge exam credit, portfolio development, industry training, prior learning, and courses covered under high school articulation agreements.

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