Program Details

Career Studies Certificate in Accounting

Career Studies Certificate

Virginia Peninsula Community College

This certificate provides students with sufficient accounting background to qualify for entry-level employment.

Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Program Requirement Notes	Program Requirement Notes Students who receive a grade lower than "C" in any prerequisite accounting course will be required to repeat the course and earn a grade of "C" or higher.
Considerations When Selecting Courses	Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year Connect with an advisor at your community college and Virginia Peninsula Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights

Program Credit Requirements

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion	Individuals who have already completed an associates degree should submit their transcripts for evaluation and transfer credit determination. The student development course requirement (SDV 100) is waived for those individuals.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School	Individuals who have already completed an associates degree should submit their transcripts for evaluation and transfer credit determination. The student development course requirement (SDV 100) is waived for those individuals.
Credit for Prior Learning	https://catalog.vpcc.edu/content.php?catoid=13&navoid=2654
Did You Know That...	Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree? Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Virginia Peninsula Community College

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College Fit Guidance	What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?	Virginia Peninsula Community College (VPCC) offers accessible education and workforce training to Virginia Peninsula residents. VPCC offers excellent educational programs developed in collaboration with other educational and industry partners, offered at affordable tuition, convenient locations, and flexible schedules. VPCC faculty deliver high-quality instruction and the small class sizes allow for more personalized attention for students. VPCC prepares students to transfer to four-year institutions or to gain employment in in-demand careers. VPCC offers scholarships, internships, and is nationally recognized for serving military members and their families. For additional information check out https://www.vpcc.edu/admissions/why.html
Transfer Student Catalog Year	The student's catalog year determined by their first semester of attendance and program placement.
First Year Student Catalog Year	Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance and program placement
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions	Virginia's community colleges offer students more than the opportunity to earn a degree or certificate; they provide a gateway to the Commonwealth's four-year colleges. Through system-wide negotiated agreements, students who graduate from a Virginia community college with an associate degree and the minimum grade point average required by the four-year college are guaranteed admission to many of the Commonwealth's colleges and universities. Students should review the Guaranteed Admissions Agreement for the four-year institution they wish to attend to learn more about the process: https://www.vpcc.edu/services/advising/transfer.html

Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution	Title	Degree	Award Name	Award Level	Delivery Mode
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Accounting	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	Online
Laurel Ridge Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	Hybrid
New River Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Accounting	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Tidewater Community College	Associate of Applied Science - Accounting	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	Online
Virginia Highlands Community College	Associate in Applied Science Degree in Accounting	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Bridgewater College	Business Administration Major - BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Randolph-Macon College	Business - Finance (BA)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Randolph-Macon College	Business - Management (BA)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Randolph-Macon College	Accounting (BA)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Randolph-Macon College	Business - Marketing (BA)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Blue Ridge Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid, Online
Patrick & Henry Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Accounting	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Accounting	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online
Mountain Gateway Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online
Mountain Gateway Community College	Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online
Germanna Community College	Associate of Arts & Sciences Degree in Business	Associate	Associate of Arts and Sciences	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid, Online
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College	Associate of Science in Business Administration	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Management - Small Business Management Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management - Project Management Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management - Digital Marketing Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Management	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community College	Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
New River Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Business Management	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community College	Accounting, A.A.S.	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community College	Business Administration, A.S.	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online
Northern Virginia Community College	Business Management, A.A.S.	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online
Paul D. Camp Community College	Associate of Sciences in Business Administration	Associate	Associate of Sciences	2-Year	In-Person, Online
Rappahannock Community College	AAS Degree in Business Management	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Rappahannock Community College	AA&S Degree in Arts and Sciences - Business Administration Specialization	Associate	Associate of Arts and Sciences	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Southside Virginia Community College	Associate of Arts and Sciences with a major in Business Administration	Associate	Associate of Arts and Sciences	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid, Online
Tidewater Community College	Associate of Applied Science - Management	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	Online
Tidewater Community College	Associate of Science - Business Administration	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	Online
Virginia Highlands Community College	Associate in Applied Science Degree in Management	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Management	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community College	Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community College	Associate of Science Degree in Business Administration	Associate	Associate of Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Wytheville Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Management and Leadership	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
The University of Virginia's College at Wise	Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Management, Major in Accounting	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
The University of Virginia's College at Wise	Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management, Major in Accounting	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person

Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code	Name	Description	Parent
43-3031.00	Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks	Compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. Perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. May also check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to business transactions recorded by other workers.	Office and Administrative Support Occupations
43-4011.00	Brokerage Clerks	Perform duties related to the purchase, sale, or holding of securities. Duties include writing orders for stock purchases or sales, computing transfer taxes, verifying stock transactions, accepting and delivering securities, tracking stock price fluctuations, computing equity, distributing dividends, and keeping records of daily transactions and holdings.	Office and Administrative Support Occupations
43-3051.00	Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks	Compile and record employee time and payroll data. May compute employees' time worked, production, and commission. May compute and post wages and deductions, or prepare paychecks.	Office and Administrative Support Occupations
43-9111.00	Statistical Assistants	Compile and compute data according to statistical formulas for use in statistical studies. May perform actuarial computations and compile charts and graphs for use by actuaries. Includes actuarial clerks.	Office and Administrative Support Occupations
13-2082.00	Tax Preparers	Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.	Business and Financial Operations Occupations

Cost To Complete

This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 24 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Career Studies Certificate in Accounting at Virginia Peninsula Community College These costs are based on an estimated 2 semesters or 1 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category	Cost	Basis	Cost (To You)	Estimated Benefits	Net Cost	Notes
Tuition	$165	Per Credit	$3,960	$0	$3,960
Fees
Safety/Parking Fee	$2	Per Credit	$48	0	$48
Student Activity Fee	$2	Per Credit	$48	0	$48

*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.

Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:

You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.