Accounting

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• Our Program
• Degrees & Certificates
• How Much Time & Money to Finish?
• Earn More Choices & More Money
• Start on Your Pathway!

Our Program

Why Choose Accounting?

• Accountants are necessary for every organization at all times.
• A degree in accounting opens the door to a variety of professional positions & advancement within an organization.
• Accountants provide their organizations with valuable skills, such as:
  • Analyzing & interpreting financial data
  • Communicating with managers owners & investors
  • Applying accounting principles

Prepare for What You Will Do at Work

• Analyze, record & report accounting information
• Work with spreadsheets & various accounting software systems
• Prepare tax & payroll documents & ensure timely payments
• Use critical thinking skills to maximize profit & help organizations operate efficiently

Marketable Skills You Will Learn

• Critical thinking
• Reasoning
• Communication
• Personal and social responsibility
• Teamwork
• Computer literacy

Before You Enroll, Think About:

• You will be working with numbers, numbers, and numbers!
• You need to be detail oriented and analytical.
• Our A.A.S. degrees will prepare you for entry level positions in areas such as:
  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounts receivable
  • Accounts payable
  • Payroll
  • Tax
• Our A.A.S. degrees will not prepare you for the CPA exam. 
  • If you want to transfer to a university and earn a higher degree, you should enroll in an A.A. or A.S. program.

Licensing Notice: Texas House Bill 1508

This program prepares you for an occupational license. However, you may not be eligible for licensing if you have a prior criminal history.

For more details, see Texas House Bill 1508 Licensing Requirements

Need a boost to get ready for college?

Talk to your advisor about Developmental Studies if your TSI scores say you need some help in math or reading and writing.

Degrees & Certificates

Explore the TCC Catalog and view the list of courses you will need to take for your degree or certificate.

Degree

• Accounting Information Management, AAS

Certificates

Level 1

• Accounting Specialist I 

Level 2

• Accounting Specialist II

Degree

• Business Administration: Accounting Assistant, AAS

Certificates

Level 1

• Accounting Assistant I
• Accounting Assistant II

Level 2

• Accounting Assistant III

How Much Time & Money to Finish?

2026–2027 Academic Year

Notes:

• Tuition is based on in-state, in-county rates.
• Totals do not include textbooks and other materials.

Continuing Education Programs

Time commitments and fees vary depending on the course.

Earn More Choices & More Money

Transfer to a college or university to continue your studies. Earning a bachelor’s degree opens the door to career and promotion opportunities.

For example, you will be ready to work toward:

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting
• Bachelor of Business Administration
• Bachelor of Arts in Accounting

Next steps

• Talk to your advisor about planning for transfer
• Explore transfer schools

Start on Your Pathway!