Basic Tax Certificate

Program Requirements

• ACC 115 - Basic Tax Planning Credits: 3
• ACC 117 - Advanced Tax Planning and Preparation Credits: 3
• ACC 121 - Introductory Accounting Credits: 3
• ACC 131 - Principles of Accounting I Credits: 3
• ACC 296 - Internship: Accounting Credits: 3
• CSA 126 - Microsoft Office for Windows Credits: 3

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Basic Tax Certificate program, the learner will be able to:

1. Perform financial accounting functions using proper format and procedure based on Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the International Financial and Reporting Standards (IFRS). (ACC 121, ACC 131)
2. Prepare and interpret financial statements and reports for service and merchandising companies.(ACC 121, ACC 131).
3. Prepare complex tax returns and communicate the effects of tax rules for individuals, partnerships and corporations.(ACC 115, ACC 117, ACC 296)
4. Use current technology and software applications to input, manage, interpret and communicate financial information. (ACC 115, ACC 117, CSA 126, ACC 296)