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Overview & Employment |
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Curriculum
NIACC Accounting with Computers Diploma Overview & Employment Information
Welcome to a career in bookkeeping and accounting! This program is designed to develop
attitudes, knowledge, and skills required for entry-level positions in this profession.
You may complete the diploma program with 2 semesters of suggested curriculum, or you may
choose to spread the program courses over 3 or more semesters.
In addition, you have the option of applying completed course work toward an Associate
in Science-Business degree or an Associate in General Studies degree. Graduates may also
continue toward an Associate in Arts Degree.
Career Opportunities
A wide variety of businesses provide employment opportunities:
- Agricultural industries
- Banks and financial institutions
- Federal, state, and local government agencies
- Hospitals and health care providers
- Manufacturing companies
- Wholesale and retail firms
Occupational titles include:
- Accounting Clerk
- Accounts Payable Clerk
- Accounts Receivable Clerk
- Bank Teller
- Billing Clerk
- Bookkeeper
- Data Entry
- General Office Clerk
- Payroll Clerk
Employment Outlook
According to the Economic Research Institute's 2005 salary survey, the average
entry-level salary for an accounting clerk position on a national level was $22,075
per year ($10.61 per hour). Larger companies often offer higher salaries and benefits.
Also, jobs obtained by program graduates frequently offer great advancement opportunities.
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