Accounting Associate of Arts
Online USA
Associate Degree
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
About: The Accounting Associate of Arts focuses on foundational concepts in accounting. Students will gain essential skills in financial reporting, tax preparation, and auditing principles. The program emphasizes practical applications and prepares students for entry-level positions in the accounting field.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue roles such as accounting assistant, bookkeeper, or financial clerk. This program serves as a stepping stone for further studies or certifications in accounting.
Accounting internships are offered freshman year to help JWCC students gain experience and determine the areas of most interest in this in-demand career. Job functions include:
- verifying the accuracy of financial or transactional data
- executing sales or other financial transactions
- collecting deposits, payments, or fees
- preparing cash for deposit or disbursement
- preparing asset, liability, and capital account entries
- tax processing
- payroll functions
After earning JWCC’s two-year associate in arts in accounting, students may transfer to a four-year institution to finish a bachelor’s degree in accounting in two additional years.
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