ACT 125 - Certified Bookkeeper **

3 Credit(s)

Certified Bookkeepers are the elite of their profession, much as CPAs are the best in the accounting field. This bookkeeping class will set students on the path to becoming a Certified Bookkeeper, which can increase their earning potential and enchance their professional status. This class will lead to national certification with the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB). The AIPB Certification is a high professional standard for bookkeepers and is the only national standard. The ability to gain an edge in any job market makes the bookkeeping certification worth it in every way. From bank reconciliation and payroll to various inventory methods, this class is designed to prepare the student to take the AIPB exam. The AIPB exam can be taken at any Prometric Test Center.

Prereqs: ACT 110 with a passing grade or department approval
Course Type: Lecture
Tuition Tier: Base
Delivery Method:
In-Person, Remote
Course Learning Outcomes:
CLO 1) Students will explain the eligibility, ethical standards, and maintenance requirements for Certified Bookkeepers.
CLO 2) Students will apply accrual accounting principles to transactions across fiscal periods, including adjusting and correcting entries.
CLO 3) Students will analyze and reconcile bank statements, identifying and correcting common accounting errors.
CLO 4) Students will calculate book and tax depreciation using various methods, and record appropriate entries.
CLO 5) Students will process basic payroll functions and prepare related tax payments and reports in compliance with regulations.
CLO 6) Students will utilize accounting software, Excel, and internal controls to manage inventory, safeguard assets, and produce accurate financial reports.