Fast-Track Into the Career Field of Accounting
Accounting Assistant OSA Program
Kick-start your career in accounting with our Accounting Assistant Certificate.
You will learn to manage small business books using QuickBooks and also master Excel to analyze financial data.
Our program introduces fundamental accounting principles, bookkeeping practices, and essential financial software skills. Students will learn to process transactions, manage accounts payable and receivable, reconcile bank statements, and assist with payroll and basic financial reporting.
Hands-on exercises using tools like QuickBooks or Excel reinforce practical skills and workplace readiness. Graduates will be equipped to support accounting teams in a variety of business settings and pursue further certification or advancement in the field.
Careers
This program prepares you for a stable career like
- Bookkeeper
- Accounts Payable Clerk
- Accounting Assistant
Get the practical training you need to start your finance career right away.
Take advantage of Grant Funding, while it lasts, and only pay $170 for all three classes.
Course Information
Program Length: 10 Weeks
Program consists of all three courses below. Hybrid: Instruction delivered 50% online and 50% conducted though face-to-face contact.
| Date | Course | Course ID# | Number | Day / Time | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/31 – 10/02 | Computerized Accounting Applications | 244093 | ACNT-1013-4003 | MTWRFSU 12AM–12AM | Online |
| 08/31 – 11/06 | Introduction to Accounting I | 244091 | ACNT-1003-4002 | TR 5:30PM-8:00PM | In-Person |
| 10/05 – 11/06 | Introduction to Computer Accounting | 244092 | ACNT-1011-1001 | MTWRFSU 12AM–12AM | Online |
Enrollment
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When you register online, adding one class to your cart also adds all three courses.
Thanks to grant funding, the course will only cost $170, while it lasts. Exam Vouchers are included with the scholarship.
For more information or for questions about the class, email: rspillai@actx.edu.
Your grant scholarship will apply at the time of checkout.
Program Highlights
Who Should Enroll?
We are looking for prospective students who are looking for a new career or furthering their career in the accounting and financial fields.
The following skills will also be helpful to you in the financial industry:
- Have attention to detail
- Think analytically
- Abilities to problem-solve
- Communicate effectively
- Know how to stay organized
Additional Certifications
After becoming Intuit Certified, many also stack additional certifications.
- QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor
- NACPB certification
- AIPB Certified Bookkeeper
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in accounting
What You'll Gain
The Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional is an industry-recognized credential validating foundational accounting knowledge.
- Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional
- Gain practical, job-focused credentials that can lead to entry-level finance and bookkeeping work without needing a four-year accounting degree first.
- Learn skills to manage budgets and prepare financial reports.
- Make use of the latest financial software.
- Entry level pay for the Amarillo/Panhandle is $18-$22 per hour.
Expected Career Path
Typical progression after gaining experience
- Junior Bookkeeper → Full-Charge Bookkeeper
- Accounting Assistant → Staff Accountant
- Bookkeeper → Payroll or Tax Specialist
- Bookkeeper → Small Business Financial Consultant
- Bookkeeper → CPA track (with additional education)
About TRUE Courses
*Important Information about TRUE Grant Classes.
- The TRUE Program Courses are structured as a three-course series. All three classes must be taken in order when you enroll. You must be willing to commit your time and efforts before registering.
- When you register online, adding one class to your cart also adds all three courses.
- Exam Vouchers are included with the program and provided upon successful completion of all three courses.
Contact
For more information or questions about the program or registering: