Program Information
A.S. Certificate - Code 0935 - Catalog 2018/2019
Max Grunbaum Nagiel, Chair, 386-506-3829, Max.Nagiel@daytonastate.edu
Jerold Braun, 386-506-3538, Jerold.Braun@daytonastate.edu
School of Business Admin., 386-506-4227
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
In support of the College mission, the Accounting Technology Operations program mission is to provide students with a working knowledge of principles, practices and tools necessary for a successful career in tax preparation.
Description:
The program provides a solid foundation in theory and practice needed to work in the field of tax preparation.
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Demonstrate clear and effective communication.
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Solve business problems using critical thinking.
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Identify and discuss legal and ethical issues in tax preparation, financial planning, and the business environment.
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Use appropriate software and hardware to produce tax returns, financial plans, and financial reports.
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Demonstrate a basic working knowledge of estate planning, investment planning and cash management.
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Apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles to record, summarize, and report business transactions.
Credits earned in this certificate may be applied toward the 208400 AS degree in Accounting Technology and 094300 Accounting Technology Management certificate.
Note: The length of this program makes it ineligible for federal and state financial aid.
Approximate Additional Costs
Program Tuition and Fees: $1,843*
Access Fee: $19.80 ($1.10 per credit)
Assessment Fee: $33
Textbook Estimate: $600
*In-state tuition only; out-of-state tuition will be higher.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing their FAFSA at http://www.fafsa.gov. For more information on grants, loads and work programs available see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at http://www.daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the may Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: http://daytonastate.edu/scholarships.
Additional Admission Requirements
- Program Specific Courses require a "C" or better.
Careers
Program Length: The typical length of this program is two (2) semesters for a full-time student, with 27% graduating within 2 semesters for 2014-15. The Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program (FETPIP) lists the placement rate (2013-14) for this field at 77%.
The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on any career, job, salary potential can be found at http://www.onetonline.org. For additional career information please see: http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/13-2082.00
Note: Need help preparing for your job search? Login to Daytona State's Career Services Online (CSO) to create your personal career account, or email your Daytona State College Career Advisor.
Program Specific Courses
Sample Program of Study
1st Semester
2nd Semester
Total Credit Hours: 18