Dec 02, 2024  
SFCC Catalog 2024-2025 
    
SFCC Catalog 2024-2025

Accounting, A.A.S.


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CIP: 52.0301

School of Business, Professional Studies and Education, 505-428-1308

This program prepares students for employment as accounting clerks in private or public practices and is designed for students intending to obtain or sharpen their accounting skills. It provides general education requirements and entry level accounting courses. 

NOTE: A.A.S. degrees are designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in specific occupations; they are not generally intended to transfer to four-year institutions. For more information on transfer, refer to the Transfer of Credit section of this catalog or speak with an academic advisor.

Students can earn the following certificate related to this degree:

Student can follow the Program Map(s) listed below to complete this program:

Program Learning Outcomes


Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Read, prepare, and analyze financial statements
  • Apply financial tools and techniques to business decisions
  • Prepare payroll computations, records, payment, taxes, deposits, and reports
  • Apply key economic concepts to evaluating relationships among individuals, businesses, and government entities
  • Apply relevant technology and information literacy to communication processes

General Education Requirements: (23 Credits Min.)


Mathematics (3 Credits)


Laboratory Science (4 Credits)


Social/Behavioral Sciences or Creative and Fine Arts (3 Credits)


Humanities (3 Credits)


Health and Wellness (1 Credit)


Total 60 Credits Min.


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