Accounting, A.A.S.

Purpose

The curriculum is designed for persons who seek employment in the accounting field or for those presently in accounting who wish to increase their knowledge and update their skills. Job opportunities include accounting trainee, accounting technician, junior accountant, and accountant.

NOVA’s A.A.S. in Accounting is excellent for those interested in the organization and reporting of financial data. Upon completion of the program, students can take an additional three courses for the Accounting Career Studies Certificate, and then are eligible to proceed to the CPA exam (if other education requirements are satisfied). Contact the Virginia Board of Accountancy for all education requirements.

Transfer Information

Transfer is not the primary purpose of an A.A.S. program, but NOVA has articulation agreements that facilitate the transfer of this and other career-oriented programs to selected senior institutions. Students interested in transfer should contact a counselor or their academic advisor early in their program.

Recommended Preparation

The student should possess a proficiency in high school English and a strong background in basic arithmetic.

Two Years

Upon the completion of this program, students may consider the Accounting Career Studies Certificate. Additional courses needed are as follows: ACC 219 Gov. & Not-For-Profit Accounting, ACC 262 Principles of Federal Taxation II, and ACC 230 Advanced Accounting.

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May substitute with BUS 224 Business Statistics. Alternatively, students may request MTH 245 Statistics I as substitute for BUS 220 Introduction to Business Statistics; contact a faculty advisor to request a course substitute for MTH 245 Statistics I.