Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Southwest Virginia Community College offers a comprehensive Associate of Applied Science Degree in Accounting, designed for those seeking immediate full-time employment in the accounting field upon completion. With a curriculum that includes technical courses in accounting, related areas, general education, and electives, you’ll gain both the theoretical concepts and practical applications needed for future success in roles such as Accountant, Junior Accountant, Tax Preparer, Payroll Clerk, and more.
A QUALITY EDUCATION
The demand for qualified personnel in accounting has significantly increased due to advances in technology and the increased complexity of the business environment. Persons seeking their first employment in an accounting position and those presently in accounting who are seeking to upgrade their skills may benefit from this curriculum.
Accounting (AAS)
CIP 52.0399
Degree: Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Program Code: 203-01
Program Length: 2 year - 4 Semesters
Minimum Credits: 62
Distance Learning Option Available
Program Advisor
Margaret Dye
276.964.7308
Davis Hall 230
Purpose: The demand for qualified personnel in accounting has significantly increased due to advances in technology and the increased complexity of the business environment. The Associate of Applied Science Degree curriculum in Accounting is designed for persons who seek full-time employment in an accounting field immediately upon completion of the degree. Persons seeking their first employment in an accounting position and those presently in accounting who are seeking to upgrade their skills may benefit from this curriculum.
Occupational Objectives: Accountant, Junior Accountant, Tax Preparer, Payroll Clerk, Accounting Trainee, Manager of Small Business, Accounting Technician, Internal Auditor, Self-employment
Admission Requirements: In addition to the admission requirements established for the college, entry into the Accounting program requires high school English, keyboarding, and mathematics proficiency. Deficiencies can be made up for English and mathematics through the College's corequsite studies. Keyboarding deficiencies can be made up by enrolling in
Program Requirements: The first two semesters of the Accounting program are similar to other curricula in business. In the second year, students specialize in Accounting courses. The curriculum will include technical courses in accounting, courses in related areas, general education and electives. Instruction will include both the theoretical concepts and practical applications needed for future success in accounting. Students must consult with their faculty advisor in planning their program and selecting electives and/or substitutes. Students planning to transfer to a four-year college should contact that institution regarding the transfer of courses. Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the graduate will be awarded the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Business Technology with a major in Accounting.
First Semester
- ACC 211: Principles of Accounting I
- SSE 1: Social Science Elective *
- ENG 111: College Composition I **
- MTH 154: Quantitative Reasoning
- SDV 101: Orientation to (Discipline)
- ITE 152: Introduction to Digital and Information Literacy and Computer Applications
Semester Total
- Lecture Hours: 16
- Lab Hours: 0
- Course Credits: 16
Second Semester
- ACC 212: Principles of Accounting II
- ACC 124: Payroll Accounting
- AST 117: Keyboarding for Computer Usage
- ACC 215: Computerized Accounting
- MTH 155: Statistical Reasoning
- ITE 140: Spreadsheet Software
Semester Total
- Lecture Hours: 16
- Lab Hours: 0
- Course Credits: 16
Third Semester
- ACC 221: Intermediate Accounting I
- ACC 261: Principles of Federal Taxation I
- BUS 236: Communications in Management
- ACC 231: Cost Accounting I
- MKT 170: Customer Service
Semester Total
- Lecture Hours: 14
- Lab Hours: 0
- Course Credits: 14
Fourth Semester
- ELECTIVE Humanities/Fine Arts 3 credit ***
- ACC 222: Intermediate Accounting II
- ACC 241: Auditing I
- ACC 290: Coordinated Internship In Accounting 1 credit
- OR
- ACC 299: Supervised Study in Accounting 1 credit
- ACC 232: Cost Accounting II
- FIN 215: Financial Management
Semester Total
- Lecture Hours: 16
- Lab Hours: 0
- Course Credits: 16
Total Minimum Credits: 62
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The demand for qualified personnel in accounting has significantly increased due to advances in technology and the increased complexity of the business environment. Persons seeking their first employment in an accounting position and those presently in accounting who are seeking to upgrade their skills may benefit from this curriculum.
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