Bookkeeping Specialty

The Bookkeeping Specialty introduces you to both manual and computerized bookkeeping systems while also developing your spreadsheet, database, and file management skills. You can expect to produce ‘real-world’ business documents and become familiar with a full year business cycle while also gaining the skills you need to work in offices requiring a variety of functions.

To receive a Bookkeeping Specialty Certificate, students must complete all courses listed in the Office Administration Certificate and the Bookkeeping Specialty.

To complete the Bookkeeping Specialty, you should be prepared to use Microsoft Office software extensively.

Program Duration:

• Bookkeeping Specialty Certificate – 15 weeks

Note: You have up to 5 years to complete the Bookkeeping Specialty certificate.

Program Start Dates:

You can start the program in September or January or on the first Monday of any month from September to April, provided spaces are available.

Classes:

Online Classes:

• Office Administration online courses are accessible from September to early June. Online instructional support is available during scheduled hours Monday through Friday. Course web sites are accessible 24/7 except during scheduled breaks.

Bookkeeping Specialty Certificate Requirements:

View official program outline.

The Bookkeeping Specialty covers a working knowledge of both manual and computerized bookkeeping systems as well as the development of skills in spreadsheet, database, and file management.  Students are expected to establish employable skills for working in offices where they may perform a variety of functions.

To receive a Bookkeeping Specialty Certificate, students must complete all courses listed in the Office Administration Certificate, and the Bookkeeping Specialty as follows:

Bookkeeping Specialty Certificate Courses

Academic Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Office Administration certificate within the last 5 years.
• Transfer credit for an Office Administration certificate program taken at other institutions may be available.

For the 2025/26 academic year (2025/SU, 2025/FA, 2026/WI, 2026/SP)

_{*Tuition and Fees for domestic students are estimates and are subject to change. Depending on course electives there may be additional lab fees. Tuition and Fees do not include textbook costs or supplies. Tuition fees include student technology fees, student activity fees, and alumni fees. For more information, visit: Tuition and Fees.}

Textbooks and Supplies

Textbooks and supplies are available at the College Bookstore.

Online students must have a PC with Microsoft Office 2016 or Office 365 and Windows 10 for all OFAD courses. Registered students are eligible to acquire MS Office 365 for free. Details are provided after registration.

Note: Mac computers are not supported in the OFAD program.

As a Bookkeeper you can choose to work in the public or private sector. A few examples of career options include:

• Accounting Technicians and Bookkeepers
• Accounting and Related Clerks
• Customer and Information Services Supervisors
• Payroll Administrators
• Supervisors, Finance, and Insurance Office Workers