Microcredential in
Introduction to Accounting
This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.
Hudson Valley Community College
Online
Online
Delivery
2 Semesters
Estimated time to complete
35 Hours
Instruction hours
$1,725.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
The first in a three-microcredential series, the Introduction to Accounting (Skills) microcredential is the key to launching your finance career. In this microcredential you will study General Accepted Accounting Principles and the accounting life cycle, building foundational skills in financial statement creation and analysis, assets and liabilities, and budgeting. You will be introduced to the key functions of personal finance, understanding investments and estate planning. Then, depending on your current experience level, you can customize your microcredential by taking an introductory course in computer applications or a more advanced course in using common computer programs for basic business analysis. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and internships.
An online microcredential from Hudson Valley Community College (35 instruction hours). Registration is completed with Hudson Valley Community College. Eligible for financial aid.
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
Section 2:
Open
What you can earn
Introduction to Accounting Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Skills covered
Financial Accounting
Accounting Cycle
Financial Statement Analysis
Assets and Liabilities
Stockholder Equity
Financial Planning
Budgeting
Investments
Estate Planning
Microsoft Office
Business Analytics
Career outlook
Related occupations: Office Manager, Project Coordinator, Small Business Owner
Business and project skills apply in almost every industry.
Funding opportunities
You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.
Workforce Development Grant (Grant)
State workforce grant for non-credit training in high-need fields.
Who qualifies: New York State residents 18 and older.
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.