First Year (30 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACNT 1311 - Introduction to Computerized Accounting 1(Required for progression) | 3 | - | ||
| BUSI 1301 - Business Principles (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | - |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACNT 1303 - Introduction to Accounting I 1(Required for progression) | 3 | - | ||
| BMGT 1341 - Business Ethics | 3 | - |
Spring Semester
Come talk to an academic advisor about your graduation for the Level 1 Certificate in Bookkeeping.
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACNT 1329 - Payroll and Business Tax Accounting 1(Required for progression) | 3 | - | ||
|
POFI 1349 - Spreadsheets or ITSW 1304 - Introduction to Spreadsheets |
3 | - |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACNT 1313 - Computerized Accounting Applications 1(Required for progression) | 3 | - | ||
| Choose from a Finance Elective 3(Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | - |
Summer Courses
These courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choose from Business Elective 4(Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | - | ||
| Choose from Soft Skills Elective 5(Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | - |
Second Year (30 Credit Hours Total)
Fall Semester
Come talk to an academic advisor about your Temple College graduation and your university transfer plans.
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT 2301 - Principles of Financial Accounting (FY) 1(Required for progression) | 3 | - | ||
| BCIS 1305 - Business Computer Applications (FY)(Offered on a continuous basis) | 3 | 090 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCT 2302 - Principles of Managerial Accounting (Required for progression) |
3 | - | ||
| BUSI 2301 - Business Law (Required for progression) |
3 | - |
Spring Semester
Come talk to an academic advisor about your Temple College graduation and your university transfer plans.
First 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECON 2301 - Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 | 080 | ||
| ENGL 1301 - Composition I (FY) 1(Required for progression) | 3 | 010 |
Second 8 Week Courses
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECON 2302 - Principles of Microeconomics | 3 | 090 | ||
| Choose any course in the Mathematics Core 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 020 |
Summer Courses
These courses can also be taken during any Fall or Spring Semester
| Course Name | Credit Hours | Core Code | Term Taken | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choose any course in the Communications Core 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 010 | ||
| Choose from Language, Philosophy, Culture, or Creative Arts Core 2(Visit Enrollment Advisor) | 3 | 040/050 |
📜 Level 1 Certificate in Bookkeeping
Students can earn a Level 1 Certificate in Bookkeeping after completing their first year coursework. Speak with an academic advisor about graduation requirements for this certificate.
Important Notes
Note 1: Must successfully complete the course in order to progress in the AAS Accounting degree.
Note 2: Meet with an academic advisor to discuss preferred core and degree requirements for your transfer university and for university specific transfer classes.
Note 3: Choose from Finance Electives - consult with advisor for approved course options.
Note 4: Choose from Business Electives - consult with advisor for approved course options.
Note 5: Choose from Soft Skills Electives - consult with advisor for approved course options.
FY: Course will be offered on a continuous basis so that a student can take the course in any fall or spring semester.
Core Curriculum Numbering: 010-090 represents the Core Curriculum Numbering System.
Transfer Outlook
The AAS Accounting (ACCT) prepares students with the theoretical understanding and practical skills necessary to transfer into a bachelor’s program or begin work as an accounting clerk.
This degree trains students to see the “big picture” while learning many of the practical everyday tasks that a professional accountant or clerk would perform.
Career Outlook
Potential career paths and entry-level salaries in Central Texas:
- Bookkeeping/Accounting Clerk: $29,814 (Associate Degree required)
- Payroll/Timekeeping Clerk: $34,501 (Associate Degree required)
Salary data based on entry-level jobs in Central Texas from https://texaswages.com/