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Accounting

Students pursuing an accounting degree at Delgado Community College will attain the technical skills that will lead them to accounting and accounting-related professions. Many of the courses offered in this program are transferable to senior institutions.

According to the Department of Labor, employment for accountants is expected to increase, growing faster than the average for all occupations. This program is accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs.

This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council of Business Schools and Programs.

Alyssa D

 

"I really enjoy the curriculum in the School of Business.  It offers courses with various class options with Canvas.  This way, you can see how many assignments are due on the specific dates. I like that the online course allows me to study, learn, and practice at my own pace which I often like to get ahead on assignments if I know I can not do it around the time that it is due."

- Alyssa D. - Accounting Major

Career Opportunities

Accounting Clerk ∙ Bookkeepingt Clerk ∙ Financial Clerk ∙ Auditing Clerk ∙ Teller ∙ Bill and Account Collector ∙ Payroll Administrator ∙ Accounting Assistant

Average Salary - $50,000

Learn

  • Analyze and record financial transactions
  • Identify and apply individual income tax and payroll tax laws
  • Master accounting and entry-level business software applications
  • Perform managerial accounting functions using proper format and procedures

PROGRAM OFFERINGS

Accounting, A.A.S.
Earn your Applied Science degree in Accounting.
60 total credit hours required

Learn more in the College Catalog

Program Learning Outcomes Assessment and Planning 

Academic Year 2019-2020

Academic Year 2020-2021

Academic Year 2021-2022

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FAQs

Will this degree help me become a CPA?

This degree is the first step, but an associate degree alone is not enough to become a Certified Public Accountant in Louisiana. CPA licensure requires:

  • A bachelor’s degree
  • 150 total college credit hours
  • Upper-level accounting coursework

Our program is designed to make transferring to a bachelor’s program smooth and affordable for students who want to pursue CPA certification later.

What skills will I learn in the program?

  • Financial statement preparation
  • Payroll processing
  • Accounts payable/receivable management
  • Budgeting and cost analysis
  • QuickBooks and accounting software proficiency
  • Tax preparation fundamentals
  • Professional communication and business ethics

How long does it take to complete the associate degree?

Most students finish in two years, 15 credit hours per semester (4 total semesters).