Accounting Associate Degree
at Penn Foster
New Orleans Catalog
About
If you've got a mind for math and enjoy working with numbers, Penn Foster College's online Accounting Associate Degree can help you prepare to take the next steps toward a rewarding career in finance. With flexible, self-paced classes you can graduate with a degree that can increase your earning potential on your schedule, from home.
- Helps prepare students for entry-level jobs in accounting and finance like accounting clerk, payroll clerk, or accounts receivable clerk.
- Online college-level classes cover essential foundational concepts from creating, organizing, and maintaining financial records, to assessing financial data and analyzing financial statements.
- Completing a college degree can help you increase your earning potential.
- The American Council on Education's (ACE) College Credit Recommendation Service has evaluated and recommended college credit for some Penn Foster College courses.
- Our online programs are flexible enough for you to finish them at a pace that works for you, based on how much time you can dedicate to your coursework each week.
Takes
11 Months
Costs
$2.8k
Leads to
$79.9k careers
Example Career
Accountants and Auditors
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Is this a career path I'll enjoy?
Graduates of Penn Foster’s Accounting Associate Degree program can pursue entry-level roles like bookkeepers or accounting clerks, focusing on managing accounts and preparing financial records. Entry-level salaries range from $35,000 to $50,000 annually, with opportunities for growth as skills and experience develop. This program is ideal for those starting a career in accounting and finance
What skills and credentials will I gain?
Upon completion of Penn Foster’s Accounting Associate Degree program, graduates receive an Associate of Science Degree in Accounting. This credential qualifies them for entry-level roles in accounting and finance.
Courses that may spark interest include:
- Principles of Accounting: Lays the foundation for financial management.
- Business Law: Explores legal aspects of business and finance.
- Taxation: Provides insights into tax regulations and filing.
These courses offer practical skills for careers in the accounting field.
Admissions
At Penn Foster, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to receive a quality, affordable education. That’s why we created an open admissions policy that allows students to enroll in our online college, career school, or online high school at any time, from anywhere, and begin their lessons immediately. We have minimal admissions requirements, so there’s no waiting and no anxiety. Enrolling in a Penn Foster program is fast and easy. Get started on building a better future today.
Contact
Who do I contact?
Penn Foster
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