Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Objective:
Earners of the Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional certificate have demonstrated a knowledge and understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles. The core concepts the earner demonstrated in the exam include accounting basics; accounting for assets and sales transactions; accounting for liabilities, equity, and purchase transactions; reconciliation, and financial statements.
Program Description:
Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional program will build a foundation of basic bookkeeping concepts and accounting measurement, learn how to work through the various phases of the accounting cycle to produce key financial statements, and practice interpreting and analyzing financial statements to make key business decisions.
Competencies to be achieved:
Bookkeeping Basics: Define accounting and the concepts of accounting measurement. Explain the role of a bookkeeper and common bookkeeping tasks and responsibilities. Summarize the double entry accounting method. Explain the ethical and social responsibilities of bookkeepers in ensuring the integrity of financial information.
Assets in Accounting: Summarize the common types of assets a business may have. Describe the importance of control over inventory. Outline how depreciation expense is reported on an income statement. Illustrate how transactions can be recorded in terms of the resulting change in the elements of the accounting equation.
Liabilities and Equity in Accounting: Describe the three main characteristics of liabilities. Demonstrate an understanding of the basic payroll accounting functions and tasks. Compare and contrast the different types of equity. Use the accounting equation to describe the financial position of an organization.
Financial Statement Analysis: Describe and illustrate the use of a bank reconciliation in controlling cash. Outline the purpose of financial statements in relationship to decision making. Describe basic financial statement analytical methods. Apply quantitative skills to analyze business health.
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to the student including testing, certification):
In-state: $1,865 ($1,473 plus tech fee, exam and book)
Out-of-state: $2,365 ($1,973 plus tech fee, exam and book)
Note: Tuition, Fees, Books, and Supply costs reviewed annually and may be modified as needed
Tuition:
In-state tuition: $1,473
Out-of-state Tuition: 1,973
Tuition Schedule: N/A
Additional Fees:
Exam Fee: $290 for 1 exam voucher + 3 retakes + 1 practice exam
Technology Fee: $27 per course
Total Additional Fees: $317
Books:
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Curriculum – available through GMetrix
Total Book Cost: $75 per student
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Jennifer Ericson
Email: continuinged@azwestern.edu
Phone number: 928-317-7674
Direct Website link to the program: https://www.azwestern.edu/workforce-ed/technology-certifications/intuit-certified-bookkeeping-professional
Additional information: N/A
Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
https://www.azwestern.edu/workforce-ed/registration-and-payment
Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No: Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: Intuit
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes, Students could take the Intuit QuickBooks Certified User certification in addition to this course.
Career Pathway:
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes, Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional is a globally recognized credential utilized in many of today's diverse business environments.
Accredited Curriculum: (This refers to the course being accredited, not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes, Intuit
Link to Accrediting Website: https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Certifications/Intuit/Certifications/Certify/Certified-Bookkeeping.aspx
Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program.
Total Participants Registered: 11
Total Earning Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional Credential: 6
Passing Success Rate: 54.55%
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
6
Hours
150
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Arizona Western College, 1351 S. Redondo Center Dr., Yuma, AZ 85365
Local WIB
9 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yuma County
Name of Credential
Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Financial Assistance offered through AZ@Work.
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Intuit
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$75.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$290.00
In-State Tuition
$1,473.00
Other Fees
$27.00 Technology Fee
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$1,973.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,865.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,365.00
