Accounting Certification

Certification will help to develop and enhance accounting skills and knowledge by providing an overview of the accounting function, as well as detailed training on the use of specific accounting tools and their associated policies and procedures.  

The Accounting Certification Program is a 14-week program intended for unit preparers and approvers of accounting information.  Each session is instructor-led by Division of Financial Affairs staff.  A certificate of attendance and Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be given upon completion of the program (see Required Courses ). 

Staff members employed in business service centers will be required to pass an open-book exam for each class to obtain certification (non-service center staff can also take the exams for certification).

What if I take these classes individually (not part of the Wednesday program), can I still obtain the certification?

Absolutely!  Classes that are offered in the certification program are also offered individually (see Required Courses ).  In fact, by taking classes more often than once per week, many staff have successfully completed the certification program FASTER than those who meet every Wednesday (only if timing of class dates coincides with courses needed).  In other cases, it may have taken six months or more, based on the individual's schedule.  Either way, the classes and exams are identical and this allows us to meet the many needs of our customers and offer several options to receive this training.