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Accounting Assistant
Technical Diploma
Why choose Accounting Assistant?
- Accounting has grown into a dynamic field that is the backbone of the financial world and the only way for businesses in every industry to grow and flourish.
- Regional demand for accountants is growing today and expected to more than double over the next ten years.
- Great way to start a career in accounting.
- Quickly earn a diploma while continuing to work toward full associate degree.
- Accounting is a career with many different specialties, depending on your interests and strengths.
Accounting is the backbone of the financial world. Businesses in every industry rely on their accounting staff to provide financial information that helps them make informed decisions that help the business grow and flourish.
Program Locations
Adams Campus
401 North Main Street
Adams, WI 53910
Marshfield Campus
2600 West 5th Street
Marshfield, WI 54449
Stevens Point Campus
1001 Centerpoint Drive
Stevens Point, WI 54481
Wisconsin Rapids Campus
500 32nd Street North
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin 54494
Online
Length of Program: One Year
Credits: 26
Start Dates: Fall and Spring
Start at any time or location by taking general education courses.
What You'll Learn
The Accounting Assistant program at Mid-State is ideal for students with strong logic and attention to detail. The program develops financial and managerial accounting skills and an understanding of financial reporting. Students also learn critical aspects of budgeting and technology as well as communication skills to be successful in their role.
Students in the program will develop the skills needed to record, post, and reconcile accounting data in the areas of accounts payable, accounts receivable, sales, purchasing, budgeting, and payroll. They will also learn to summarize and report financial information, and provide support within the financial functions of an organization. Students also gain basic tax preparation skills. Includes cooperative learning activities that provide real-world experiences, both inside and outside the classroom.
Estimated Entire Program Cost
Cost based on the 2020/2021 academic calendar year.
- Tuition & Fees: $3,900.98
- Books: $1,023.50
- Supplies, Uniforms, and/or Exams: $0
- Total Estimated Cost: $4,924.48
Financial Aid Eligibility
This program is eligible for full Financial Aid.
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10101111 | Accounting I | 4.00 | |
| 10103106 | Microsoft Office-Introduction | 3.00 | |
| 10101123 | Income Tax Accounting | 3.00 | |
| 10801136 | English Composition I | 3.00 | |
| (13 Credits) |
| Catalog# | Title | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10101113 | Accounting II | 4.00 | |
| 10101129 | QuickBooks Applications | 3.00 | |
| 10101120 | Payroll Accounting | 3.00 | |
| 10804107 | College Mathematics | 3.00 | |
| (13 Credits) |
| (26 Credits) |
Instructors
BOB SMITH, BS, MBA
Bob holds an MBA from Upper Iowa University and is an experienced tax and financial accountant. A lifelong learner, Bob recently earned expert certification in Excel. He also graduated from the Wisconsin Leadership Development Institute in 2017.
“Accounting is a proud, challenging, and endlessly interesting profession. Graduates of our program have many career paths open to them. Accounting is the language of business, and accountants are needed by business and organizations of all sizes.”
SUSAN STRAUTMANN, AAS, BA, MBA
Susan earned her MBA from Lakeland University. She is an accounting expert with over 20 years of progressive experience specializing in accounting as well as analysis, regulation, and reporting. Susan is a governor-appointed accountant member on the Wisconsin Accounting Examining Board and a director on the Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation Board of Directors. In addition, Susan is on the Higher Education Committee for the Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
“I am pleased to be one of a group of instructors who help students realize their educational goals and thereby improve their lives in the future.”
Careers
- Accounting Technician
- Bookkeeper
- Auditing Clerk
Take the Next Step
"The Accounting program at Mid-State equipped me to handle the many real-world tasks I see on a daily basis in my work as a controller."
JAVIER VERA
GRADUATE
Choose Your Path
Career pathways help you take your education one step at a time to maximize your investment and make college fit your life. Earn a credential and start using it in the workforce. Continue with another stack of related courses to gain a more advanced diploma or degree.
Transfer • Dual Credit • Credit for Prior Learning
