Payroll Clerk Certificate

Program Overview

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Payroll Clerk Certificate

Summary

The Payroll Clerk certificate is designed to provide you with knowledge and skills that are essential building blocks in the field of Accounting. All courses within this certificate are also part of a AAAS degrees in Accounting.

What You’ll Learn

• An understanding of the basic accounting cycle for service and merchandising firms
• Basic business computer skills with specific knowledge of commercial accounting software
• Basic understanding of the payroll process and the rules and regulations related to payroll

Courses & Requirements

Program Description:

Shoreline Community College offers a short-term Payroll Clerk Certificate of Completion (CC) leading to an entry-level position in the accounting field. Students interested in advancement are encouraged to enroll in longer courses of study to complete additional certificates or associate degrees in Associate Degrees in Accounting. Students pursuing a four-year baccalaureate degree should follow the Business Associate in Arts (AA-DTA) direct transfer degree planning guide.

Certificate of Completion (20 Credits)

Grade of 2.0 or better in each Accounting course required.

Program Prerequisites:

• Placement into ENGL 99 or equivalent, and placement into MATH 98.

Program Requirements

• ACCT& 201 Principles of Accounting I
• ACCT 104 Payroll Accounting
• BUS 150 Business Spreadsheet Fundamentals
• ACCT 206 Computer Accounting

Careers & Opportunities

The job outlook for accounting-related occupations is very good. Graduates may be hired as entry payroll clerks.

Potential employers include: Certificate holders can be employed by government and private industry. The field also provides opportunities for temporary employment and part-time work.

Tuition & Fees

Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

	WA-Resident	Non-WA resident, US citizen, & Eligible non-citizen On Campus	Non-WA resident Non-US citizen¹	Non-WA resident, US citizen Online Only
1 credit	$126.47	$246.49	$327.01	$144.67
5 credits	$632.35	$1,232.45	$1,635.05	$723.35
12 credits (full-time)	$1,387.14	$2,487.04	$3,408.94	$1,571.08
15 credits	$1,570.80	$2,520.25	$3,617.20	$1,757.65

¹ Includes all International Students, both on campus and overseas online

Additional Fees

Approximately $20 - $120 per quarter, depending on courses selected

Program Advisor:

Dan King Rm 1415

Program Information:

Length of Program: 20 Credits Completion Award: Certificate of Completion Enrollment: Fall, Winter, Spring Approximate Quarterly Costs: $0 (in addition to tuition, books and parking) Website: NA

Plan code: ATBPCC20

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Program Outline

Outline:

• Program Content: The Payroll Clerk certificate program covers the basic accounting cycle for service and merchandising firms, basic business computer skills with specific knowledge of commercial accounting software, and a basic understanding of the payroll process and the rules and regulations related to payroll.
• Program Structure: The program consists of 20 credits and can be completed in 20 quarters.
It is offered on campus and online.
• Course Schedule: The program's course schedule varies depending on the quarter.
Students are advised to check the Class Schedule for the most up-to-date information.

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Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates may be hired as entry payroll clerks.
• Opportunities: Certificate holders can be employed by government and private industry.
The field also provides opportunities for temporary employment and part-time work.