Associate in Accounting - Summerdale - PA - Pennsylvania - Central Pennsylvania College - I971

Central Penn Advantages for Accounting Majors

    * Concentrated program includes more than 30 credit hours in accounting
       courses - more than is required in a typical Bachelor's Degree program
    * Build confidence and competence in accounting skills through hands-on learning
    * Specialized training in cost accounting, tax accounting, and computer utilization
    * Gain real-world experience through a professional internship
    * Receive your Associate Degree in as little as 18 months plus an internship
    * Experience small class sizes and personalized instruction
    * Learn from professors who have first hand, real-world experience

What kind of work does an Accounting graduate do?

Central Penn Accounting Associate Degree graduates can be found in nearly every aspect of the business profession. Many are qualified for a position as a full charge bookkeeper, accountant, accounts payable clerk, assistant controller, and various banking and investment positions. Accountants supply vital data to management for use in decision-making and planning, as well as detailed analysis of the past performance of a company. They apply generally accepted accounting principals and standards to the business environment.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants entering the Accounting Program should have not less than a 2.0 GPA (C average) with recommended or required preparation that includes:

    * Strong background in communications
    * Two units of high school math, including algebra, required

Internship

Upon completion of your Accounting Associate Degree program course work, you will participate in a professional internship. This is the last step in your development toward professional success. You will sharpen your skills and personal attributes by directly interacting with professionals in their health care facilities. The internship gives you the opportunity to use all the knowledge you acquired while attending Central Penn. No matter where you complete your internship, you will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in this high-paying career. Some typical internship sites include:

    * Boyer & Ritter, CPA
    * Keystone Health Plan
    * L.B. Smith Ford, Inc

Who will teach me?

The Accounting faculty at Central Pennsylvania College is highly knowledgeable professionals who bring relevant work experience to the classroom. Our professors care about the career success of each student, and they will work with you on an individual basis to help you accomplish your academic goals. These same professors serve as student academic advisors, maintaining personal relationships with students as well as serving as a reference and friend. And because of Central Penn's small class size, you receive the personalized instruction you need to complete your course work in a timely and professional manner.

Who will I work for?

Through the years, Central Penn has developed a close working relationship with many companies and organizations across Pennsylvania. As a result, Central Penn interns and graduates find the door open to them at a number of locations. A partial list of employers of Central Penn Accounting graduates includes:

    * Select Medical Corporation
    * Holiday Inn, Inc - Harrisburg East
    * Miller & Hartman, CPAs, Lancaster, PA