Certificate of Accountancy
Certificate
Estimated Length of Completion
| Degree | Quarters | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate | Full Time: 4 Part Time: 7 |
45.0 |
Program lengths are estimates, not guarantees. For the most current program information, please check with the program contact.
Program Pathway Map
Program Pathways are a series of courses and experiences carefully selected to help you earn your credential and prepare for your career or university transfer. Program Pathway Maps guide you through quarter-by-quarter coursework, indicate when you’ll need to complete important steps, and describe popular careers in this pathway. Some course sequences or recommended courses can be customized or adjusted by speaking with an advisor.
This certificate is designed for anyone who has a non-accounting bachelor's degree and is working toward meeting the accounting educational requirements of the Washington State CPA Examination. Additional courses are necessary to fulfill the requirements to sit for the exam. The courses in this certificate are not considered to be an official statement of acceptability by the Washington State Board of Accountancy. Students should consult the State Board's website for specific exam requirements. In addition, we strongly recommend that all CPA applicants complete a CPA review course to adequately prepare for the CPA Examination.
Please review this virtual information session to learn more and find contact information.
Entry requirements: ACCT&201, ACCT&202, ACCT&203 with a grade of 2.0 or better. It is necessary that students have taken all prerequisite accounting courses within five years.
There are no entry requirements for this program
- Upon certificate completion student may meet the advanced accounting educational requirements for industry certifications like the Washington State CPA.
- Students will demonstrate an ability to organize their workload to meet academic deadlines and thereby develop professional skills.
- Students will be able to identify and appraise situations in professional accounting where the applications of ethical judgments are required.
- Students will be able to apply FASB & GAAS pronouncements to resolve professional accounting issues.
Job tests this program will prepare you for:
- Washington State CPA Examination
For current employment and wage estimates, please visit the following online resources and search for the relevant occupational term:
- National Occupational Information from the O*Net Resource Center (to simply enter a search term, visit O*Net’s keyword search tool).
All costs are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling 206.934.5391. There are additional costs for books and supplies. Each student is responsible for the purchase of certain supplies and required tools before the instruction begins.
Flat Rate
Flat Rate: $
All of the Certificate of Accountancy courses will have 100% online options. Some may have in-person or hybrid options, but the schedule may vary based on demand.
Worker Friendly
This program is offered at times and in formats that meet the needs of working adults. This includes:
- Online: Coursework is generally completed over the internet, within a quarterly timeframe, contact with instructor via email. Some courses may require limited on-campus visits.
Coursework
To check the program sequences please view pdf.