Program Overview
The CPA Exam Preparation - Audit Certificate of Achievement program at Foothill College equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the CPA exam and pursue careers in accounting. The program covers a comprehensive range of accounting topics, including auditing, taxation, and financial statement analysis. Students complete 25 units in three terms, with courses offered in a traditional semester format. Upon completion, graduates are prepared for roles such as accountant, auditor, and tax preparer.
Program Outline
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Program Content:
The CPA Exam Preparation - Audit Certificate of Achievement program at Foothill College is designed to prepare students for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam and employment in the field of accounting. The program covers a wide range of accounting topics, including:
- Accounting terminology, concepts, principles, and frameworks
- Accounting calculations and problem-solving methods
- Financial statement analysis
- Review of financial accounting standards
- Payroll and business taxes
- Individual and advanced taxation
- Computerized accounting software
- Auditing and forensic accounting
- Governmental and not-for-profit accounting
- Ethics in accounting
Program Structure:
The program consists of 25 units, which can be completed in three terms. The first term includes the course Intermediate Accounting I, which covers the basics of financial accounting. The second term includes the courses Intermediate Accounting II and an elective course. The third term includes the courses Intermediate Accounting III and Auditing.
Course Schedule:
The program is offered in a traditional semester format, with classes meeting once or twice per week. The following is a sample course schedule:
- Fall: Intermediate Accounting I
Careers:
The CPA Exam Preparation - Audit Certificate of Achievement program prepares students for a variety of careers in accounting, including:
- Accountant
- Auditor
- Tax preparer
- Bookkeeper
- Payroll clerk
- Financial analyst The program also prepares students to sit for the CPA exam, which is required for licensure as a CPA in most states.
