Accounting Technician Certificate

Start by building a foundation in computer applications to learn the basics of administrative computer software. Then, dive deeper into the manual processes behind accounting software to understand how various calculations are performed to detect and troubleshoot errors. Finally, master the most used financial management programs, Sage 50 and QuickBooks® with plenty of practice time.

Program Content

Course Descriptions

Computer Applications for Business | PBKC – 8130 

This comprehensive module provides learners with a valuable measure of technical proficiency and expertise in Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel. Learners gain conceptual understanding and hands-on experience needed for personal and business use.   

• Access to Microsoft Windows 10 and Microsoft Word 2016 is provided in class.

Accounting Technician I Manual Bookkeeping for Service & Merchandising | PBKC – 8129  This module instructs learners in fundamental accounting concepts, bookkeeping processes, and the administration of a straightforward manual bookkeeping system. Skills gained in this module apply to both service and merchandising businesses.   

• Access to Microsoft Excel is provided in class. 
• Learners can also opt to use the Working Papers resource (available for purchase with the textbook) for hand-written entries while working on the class project.

Accounting Technician II Sage 50 | PBKC – 8131 

This module guides learners through software instruction and hands-on, realistic projects in Sage 50. Learning will be enhanced using the manual books created in Accounting Technician I in the Sage 50 environment.   

• Access to Sage 50 2018 software is provided in class.
• The textbook for this module also includes a free trial copy that can be downloaded from the publisher.
• Note: This software is not supported for Mac computers.   

Accounting Technician III QuickBooks | PBKC – 8133 

This module exposes learners to the features and functions of QuickBooks® to ensure proficiency in more than one industry-standard accounting software package. These skills add value and depth to the learner's skillset as they enter the job market.   

• Access to QuickBooks® Premier Software is provided in class.
• Online learners will have access to the software via a free trial copy that is available for download from the textbook publisher.
• Note: This software is not supported on Mac computers.

Required software will be available on Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) computers utilized in the classroom, and online learners will be provided with free online access to the software and trial software while enrolled in the program.