Technology Development Center
5200 Valentine Road • Ventura, California 93003 • (805) 289-1744 • TDD (805) 676-7365
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Accounting Programs
Accounting Programs
Karl Akkerman, Instructor
Little minds are tamed and
subdued by misfortune;
but great minds rise
above them.
—Washington Irving
Technology Development Center
5200 Valentine Road • Ventura, California 93003 • (805) 289-1744 • TDD (805) 676-7365
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ElEmEntS:
• Accounting 1 & 2
• Accounts Payable/Receivable
• Business English
• Business Math
• Computer Business Forms
• Computer Operating System Fundamentals
• Computer Spreadsheet/Graphics 1
• Electronic Calculator
• Keyboarding 1
• Record Management
• Word Processing 1
Accounting clErk
18 wEEkS
aCCounTIng programs
courSE inFormAtion:
Record keeping is one of the most important
functions of any office, and accurate fiscal
records are probably the most critical of all in
maintaining a successful business. Accurate and
responsible accounting clerks are always in demand.
The accounting clerk occupation is found in every
industry and is one of the top fifty occupations in
California with the largest growth.
Accounting clerks perform such tasks as keeping
checking account records, posting ledgers,
maintaining stock and inventory control, collections,
issuing checks against purchase orders and
merchandise received, preparing invoices and bills
for payment, processing and filing invoices, checking
invoices, bills, etc., for accuracy. Clerks may enter,
verify, and recall a variety of information on a
computer from various source documents.
The accounting clerk program prepares students
to understand and use office technology in order
to produce accurate information quickly. Students
work with the latest software in a business-like
setting, receiving hands-on experience with
electronic calculators and computers.
Accounting courses provide instruction in
calculating, posting, and verifying financial data
and business transactions. Students prepare
vouchers, invoices, financial stat