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Accounting Technology (A042 - 2050)

At a Glance
This degree program is designed for the student who will seek immediate employment in the accounting field upon graduation or who is presently employed in accounting and allied fields and desires advancement.
Employment Opportunities Upon completion of this program, you may seek employment in an entry-level position with a broad base of skills, such as Accounting Clerk, Bookkeeper or Accounting Assistant.

Occupational Outlook Handbook
Job Outlook Florida's Employment and Outlook (State-wide)

Outlook: Stable

Growth is estimated to be 9%

Job Openings: 4,188 estimated annual job openings (1,605 due to growth and 2,583 due to replacement)

Employment: 141,086 were employed in this occupation




Choices Planner (Choose Jump in, Choices Planner, Work Tab, Bookeeping & Accounting Clerk)
Salary Information Florida Earnings

Average Annual Wage: $31,637

Entry Annual Wage: $22,464

Experienced Annual Wage: $36,234

Entry Hourly Wage: $10.80

Experienced Hourly Wage: $17.42

Average Hourly Wage: $15.21

Salaries vary depending upon location, skills, experience, position, education, and organization.








Choices Planner (Choose Jump in, Choices Planner, Work Tab, Choose Bookkeeping & Accounting Clerk)
Special Skills or Qualifications Needed Must enjoy working with numbers and computers. The work requires you to be methodical, accurate, orderly, and enjoy working on detailed tasks.
Career Path Notes Students who complete the Accounting Technology CCC can articulate that certificate into the AAS in Accounting Technology. Those planning to complete the AS will also need to complete MGF 1106.
Career Planning Suggestions for Success Thoroughly research the occupation and talk with a professional in the field. The PBCC Career Consultants Network may have the name of a person you can contact. Gain experience while in school. Being familiar with up-to date accounting software packages is important.
Sources of Additional Information Ferguson’s (user name & password is PBCC)

PBCC Career Centers Can Assist You:

Currently enrolled students can also log in to the PBCC Online Career Office program http://www.pbcc.edu/career/ (choose student log in) to locate other resources for information on occupations, employment opportunities, and people in the community willing to talk to students about their career.

Contact a Career Center for assistance with your career planning or job search at your campus:

Lake Worth: (561) 868-3066
Palm Beach Gardens: (561) 207-5350
Boca Raton: (561) 862-4325
Belle Glade: (561) 993-1167

Or E-Mail Us careercenter@pbcc.edu If you prefer.




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