Joe Easton, Department Chair
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree

Career Opportunities
The AAS degree in Accounting prepares you for a career in entrylevel accounting or upper-level book-keeping positions.

Program Description
This program offers you a comprehensive understanding of the theory and practice of modern accounting. It places particular emphasis on logical reasoning, enabling you to solve accounting problems and to make sound accounting policy decisions. It also teaches you to use computer software related to the accounting profession. You will learn to use state-of-the-art equipment through industry-standard instructional materials. The required occupational experience provides you the opportunity to obtain valuable on-thejob training. If you are pursuing bachelor’s degree or a career as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), check with your advisor concerning the transfer of courses to four-year colleges.

Note: PCC offers a Pathway of Study in Business Management with an emphaisis in Accounting, for students interested in obtaining a bachelors degree.