Certified Bookkeeper

Increased Opportunity for Credentialed Bookkeepers

Today's professional bookkeepers now perform many of the tasks traditionally handled by accountants. This is because in the age of Sarbanes-Oxley, accountants are increasingly absorbed with analysis and regulatory filings. In a field that the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts will grow strongly, this opens a unique opportunity for credentialed bookkeepers with general ledger experience.

Certified Bookkeepers Have a Competitive Advantage

Bookkeepers need to have a competitive edge to enhance their standing and earning potential. And Certified Bookkeepers will have the best prospects. Our program is endorsed by the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers, the national certification body for the profession. The curriculum consists of a single 12-week course, during which you will:

• Receive in-depth instruction in general ledger procedures
• Prepare and sit for the three certification exams
• Complete personal-study workbooks outside of class
• Earn the Certified Bookkeeper credential

Benefits of Studying at UCSC Extension

Our students are reassured by the fact that UCSC Extension Silicon Valley has one of the largest professional accounting programs in the South Bay. Students who study here for the Certified Bookkeeper credential come from all over the Bay Area. They tell us this is because we offer the only classroom program where it is possible to complete all the exams and earn the credential. In addition, you will benefit from:

• Instruction from an experienced CPA
• Real-world cases and insights
• The latest rules and procedures
• Generally accepted account practices
• Up-to-date understanding of regulations

Who Should Attend This Program

Anyone serious about learning how to apply the principles of modern accounting who wants to become certified professional bookkeeper:

• Bookkeepers
• Accounting clerks
• Small-business owners
• Auditing clerks
• Anyone wanting to understand modern bookkeeping