Accounting
- Career Studies Certificate (C.S.C.)
Program Snapshot
Your Learning Options
In-person, Hybrid, 100% Online
24 Credit Hours
Estimated Time to Complete
1 year (2 full-time semesters)
In-State Tuition Per Credit Hour
$176.00 | Calculate your costs
Why Accounting?
Discover the essential courses required by the Virginia Board of Accountancy, to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- Transition from any bachelor's degree to CPA readiness with our comprehensive program tailored for aspiring accountants.
- Connect with our dedicated Accounting faculty advisors to tailor your course selection and navigate the pathway to CPA eligibility.
- Be well prepared to ace the CPA Exam through essential courses required by the Virginia Board of Accountancy, to become a CPA.
Paying for College
We are committed to using all of the available funds to help you gain access to a college education. In fact, more than 91% of our students graduate without any educational debt. In 2023, Reynolds Community College students received over $21 million dollars in grants, loans, work-study and scholarships with the average aid awarded totaling over $4,000 per student.
Payment plans are offered to break down tuition payments. Textbook Assistance and Laptop Lending Programs are also available. Be sure to explore all the types of financial aid available as well!
Why Reynolds?
We are more than a community college.
Reynolds is the key that unlocks the door to your academic and professional success. Here you will find a safe place to start. We will help you explore, dream, succeed, try, and try again. Our amazing faculty and highly personalized advisors, your Reynolds Navigators, are well known for guiding you to discover that "aha moment.” That means an outstanding college experience, less debt, more freedom, and a solid start on your future.
Our comprehensive curriculum opens doors to various government and private sector positions. Stay ahead in a rapidly expanding business and industry landscape, where qualified accounting professionals are in high demand.
Upon successful completion of our program, you'll meet the accounting educational requirements to sit for the Virginia CPA exam.
Students must obtain the following from one or more accredited institutions:
- At least 120 semester hours of college courses
- Baccalaureate or higher degree
- 24 semester hours of business courses
- Accounting concentration or equivalent or 24 semester hours of accounting courses
Tailored exclusively for the CPA exam, our program aligns with the specific requirements set by the Virginia Board of Accountancy, providing you with targeted and relevant knowledge.
Envision yourself doing something more, work toward it, and you will get there!
Dannita Trice
2007 Graduate, Director of Engagement and Operations at Boehly Center for Excellence in Finance
Class Highlights
ACC 231 - Cost Accounting I
Study cost accounting methods and reporting as applied to job order, process, and standard cost accounting systems.
ACC 261 - Principles of Federal Taxation I
Examine the study of federal taxation as it relates to individuals and related entities. Includes tax planning, compliance, and reporting.
ACC 241 - Auditing I
Explore the techniques of investigating, interpreting, and appraising accounting records and assertions.
Program Roadmap
Get all the details on our Accounting program, including class sequences, admission requirements, financial considerations, and more.
Additional Program Information
PURPOSE: This program will provide students with the accounting courses needed to meet the requirements of the Virginia Board of Accountancy to sit for the Certified Public Accountancy (CPA) examination.
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES: These accounting courses may also meet accounting requirements of various government and private sector positions.
TECHNOLOGY PROFICIENCY: Embrace a tech-forward approach as the CPA exam is computer-based. Ensure your proficiency with Windows, Word, and Excel, enhancing your readiness for the examination.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: General college curricular admission.
PROGRAM NOTES: Students entering this program must have successfully completed Principles of Accounting I and II (ACC 211 - ACC 212). Since the CPA exam is computer-based, students should be proficient with computers, including the ability to work with Windows, Word, and Excel. Students should speak with their Accounting faculty advisor prior to enrolling in courses.
To meet the educational requirements to sit for the Virginia CPA exam, candidate must obtain the following from one or more accredited institutions:
- At least 120 semester hours of college courses;
- Baccalaureate or higher degree; and
- Accounting concentration or equivalent.
Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA) requires the following:
- A minimum of 24 semester hours of accounting courses, to include courses in auditing, financial accounting, management accounting, and taxation; and
- A minimum of 24 semester hours of business courses. As many as six hours of accounting courses (not included in the 24 hours of accounting courses) may be considered for the business course requirement.
Although they are in addition to the CSC, if needed, students can complete the 24 business credit hours required by the Virginia Board of Accountancy (VBOA). Please see your faculty advisor for recommended courses.
*Principles of Accounting courses (ACC 211 - ACC 212) or introductory accounting courses cannot be considered in determining whether a person has obtained the minimum of 48 semester hours or equivalent required for an accounting concentration.
