Diploma Program
Bookkeeping and Payroll Accounting
Online Diploma Program
CLASSES START
Jul 8th
6-8 Mo. Program Length | 25 Credits |
Online Format | $515 Cost Per Credit |
Diploma Program
Bookkeeping and Payroll Accounting
Online Diploma Program
Earn a fast start in your new career path
| Accreditation | Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission |
|---|---|
| Transfer credit | Up to 18 approved credits |
| Certification | 准备美国薪资协会(APA)的基础薪资认证(FPC)考试 |
| Pathways | Discover pathways to continue your undergraduate education (AS in Accounting, BS in Accounting) |
| QuickPaths | Transfer credit, stackable credentials, 和自适应学习技术，为学生更快地接受高等教育搭建了一条通道 |
Satisfaction rate
Our overall student satisfaction rate, according to the 2023 Herzing Graduate Survey.
Satisfaction rate
Our overall student satisfaction rate, according to the 2023 Herzing Graduate Survey.
Overview: Diploma in Bookkeeping & Payroll Accounting
The Diploma in Bookkeeping & 工资会计是一个25学分的职业文凭课程，为你成为一名簿记员做准备, with potential to grow in the field of accounting in the future.
在线文凭课程为学生提供工资会计的基本知识和技能, taxation, business law, computerized accounting, and much more.
Career-focused curriculum
发现在工作中取得成功所需的关键知识和技能，为持续的职业发展奠定基础.
Flexible schedule
You can take classes during the day or in the evening. We strive to be as flexible as possible for busy non-traditional students.
Virtual services
Access to extensive virtual services, including academic advising, tutoring, support services, technical support and library services.
Lifelong support
We support your ongoing career advancement by providing comprehensive, personalized student services with lifelong career coaching.
Rolling admissions
No application deadlines to worry about. Apply when you’re ready and prepare to get started soon.
Classes Start July 8th
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Curriculum
Bookkeeping and Payroll Accounting Diploma classes & curriculum details
软件下载的文凭课程旨在为学生提供基本工资会计实践的入门理解. 您将了解如何在典型的商业环境中建立和维护会计和工资记录.
All classes are delivered online in a virtual learning environment.
| Program | Monthsi | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Bookkeeping and Payroll Accounting | 6-8 | 25 |
i. Average number of months for students to complete program
Program availability varies by location
Required Courses
All courses, 21.00 semester credit hours, are required.
Open Elective Course
A minimum of 3.00 semester credit hours of open electives is required. Courses must be in Accounting (AC) Business (BU) or Information Systems (IS).
Personal and Professional Development Courses
1.00 semester credit hours are required.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition & Cost
When you accept the 10% tuition discount from our Financial Commitment Scholarship, the cost of tuition for the accounting diploma program is $515 per credit.
You can potentially earn even greater savings by transferring credit from prior college coursework, applying for financial aid, or potential partnership opportunities through your employer.
Our goal is your career advancement. That’s why we are always working to improve our curriculum and processes to make our program as affordable as possible while preparing you best for success in your work.
You may be eligible for multiple scholarships and grants, both through Herzing University and several national scholarship websites.
Veterans, Active Duty U.S. Servicemembers, and spouses may qualify for a 10% tuition discount or tuition reduction to $250 per credit.
Requirements
Diploma program enrollment requirements
Prerequisites to enroll in the Herzing Bookkeeping and Payroll Accounting diploma program include:
- Completed high school diploma, GED or equivalent
- Meet and interview with a Herzing University admissions advisor
- Complete an enrollment application
Eligible states for enrollment: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, District Of Columbia, and the Virgin Islands.
Classes Start July 8th
Waived Enrollment FeeWhat can I do with a diploma in bookkeeping/accounting?
Earning a diploma is an excellent way to get your start in the field of accounting and qualify for entry-level jobs as a bookkeeper or other support positions in payroll and accounting.
Possible job titles include:
- Bookkeeper
- Accounting Clerk
- Accounts Payable Clerk
- Accounts Receivable Clerk
- Auditing Clerk
- Payroll and Timekeeping Clerk
How can I advance my career? 完成毕业证书后，你可以将学分转换为赫京大学会计专业的副学士学位或学士学位. 在获得本科学位后，你可以选择继续攻读商业和管理专业的研究生学位 Master of Business Administration.
Job outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of accountants and auditors is expected to increase 4% from 2022-2032, higher than the estimate for bookkeeping, accounting and auditing clerks.*
希望成为会计师或审计员的学生可以通过参加一个专业的培训来获得这类工作的最佳资格 Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Every employer will have their own unique requirements for job applicants. While certification may not be required by each employer, a Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) from the American Payroll Association (APA) can help give you an edge in the job market. Our diploma program helps you prepare for the exam and become a certified bookkeeper.
虽然你可能不需要持有学位来胜任包括簿记和会计任务的工作, employers may prefer earning a degree if you plan to become an accountant and continue advancing your career in accounting and finance. 如果没有会计专业的本科学位，很难在会计领域获得高级职位.
Many states require that you must have a bachelor’s degree plus additional credit hours to sit for the exam to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). State-specific requirements may vary.2
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing clerks earn an average salary of $49,580 per year ($23.84 per hour).* Pay can vary widely by the education you’ve earned, experience in the field, specific responsibilities of the job, and state of employment.
Yes! Because so many financial and accounting-related programs are online, it’s possible to work remotely as a bookkeeper or accountant.
Keep in mind every employer has their own requirements and potentially might require candidates for entry-level positions to gain experience in the office before working from home.
Bookkeepers record financial transactions and maintain accurate financial ledgers. They may also oversee accounts payable and receivable, process payroll, and track financial transactions.
To become a bookkeeper, you'll want strong math skills, a keen attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. A diploma in a bookkeeping can provide a strong foundation in basic payroll accounting and skills needed to help you find an entry-level job. The programs often take less than a year and can be completed online.
Both certificate and diploma programs are field-specific credentials that do not include general education courses required in a degree program. Each can typically be completed faster than an associate degree program.
Certificates are typically the least comprehensive programs, providing the minimum career-focused training necessary to perform a certain type of job.
Diploma programs tend to be more in-depth than certificates, 并且可以包括实践经验，为你在你所追求的领域中更广泛的工作做好最好的准备.
赫京大学的文凭课程旨在帮助您在第一份工作之后为长期的职业生涯奠定基础. Our diploma programs are designed to help you begin and grow your new career.
Yes!
你将有机会发展会计方面的关键技能，并有资格获得会计领域的入门级职位. Earning a diploma in bookkeeping and payroll accounting represents a college-level educational background preparing you to become a valuable member of an accounting team within many different types of organizations.
A key difference between a diploma and a degree in accounting is required coursework.
Typically, an accounting diploma takes 6-8 months, while a degree may take two or more years. In a diploma program, you'll take classes specific to the field of accounting with no general education courses.
这是获得某一学科基础知识的一种经济有效的方式，可以帮助你获得入门级工作的资格.
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Accreditation
Accreditation & Disclosures
Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
* Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics 2023 / Occupational Outlook Handbook 2022. BLS estimates do not represent entry-level wages and/or salaries. Multiple factors, including prior experience, age, geography market in which you want to work and degree field, will affect career outcomes and earnings. Herzing neither represents that its graduates will earn the average salaries calculated by BLS for a particular job nor guarantees that graduation from its program will result in a job, promotion, salary increase or other career growth.
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