This comprehensive 1-year (1,200-hour) program prepares you for a rewarding career in accounting, bookkeeping, and financial administration.
Designed for adult learners looking to enter the workforce quickly or change careers, this program develops the practical skills needed to manage financial records, process payroll, prepare financial statements, complete tax-related documentation, and support the financial operations of an organization. Through hands-on training and real-world applications, you will learn to use industry-standard accounting practices while building a strong foundation in business communication, customer service, and financial management.
Delivered entirely online in a live, synchronous format, the program combines flexibility with direct interaction and support from instructors. Your training culminates in a workplace internship, providing valuable professional experience and an opportunity to apply your skills in a real accounting environment.
Graduates of this program have the skills to pursue careers as Accounting Technicians, Bookkeepers, Payroll Administrators, Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerks, Financial Assistants, and other accounting support professionals. Your future in accounting starts here!
*The College reserves the right not to offer a program due to insufficient registrations.
To apply for admission:
You are eligible to register in a program if you are a:
And you can provide proof of previous studies deemed acceptable by the College, for example:
And you meet one of the following three conditions:
And if you do not have a certificate of eligibility to study in English or exemption,you meet the following French language criteria at the time of admission. Please review the Frequently Asked Questions related to Law 14 and our Attestation of College Studies (ACS) Programs
You must also demonstrate sufficient proficiency in English. Language evaluations may be required based on previous studies.
*Please consult Quebec Applicants for details of the ministerial course key.
(Pre-requisite: None)
This course introduces students to the accounting profession and the roles performed by accounting technicians. Students explore the variety of industries and organizations that employ accounting technicians, as well as the key characteristics and outlook of the profession. The course also examines the tasks, processes, skills, and professional behaviours required in practice, along with the legislative and regulatory frameworks that guide professional standards. Professional Workplace Interaction
(Pre-requisite: None)
This course introduces students to professional communication practices and the ability to adapt to a variety of workplace situations. Students learn to represent an organization in a professional manner and develop foundational skills in business negotiation. The course also explores multidisciplinary teamwork, with an emphasis on collaboration, as well as strategies for preventing and managing workplace conflict.
(Pre-requisite: None)
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of accounting for sole proprietorship. Students learn to record current transactions, prepare a trial balance, and produce unaudited financial statements. The course emphasizes core accounting principles and manual accounting processes, while building a foundation for further study in accounting and related courses within the program.
(Pre-requisite: None)
This course introduces students to digital environments used in management contexts. It emphasizes the development of secure practices for managing and sharing information, while enabling students to personalize their digital work environment. Students learn to effectively use digital tools for communication and collaboration, as well as to plan and organize their work independently. The course also highlights the importance of protecting information and applying appropriate measures to safeguard against a range of cyber threats.
(Pre-requisite – 420-826-HR Digital Work Environments)
This course teaches students to use dashboards connected to multiple data sources and develop advanced skills in spreadsheet applications, including their database functionalities. Students will contribute to the design and formatting of data collection tools, gather and manage data collaboratively, and present information using a variety of visualization methods.
(Pre-requisite –410-802-HR Accounting I)
This course teaches students to complete all stages of the accounting cycle for a commercial enterprise, from recording current transactions through to closing accounts and preparing adjusted financial statements. It provides students with a foundation in accounting for a sole proprietorship, using both manual methods and spreadsheet applications. The course also develops key concepts in greater depth, including subsidiary ledgers, adjustments, spreadsheets, and selected elements related to cash flow.
(Pre-requisite: None)
This course introduces students to the legal frameworks and principles that apply to administrative and business contexts. Students learn to access and consult legal information, interpret its relevance and scope, and apply it appropriately within workplace situations.
(Pre-requisite –410-806-HR Accounting II)
This course introduces students to the use of accounting software to record transactions throughout the accounting cycle and generate financial reports for management purposes.
(Pre-requisite –410-806-HR Accounting II)
This course develops students’ understanding of key concepts in financial accounting, including inventory, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and current liabilities. Students learn to record transactions specific to partnerships and corporations and to prepare related financial statements.
(Pre-requisite –410-806-HR Accounting II)
This course develops students’ understanding of budgetary strategies used by organizations. Students learn to collaborate in the various stages of budget planning and monitoring, and to manage accounts that influence working capital using both manual methods and spreadsheet tools. The course also introduces performance measurement concepts, enabling students to assess results and support continuous improvement.
(Pre-requisite: None)
This course teaches students to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Students learn to use appropriate communication strategies to respond to a variety of requests and meet the needs of internal and external clients. The course emphasizes the development of trust through professional, responsive, and client-focused interactions.
(Pre-requisite –410-802-HR Accounting I, 410-807-HR Business Law)
This course teaches students to apply legislative provisions related to the calculation and documentation of all types of remuneration paid to individuals in the context of an employer-employee relationship.
(Pre-requisite –410-806-HR Accounting II)
This course prepares students to fulfill their role within an organization by developing their ability to classify, record, and analyze data related to the production and distribution of goods and services. Students learn to determine the cost of manufactured products, services rendered, or activities undertaken. Students learn to prepare financial statements for a manufacturing organization in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and to propose actions aimed at optimizing the use of resources.
(Pre-requisite –410-808-HR Computerized Accounting, 410-810-HR Accounting III)
This course teaches students advanced accounting concepts, including accounting for non-profit organizations and accounting for operations organized by project or administrative unit.
This course teaches students about the tax framework for Canadian and Quebec taxpayers and develops their ability to process and interpret various forms related to personal income tax. Students gain an understanding of the complexity of tax legislation and regulatory requirements, as well as the procedures applied by tax authorities, and will be able to prepare a complete individual income tax return.
This course deepens the students’ understanding of key accounting concepts, including transactions between related companies, cash flow statements, and estimated liabilities and contingencies.
This course teaches students the risks associated with organizational operations, particularly those related to work activities and the factors that may increase such risks. Students learn to identify work methods that strengthen internal controls. The course also introduces certification mandates through techniques for documenting sections of an audit.
Ce cours permet aux étudiants d'acquérir les compétences linguistiques et les connaissances culturelles nécessaires pour naviguer efficacement dans l'arène commerciale mondiale dans des contextes francophones. Les étudiants apprendront à tenir des conversations d'affaires, à utiliser le vocabulaire commercial français, à comprendre la correspondance commerciale écrite et à rédiger des textes professionnels en français. A la fin du cours, les étudiants seront capables d'adapter leur communication au public visé et de traduire avec précision des textes commerciaux du français vers l'anglais.
This course develops students’ ability to participate in the analysis of investment and financing projects. Students learn to calculate the present and capitalized value of financial transactions, analyze financing options and their tax implications, and assess investment opportunities based on expected returns and associated risks. The course also introduces methods for evaluating investment projects, enabling students to determine profitability, align analyses with organizational objectives, and formulate and communicate well-supported recommendations.
In this course, students integrate into the workplace and apply the concepts acquired throughout their program. Students further develop their professional communication skills and adapt to a range of work situations while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team.
Application fee paid to SRAM. This fee is non-refundable.
The following registration fees are paid per semester by Quebec residents to the College:
| Full-time registration fee* | $20.00 |
| Full-time special fees | $105.00 |
| Full-time common education fees | $25.00 |
| Computer user fee | $40.00 |
| Total for Quebec resident = | $190.00 |
Fees are subject to Quebec residency status. Quebec Residency will be checked once students are admitted. For more information on documents required to demonstrate Quebec Residency status please contact the Registrar's Office.
*Non-refundable fee
Non-Quebec residents pay a fee of $1833.00 on top of the standard registration fee. Total registration costs for a non-Quebec resident are: $2023.00.
