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English as a Second Lanaguage

El Camino’s accounting degree and certificate programs prepare you for entry-level work in accounting immediately after graduation. You can also choose to continue your education at another college or university. They’re accessible, affordable paths to a rewarding career.

$2,208
Approximate cost for an El Camino College AS degree in accounting
$55K
Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $27,000 to $129,000 with an average salary of $55,000
4.7%
Career opportunities for this program are expected to grow 4.7% nationwide from 2016 to 2026

Our Accounting Associate of Science (AS) degree typically takes two years, and the certificate program can be completed in less than a year. Accounting education at El Camino will challenge you to be your best. We’ll be here to help.

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Choose a Degree Designed for an Accounting Career or Transfer

Certificates/Degrees Description: Many El Camino accounting students want to start their careers as soon as possible after graduation. Others wish to continue their education at a four-year college or university. We offer options perfect for either goal.

Certificates

An English as a second language (ESL) certificate will prepare you for college-level English courses and employment in English-speaking workplaces.

  • Gain a strong academic foundation in oral communication, pronunciation, and common expressions in a multicultural academic setting.
  • Develop your skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding American English.
  • Start your journey toward a career, an associate degree, and further education such as a bachelor’s degree and even graduate study.
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Pursue an Entry-Level Accounting Job or Further Education

Opportunities/Outcomes Description: As an El Camino accounting graduate, you’ll be ready to start work immediately or pursue a bachelor’s degree at another school. We’ll help you build the knowledge and skills for any path you choose.

  • Prepare for work in positions such as an accountant, auditor, bookkeeper, accounting clerk, payroll/timekeeping clerk, and tax preparer.
  • Take classes such as financial accounting, managerial accounting, cost accounting, and income tax accounting – all designed to prepare you to succeed in your career.
  • Learn strategies for working in a variety of positions and office locations, from public agencies to private industry.
  • Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $27,000 to $129,000 with an average salary of $55,000.

Build Your Network Beyond the Classroom

As an El Camino accounting student, you become part of a professional community. The knowledge and connections you develop here will prove valuable throughout your career.

  • Join the ECC Business Society, a student club committed to community involvement and social networking.
  • Sharpen your critical skills for professional advancement while learning to solve a variety of financial and managerial accounting problems.
  • Learn from our experienced instructors who have a background in a variety of accounting fields.
  • Take advantage of an internship.
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