Accounting Careers Begin At McHenry County College

Those looking to enhance their career or prepare for a position in the accounting field can gain a competitive edge in today’s workforce with a Bookkeeping Certificate through the Fast Track program at McHenry County College (MCC).

Students who have experience in bookkeeping or accounting can earn a Bookkeeping Certificate in one semester by taking four highly accelerated classes, which are offered in the evening, plus one online computer literacy class. Students take two classes the first eight weeks and two classes the second eight weeks.

According to the Bureau of Labor, the job outlook for bookkeepers is excellent. Job fields include accounts payable and receivable clerks, tellers, non-profit accounting and bookkeepers across most fields of business in both the private and public sector. Salary outlook, depending on field, can range from $25,000 to $45,000 annually.

Registration is underway for fall classes. Bookkeeping Certificate classes start Thursday, August 21 through December 11.

The Fast Track at MCC is a cohort-based program that helps gives students the advantage they need when competing for jobs in today’s workforce.

For more information about the Bookkeeping Certificate or any of the Fast Track accelerated programs, contact Lori Smyth at (815) 479-7831 or visit www.mchenry.edu/fasttrack.