About This Program
At PCEC we’re transforming the landscape of adult education with our 1350 hour DEP Accounting Program.
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We provide flexible and accessible education, catering to the diverse needs of adult learners.
- Flexibility: Our 1350-hour program is designed for the modern learner. It’s online or in person, offering unparalleled flexibility to fit your busy schedule.
- Accessibility: Enables education from any location, removing the barrier of geographical constraints.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Often more affordable and reduces costs such as commuting, housing and time away from work.
Program objectives
This program provides accounting training to enable people to perform tasks and activities in the accounting field for today’s demanding and varied office and business environment. The Accounting program incorporates:
- The development of knowledge, skills and attitudes required to perform accounting tasks using the latest computer software packages.
- Learning about Processing Source Documents, Processing Data, End-of-Period Tasks, Year-End Tasks, Income Tax and Accounting Systems.
- Developing and acquiring the trade-related knowledge for a rewarding career in financial services.
Accounting clerks work in various organizations, commercial, manufacturing, distribution, construction as well as services such as accounting firms, brokerage firms and insurance agencies.
Organization
Each module in our program is structured into six comprehensive units.
- Targeted Assignments: Refine your expertise with assignments designed to apply your knowledge in practical scenarios.
- Essential Exercises: Complete the required exercises throughout the module to qualify for the evaluation, ensuring mastery of the material.
- Consistent Communication: Maintain steady contact with your instructor, submitting exercises and assignments promptly for valuable feedback and support on your academic journey.
- Virtual Sessions: Schedule one-on-one or group appointments with your instructor for in-depth discussion, clarification, and guidance.
- Join us to advance your professional skills with a structured, supportive approach to distance learning.
Competencies
| Code | Name | Hours | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 961-012 | Determine their suitability for the occupation and the training process | 30.00 | 2 |
| 961-024 | Research and exchange information | 60.00 | 4 |
| 961-034 | Produce tables and charts | 60.00 | 4 |
| 961-042 | Do calculations and prepare source documents | 60.00 | 4 |
| 961-054 | Format accounting-related correspondence | 60.00 | 4 |
| 961-066 | Write accounting-related correspondence in English | 90.00 | 4 |
| 961-074 | Process source documents in different types of companies | 60.00 | 4 |
| 961-083 | Handle cash | 45.00 | 3 |
| 961-102 | Interact in a variety of professional situations | 30.00 | 2 |
| 961-115 | Communicate in French in an accounting context | 75.00 | 5 |
| 961-122 | Prepare the payroll | 30.00 | 2 |
| 961-134 | Write and format accounting-related correspondence in French | 60.00 | 4 |
| 961-144 | Organize and process data related to a company's resources | 60.00 | 4 |
| 961-154 | Carry out daily tasks related to transactions involving receivables and payables | 60.00 | 4 |
| 961-165 | Ensure that they work efficiently | 75.00 | 5 |
| 961-175 | Perform calculations needed to determine the cost of goods and services | 75.00 | 5 |
| 961-185 | Perform end-of-period tasks | 75.00 | 5 |
| 961-195 | Perform year-end tasks | 75.00 | 5 |
| 961-204 | Produce an income tax return for an individual | 60.00 | 4 |
| 961-213 | Implement an accounting system | 45.00 | 3 |
| 961-222 | Commit themselves to the development of their career | 30.00 | 2 |
| 961-238 | Enter the work force | 120.00 | 8 |
| Total | 1,335.00 | 87 | |