# Accounting for Government and Not-For-Profit Organizations (Certificate of Achievement)

Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Accounting

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### Description

This program is intended for individuals desiring employment in government or not-for-profit organizations. Upon the successful completion of this certificate, candidates will be proficient in fund and not-for-profit accounting and possess the ability to perform basic accounting functions.

### Program Learning Outcomes

Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

1.  Demonstrate analysis and critical reflection appropriate in the field of accounting.
2.  Demonstrate communication and problem solving appropriate in the field on accounting.
3.  Plan and prepare for employment and career advancement in the field of governmental accounting and not-for-profit accounting.
4.  Recognize the need for, and implement ethical decision making.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement (CA):** | | 14 |
| ACCTG 1A | Financial Accounting | 4 |
| ACCTG 430 | Accounting for Governmental and Not-for-Profit Organizations | 4 |
| ACCTG 435 | Payroll Accounting | 3 |
| ACCTG 460 | Commercial Accounting Software | 3 |
| **Total** | | **14** |

### Other Information

Business, Technology, and Hospitality

Local Program (Major) Code: L008

Program Control Number: 42181

TOP Code: 0502.00\*

CIP Code: 52.0302