# Recordkeeping for a Small Business (Certificate of Performance)

San Diego City College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Accounting

Source: https://sdccd.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/15604/15944/15945/15605/15723

### Summary

The Record Keeping for a Small Business certificate prepares a small business owner to organize business records and accurately prepare payroll.

Students who complete the certificate will be able to:

-   Accurately prepare and organize accounting records and produce financial statements for a small business.
-   Accurately prepare all the state and federal payroll tax forms required by a small business in California.

**Award Notes:**
A Certificate of Performance is a departmental award that does not appear on the student’s transcript. All courses must be completed within the San Diego Community College District.
This program is not eligible for federal financial aid in accordance with Federal regulations.

**Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Recordkeeping for a Small Business Program will be able to:**

1.  Develop and apply appropriate communication skills across various business settings.
2.  Analyze business scenarios to formulate and implement plans of action.
3.  Leverage technology to manage and use information for decision making.

### Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR:** | | 3 |
| ACCT 128A | Recordkeeping | 1.5 |
| ACCT 128B | Payroll | 1.5 |