Accounting
Operations
INTRODUCTION
The Accounting Operations program
prepares students for entry-level employment in the bookkeeping and accounting
clerk areas. Students have been placed as bookkeepers, payroll clerks, and
purchasing agents for area businesses. Accounting Operations is part of the Business, Management and
Administration career cluster at Lake Technical College (LTC) along with
the Administrative Office Specialist program.
This program consists of a series of
courses which provide rigorous content aligned with challenging academic
standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills. The content includes but
is not limited to double-entry accounting principles; methods of recording
business transactions; preparation and analysis of various documents and
financial statements; payroll records and tax forms; accounting control
systems; account and transaction analysis; inventory methods; the aging
process; depreciation; and the application of accounting principles to various
entities. The accounting software taught in the program includes Microsoft
Office 2013 (additional emphasis on Excel), and QuickBooks.
The program also focuses on broad,
transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the
following elements of the accounting industry: planning, management, finance,
technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, labor
issues, community issues, and health, safety, and environmental issues.
PROGRAM MISSION
The mission of the Business Technology
Education programs is to prepare students for productive business careers in a
global economy. This will be
accomplished by providing a good foundation in basic skills, thinking skills,
and personal qualities.
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
We believe that competent workers in the
high-performance workplace need:
1.
Skills
in communications, mathematics, critical thinking, teamwork, and effective professional
skills
2.
Training
in emerging concepts and technologies
3.
Relevant
work-based learning experience
Lake Tech provides a caring atmosphere
that promotes a high degree of student-faculty interaction and fosters
development of business and industry partnerships.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must be at least 16 years of
age and should be academically, physically, and emotionally capable of meeting
the demands of the chosen program.
Applicants make initial application through the Admissions Office. A minimum skills evaluation is part of the
admission process.
The Business Technology Education
programs have the following minimum admissions requirements:
1.
Complete
an LTC online application.
2.
Take
the TABE, if required.
3.
Meet
with a career advisor.
4.
Confer
with the program faculty prior to actual enrollment.
A high school diploma or GED is not
required to enroll. However, it is recommended
that all students complete either a high school diploma or a GED prior to
program completion.
The Accounting program requires 10th
grade TABE levels in order to receive a certificate of completion. It is recommended that all students score not
more than one grade level below required scores before enrolling in any
program.
Students who enroll with prior business
skills and/or training may be able to complete program requirements in less
time than students who enter without this background.
TEST OF ADULT BASIC EDUCATION (TABE)
All applicants
for Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs 450 hours or more, with the
exception of Florida Law Enforcement Academy applicants, take a state mandated
TABE prior to enrollment. TABE scores are good for two years and must be valid
at the time of enrollment.
Several
exemptions to TABE are accepted. In order to be exempt, a student must submit
official documentation to a career advisor for verification of an exemption:
1. Applicants
who have earned a standard State of Florida high school diploma, 2007 or later,
or possess a documented degree (AA, AS, AAS, BA or BS) may be exempt from TABE
testing. (s.1004.91).
2. Applicants
who have earned a State of Florida High School diploma via the GED® test no
more than two years prior to the start of class.
3. Students
taking any accepted standardized tests such as PERT or ACT may be exempt from
the TABE provided the scores are at satisfactory levels and the test was taken
within two years of enrollment in a Career and Technical Education program
(6A-10315, 6A-10.040).
4. A student
who has completed or who is exempt from the college-level communication and computation
skills (CLAST) examination pursuant to s.1008.29 is also exempt from the TABE.
Per s. 1008.29.
5. Documented
successful completion of college-level remedial coursework may be used to meet
TABE requirement.
6. Documented
passing scores on state-designated industry certification tests may be used.
7. Mandated
TABE exit scores may be waived for documented special needs students as per
Florida guidelines. The student must enroll in AAAE and begin remediation in
order to meet the exit requirements of the CTE program in which the student is
enrolled. A student, with a documented disability, who is approaching
completion (mastered 90% of the competencies) of the CTE program and has not
met TABE scores, may be considered for a TABE exemption based on the following.
It is determined through a SIT meeting that the student has successfully
mastered the competencies of the CTE program in which she/he is enrolled and
has been participating as expected in AAAE. The members of the SIT meeting may
agree to waive TABE requirements.
According to
Florida Department of Education rules, students who fail all or parts of the
TABE may only retest using a different TABE version after 60 documented hours
of remediation in the Applied Academics for Adult Education (AAAE) lab or three
months if not attending AAAE. Students
may not retake the same test version for six months. We, therefore, strongly
recommend that students test early, especially for licensure programs, in order
to allow time for remediation and retesting should the need arise.
Students who do
not meet the minimum TABE scores set by the Florida Department of Education for
their program must begin attending remediation classes in the AAAE lab prior to
or at the time of enrollment in a Career and Technical Education program for at
least one block a day and make acceptable progress as determined by the AAAE faculty.
Students should meet state mandated TABE requirements by the time they have
completed 50% of their program. Students who do not meet state mandated TABE scores
may not receive a certificate of completion as per Florida Department of
Education rules.
Applicants
transferring appropriately leveled TABE, PERT or other accepted standardized
test scores from other testing centers must do so by having an official score
report sent directly to the Admissions Office prior to enrollment in the
program. Scores brought by hand will be accepted only if document provided by
the outside testing center is in a sealed envelope. Standardized tests scores
are valid for two years.
TABE scores are good for two years and
must be valid at the time of enrollment. TABE scores that expire during
continuous enrollment remain valid until the end of such enrollment. Under
continuous enrollment, students must be enrolled at least 50% of one semester
per school year and may miss no more than one consecutive semester. Continuous
enrollment applies to attendance in a single program.
The TABE exit scores for this program
are: Reading 10; Math 10; and Language 10.
ESSENTIAL TRAINING
TASKS
Physical
Requirements
1.
Ability
to reach above shoulder level
2.
Ability
to demonstrate a high degree of manual dexterity, i.e. handle file folders, and
documents, type on a keyboard, etc.
3.
Ability
to stoop, crouch, and/or bend
4.
Ability
to lift at least 10 pounds
5.
Ability
to see (near acuity)
6.
Ability
to work in an atmosphere of moderate machine noise
7.
Ability
to communicate with others in verbal and written form
Cognitive Requirements
1. Ability to demonstrate predictable,
reliable, and timely attendance.
2. Ability to follow written and verbal directions and to complete
assigned tasks on schedule
3. Ability to read, write and communicate in English and understand
basic math.
4. Ability to learn from directions, observations, and mistakes,
and apply procedures using good judgment
5.
Ability to work
independently or part of a team; ability to interact appropriately with others
6.
Ability to work
with supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/ counseling and/or
action/discipline
7.
Ability
to cope with anger, fear, and hostility of others in a calm manner
8.
Ability
to cope with moderate to high levels of stress
9.
Ability
to cope with confrontation and frustration
10.
Ability
to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and
diagrammatic form
11.
Ability
to assist with problem resolution
12.
Ability
to demonstrate a high degree of patience
13.
Ability
to work in areas that are close and crowded
14.
Ability
to plan, organize, and manage time and daily activities
15.
Ability
to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in both
written and oral form.
16.
Ability
to tolerate moderate noise level
17.
Ability
to perform repetitive tasks
18.
Ability
to measure accurately
19.
Ability
to work without close, direct supervision
20.
Ability
to work on multiple tasks and priorities
21.
Ability
to perform and complete tasks of relative complexity
22.
Ability
to read and understand computer, related equipment, and software manuals
ACCOMMODATIONS
Federal and state legislation requires the provision of
accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary
student’s IEP or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations plan to
meet individual needs to ensure equal access. Postsecondary students with
disabilities must self-identify, present documentation, request accommodations
if needed, and develop a plan with their postsecondary provider.
Students desiring accommodations or updates to their
accommodations are encouraged to self-identify as early in the program as
possible. In order to receive disability accommodations, students must
self-disclose the disability to the Students with Disabilities Coordinator and
provide documentation that clearly shows evidence of a disability and
applicable accommodations. The Students with Disabilities Coordinator will
schedule a meeting with the student and faculty to discuss the documented
disability and applicable accommodations.
Accommodations received in postsecondary education may
differ from those received in secondary education. Accommodations change the
way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need
accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials,
assignments, assessments, time demands, schedules, learning environment,
assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the
accommodation requested and provided is maintained in a confidential file.
Full-time
students attend class from 8:15 AM to 4:15 PM Monday through Thursday with a 30
minute lunch period. This schedule provides 7.5 hours of instruction each day
for a total of 30 hours per four-day week, excluding holidays and school breaks
as outlined in the current school calendar.
ATTENDANCE POLICY
In an effort to develop appropriate work
ethics, Lake Tech students are expected to attend all class sessions. As is
expected in the workplace, when it is necessary to be absent due to illness or
emergency situations, all students are to notify the faculty on or before the
date of absence. The student attendance policy for each postsecondary program
is consistent with industry standards.
Campus
attendance is kept via a computerized system.
It is the responsibility of the student to log in and out in order to
receive credit for class time. This allows the school to keep accurate
attendance records for the actual number of hours and minutes attended.
Instructors are not expected to manually enter student attendance. Only one
override is permitted for failure to log in or out. Therefore, failure of a
student to log in and out may result in a documented absence. Logging in or out
for another student or having another student log in or out is unacceptable behavior
and may result in dismissal.
Only regularly scheduled class hours
will be reported for attendance. Practice exercises completed at home does not
count toward hours in the program. Make-up time will not be accepted except as
approved by the Executive Director of Lake Technical College.
Absences
A
student who is absent for six (6) consecutive class sessions will be withdrawn
from enrollment in his/her program. A student withdrawn for absenteeism must
petition administration to return. A student having medical documentation or
documentation of an extenuating circumstance does not need to petition to
return. Students exhibiting a pattern of consecutive absences less than six
days will be subject to dismissal as determined by a School Intervention Team. Students with attendance issues will
sign an acknowledgement that they have been notified that continued absences
will pose a threat to grades and program enrollment. If the student’s attendance does not improve but
drops below 60%, the student will be withdrawn unless documentation regarding
extenuating circumstances is provided to the Dean of Student Services.
Students
in non-licensure programs must have achieved a minimum of 80% attendance at the
end of each quarter. Students not having met this requirement will be formally
notified that continued absences will pose a threat to grades and program
enrollment. School Intervention Team meetings will be held as necessary to
attempt to alleviate issues resulting in excessive absences and to counsel the
student of possible alternatives and consequences. Students who miss more than
20% of their program will not be allowed to re-enroll the next semester and
must wait until the following enrollment period to re-register unless the student’s appeal to the Executive
Director has been approved. Only regularly scheduled
class hours will be reported for attendance.
If a student is
going to be absent they must notify the faculty on her office phone or email at
least one half hour prior to the start of the class that day. Failure of
notification will result in points taken off of Professional Skills and
habitual offenders will have a School Intervention Team (SIT).
Tardiness
As in the workplace, students are
expected to be in their seats promptly in the morning, after break, and after
lunch. Students are expected to notify the faculty before the start of class of
any anticipated tardies. Any student who is tardy and/or leaves early for 20%
or more of the number of days scheduled for any given 9-week period will be
placed on academic probation. Probationary status will terminate when the
number of tardies/early departures no longer exceeds 20% of the completed
scheduled attendance days.
Leaving Campus During School Hours
For safety
reasons, students will notify their faculty when leaving campus early. Students
may leave campus for lunch provided this is done within the allotted time.
BREAK TIME PROCEDURES
·
Breaks will be allowed at times indicated on the schedule unless
directed otherwise by the LTC staff or Faculty.
·
Students shall return promptly to the classroom after each break.
Tardiness is prohibited.
·
Students may leave the grounds for lunch break provided they return
within the 30 minute allotted time frame.
·
Food and beverages, except bottled water, are not allowed in the
classrooms, except with the permission of the faculty.
PLAN OF INSTRUCTIONAL
PRACTICES
Teaching Methods
Lecture,
demonstration, discussion, group interaction, verbal and written quizzes, skill
practice, individualized instruction, computerized tutorials, interactive
learning, web-based learning, textbooks, workbooks, projects, journals,
reports, simulations, hands-on computer experience, collaborative learning,
video-taped instructions, guest speakers, field trips, customer service
projects, program job shadowing, cooperative on-the-job training, interactive
learning, and web-based learning are among the teaching methods utilized.
Among the provisions made to allow for
individual differences are pre-testing to determine entry level, workbooks and
study guides for progress at individual rate, progress grading, individualized
instruction, individual project assignments, and referral for basic skills
remediation.
Online
Access
Technology is
an integral part of our daily lives. From smart phones to electronic
tablets, these devices are becoming items that many cannot function
without. In addition, the Internet is changing the way education is
delivered. Lake Technical College strives to ensure that our students are
able to compete in this technology driven world. With this in mind, it is
recommended that students have an online presence and access to the internet.
It is also
important that students have an email address that they check on a regular
basis. A lot of information may come to you through your email, so it is
important that you check it regularly. If you do not have an email
address, there are numerous services that provide FREE email addresses.
Please make sure your faculty have a current, working email address for
you. See your faculty for more information.
Social
Media
The advent of
social media has created a world-wide communication medium for persons of all
ages. While extremely popular, these websites have also created their own set
of “not-so-popular” problems such as cyber-stalking, identity theft,
cyber-bullying, cyber-cheating (posting of exam, or other course material), and
a host of other nebulous challenges that users may face. Another reality
associated with social media is its far-reaching consequences for those who
share posts that may be seen by others as inappropriate.
Potential
employers, current employers, civic, or educational organizations you may be
associated with, and many others are looking at social media sites for
information that may tell them things about an individual. Students should also
be cautioned on how private their social media content really is – despite the
settings on an account. All social media
sites are potentially vulnerable. A
simple search of how to view pages that are set as “private” for a popular
social media website yielded numerous responses for ways to view the content.
Everything from blogs to online videos offer to explain how to accomplish this
task.
Students in all programs need to be cognizant
of the fact that most professions rely on great moral character. It is
recommended that when using social media, assume that all posts will be
seen/read by everyone with access to the internet.
Evaluation
Class performance, quizzes, tests,
attendance, portfolio assessments, completion of project assignments,
decision-making, professional skills, achievement of entry-level competencies,
and other methods are used for evaluation. See “Grading Procedures”.
Work
Based Activities
Work-based learning activities
play an integral part of the curriculum of LTC’s career-technical training
programs. These activities are planned with two objectives in mind. First, the
activity provides students with the opportunity to develop and apply a “real
world” experience using the knowledge and skills attained in the program.
Second, the activity provides the faculty with objective input from potential
employers or customers of program graduates. Each work-based activity has a
written instructional plan outlining objectives, experiences, competencies and
evaluation required during the activity.
Work-based activities are
program specific and may include:
·
Unpaid in-school
shop/lab activities to provide customer service opportunities under the direct
supervision of the program faculty.
·
Unpaid job
shadowing experiences that may include in-school or off-campus employer-based
experiences under the supervision of a qualified employer representative who is
working closely with the program faculty.
·
Paid or unpaid
cooperative training experiences conducted at the employer’s work location
under the supervision of a qualified employer representative and under the direction
of the program faculty.
Cooperative
Education
Cooperative training is available for
students and coordinated by the faculty.
Cooperative training is for students who have shown competence in
program training that indicates readiness for placement in an on-the-job
program. High school students
participating in the cooperative job placement program must be in at least
grade 12. Students must be enrolled in their last course of their program in
order to participate in Co-op. In addition, TABE exit levels must be met and
the student can have no outstanding debt with the school. Students must be
approved for Co-op prior to beginning, including clearance through financial
aid.
Students may be returned to the program
for additional training if they do not function satisfactorily on the job or
when the cooperative agreement is terminated at the request of the student,
parent, employer, or program faculty.
Veterans will be accepted into the
program in accordance with the Department of Veterans Affairs approved program.
Additional information regarding co-op
opportunities may be obtained from the program faculty.
Job
Shadowing
Job shadowing experiences, or volunteer
experiences, are available to students as part of their program training. These
experiences are designed to give the student actual hands-on experience doing a
variety of related tasks. Length and type of experiences will vary. The program faculty determines
appropriateness of the experience. Additional information regarding
job-shadowing experiences may be obtained from the program faculty.
Career
Dual Enrollment Students
All students enrolled in Lake Technical College
are expected to function as adults. High
school students will be held to the same behavioral and performance standards
as adult students.
GRADING PROCEDURE
Grading
Scale
The grading
policy for this program is as follows:
90-100 Excellent
80- 89 Passing
< 80 Failing
Lake Technical College
is a postsecondary institution designed to provide trained individuals to
industry. The grading scale for this program reflects industry standards. The
approved postsecondary program grading requirements must be met if the student
is to receive a certificate.
Program grades are based on the three
criteria: Skills, Knowledge, and Professional Skills. Each area counts as one-third of the nine
weeks grade. Students will receive cumulative grades during each nine-week
period. A minimum grade of 80% in each area
is required in order to receive a passing grade. If a student’s grade is below 80%, the
student will be counseled as to what steps need to be taken to bring the grade
to a satisfactory level.
Program
Progress
Students are expected to complete the
program of training within the hours allotted by the State of Florida for
completion. The student’s rate of progress will be closely monitored by the faculty
to ensure program completion in a timely manner. Most tests, projects, and
similar assignments must be completed in class under the direction of the
instructor. Practice exercises may be completed at home. Practice exercises
completed at home does not count toward hours in the program.
Requirements
for a Certificate
All
competencies specified in the State of Florida Curriculum Framework for the
program must be successfully completed with at least an 80 percent in the areas
of skills, knowledge, and professional skills. Students must also meet minimum
TABE requirements prior to graduation.
Professional
Skills
Effective professional skills are the
cornerstone to successful employment.
Students are expected to demonstrate productive professional skills
during all phases of enrollment. Faculty will work with students who need
assistance in this area to improve the overall possibility for successful
employment.
Attendance: Attends class for all scheduled hours
assigned, arrives/leaves on time, contribute to class discussion and is
actively involved in all activities.
Character: Displays academic integrity (inclusive
of not committing plagiarism), trustworthiness, dependability, reliability,
self-discipline, and self-responsibility.
Teamwork: Respects the rights of others; is a
team worker; is cooperative; ensures confidentiality in all classroom, clinical
and other matters; demonstrates professional behavior in interactions with
peers, preceptors, and faculty.
Appearance: Displays appropriate dress, grooming,
hygiene, and wears full regulation uniform of the day.
Attitude: Displays a willingness to cooperate and
accept constructive criticism; sets realistic expectations; approaches
assignments with interest and initiative.
Productivity: Follows safety practices; conserves
materials and supplies; maintains equipment; stays on task and utilizes time
constructively; demonstrates proactive leaning through involvement in
activities and contributions to class discussions.
Organization: Manifests skill in prioritizing and
management of time and stress; demonstrates flexibility in handling change;
completes assignments on time; uses work time appropriately.
Communication:
Contacts faculty to report concerns; notifies faculty of tardy/absence
one hour before start of class; seeks clarification and understanding through
appropriate, pertinent questions.
Leadership: Displays
leadership skills; appropriately handles conflict and concerns; demonstrates
problem-solving capability; maintains appropriate relationships with
supervisors/faculty and peers; follows the chain of command.
Respect: Deals appropriately with cultural/racial
diversity; does not engage in harassment of any kind to include but not limited
to verbal, nonverbal, and written; addresses faculty and peers in appropriate
tone and with appropriate language to include but not limited to electronic
(email, text, etc.) communications.
CHEATING
·
Cheating is prohibited whether actual, attempted, written or oral and is
viewed as a flagrant ethical violation.
·
Any student found to be cheating will be
subject to severe disciplinary action, up to and including removal from the
program.
·
Cheating includes, but is not limited, to the following:
·
Copying or buying the work or answers of someone else.
·
Copying or buying the work of former students including, but not limited
to, notebooks.
·
Looking at another student’s paper during testing (for any reason).
·
Obtaining copies of answers to examinations and/or examinations prior to
test administration.
·
Receiving or distributing examinations or examination answers.
·
Carrying hidden notes to class during examination. This includes writing
on a desk, on one’s hands, arms, clothing, or any other objects, or use of any
other external or electronic device or source including smart watches.
·
Cheating
in any other form not covered above.
.
PROGRESS AND
PERFORMANCE
·
Students may be called in
periodically for individual conferences to discuss their progress and
performance.
·
Students will be counseled if
they have demonstrated an attitude or performance level that does not meet the
expected standard.
·
All conferences or counseling
concerning performance that falls below standards will be documented and placed
in the student’s file.
·
Behavior that falls below
acceptable standards is grounds for dismissal from the class/program.
CLASSROOM
RULES
Students will:
1. Maintain a neat, clean, appropriate
appearance.
·
When in uniform, be dressed according to the dress code.
·
Notify a faculty ˝ hour prior to expected arrival time regarding
tardiness or absences.
·
Seek permission and follow procedure to leave early when necessary.
·
Return from breaks and meal times at the specified time.
2. Respect the rights of others.
·
Be attentive and polite.
·
Do not distract neighbors thus preventing others from learning.
·
Respect the property of others.
·
Be patient and considerate of others.
·
Pay attention.
·
Think before speaking to avoid misunderstanding.
·
Be respectful of others opinions and questions.
3. Demonstrate good interpersonal
relationships with peers and faculty.
·
Exhibit a congenial and cooperative attitude with others.
·
Show respect for faculty and peers.
4. Contribute to a learning atmosphere.
·
Wait for recognition before speaking.
·
Do not interrupt class.
·
Assist classmates if able and time is appropriate.
·
Contribute new or pertinent material on topic when appropriate.
·
Do reading or assignments when no lecture or formal class is in
progress.
·
Make good use of classroom/laboratory time.
5. Take responsibility for own learning.
·
Come to class prepared by bringing pen, pencil, paper, and books.
·
Complete reading assignments and participate in class discussions.
·
Be responsible for all assigned books and equipment.
6. Attempt to do the best possible.
·
Try to achieve full potential.
·
Make an effort to answer questions when called upon. The faculty will
recognize students before asking a question.
·
Use time wisely.
·
Make an appointment to see the teacher privately to clarify any unclear
material.
7. Respect school property.
·
Always leave the classroom and conference areas neater than found.
·
Do not eat, drink, or smoke except in designated areas.
·
Do not deface property of others.
·
Be proud of your school and remember to be an ambassador to the public.
·
Students will not, under any circumstances, make long distance calls to
be billed to this College.
·
Students will not use College copiers for personal use.
REASONS
FOR DISMISSAL FROM PROGRAM
1.
Unsatisfactory
academic, lab or job shadow work.
2.
Cheating
in any manner.
3.
Violations
of the attendance policy.
4.
Failure
to satisfy identified probationary requirements within the stated time.
5.
Failure
to comply with requirements as stated in the Master Plan of Instruction.
STUDENT DRESS CODE
Students who attend Lake Tech shall dress in a manner
appropriate for the job in which they are receiving training, including any special
protective gear and professional uniforms. All clothing, makeup, and jewelry
must be clean, neat, modest, in good repair, appropriately sized, and be
neither distracting nor offensive.
The
Executive Director or designee has the final authority for determining whether
or not a student’s apparel conforms to the dress code. If it is determined that
it does not, students will be required to change into clothing which will
conform to this code or leave campus. Students may return to campus when they have
changed into appropriate clothing.
Students
will wear the LTC Business Programs collared shirt each day to class and while
on a Job Shadow experience or on Co-op. Shirts may be worn with pants or
skirts. Shorts are not permitted. On designated days, students will be required
to dress in business attire suitable for a job interview. This is defined
to be clothing that would be acceptable for most job candidates to wear to a
standard job interview. If a student is absent on a designated day, they
will dress in normal business attire or business attire suitable for
a job interview on their next day of attendance. Designated days will
be announced at least five class days in advance.
NOTE - Remember that you are preparing for
employment in a position in which public relations may be a factor in your
success. Individual desires cannot
always take precedence.
GENERAL SCHOOL
INFORMATION
Campus
Safety
Lake Technical College
makes every effort to provide a safe environment for all students, visitors,
faculty and staff. Basic safety
standards, which will include fire drills, weather drills, equipment usage, and
traffic regulations, will be covered in the program orientation. These basic safety standards will be
reinforced throughout the program enrollment. See the current school catalog for additional
campus safety information.
Competency-based Instruction
Any student who enters a LTC program
with previous experience or educational background that would enable the
student to successfully complete a test of competence in any area may, with the
permission of the faculty, complete a test to measure that competence.
Follow Up
Lake Technical College is
proud of its graduates and celebrates the next step graduates take whether it
is employment, military or further education. Prior to completing, students may
visit the Career Success Center for assistance with employability skills such
as resume writing. In addition, faculty may provide students with employment
leads. However, it is up to the individual student to actively pursue
employment opportunities. We like to hear how our graduates are doing and want
to celebrate your successes so be sure to communicate with your faculty any
employment, military, or further education you enter. Students are required to
participate in an Exit Interview prior to their last day in their program.
Food and
Drink
To
protect equipment and furnishings in the classroom and laboratory areas, only
water, in closed, covered containers, is permitted. No other food or drinks are
allowed, unless specific permission is granted by the faculty. However, under
no circumstance may food or drinks be in the laboratory areas.
Lunch
Food services are provided on the main
campus by the Culinary Institute and are available during breaks and lunch.
Adult students may leave the LTC campus
during the scheduled 30-minute lunch break as long as they return to the
program on time.
Parking
Regulations
Students may park only in the south
parking lot in spaces not designated as staff or customer service parking. For safety, loitering in or around vehicles
once the vehicle is parked is not allowed, and a 5 mph speed limit is enforced.
In consideration of the neighbors and classes in session, loud music in
vehicles on campus is prohibited.
Smoking
Lake Tech is a tobacco free institution. The use of tobacco products of any kind, including e-cigarettes, is not permitted at any Lake Tech location.
This includes the parking lots.
FINANCIAL AID
Policies and
guidelines for the administration of all financial aid are established
according to federal and state law. Applicants complete an information form,
Free Application for Federal Student Aid, and furnish documentation needed to
verify eligibility. More information on the application process may be obtained
in the Financial Aid Office.
The Financial
Aid Office will assist students, where possible, with access to financial
support offered by federal agencies (U.S. Department of Education – Pell Grants,
Department of Veterans’ Affairs), other state and local agencies and local
organizations (scholarships).
PROGRAM OCCUPATIONAL
COMPLETION POINTS (OCP)
Information
Technology Assistant (OCP A)
A general office clerk performs all
general office tasks. Duties include
keyboarding, information systems, using technology to enhance communication
skills, keeping business records, answering the telephone, initiating and preparing
correspondence and routine clerical tasks.
Accounting
Clerk (OCP B)
An Accounting Clerk performs the
following duties: calculates, posts, and verifies financial data for use in
maintaining accounting records; complies and sorts documents such as checks and
invoices; and verifies and posts details of business transactions using a computer
or calculator.
Accounting Associate (OCP C)
A bookkeeper performs the following
duties: keeps records of financial transactions for business using a calculator
and computer; verifies, allocates, and posts details of business transactions
to ledgers; prepares financial statements; and completes payroll and income tax
transactions.
Accounting
Assistant (OCP D)
An accounting assistant performs
accounting functions necessary in a small business, becomes proficient in
accounting procedures in a larger firm and provides skills necessary for
operational management of a business using microcomputer accounting software
systems.
TEXTBOOKS
For
the most recent book list for the Accounting Operations program, visit Lake
Technical College’s bookstore located in the Business Office.
MATERIALS
Some instructional materials are
audio/visual computerized tutorials. For
hygienic reasons, students must furnish their own standard computer headphones
to use in listening to the instructional programs.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
See the
attached Florida State Department of Education curriculum framework for program
objectives and desired competencies.
2018 – 2019
PSAV |
|
Program Number |
B070110
|
CIP Number |
0552030202 |
Grade Level |
30, 31 |
Standard Length |
900 hours |
Teacher Certification |
|
CTSO |
Phi Beta Lambda BPA |
SOC Codes |
15-1151 – Computer User Support Specialist 43-3031 – Bookkeeping, Accounting and Auditing Clerk |
CTE Program Resources |
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml |
Basic Skills Level |
Mathematics: 10 Language: 10 Reading: 10 |
This program offers
a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with
challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills
needed to prepare for further education and careers such as an Information Technology Assistant, Accounting Clerk,
Accounting Associate, and Accounting Assistant in the Business Management and
Administration career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and
includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic
knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes,
general employability skills, technical skills, and occupationally-specific
skills, and knowledge of all aspects of the Business Management and
Administration career cluster.
The content
includes but is not limited to double-entry accounting principles; methods of
recording business transactions; preparation and analysis of various documents
and financial statements; payroll records and tax forms; accounting control
systems; account and transaction analysis; inventory methods; the aging
process; depreciation; and the application of accounting principles to various
entities.
Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical
Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.
This program is a
planned sequence of instruction consisting of four occupational completion
points.
This program is
comprised of courses which have been assigned course
numbers in the SCNS (Statewide Course Numbering System) in accordance with
Section 1007.24 (1), F.S. Career and
Technical credit shall be awarded to the student on a transcript in accordance
with Section 1001.44(3)(b), F.S.
To teach the
courses listed below, instructors must hold at least one of the teacher
certifications indicated for that course.
The following table
illustrates the postsecondary program structure:
OCP |
Course
Number |
Course
Title |
Teacher Certification |
Length |
SOC Code |
A |
OTA0040 |
Information Technology Assistant |
150 hours |
15-1151 |
|
B |
ACO0040 |
Accounting Clerk |
BOOKKEEPIN @4 @7 7 G BUS ED 1 @2 TC COOP ED @7 VOE @7 |
300 hours |
43-3031 |
C |
ACO0041 |
Accounting Associate |
300 hours |
43-3031 |
|
D |
ACO0042 |
Accounting Assistant |
150 hours |
43-3031 |
Career
Ready Practices describe the career-ready skills that educators should seek to
develop in their students. These
practices are not exclusive to a Career Pathway, program of study, discipline
or level of education. Career Ready
Practices should be taught and reinforced in all career exploration and
preparation programs with increasingly higher levels of complexity and
expectation as a student advances through a program of study.
1.
Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee.
2.
Apply appropriate academic and technical skills.
3.
Attend to personal health and financial well-being.
4.
Communicate clearly, effectively and with reason.
5.
Consider the environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions.
6.
Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
7.
Employ valid and reliable research strategies.
8.
Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving
them.
9.
Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management.
10.
Plan education and career path aligned to personal goals.
11.
Use technology to enhance productivity.
12.
Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence.
Information Technology
Assistant (OTA0040) is the first course in this and other programs within the
Business Management & Administration Career Cluster. Standards 01.0 – 14.0 are associated with
this course.
After successfully completing this program,
the student will be able to perform the following:
01.0
Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and application of information systems to
accomplish job objectives and enhance workplace performance.
02.0
Develop an awareness of microprocessors and digital computers.
03.0
Demonstrate an understanding of operating systems.
04.0
Use technology to enhance the effectiveness of communication skills
utilizing word processing applications.
05.0
Use technology to enhance communication skills utilizing presentation
applications.
06.0
Use technology to enhance the effectiveness of communication utilizing
spreadsheet and database applications.
07.0
Use technology to enhance communication skills utilizing electronic
mail.
08.0
Investigate individual assessment and job/career exploration and
individual career planning that reflect the transition from school to work,
lifelong learning, and personal and professional goals.
09.0
Incorporate appropriate leadership and supervision techniques, customer
service strategies, and standards of personal ethics to accomplish job
objectives and enhance workplace performance.
10.0
Demonstrate competence
using computer networks, internet and online databases to facilitate
collaborative or individual learning and communication.
11.0
Demonstrate competence in page design
applicable to the WWW.
12.0
Develop an awareness of emerging technologies.
13.0
Develop awareness of computer languages and
software applications.
14.0
Demonstrate
comprehension and communication skills.
15.0
Describe management functions and organizational structures as they
relate to today’s workplace and employer/employee roles.
16.0
Practice quality performance in the learning environment and the
workplace.
17.0
Exhibit customer service skills.
18.0
Apply mathematical operations and processes as well as
financial planning strategies to commonly occurring personal and business
situations.
19.0
Assess personal strengths and weaknesses as they relate to job
objectives, career exploration, personal development, and life goals.
20.0
Demonstrate skills for accounting work-based learning experiences.
21.0
Apply accounting principles and concepts to the performance
of accounting activities.
22.0
Apply accounting principles and concepts using appropriate
technology.
23.0
Analyze and explain organizational forms as they relate to today’s
workplace.
24.0
Demonstrate skills for accounting work-based learning
experiences.
25.0
Apply accounting principles and concepts to the performance
of accounting activities.
26.0
Describe the importance of professional ethics and legal
responsibilities.
27.0
Demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills needed to
accomplish team goals and objectives.
28.0
Solve problems using critical thinking skills, creativity
and innovation.
29.0
Use information technology tools.
30.0
Describe the importance of professional ethics and legal
responsibilities.
31.0
Incorporate appropriate leadership and supervision techniques, customer
service strategies, and standards of personal ethics to accomplish job
objectives and enhance workplace performance.
32.0
Apply mathematical operations and processes as well as
financial planning strategies to commonly occurring situations in the workplace
to accomplish job objectives and enhance workplace performance.
33.0
Participate in work-based learning experiences.
34.0
Apply accounting principles and concepts to the performance
of accounting activities.
35.0
Apply accounting principles and concepts using appropriate
technology.
36.0
Explain the importance of employability skills and
entrepreneurship skills.
37.0
Demonstrate personal money-management concepts, procedures, and
strategies.
38.0
Apply the decision-making process to personal and family financial
choices.
39.0
Analyze the use of consumer credit.