Applied Accounting Certificate Program
Your Path to the CPA Starts Here
Learn real-world accounting skills and build the foundation to pursue your CPA — all through flexible, 100% online courses designed for working professionals. This program meets the California Board of Accountancy Educational Requirements in Accounting.
What You'll Gain
Practical Training for Career Growth
Learn how to prepare, analyze, and verify financial information so you can provide accurate insights and reports that businesses rely on.
Build a well-rounded accounting skill set that covers everything from financial reporting to auditing, cost analysis, and business ethics.
Understand and create financial statements that help organizations make informed decisions and plan for growth.
Apply critical thinking and problem-solving to real-world business and financial challenges.
Academic Preparation for CPA Licensure
- This continuing education program is also designed to meet the accounting subjects' educational requirements for students preparing to sit for the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination (CPA Exam) without seeking an advanced degree.
Why Choose UC Irvine Continuing Education
- University Prestige: Backed by the world-class University of California, Irvine — trusted by employers globally.
- Flexible Online Format: Learn anytime, anywhere, while you work — take individual courses or entire program at your own pace.
- Expert Instructors: Learn from CPAs and CFEs who bring real-world experience to every class.
- Career-Focused Curriculum: Gain practical, job-ready skills you can apply immediately to your career in accounting or finance.
- Career Support: Access UCI DCE's Career Advancement Network for coaching, job connections, and resume resources.
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