Accounting Courses

Starting up a small business?  Working as an office administrator?
​Accounting responsibilities can be overwhelming! We instruct professionals in all of the software programs listed below.  Training is available through scheduled classes as well as individualized training options.

Bookkeeping Fundamentals

 In this course we will teach you the basics of bookkeeping.  Learn what your accounting responsibilities are, basic accounting terminology, manual bookkeeping essentials and the basics of financial statements and how to prepare your files for year end. 

AgExpert Analyst

This subject is divided into 3 courses for learning. AgExpert Level 1, AgExpert Level 2 and AgExpert Payroll. 
It’s easier to run your farm when you have the right information.  With AgExpert Analyst accounting software, enter income and expenses, track inventory and capital assets, complete reports and prepare financial statements with ease. Topic areas cover everything you need to complete a basic bookkeeping cycle for your farm business.

Sage 50 Desktop Basic

Learn to utilize your Sage 50® accounting software to manage your business accounting needs. Topics include basic bookkeeping topics as well as invoicing, accounts payable, managing accounts receivables, GST, account reconciliations, and basic financial reporting.  This course is designed to teach you the basic features of this powerful and easy to use accounting program. Topic areas cover everything you need to complete a basic bookkeeping cycle.  Adequate typing and basic computer skills are recommended for this courseware. 

Sage 50 Desktop Advanced

Become proficient with your Sage 50® accounting software to manage all your business accounting needs. This course is designed to save you time and allow you to use your Sage 50® accounting software to its full capabilities. Topics include customizing templates, advanced reporting, job costing, budgeting, inventory management, creating letters and database management features. For individuals who are new to using Sage 50® we recommend our Sage 50® Basic course as a prerequisite. Adequate typing and basic computer skills are also recommended. ​

Sage 50 Desktop Payroll

Learn to utilize the payroll module of the Sage 50 Desktop program. This hands-on course includes information on how to setup employees, and the modifying the payroll settings, add income and deduction types, create ROEs and T4s as well as process the payroll liabilities. Basic information on AB Payroll Regulations is also included.

Sage Business Cloud Accounting Basic

Sage Business Cloud Accounting, formerly known as Sage One, makes your accounting tasks easy, fast and secure.  Start sending invoices, tracking time and capturing expenses in minutes.  Cloud accounting is a growing industry so if you have decided to put your books into the cloud using Sage Business Cloud Accounting, then this course is for you.  Topic areas cover everything you need to complete a basic bookkeeping cycle.  Adequate typing and basic computer skills are recommended for this courseware. 

AB Payroll Regulations & Processing

If you are starting up a small business or working as an office administrator where you have payroll responsibilities, this course is for you. In this two day course, we will discuss the main topics of Alberta Payroll Regulations, Labour Standards and Payroll Processing and accounting entries, as well as, cover some of your responsibilities in regards to the Workers’ Compensation Board for Alberta. This includes everything from hiring to terminating employees and is full of information you need to know to abide by Alberta Labour Standards in the workplace. 

Wave Financial Accounting

Wave Financial Accounting makes your accounting tasks easy, fast and secure.  Start sending invoices, tracking time and capturing expenses in minutes.  Cloud accounting is a growing industry so if you have decided to put your books into the cloud using Wave Financial Accounting then this course is for you.  Topic areas cover everything you need to complete a basic bookkeeping cycle.  Adequate typing and basic computer skills are recommended for this courseware. 

QuickBooks Desktop Basic

Learn to utilize your QuickBooks® accounting software to manage your business accounting needs. Topics include basic bookkeeping topics as well as invoicing, accounts payable, managing accounts receivables, GST, account reconciliations, and basic financial reporting.  This course is designed to teach you the basic features of this powerful and easy to use accounting program. Topic areas cover everything you need to complete a basic bookkeeping cycle.  Adequate typing and basic computer skills are recommended for this courseware.

QuickBooks Desktop Advanced

Become proficient with your QuickBooks® accounting software to manage all your business accounting needs. This course is designed to save you time and allow you to use more of the advanced features of the QuickBooks® accounting software. Topics include customizing templates, advanced reporting, job costing, inventory management, budgeting, creating letters and data base management features. For individuals who are new to using QuickBooks® we recommend our QuickBooks® Basic course as a prerequisite. Adequate typing and basic computer skills are also recommended.

QuickBooks Desktop Payroll

Learn to utilize the payroll module of the QuickBooks Desktop program. This hands-on course includes information on how to setup employees, create a payroll schedule, add income and deduction types, create ROEs and T4s as well as process the payroll liabilities. Basic information on AB Payroll Regulations is also included.

QuickBooks Online Basic

​QuickBooks® Online makes your accounting tasks easy, fast and secure. Start sending invoices, tracking time and capturing expenses in minutes. Cloud accounting is a growing industry so if you have decided to put your books into the cloud using QuickBooks® Online then this course is for you. Topic areas cover everything you need to complete a basic bookkeeping cycle.
These courses are​ included in our Administration Certificate programs.  If you are looking for a package of courses that includes this training we recommend you view our Administration Certificate programming options. Students registering for Certificate Programs may be eligible for Student Funding options.