Put your passion to work. You can enter the accounting field with the skills, business knowledge and confidence you need to reach your personal and career goals. The specialized Associate degree in Accounting at Briarcliffe College - Patchogue can get you on the road to an exciting, respected career you love.

Realize Your Passion, Achieve Your Career Goals
Students in our Accounting Degree Program can shine when they are inspired by their passions, and that can lead to lifelong rewards. Does a career in the world of accounting inspire you?

Professionals who have complete accounting training, can prepare financial statements, monitor loans, manage payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and billing, and excel in business communications and technology. And, an accounting degree can lead to in-demand careers that offer real-world advantages:

• Opportunities in a variety of industries and organizations
• Respect and recognition in your profession
• Work as a valued member of a team
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunities for self-employment
• Growing industry

Accounting Training can serve as a stepping stone to a further education. The Briarcliffe - Patchogue Accounting degree program is designed to prepare graduates for a variety of entry-level positions in the accounting field, such as Bookkeepers or Accounting Clerks. And, courses in this Accounting Degree program are designed to allow easy transition to further your education so students can pursue higher-level career opportunities.

Why Choose Briarcliffe College - Patchogue for your Accounting Training?

We offer a professional and career advantage. The Accounting degree program at Briarcliffe - Patchogue is designed with your career in mind. The curriculum emphasizes business knowledge and accounting proficiencies that go beyond the core competencies to help students achieve their professional goals and prepare graduates to excel and advance in their careers.

• A commitment to resume building and career support
• A focus on professional behavior and attitude
• Member of American Accounting Association
• Emphasis on accounting, managerial, IT, computer and business skills
• Professional commitment to legal ethical standards

• Understanding of business procedures, accounting training, marketing and sales
• A curriculum design based on current accounting field trends
• Theories, concepts, principles
• Problem-solving and research techniques
• Commitment to the principles of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

We offer an educational advantage. Students at Briarcliffe - Patchogue can receive a real-world education. We are dedicated to providing a rewarding student experience, and to offering the educational advantages that can make our graduates valued members of their industry and their community.

• Credentialed faculty, including professional Certified Public Accountants
• Focused instruction
• Real-world experience brought to the classroom
• Wireless technology throughout the Patchogue facility

• Curriculum that focuses on teamwork
• Internship opportunities in accounting for practical field experience
• Use of industry-current software applications
• Courses that allow easy transition to further your education