PASADENA, Texas – The Continuing & Professional Development (CPD) division of San Jacinto College is offering scholarships for Automated Bookkeeping Specialist Certification training.

“Students enrolled in this program will develop marketable skills because the training covers the most current bookkeeping concepts and procedures,” said David Lewis, Director of Business and Professions.  “Students will learn how to effectively use QuickBooks to prepare worksheets, financial statements and journal entries.”

Course topics include, but are not limited to, understanding accounting concepts and procedures; analyzing and recording business transactions (debits and credits); posting to the ledger; and, preparing the financial statements from the worksheet.

Classes will run April 28 through June 6 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Training will be held at the San Jacinto College South Campus located at 13735 Beamer Road in Houston.  For more information about applying for the scholarships, please call 281-478-2786.  The value of the training is $1,225, and space in the classes is limited.

The CPD Division of San Jacinto College offers programs and courses for individuals to retain or advance in their jobs, or make career transitions.  The division provides training to companies and their employees to meet employers’ demands for a highly skilled workforce, while helping incumbent workers reach their potential.  To learn more about the CPD Division, visit http://www.sanjac.edu/.