Program: Bill and Account Collector Level 1 Certificate ♦ - Palo Alto College

Apr 30, 2025

The Bill and Account Collector Certificate equips the student with the basic skills necessary to perform this occupation. The program prepares the student to gain comprehensive skills and advanced training with computer technology to prepare for the automated business environment.

This offering is available in the following modes:

Face-to-face, Fully online

With this award, you may seek jobs such as:

Bill and Account Collectors

General Office Level 1 Certificate ♦

♦ — This symbol indicates the offering is also available fully online.

Total Credit Hours Required: 16

Semester I

POFI 1301 - Computer Applications I or ITSC 1309 Integrated Software Applications
POFT 1301 - Business English
POFT 1325 - Business Math Using Technology ***
POFT 1329 - Beginning Keyboarding or POFT 2303 Speed and Accuracy Building

Semester II

POFT 1120 - Job Search Skills
POFT 2312 - Business Correspondence and Communication

Milestone Course(s)

*** denotes Milestone course(s)

A milestone course is a course that is critical for success in this program as determined by the Faculty of the Alamo Colleges District.

Additional Program Information

The Bill and Account Collector Certificate equips the student with the basic skills necessary to perform this occupation. Courses from this award fit into the Associate of Applied Science degree in Administrative Assistant. The Administrative Assistant Associate in Applied Science degree program prepares graduates by introducing them to a wide variety of subjects that will prepare them to manage and organize themselves and their workplace environment. The program prepares the student to gain comprehensive skills and assume responsibilities in the workplace. Student will have advanced training with computer technology to prepare for the constantly changing and increasingly automated business environment.

Graduates may enter the workforce or may continue their education. After some work experience, individuals may also seek additional training and professional credentials to increase their advancement opportunities. Certificates in various related areas cal also be obtained while working toward a degree.

Notes:

CIP Code: 52.0401
Major Code: BACL

Bill and Account Collector Level 1 Certificate ♦