Certificate in Bookkeeping/Accounting Technician

Admissions are rolling. Tuition is Total program cost for international students is not stated. Domestic students pay $5,341 total program cost..

This one-year distance program prepares individuals to work as accounting technicians or bookkeepers in businesses of all sizes. Core accounting duties include accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax preparation. A four-week practicum lets students apply skills in a real business setting. A capstone accounting simulation helps practice workplace scenarios before the practicum.

Students learn to maintain financial records using manual and computerized systems. Courses cover business math, spreadsheets, cloud accounting platforms, payroll software, and tax preparation tools. Experience includes Microsoft Office and other essential software. Graduates can prepare basic financial reports and communicate financial data clearly to clients and colleagues.

The program starts in July 2026 and accepts applications monthly. It is for domestic students only. At least 50% of courses must be completed through Okanagan College. English and math entrance requirements must be met, or prior office administration experience is needed. The total cost is $5,341, paid per course as each registration occurs.

Okanagan College, located in British Columbia with a campus in Kelowna, is a public college focused on hands‑on learning and student success. Since 1963 the college has offered practical programs across arts, sciences, business, health and technology, combining modern facilities with applied instruction to prepare graduates for local and global careers.

The college provides a wide selection of credential pathways, including diplomas, certificates and transfer options to universities, supported by experienced faculty and strong industry partnerships. Programs emphasise experiential learning, co‑op placements and applied projects that connect students directly with employers. International learners benefit from supportive services, small class sizes and targeted orientation to life and work in Canada.

Kelowna's lifestyle and regional economy offer plentiful internship and employment possibilities in technology, tourism, health services and the creative sector. Okanagan College is well suited to students seeking an affordable, practice‑oriented education with clear pathways to further study or immediate workforce entry. The college balances community engagement, industry ties and a welcoming campus culture for international students.