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Online Bookkeeping Course

Our self-paced, online bookkeeping course will prepare you for a role as a bookkeeper in as little as 4 months.

  • $59/month
  • 5-day money-back commitment
  • DEAC Accredited
  • 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
  • Complete in 4-8 months, part-time
  • One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
  • Start learning today - no waiting period!
  • $59/month
  • 5-day money-back commitment
  • DEAC Accredited
  • 100% online, self-paced classes, on your phone or computer
  • Complete in 4-8 months, part-time
  • One-on-one career coaching and instructor support
  • Start learning today - no waiting period!
What You'll Learn
  • Bookkeeping equations
  • Journal and entry systems
  • Accounts receivable
  • Accounts payable
  • Financial statements
  • Computerized bookkeeping
  • Closing the books, banking, payroll records
  • Partnerships, corporations and non-profits
  • The ledger and worksheet
  • Payment Methodologies
  • Discounts, reversing entries and allowances

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Proven Reputation

A+ BBB Rating, 40 Years in distance education, 97% of students would recommend us to a friend.

DEAC Accredited

The DEAC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.

Affordable Tuition

Payment Plan: $59/month ($689 total) or Pay-in-Full: $589. See full tuition details.

Proven Reputation

A+ BBB Rating, 40 Years in distance education, 97% of students would recommend us to a friend.

DEAC Accredited

The DEAC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.

Affordable Tuition

Payment Plan: $59/month ($689 total) or Pay-in-Full: $589. See full tuition details.

Course Outline

In our online bookkeeping course you’ll learn the fundamental knowledge and skills to begin your career as a bookkeeper. Our comprehensive program curriculum includes the most up to date information on bookkeeping basic skills, completing the accounting cycle, banking, payroll, daily bookkeeping tasks, and how to record, track, and analyze a company's finances in a professional manner! You can rest assured you will learn everything you need to have a successful career as a bookkeeper.

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Quick Facts

  • Lessons: 20
  • Quizzes: 20
  • Complete in as little as 4 months

What's Inside the Course

Beginner-Friendly Lessons

Classes are designed for anyone to easily learn, and are broken up into digestible sections that build as you progress through our program. No due dates or deadlines.

Engaging Curriculum

Reading lessons, supplemental videos, interactive exercises, note taking, read-aloud and disability features, and open note multiple choice quizzes with no time limit.

Valerie M. Bookkeeping Instructor

Valerie Monahan, B.S., MBA, CPA

Meet the Lead Instructor/Course Expert

Valerie has more than 25 years of progressive experience in the field of Accounting, which includes payroll, auditing and tax. She has worked in public and private practice and owns her own company assisting clients in bookkeeping and tax by providing advice, guidance, and training for employees.  Previously, her wealth of experience comes from positions as Associate Controller, Cost Accounting Manager and Campus Services Manager for various Universities. Valerie also served as Controller, Supervising Senior Manager and Accounting Manager for public accounting and manufacturing firms. In her spare time, Valerie enjoys horseback riding and golfing.

Valerie M. Bookkeeping Instructor
Valerie Monahan, B.S., MBA, CPA

Meet the Lead Instructor/Course Expert

Valerie has more than 25 years of progressive experience in the field of Accounting, which includes payroll, auditing and tax. She has worked in public and private practice and owns her own company assisting clients in bookkeeping and tax by providing advice, guidance, and training for employees.  Previously, her wealth of experience comes from positions as Associate Controller, Cost Accounting Manager and Campus Services Manager for various Universities. Valerie also served as Controller, Supervising Senior Manager and Accounting Manager for public accounting and manufacturing firms. In her spare time, Valerie enjoys horseback riding and golfing.

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Enrollment only takes 5 minutes!

Get instant access!  ·  5-day money-back commitment  ·  $79/month

Career Outlook & Certification

Median Salary

$47,440*

Number of jobs

1.7 million*

Bookkeeping Career

Upon graduation from our bookkeeping career program, you will receive your U.S. Career Institute Certificate of Completion attesting to your accomplishment. A career as a Bookkeeping Specialist is a proven path to success. Every company is required by law to ‘keep books’ and no business can prosper without bookkeepers on staff minding the company's cash flow. There are almost 2 million men and women performing bookkeeping and accounting services. With the online bookkeeping career program from U.S. Career Institute, you can acquire the skills needed for a career that offers the flexibility to work in any industry you choose.

Want a competitive edge? Take a look at our Accounting Degree Program with low monthly payments of just $139!

Check Mark

No prior experience is required to become a bookkeeper.

Check Mark

A career as a professional Bookkeeper offers you the benefits of security, prestige, potential for advancement, and a good, steady income, and work from home options.

Check Mark

Start you own business or work for businesses and corporations of all kinds: banks, retail stores, airlines, and many more! Few jobs can give you the opportunity to work in so many different kinds of businesses and industries. No matter where you live or choose to go, every industry uses bookkeeping to manage their business.

Tuition & Financing

U.S. Career Institute is committed to making your bookkeeping education affordable and inclusive. Start a new career that you’ll love and find fulfilling without a mountain of debt!

5-Day Money-Back Commitment

After you receive your first lesson, you have 5 full days to decide if our program is the best route for you. Learn more.

Student Support & Coaching

Your tuition includes access to instructors via phone and email, student services, tutoring, resume and job interview support, and one-on-one career coaching $400 value**.

Learning Materials Included

Your tuition includes e-books, study guides, supplemental videos, and interactive exercises. Hard copy books are also available for under $50. Everything is included - no hidden fees after enrollment.

Option 1: Pay in Full

$589

Save $100

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Option 2: Monthly Auto Payments

$689*

$59 Monthly Payment

First Payment: $59** ENROLL NOW

*Plus one-time $29 application charge..

**First payment includes $30 down payment and $29 application charge. Application charge is non-refundable.

How to Enroll

  • 1

    Provide us with basic information - Our form asks for your name, email, phone, date of birth and education level. You must be at least 16 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to read, write and speak English fluently.

  • 2

    Pay for your tuition: You can pay-in-full or choose our monthly payment plan.

  • 3

    Sign the enrollment agreement and disclosures

That’s all! It Just takes about 5 minutes then you’re ready to start your first lesson.

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Program FAQs


We assist you with every one of these steps:

  • 1

    Prerequisites: A High School diploma or equivalent is required to be a bookkeeper. You must also be at least 16 years old.

  • 2

    Enroll in an accredited bookkeeping program such as ours to gain the needed skills through our interactive learning modules and career support. Our program is typically completed in 4-8 months.

  • 3

    Meet with our career coaches to help you prepare your resume and get ready for job interviews.

Read our full article on How to Become a Bookkeeper

Though some employers may require certification, it is not generally required to work as an entry-level Bookkeeper. Certification is not available with this program.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks have a median salary of $47,440 per year.*

U.S. Career Institute is Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency.

Bookkeepers are responsible for creating and managing ledgers and reports that detail a business’s varied expenses. They can work for accounting firms or for accounting departments in larger companies. To understand more, check out our blog "What is Bookkeeping?"

When you enroll in our self-paced Bookkeeping program, you choose how much you study each week. If you want you can learn to become a Bookkeeper in as little as 4 months. On average, our online Bookkeeping school program is completed in 8 months.

Yes, there are opportunities to work from home as a bookkeeper! Although U.S. Career Institute cannot guarantee employment, we do offer a Career Coach Program at no additional cost to assist you in gaining employment after graduation. We will work closely with you during your job search to assist you with the process of marketing yourself to find employment including how to build your resume, cover letter, how to locate potential job opportunities, marketing and networking.

Although closely related, bookkeepers and accountants have different responsibilities. Review our blog "The Differences Between Bookkeeping and Accounting" to gain a full understandings of how they differ. Our Accounting Services Course includes, in addition to all content of the Bookkeeping Course, additional education on tax and payroll processing. Due to this overlap, students cannot take both courses, and are encouraged to compare and decide between the two.

U.S. Career Institute’s Bookkeeping Program is designed so that you can take the course at your own pace, on your own time. For students struggling with the program, our instructors are here to help.
Bookkeeping at work
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*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook on the internet at Bookkeeping and Auditing Clerks (visited September 4, 2024). Statements found in the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook are not a guarantee of any post-graduation salary, in part because the data used to create the Occupational Outlook Handbook includes workers from differing educational backgrounds, levels of experience, and geographic areas of the country.