It’s never too early to start getting ready for the future. And a future in accounting is a bright one—because accounting professionals are in high demand, make good money and have lots of opportunity for advancement. Plus, whether it’s basketball, fashion, video games or travel, there are a number of accounting jobs that deal with whatever you’re into.
The AICPA/NAF Recognition Program is designed to prepare you for a career in accounting by giving you the knowledge as well as the technical and soft skills you’ll need to be competitive in the profession. This multi-faceted program is brought to you through a partnership between NAF and the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA)—the world’s largest member association for the accounting profession.
Once you’ve completed the five steps of the program and graduated, you’ll receive recognition from the AICPA for your accomplishment—a great résumé and college application booster.
Here’s what you need to do to get yourself accounting ready:
1. Create your account
In order to access the program, be sure to mark that you attend a NAF academy during the Start Here, Go Places. registration process.
2. Take two online surveys:
Both surveys will arrive to you via email. The first, soon after you create your account. The post-program survey will come when you have finished the remaining requirements.
3. Complete (at least) two AICPA-approved NAF courses
You can choose from:
4. Virtually attend and complete online programs
This includes three enrichment webcasts (as designated by the AICPA), designed to help you:
5. Successfully complete an internship
Your position must be paid and include at least 120 hours of work. Successful completion will be determined by your final score on the NAF internship assessment.
Also, your position must be in alignment with NAF internship guidelines .
And if you have any questions throughout the AICPA/NAF Recognition Program, please email us at startheregoplaces@aicpa.org
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