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Bookkeeping Professional

In the current market, job-seekers are looking for something to differentiate themselves.  For office workers, a solid administrative foundation is a necessary base, but those wishing to take the next step into a specialized position will need more.  RMC’s Bookkeeping Professional program is designed to enhance your existing office skills with Bookkeeping skills, including budgeting, cost management, payroll administration and industry leading software like Quickbooks and Sage.

This program is designed for students wishing to take their administrative career to the next level, or for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to make sure their business runs efficiently and follows best practices.

The Bookkeeping program is one semester if taken full-time but students may take courses casually as well so long as they complete the program within 2 years.  Courses take place during the evenings and weekends.

Online Delivery: All courses in this program are taught online using synchronous delivery (meaning instructors are available and conduct lectures at specific times over Zoom / MS Teams).  Students considering an online program at RMC, should own or be able to obtain a relatively modern laptop or desktop computer – a smartphone is generally not sufficient for classes.  Students are expected to have their camera turned on during class sessions so they can actively participate in delivery of the course.  RMC’s online courses focus around live lectures by an experienced instructor and supplementary exercises that can be done at the student’s convenience such as class discussion forums, group assignments, supplementary videos / reading materials, and others.

This program can be combined with the Administrative Office Specialist program to obtain two certificates.

Academic Requirements:

  • Completion of Grade 12 (or equivalent) or 19 years of age or older.

English Language Requirement:

  • Completion of English 12, or equivalent, or a satisfactory demonstration of written and verbal English ability as determined by the College (View the college’s complete English Language Requirements)

Application Requirements:

  • Completion of Application form

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For students who wish to take individual classes but not the entire program, please apply as a “non-program student”

International students may apply to this program.

Next Intake: September (2025)

  • Applications now open!

Program Fees

Program Fees for 2025-26 are as follows:

  • Application Fee: $30 (domestic); $100 (international)
  • Tuition: $3,360
  • Technology & Library fee: $50 per semester, when enrolled in studies.
  • Textbook’s extra and purchased by students.

Payment plans are available for students meeting certain conditions.  This program is not applicable for student loans.

Bookkeeping Professional

Course CodeCourse NameCourse HoursCostCourse Description
ADMN 1001Bookkeeping Level 130$420Graduates of the Bookkeeping course will be able to enter the job market with confidence in a role that requires bookkeeping skills. This course is designed for individuals who have no knowledge of bookkeeping or are currently working in a bookkeeping role but need more technical knowledge to work confidently.
ADMN 1002Bookkeeping Level 230$420This course expands upon the material taught in Level 1, providing an introduction to payroll, income tax, cost management and budgeting.
CMNS 1100Professional Communications45$630In today's fast paced world of text messaging and other instant forms of communication, resulting in "information overload", clarity in business writing has become increasingly vital. Ensuring your message is read, understood and a call to action fulfilled is an essential factor to the success of any business and workplace environment. Learn how to effectively write letters, emails, blogs and proof copy that eliminates confusion and misunderstandings and promotes a positive working environment both internally and externally.
BCAP 1120Microsoft Excel Level 1
30$420Become proficient in using MS Excel; a "must have" for the office to the warehouse environment. Using Microsoft® certified manuals, master essential skills, to create professional and functional spreadsheets. This popular and user friendly program is used to calculate and analyze data such as budgets, expenditures, financial forecasts and to also convert this data into charts and graphs. Learn how to efficiently use the ribbon to create worksheets, input numbers and text, format columns and rows, specify calculations creating formulas and values, compile and sort database lists, link information from different spreadsheets, create charts and graphs and so much more.
BCAP 2120Microsoft Excel Level 218$210Build on skills learned in MS Excel Level 1. Using Microsoft® certified manuals, explore advanced functions such as conditional and custom formatting, use of advanced filters, using Macros, advanced chart elements, pivot tables, lookup functions and much more.
ADMN 1020Budgeting and Cost Management22.5$315Students will study the use of internal accounting information to aid in decision making in manufacturing and other organizations. Students will learn cost terms and concepts, various costing systems, cost-volume-profit relationships, and budgeting.
ADMN 1040Payroll Administration22.5$315This course provides a comprehensive overview of the introduction to payroll administration and compliance within the Canadian context. Students will develop a solid understanding of the fundamental concepts, legal requirements, and practical aspects of payroll processing. The course covers topics such as employment standards, tax deductions, taxable benefits, statutory deductions, record-keeping, reporting, and various payroll related considerations. Through a combination of theoretical learning and practical examples, students will gain the necessary skills to accurately manage payroll processes and ensure compliance with government regulations.
BCAP 1311Sage Level 122.5$315After completing this course, you will be able to incorporate Sage 50 to perform daily accounting tasks. We begin with a quick overview of the features, exploring the home window and learning the basic functionalities. You will learn how to create a new company and customize the settings to suit your needs. You are introduced to the core modules like receivables, payables and the company modules. You will also gain practical knowledge of how to enter the financial transactions and generating reports in these modules.
BCAP 1321Quickbooks Level 122.5$315Upon completion of this course, you will develop the essential skills to navigate QuickBooks Online software effectively, covering topics such as locating the chart of accounts, generating basic reports, and managing accounts payable and receivable. This course provides an introductory overview of the fundamental functions of QuickBooks Online, enabling you to efficiently organize and maintain a small business’s financial records.
Totals:243$3,360

The Fall schedule will be available around May, 2025.  Courses will take place on weekday evenings and Saturdays during the day.

View the Winter, 2025 Schedule

View the Winter 2025 Textbook List.  Textbooks are mandatory for those classes that require them.

Upcoming Info Sessions:

There are no info sessions currently scheduled for this program.  Please contact the office at rmc@sd42.ca to inquire.

The BC Employer Training Grant is a provincial grant available to employers who want to fund an employee’s education and covers 80% of training costs.

Information about the grant can be found here: https://www.workbc.ca/find-loans-and-grants/industry-and-employers/bc-employer-training-grant

Note, the grant must be applied for by the employer.

Is this program online or in-person?

All Bookkeeping Professional courses can be taken online from anywhere in BC.  For students who prefer a face-to-face environment, they may choose to take up to half of the courses in-person during the day.

I have been out of school for quite some time and am a bit worried about attending as a mature student.

There is absolutely nothing to worry about as we have students of all ages, ranging from early 20’s to late 60’s, and welcome the diversity, experience and knowledge that all bring to our courses.  All our classes foster a warm, fun and inviting learning atmosphere.

I’ve lost my job and/or am looking for a new career.  I would like to work in an office but have no experience.  Should I still consider this program? 

Everyone has transferrable skills, that are valuable and essential, regardless of your previous job.  The key is to build on those, acquire new skills and knowledge to set yourself apart from the rest!

Does The BPK Certificate Expire?

No, the BKP Certificate does not expire.

What are the payment terms?

Tuition for individual courses are due on the first day of the semester, or if a student registers for a course after the first day of the semester, then fees are due at the time of registration for the course(s).

Can I use my RESPs to pay for my studies at Ridge Meadows College?

Yes, although in some cases it may depend upon your banks specific RESP rules.  We have many students using RESPs to pay for their studies but we encourage you to confirm with your financial institution before beginning your studies.

Ridge Meadows College is committed to affordable tuition and accessible financing options to make post-secondary education more available to students in the community.  As a result,R MC offers payment plans for students who wish to spread their payments out throughout the term.

Students can apply for payment plans via the MyRMC Student system upon being admitted to the college and enrolling in courses.  Payment plans work by dividing total fees for the term into equal payments to be paid at the beginning of each month the student is enrolled in classes.

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