All Pathways

In this pathway, you learn fundamental accounting principles and financial management skills used in business settings. You study financial data recording, analysis, and QuickBooks software proficiency. You also learn business ethics and proper bookkeeping procedures. This pathway prepares you for QuickBooks certification and careers in accounting and finance.

Course Sequence

Accounting I

Accounting II

Industry Certification

QuickBooks Online Certified User

QuickBooks Online Certified User certification is an industry-recognized credential that validates one’s skills in using the Intuit QuickBooks Online accounting software. The certification is proof they have acquired the knowledge and skills to effectively use the Intuit QuickBooks Online software within a business environment whether they choose to open their own business or work for an employer. 

Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional

Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional certification can help open doors for students looking to build a career in bookkeeping. Created by Intuit and Certiport, the Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional program starts to establish an industry-standard for bookkeeping.


List of schools

Ardrey Kell High School Butler High School East Mecklenburg High School Julius L. Chambers High School North Mecklenburg High School Charlotte-Mecklenburg Virtual School


College and Career Promise

Career & College Promise Dual Enrollment gives eligible North Carolina high school students the opportunity to get a “jump start” and earn college credit toward a two-year or four-year degree at Central Piedmont while still in high school. Tuition free. Click here to learn more.

What Should I Do Next?

Take the Junior Achievement Career Quiz here.

Talk to the Pathway Development Coordinator or Counselor at your school!