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Certificate in Accounting Technician NorQuest College - Edmonton Campus NorQuest College - Edmonton Campus, Canada

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CAD 20612

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 155 Waived

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9 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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71

TOEFL

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50%

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Program Overview

Accounting technicians are involved in the day-to-day practical work of accountancy and play a key operational role in producing reliable financial information. They may also perform a wide range of finance roles, from accounts clerk to financial controller and beyond.

What to expect from the program Graduate with experience Flexible delivery options

If you enjoy working with numbers and are interested in business and finance, this career could be ideal for you.

Graduates from this program will have the basic theory, technical knowledge, computer competencies, and skills to enter the accounting field at an entry-level position. Our program equips graduates to perform financial accounting, budgeting, costing, and tax returns. The work experience component of the program allows you to gain hands-on experience in the field.

NorQuest College believes in the importance of on-the-job experience that provides an enriched learning opportunity.

This program includes 150 hours of optional field experience.

The Accounting Technician program provides various delivery methods—online, in-person, or a mix that you decide—designed to fit busy schedules and unique learning preferences. You may even be able to complete this certificate evenings and weekends. Once you have been accepted into the program, you can select the option that suits you best 

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Additional Information

Program Level UG Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 4 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026

Closed

Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 - With No Band Less Than - 5.5
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 71
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 54
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 105.0  

Academic Requirement

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Grade 12 / High School diploma or equivalent, including the following required course(s):

  • Grade 12 English 50%
  • Grade 12 Mathematics 50% 

6 IELTS Score
71 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
54 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
105 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

20612

Tuition Fee
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CAD 155 Waived

Application Fee
(CAD)

11000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

New Questers International Entrance Scholarship

Established to reward academic excellence by international students graduating from international high schools and entering studies at NorQuest College. All students must meet certain eligibility criteria for the scholarship.


Value: $1000
Applicable programs:  (full time students in any NorQuest credit programs can apply)


Eligibility

Scholarship applicants must:

  • have a valid study permit
  • be paying international student tuition and fees
  • provide a statement of equivalent Alberta marks showing academic standing of 70%/B-/2.7 or higher (not applicable to NorQuest Bridging to Post-Secondary)
  • provide a personal letter describing their educational and career goals
  • be enrolled in their program before applying.


How can students apply?
Students will be notified closer to the application start date.


When will applications for the Entrance Scholarship open?

  • The application for the Fall 2025 Entrance Scholarship will open on August 25, 2025 and close on September 16, 2025.
  • The application for the Winter 2026 Entrance Scholarship will open on December 15, 2025 and close on January 23, 2026.

We will disburse the awards when the student has completed 50% of the term.

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