The Accounting and Related Services instructional program prepares students to provide technical support to professional accountants and other financial management personnel. In addition, students will possess the foundation skills needed for post-secondary studies in any area of business. Instruction includes general accounting principles and practices, posting transactions to accounts, record keeping systems and accounting software operation. An integrated approach to teaching and learning is recommended as students develop interpersonal relations, career development skills and technical knowledge and skills associated with functions essential for a business operation. Students completing this program will be prepared to participate in teams and implement effective solutions to problems and business-related issues. The program is designed and delivered as a coherent sequence of school-based and work-based supervised learning. Students learn leadership skills and develop their leadership abilities through participation in the state-recognized Career and Technical Student Organization, FBLA.