Credential Information

2026-2027 Academic Year

Credential Version

Starting with SY 26-27, for credentials offered through Certiport, NCDPI will only recognize the three most current versions as of August of the current school year.
These credentials are indicated by two asterisks in the Validation Artifact field of the Credential Information.

Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional

Credential Name	Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional
Credential Vendor Info	Certiport Christy E. Dye Manager; Piedmont-Triad, North Central, Northeast, Sandhills, and Southeast regions Christy.Dye@pearson.com 801.847.3147 Matt Johnson Manager; Western, Northwest, and Southwest regions Matt.Johnson1@pearson.com 801.772.3254
Implementation Year	2025-2026
Credential Auto Collect	Yes
Diploma Endorsement	BA10 = Yes
Validation Artifact	"Results (264) Plus" report from Certiport OR Copy of certificate **
Credential Lead Consultant	Elizabeth Matthews elizabeth.matthews@dpi.nc.gov
Course Code and Title	BA10 Accounting I Honors
Credential as POL	BA10 POL = Yes
Pathway(s)	Accounting (ACCT) Business Ethics and Law (BSEL) General Management (GMGT)
Cost of Instructor Training	$0.00 No cost to train the instructor. Free demos and certification attempts offered to instructors.
Instructor Training Requirements	None Highly recommended to attempt credential prior. Free testing opportunity is provided to teachers.
Exam Voucher Expiration	None
Credential Lifespan	Lifetime
Renewal Options	N/A
SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) Code(s)	Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks (43-3031) Brokerage Clerks (43-4011) Management Analysts (13-1111) Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks (43-3051) Tax Preparers (13-2082)
Articulation	Yes See NC High School to Community College Course Articulation: https://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/high-school-to-ncccs-course-articulation/ See American Council on Education's College Credit Recommendation: https://www.acenet.edu/National-Guide/Pages/default.aspx
Sequencing	No
Employer Transferability	Yes
Delivery Format	Online
Proctored Environment Required	Yes https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Educator-resources/Exam-policies/Administration
Proctored Requirements	N/A
Test Site Options and Requirements	To become an approved test site center: http://www.certiport.com/go Most schools are already approved to be a Certiport Testing Center. For verification of testing center status, call (888) 222-7890, option 3. If not a testing center, go to the URL above, look at step 2 and follow the appropriate route. For help creating a Certiport account, contact (888) 222-7890, option 3.
Testing Environment Requirements	N/A
Exam Time Allotment	50 minutes
Exam Passing Requirement	70%
Retakes	Yes If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on any Intuit exam the first time, the candidate must wait 24 hours before retaking. https://certiport.pearsonvue.com/Educator-resources/Exam-policies/Retake
Student Accommodations	No
Multilingual Resources*	No
Directory Notes	None

The North Carolina Office of Career and Technical Education provides multiple opportunities for students to obtain Industry-Recognized Credentials during their high school career.
Industry-recognized credentials hold immense value as they not only validate student skills and knowledge in a specific field but also serve as a powerful stepping stone toward future careers.

They provide a competitive edge in the job market, making students more attractive to potential employers and increasing their earning potential.

Moreover, industry-recognized credentials often lead to more job opportunities and pathways for advancement, helping students embark on successful and fulfilling career journeys.

Beyond the immediate benefits, these credentials instill a sense of accomplishment and confidence, motivating students to pursue higher education or dive directly into the workforce with the skills and certifications needed to excel.

Ultimately, industry-recognized credentials empower high school students to bridge the gap between education and real-world employment, setting them on a path toward a brighter and more prosperous future.

Access the NCDPI Credentials and Reporting website to submit a credential application and to view the latest Credential Attainment Report.

^ Indicates the pathway is an approved Local Course Option (LCO) pathway.

* Where multilingual exams are indicated, please be advised that the state of North Carolina adheres to general statute as follows:
G.S.§115C-81.45(a) requires classes (silent on exams) to be conducted in English "[e]xcept when a board authorizes teaching in a foreign language to comply with federal law."
Therefore, NC CTE will abide with the Accountability guidance that LEAs are not required to provide exams in other languages. If they choose to do so, it will be at local discretion.