Bookkeeper Schools in Lakewood, CA

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare bookkeeper programs in Lakewood, California. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Bookkeeper Schools Near Lakewood, CA

#1

Cerritos College

Norwalk, CA 3.1 miles away BOC Score 56.3
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 48
  • Annual completions: 3,110
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

ABC Adult School

Cerritos, CA 3.7 miles away BOC Score 20.7
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  • Programs offered: 10
  • Annual completions: 144

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Long Beach City College

Long Beach, CA 5.5 miles away BOC Score 43.6
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  • Programs offered: 74
  • Annual completions: 2,015

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Cypress College

Cypress, CA 5.7 miles away BOC Score 49.5
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  • Programs offered: 52
  • Annual completions: 1,701

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#5

Los Angeles Harbor College

Wilmington, CA 10.3 miles away BOC Score 45.0
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  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 214
  • Online programs available

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#6

Golden West College

Huntington Beach, CA 10.5 miles away BOC Score 64.0
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  • Programs offered: 27
  • Annual completions: 1,161
  • Online programs available

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#7

Fullerton College

Fullerton, CA 11.9 miles away BOC Score 52.2
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  • Programs offered: 53
  • Annual completions: 1,066

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#8

Los Angeles Southwest College

Los Angeles, CA 11.9 miles away BOC Score 35.3
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  • Programs offered: 13
  • Annual completions: 96
  • Online programs available

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#9

El Camino Community College District

Torrance, CA 12.2 miles away BOC Score 51.4
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  • Programs offered: 55
  • Annual completions: 1,125

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#10

Rio Hondo College

Whittier, CA 13 miles away BOC Score 59.2
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  • In-state tuition: $1,388
  • Out-of-state tuition: $9,884
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  • Graduation rate: 26%
  • Programs offered: 47
  • Annual completions: 1,702
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

California Bookkeeper Salary Snapshot

California
California Median Pay $59,230 $28.48 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $50,670 $24.36 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 43-3031 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Accounting software trained on (QuickBooks, Xero, Sage)
  • Credential level (certificate vs. associate degree)
  • Industry certification prep (AIPB, NACPB) included
  • Payroll and tax preparation coverage
  • Online, hybrid, or in-person format options

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