ICB Manual Bookkeeping Level 1 and Computerised Bookkeeping Level 2

Course Code: OSC205
Award Level 2, Similar to - GCSE (Grades A*-C)

Enrol on this combined course, saving over £100!
Bookkeepers keep financial records and help to prepare accounts in all types of business.
Bookkeeping is a fulfilling and logical profession, many students feedback that they find it extremely relaxing.
The ICB (Institute of Certified Bookkeepers) are the world's largest Bookkeeping institute with over 150,000 members worldwide.
Prince Michael of Kent is the patron of the ICB, adding credibility and further value to the qualification.

Once you have completed this course you will be ready to take the ICB Level I Manual Bookkeeping and ICB Computerised Bookkeeping Level II examination.

Taking and completing this course will add value to your CV by demonstrating your understanding of Bookkeeping. It will enable you to maximise your personal development, and help you find your dream job, by showing a potential employer your commitment and knowledge of the subject. It will allow you to put yourself in charge of your career, to develop and grow at a pace that suits you, and help you stand out from other applicants when job hunting.

FREE SAGE software.

FREE ICB student registration fee.

Express Delivery Available.

Course Content

Manual Bookkeeping Level I

Introduction to Bookkeeping
Purchases
Sales
Value Added Tax (VAT) and period end procedures
Credit control
Accounting for payroll transactions
Basic accounting concepts and data security
Trial balances

Computerised Bookkeeping Level II

Software overview
Company setup
Customer and suppliers setup
Opening balances
Business and source document design
Invoices, credit notes and cash transactions
Sales, purchases and bank reconciliation
Adjustments, profit and loss, balance sheet, VAT return and corrections
Accounting for non-profit organisations

Course Duration

Manual Bookkeeping Level 1 - Students may register at any time and have a full year to complete their studies.

Computerised Bookkeeping Level 2 - Students have 6 months to complete their studies from the time of software registration.

Assessment

The course will take the form of a series of written assignments which are submitted and marked by your tutor. If you wish to gain the formal ICB qualification you will also need to sit an exam which can be taken from home, at any time.

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration.

Qualifications

With this bookkeeping course you have two options:

1) The course can be studied for personal interest and development without assessment and we can provide you with a completion certificate.

2) The course covers the requirements of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Level I in Manual Bookkeeping & Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Computerised Level II. On successful completion of the examinations you will gain the official ICB level I & Computerised Level II certificates and an OSCA (Open Study College Award).

Course Questions & Answers

Q: What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

This course does not require any previous skills.

Q: What is included in the cost of my course?

ICB student registration fee worth £46.50
FREE NUS Extra card worth £11.00
FREE Student record bag
FREE Pen
FREE Mouse mat
FREE Calculator
Study guide
Comprehensive study notes
Personal tutor support
Assignment marking and feedback
Accreditation
SAGE software

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

You have the option of sitting the ICB examination to gain the full qualification however if you choose not to we can issue you with a certificate proving that you have completed the course.