ICB Level 2 Associate

ICB Certificate in Book-Keeping (Level 2) Associate

Course Details

The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) Level 2 Associate training programme is ideal for those wanting to get a career in bookkeeping started. This course will introduce students to the practice of recording financial transactions to enable efficient business planning.

The beauty of our Level 2 Associate course is that you will not only learn the traditional methods used in manual bookkeeping, but you will also discover computerised bookkeeping using globally recognised software – Excel and Sage.

You will be able to increase your knowledge and skills by looking at various assignments and practical examples and on completion of the training you will be able to submit VAT returns, handle end of year bookkeeping, manage accounts and undertake reconciliation's amongst other things.

Qualifications

Obtain industry recognised qualifications by taking the ICB Level 2 Associate Qualification.

When you successfully complete the course you will receive:

• ICB Certificate in Basic Bookkeeping Level 1
• ICB Certificate in Manual Bookkeeping Level 2
• ICB Certificate in Computerised Bookkeeping Level 2
• Sage Certificate of Competency

The ICB is the largest Book-Keeping association in the world with over 150,000 members.

Completing the course in will add value to your CV, both in the knowledge gained and in demonstrating your personal commitment to your development Alternatively, if you are setting up your own business or currently run your own business, this course will give you the knowledge and skills required to deal with your Book-Keeping requirements.

Study Plan

Our Book-keeping course has been designed by industry experts and will teach you vital aspects of book-keeping including:

• Double entry procedure
• Capital and Revenue expenditure and income
• Credit control, Discounts & Pricing
• Day Books
• Trial Balance
• VAT Registered Businesses
• The Journal
• Suspense account
• The Cash Book and Petty Cash Imprest system
• Bank Reconciliation and control accounts
• Preparation of Final Accounts
• Accruals and Prepayments
• Depreciation
• Provision for doubtful debts
• Book-keeping entries for year end adjustments
  
  

Study Details

The Book-keeping course has a total of 7 workbooks.  Whilst working your way through each of the units you will be given a total of 8 assignments to complete.  You will be allocated a personal tutor who can be contacted via email and telephone.  Your tutor will assess your completed assignments and give you feedback on your progress.

Once you have completed the course you will be required to sit 4 exams as follows. 

• Level 1 - taken at home
• Sage Competency - taken at home
• Level 2 Manual Bookkeeping – taken at external assessment centre
• Level 2 Computerised Bookkeeping – taken at home

Most students complete this Practical Book-Keeping Intermediate course within approximately 220 hours of study.

Careers

With this course you'll be able to apply for jobs as a Book-Keeper and could earn up to £30,246* per annum.

*Source: www.payscale.com

Other roles include:

Accounts Clerk
*£22,467
Source: www.payscale.com - May 2011

Bookkeeper
*£30,246
Source: www.payscale.com - May 2011