ICB Level I - Certificate in Basic Bookkeeping BBS103

The Certificate I in Basic Bookkeeping is ICB approved and is aimed at people who wish to enter the profession for the first time – no previous experience is required. The course covers the basic principles of  of double entry bookkeeping leading to a professional bookkeeping qualification awarded by the ICB. This level I course is essential before proceeding to  to the ICB Manual Bookkeeping level 2 and ICB Computerised Bookkeeping level 2 qualification.

Prerequisite
Prerequisites are not required for Level I Basic Bookkeeping. The course is targeted towards complete beginners -  those wanting to entry the profession as a career for the first time.

Tuition cost: £245 and includes:

• Course lessons
• Assignments
• Exam practice
• Access to learning resources
• Unlimited Tutor support – vital to your success
• ICB Student Registration fee £46.50:- (first 12 months membership of the ICB)
• ICB exam fee:  £31

Duration: 50 hours

ICB Examinations
Level I Qualification

The Level I Certificate in Basic Bookkeeping is taken Online from home.  Students will need access to internet connection for this.

All students wishing to complete the Institutes examinations and achieve membership must first successfully complete the manual, home-based, Level I Certificate in Basic Bookkeeping.

Following completion of  Level I, students should complete both the Level II Certificate in Manual Bookkeeping and the Level II Certificate in Computerised Bookkeeping in any order.
After applying, the student will be emailed a confirmation from the ICB and a link to further instructions.  The examination booking will expire after two weeks and if it is not used by this time, the examination will be graded as a Fail and the student must apply for a new examination and pay any necessary fees.  Students are given two hours to complete the examination and results will be issued online straight away.

Examination Dates
There are no set examination dates and all examinations are available on-demand throughout the year.

Learning goals
Aim of the Basic Bookkeeping Level I  course is to prepare students for the ICB exam and have a thorough understanding of the principles and fundamentals  of double entry bookkeeping.

This is the first module that must be completed in order to go through and achieve an ICB qualification.

Following completion of the Level I, students should complete both the Level II Certificate in Manual Bookkeeping and the Level II Certificate in Computerised Bookkeeping. They may be completed in any order.

Course Structure: ICB Level I - Manual Basic Bookkeeping BBS103

There are six (6) lessons as follows:

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   ICB Accredited Course

   Introduction - The Nature and Function of Accounting
   • This first lesson covers the basic purpose and scope of bookkeeping for service firms, the uses of financial information, and accounting standards and conventions.
2. Analysing and Designing Account Systems
   • How to set up a bookkeeping system, the steps in the operation of the system and additional information on other business documents.
3. Balance Sheet
   • The use and and purpose of balance sheets. The balance sheet is like  a snapshot of the business at a particular point in time. Every transaction affects the balance sheet in some way.
4. Double Entry Bookkeeping Recording Process
   • Step by step instructions on how to set up  double entry bookkeeping procedures
5. Books of Original Entry
   • Understand the need for and function of 'special journals'.
   • Understand books of Original Entry
   • Understand why Journals represent  the start of the recording process - often referred to as books of original entry.
6. Accounting for VAT
   • Understanding the VAT process
   • Understand methodologies employed for VAT calculations,
   • Learn how to complete  the VAT 100 Form
   • Understand what entries are required  to record VAT transactions for sales, purchases and expenses.

Benefits of this CourseIf you want to start your own bookkeeping business, enter the profession as a career or simply administer your own bookkeeping  records, then this course is essential in order to begin your bookkeeping career.

This is a sound foundation course for anyone working or wishing to work in bookkeeping, including:

• Business owners
• Administration or accounts employees
• Anyone wishing to start a self-employed bookkeeping business
• Anyone seeking a career as a bookkeeper

Gaining this qualification will add value to your CV, increase your job opportunities and tells potential employers that you are serious about the profession.

Course Structure Level I consists of a total of 6 lessons, and focuses mainly on small businesses and a career in bookkeeping.

You can enrol, start and finish at any time – it is all self paced.  You have unlimited access to your tutor right from the beginning. Everything is provided:-   course material, practice exams, membership and exam fees. Our all inclusive tuition fee allows you to stay focused on preparing for the ICB exam.

Upon completion of Level I Certificate in Manual  Bookkeeping students may then progress to Level II Certificate in Manual Bookkeeping or Level II Certificate in Computerised Bookkeeping.

The course may be purchased as individual stand alone courses or a combination package which allow for a saving in tuition fee.
 
Whether you're changing jobs, looking for a new career or simply want to up-skill and bookkeeping is the profession of your choice, then there is no better time to start than now.  ADL's commitment to providing extensive support services ensure that you can confidently sit for the ICB exams knowing that you have covered all the material required. Most of our students gain Distinction first time round. This is due in part to the dedication of our tutors.

Find out what an ICB Bookkeeping qualification can do for you.

Upon completion of this module students may then progress to Level II Certificate in Manual Bookkeeping. There are no set examination dates and all examinations are available on-demand throughout the year.