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Level 3 Accounting Course

Certificate QLS Level 3 | *FREE PDF Certificate* Tutor Support & Exam | 60 CPD Credits | Free Bookkeeping course


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£12 inc VAT (was £30)
Offer ends 26 April 2024
Study method
Online
Duration
Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
60 CPD hours / points
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Accounting Course

The course comes with easy to understand e-learning study materials.

Level 3 Accounting Course. Accounting and Finance Begin your journey towards an exciting career in professional Accounting with this entry-level Accounting - Level 3 course. With no prior experience or expertise required, study in your own time and at your own pace for a endorsed Accounting and Finance Level 3. If looking to take your career prospects to a higher level starting right now, CPD Courses is here to help!

Across both public and private sectors alike, accurate Accounting is of universal importance. Irrespective of the size, type or nature of the business, accounts and finances need to be flawlessly managed. Even if the business in question is a non-profit organization, consistent Accounting and financial management are mandatory. Just as quality accountancy can directly contribute to stronger financial performance, substandard accountancy can cause even the largest organisations to fail. Which is why, those who develop advanced accountancy skills are considered to be assets of priceless value by employers and business owners worldwide.

This foundation-level Certificate in Accounting and Finance is designed to lay the groundwork upon which to begin building a rewarding career in Accounting. Whether looking to continue studying at a more advanced level, pursue an entry-level Accounting position or further an existing career, this endorsed course could make all the difference.

With the commitment of your own personally-assigned tutor and the CPD Courses support team, the Accounting career of your dreams could be right at your fingertips!

CPD

60 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Standards Office

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Description

Accounting Course

Accounting - Course Benefits

When studying for a Accounting and Finance - Level 3 with CPD Courses, every candidate enjoys the following benefits:

  1. Complete access to recommend reference books, study aids and more via our extensive e-library.
  2. Provision of all essential course materials and lecture notes, along with case studies, practical exercises and key supporting documentation.
  3. 24/7 access to our exclusive digital learning platform and convenient online assessments at the end of each unit.
  4. The opportunity to earn a endorsed certificate from a respected and recognised awarding organization.
  5. The dedicated support of an experienced, qualified and professional tutor for ongoing assistance while completing your course.

Learning Objectives

This exclusive Accountancy Course has been designed for ambitious candidates looking to lay a strong foundation for further studies, or to begin working towards a career in accountancy. Suitable for newcomers and existing members of the workforce alike, business owners and entrepreneurs could also benefit from professional-quality accountancy skills. By studying the key duties and responsibilities of working accountants, candidates are primed and readied to begin writing their own success stories.

Over the course of four insightful modules, learners are gradually introduced to the mechanics of corporate accountancy, along with an exploration of the importance and potential value of proactive financial management. A series of key financial reports are investigated in-depth, along with a variety of financial analysis tools and the different types of accountancy. Business budgeting is also introduced and explored from a contemporary corporate perspective.

Key skills, talents and knowledge picked up along the way include:

  • Detailed knowledge of the contemporary accountancy profession
  • Understanding of key accountancy concepts and standards
  • Familiarity with basic accountancy journals and documents
  • The confidence to pursue a career in accountancy

Course Outline

This introductory Level 3 Accounting and Finance Certificate is delivered over the course of six insightful modules - each concluding with an online assessment to verify your acquired knowledge and competencies. Your assigned tutor will provide you with comprehensive support at all times, in order to assist with your successful completion of each unit.

Unit 1 - An Overview of Accounting

This unit covers the following key topics:

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Accounting
  • Objectives of Accounting
  • Scope of Accounting
  • Functions of Accounting
  • Advantages of Accounting
  • Limitations of Accounting
  • Evolution of Modern Accounting
  • Branches of Accounting
  • Modern View of Accounting
  • Accounting Cycle
  • Plus more


Unit 2 - What does an Accountant do

This unit covers the following key topics:

  • Role of an Accountant
  • Methods of Accounting
  • Debit and Credit
  • Types of Accounts
  • Distinction between Book-Keeping and Accounting
  • Organisation for Accounting and Finance
  • Bases of Accounting
  • Accounting Terminology
  • Plus more


Unit 3 - How to Create a Balance Sheet

This unit covers the following key topics:

  • Balance Sheet
  • Purpose of Financial Statements
  • Prepare a Balance Sheet
  • Assets
  • Analyze a Balance Sheet
  • Current Ratio
  • Quick Ratio
  • Working Capital
  • Debt/Worth Ratio
  • Plus more


Unit 4 - How to Prepare Profit and Loss Account

This unit covers the following key topics:

  • Statement of Profit and Loss
  • Measurement of Income
  • Preparation of Profit or Loss Account
  • Plus more


Unit 5 - Cash Flow Statements

This unit covers the following key topics:

  • Cash Flow
  • Initial Investment
  • Cash
  • Receivables
  • Inventory, Supplies, and Prepaid Expenses
  • Sources of Funds
  • Funds from Operations
  • Uses and Application of Funds
  • Plus more


Unit 6 - Budgeting - Practical Money Skills

This unit covers the following key topics:

  • Budget
  • Financial Planning
  • Budgetary Control
  • Installing a Budgetary Control System
  • Responsibility for Budgeting
  • Key Factor
  • Sales Work Sheet
  • Fixed and Flexible Budgets
  • Plus more

Who is this course for?

Accounting Course

Our popular Level 3 Accounting and Finance Course is suitable for anyone looking to improve their personal competencies and career prospects with a endorsed distance learning program. Whether interested in advancing a current career or exploring an entirely new discipline for the first time, targeted studies could make all the difference. Existing accountants interested in boosting their professional profiles could also benefit from this course, as could entrepreneurs and business owners at all levels.

Requirements

Accounting Course

Option 1

Certificate in Accounting and Finance QLS Level 3 endorsed by Quality Licence Scheme

Certificate Fee: £85 + postal charges

Option 2

Certificate in Accounting and Finance issued by CPD

PDF Certificate - FREE

Hard copy - £25 + postal charges

Option 3

CPD Accredited Certificate

(PDF format)=£30

(Hard copy)=£75 + postal charges

*Postage Charges: National £9, International £15

Career path

Accounting Course

Upon successful completion of our Level 3 Accounting and Finance Course, candidates may choose to pursue an extensive range of careers including:

  • Accountant
  • Accounting Clerk
  • Accounting Clerk Leader
  • Accounting Supervisor
  • Payroll Services Analyst
  • Private Accountant
  • Public Accountant
  • Tax Accountant
  • Tax Specialist

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.