Certificate in Bookkeeping with Basics of Accounting - Level 1 & 2
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Curriculum
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Format: 12 Videos and 2 PDFs
Duration: 3h and 41m
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Module 01: Introduction to Bookkeeping and Accounting Fundamentals 15:50
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Module 02: Understanding Financial Transactions and Source Documents 18:45
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Module 03: Accounting Equation and Double-Entry Bookkeeping Principles 17:25
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Module 04: Recording Transactions in Journals and Ledgers 18:54
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Module 05: Managing Accounts Payable and Purchase Records 18:21
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Module 06: Managing Accounts Receivable and Sales Records 16:07
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Module 07: Bank Reconciliation and Cash Control Procedures 18:49
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Module 08: Preparing a Trial Balance and Identifying Errors 18:51
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Module 09: VAT and Tax Considerations in Bookkeeping 18:39
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Module 10: Payroll Administration and Wage Processing Basics 19:04
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Module 11: Preparing Financial Statements and Reports 17:44
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Module 12: Year-End Adjustments and Closing Accounts 19:45
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Course Completion 02:00
Description
Module 01: Introduction to Bookkeeping and Accounting Fundamentals
• Discover how bookkeeping supports effective financial management.
• Examine the purpose of maintaining organised business records.
• Build essential knowledge for future accounting study.
Module 02: Understanding Financial Transactions and Source Documents
• Recognise different transaction types used in business activities.
• Examine invoices, receipts, and supporting financial documents.
• Develop confidence in verifying recorded information.
Module 03: Accounting Equation and Double-Entry Bookkeeping Principles
• Learn how the accounting equation reflects business finances.
• Apply debit and credit rules through double-entry methods.
• Strengthen accuracy when recording financial activities.
Module 04: Recording Transactions in Journals and Ledgers
• Learn how journals capture day-to-day business activities.
• Organise financial information within appropriate ledger accounts.
• Develop confidence in maintaining structured accounting records.
Module 05: Managing Accounts Payable and Purchase Records
• Monitor supplier balances and purchasing obligations efficiently.
• Organise expenditure using reliable purchasing documentation.
• Improve oversight of business spending activities.
Module 06: Managing Accounts Receivable and Sales Records
• Track customer balances and incoming business income.
• Organise sales information through structured recording methods.
• Strengthen credit management and payment follow-up skills.
Module 07: Bank Reconciliation and Cash Control Procedures
• Compare banking information with internal financial records.
• Resolve differences using recognised reconciliation techniques.
• Improve confidence in maintaining dependable cash information.
Module 08: Preparing a Trial Balance and Identifying Errors
• Assemble account balances into a trial balance statement.
• Detect inconsistencies using recognised checking procedures.
• Improve confidence in maintaining balanced accounting records.
Module 09: VAT and Tax Considerations in Bookkeeping
• Understand VAT obligations affecting everyday business activities.
• Apply practical methods for calculating tax amounts.
• Strengthen awareness of bookkeeping compliance requirements.
Module 10: Payroll Administration and Wage Processing Basics
• Calculate employee earnings using standard payroll procedures.
• Organise deductions and payroll information accurately.
• Develop practical knowledge of workplace payroll administration.
Module 11: Preparing Financial Statements and Reports
• Organise accounting information into meaningful financial reports.
• Interpret business performance using key financial statements.
• Build confidence in presenting financial information clearly.
Module 12: Year-End Adjustments and Closing Accounts
• Complete essential adjustments before finalising accounting periods.
• Apply closing procedures for organised financial records.
• Consolidate bookkeeping knowledge through the full accounting cycle.
Who is this course for?
Bookkeeping with Basics of Accounting - Level 1 & 2
- Cashier
- Bookkeeper
- Bookkeeping Manager
This course will pave the way for higher study in the field of Bookkeeping. You can enrol on higher level Bookkeeping courses, such as:
- Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping Principles
- Level 2 Award in Bookkeeping
- Level 2 Award in Using Bookkeeping Software
- Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping
- Level 3 Diploma in Bookkeeping & Payroll
Requirements
Learners do not require any prior qualifications to enrol in this Bookkeeping with Basics of Accounting Course. You need to be interested in the Course.
Career path
Bookkeeping with Basics of Accounting - Level 1 & 2
- Bookkeeper
- Accounts Assistant
- Payroll Administrator
- Financial Analyst
- Finance and Office Administrator
- Management Accountant
- VAT Consultant
- Financial Controller
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