ICB Associate - Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping & Accounts -Course with Exam -BA4, BA5, BA6, BA7 Plus a FREE MS Excel 2013 or 2016 course!

ICB Associate Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping & Accounts
This qualification is fully accredited by the ICB and covers Level 3 (Associate Level) of the ICB Bookkeeping qualification structure. You will learn how to perform important duties such as preparing ledger balances, producing accurate VAT returns and posting year-end adjustments to the appropriate industry standard.

The course has been developed to incorporate all bookkeeping and accounting principles into the Sage Instant Accounts software. Sage are the market leader for integrated accounting, payroll and payment systems who support over 800,000 companies worldwide with their finance solutions.

What can I use it for?
You will be able to use the ICB Associate Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping & Accounts to get jobs as a Self-Employed/Employed Bookkeeper with salaries averaging £27,000 per year.

What’s included in this course?
• ICB accredited training materials which are compatible with all devices (desktop, laptop, tablet or phone)
• Full version of Sage Instant Accounts
• One year’s student membership to the ICB
• Tutor Support
• NUS Extra Card available (for a small additional fee)
• Practice assignments to apply the bookkeeping knowledge you’ve learned
• Mock Exam
• Final exam (BA4, BA5, BA6, BA7)

Note: Sage Instant software associated with the course runs only on Windows

About the ICB

The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) is the largest bookkeeping institute in the world. It promotes and maintains the standards of bookkeeping as a profession through relevant qualifications, awarding grades of membership that recognise academic and working achievement.

The ICB’s role as a bookkeeping membership body means they provide ongoing support to members to ensure their bookkeepers are up to date with bookkeeping legislation, obligations and are trusted to provide the highest quality of bookkeeping service to businesses.

Course Units

• Underpinning Knowledge
• Reconciliation of Accounts and Correction of Errors
• VAT Returns
• Calculate and Post Adjustments to the Ledger
• Final Accounts of Non-Incorporated Businesses

Tutor Support

We provide you with tutor support throughout your 12-month course access period. Your tutor will be available to you 24/7 and can provide guidance through the course and professional advice to help you through any potential issue you may come across. Your designated tutor will also mark your mock examinations for you and help to book your exam when you both come to an agreement that you’re ready. The tutor support is provided so we can ensure you have the best chance of passing your examinations maintaining our pass rates which currently stand as one of the highest in the UK.

ICB Membership Benefits

If you purchase this package we will pay your first year of student membership to the ICB for free. Meaning you get to experience amazing benefits, including:

Professional Recognition

Distinguish yourself with globally recognised ICB bookkeeping membership and designatory letters after your name.

Networking

Extend your professional network at the annual Bookkeepers Summit, ICB Branch meetings and online forums.

News and Insight

Get professional and legislative bookkeeping updates at ICB and in the regular e-newsletter InVoice.

Online Resources

Access exclusive areas of the ICB website for technical helpsheets and document templates.

Technical Helpline

Speak to specialist bookkeeping advisors about bookkeeping, tax, AML, law, payroll and much more.

Professional Development

Expand your knowledge and skills as a bookkeeper with the ICB Continuing Professional Development programme.

Career Support

Access online resources for career advice and view bookkeeping jobs through the ICB Job Vacancy Portal.

Offers and Discounts

Save money with ICBenefits and get preferential rates on products and service offered by ICB partners.

Further Benefits for Member in Practice

• ICB Logo – Can be displayed on your website, stationary and promotion materials.
• Practice Directory – You will be listed on the ICB website promoting your practice and licence for potential clients.
• AML Supervision – Supervision as legally required by Money Laundering Regulations (MLR).
• AML Software – Enables you to carry out due diligence checks and risk assessments for clients.
• Marketing materials – Customisable stationary and promotional items
• Insurance – Professional Indemnity Insurance tailored to your ICB Practice
• AML Guidance – Specialist telephone support and an online resource library
• Business Support – Exclusive web content is available to help you set up, develop and run your business.

This course is an ideal next-level training option for anyone who has completed the ICB Affiliate Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping (or equivalent qualification) and wishes to expand on their knowledge for even greater career opportunities.

You should have achieved ICB Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping or its equivalent with another awarding body and hold a valid student registration or ICB membership (included in this package).

The ICB provides bookkeepers with global recognition in the bookkeeping industry. Roles you can undertake include:
• Self-Employed Bookkeeper
• Assistant Bookkeeper
• Employed Bookkeeper
• Finance Administrator