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Certificate in Bookkeeping with Basics of Accounting - Level 1 & 2

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Offer ends 30 April 2025
Study method
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Duration
5.4 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Accredited Certificate on Bookkeeping Course from SkillArts - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
  • Reference Letter - £3
  • CPDQE Certificate & Transcript - £10
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  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Why Study This Certificate in Bookkeeping with Basics of Accounting - Level 1 & 2 Diploma?

  • The average salary for a qualified bookkeeper in the UK is £28,000 per year.
  • The UK's Office for National Statistics (ONS) predicts a 13% growth in accounting and bookkeeping jobs between 2020 and 2030.
  • The US Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a 10% growth in bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing jobs between 2022 and 2032.


This Certificate in Bookkeeping with Basics of Accounting - Level 1 & 2 Diploma Comprises The Following Courses:

  • Course 01: Level 1 Bookkeeping - (Bookkeeper Training)
  • Course 02: Level 2 Bookkeeping - (Bookkeeper Training)
  • Course 03: Basics of Accounting


Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the essentials of bookkeeping including double-entry systems, general ledgers, and financial statements.
  • Gain skills in financial budgeting and planning to support strategic decision-making within a business context.
  • Explore the basics of auditing in bookkeeping, enhancing your ability to review and verify financial information.
  • Delve into future trends and advanced topics in bookkeeping to stay ahead in the field.

CPDQE Accreditation

This Certificate in Bookkeeping with Basics of Accounting Course is CPDQE accredited. CPD is a globally recognised parameter for continuous professional development acknowledged by thousands of professional bodies, employers and academic institutions in the UK and around the world.

Dual Certificates

After completing this Certificate in Bookkeeping with Basics of Accounting Course, you will receive a course completion certificate from Reed. Also, you will receive a Accredited Certificate of Completion From SkillArts.

Assessment Method:

  • MCQ Based
  • Pass Mark: 40%
  • Assessment Fee: £5

Student Testimonials!

★★★★★ "Not as hard as I thought it would be - It is explained well and once I wrote it down it made sense"

Reviewed by Lee Fraser

★★★★★ Reviewed by Kehinde Oloyede

★★★★★ Reviewed by Paula Nistor

Certificates

Accredited Certificate on Bookkeeping Course from SkillArts

Digital certificate - Included

You must pass the final exam in order to obtain the SkillArts Certificate.

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Reference Letter

Digital certificate - £3

CPDQE Certificate & Transcript

Digital certificate - £10

Curriculum

6
sections
55
lectures
5h 26m
total
    • 1: Bookkeeping: Introduction to Book-keeping 09:00 PDF
    • 2: Bookkeeping: Double-Entry Bookkeeping Systems 07:00 PDF
    • 3: Bookkeeping: The General Ledger 08:00 PDF
    • 4: Bookkeeping: Accounts Receivable and Payable 08:00 PDF
    • 5: Care for a Feedback ! 01:00 PDF
    • 6: Bookkeeping: Income Statement (Profit and Loss Statement) 07:00 PDF
    • 7: Bookkeeping: The Balance Sheet 06:00 PDF
    • 8: Bookkeeping: Cash Flow Statements 07:00 PDF
    • 9: Bookkeeping: Financial Budgeting and Planning 07:00 PDF
    • 10: Bookkeeping: Auditing in Book-keeping 08:00 PDF
    • 11: Bookkeeping: Advanced Topics and Future Trends in Book-keeping 07:00 PDF
    • 12: Order Your Course Completion Certificate for the completed course 01:00 PDF
    • 13: Bookkeeping: 1 Manual Intro to manual bk and your tutor 05:43
    • 14: Bookkeeping: 2 Manual Behind the scenes 02:35
    • 15: Bookkeeping: 3 Manual Sales ledger control 05:51
    • 16: Bookkeeping: 4 Manual q2 purchases ledger control 02:58
    • 17: Bookkeeping: 5 Manual t2 bad debt 02:02
    • 18: Bookkeeping: 6 Manual q2 task 1 cash book update 11:14
    • 19: Bookkeeping: 7 Manual q2 task 2 bank rec statement 05:05
    • 20: Bookkeeping: 8 Manual q3 task 1 trial b 05:56
    • 21: Bookkeeping: 9 Manual q3 task 2 part 1 - enter opening balances 06:33
    • 22: Bookkeeping: 10 Manual q3 task 2 part 2 - enter data 08:20
    • 23: Bookkeeping: 11 Manual q3 task 2 part 3 - enter data for purchases ledger only 05:07
    • 24: Bookkeeping: 12 Manual q3 task 2 part 4 enter bank payments both sl and pl 03:32
    • 25: Bookkeeping: 13 Manual q3 task 2 part5 balance off both sl and pl 05:58
    • 26: Bookkeeping: 14 Manual q3 task 2 part6 balance off just pl 03:21
    • 27: Bookkeeping: 15 Manual q3 task 2 part7 enter bank transaction 04:52
    • 28: Bookkeeping: 16 Manual q3 task2 Part 8 vat ssrppr 11:16
    • 29: Bookkeeping: 17 Manual q3 task 2 part 9 balance off all accounts 07:14
    • 30: Bookkeeping: 18 Manual q3 Task 3 New TB 07:06
    • 31: Care for a feedback ! 01:00 PDF
    • 32: Bookkeeping: 19 Manual q3 Task3 new tb part 2 debtors and creditors balance 05:26
    • 33: Bookkeeping: 20 Manual q3 Task 3 new tb part3 add up the tb to balance 18:17
    • 34: Bookkeeping: 21 Manual q4 task1 Balance sheet 09:54
    • 35: Bookkeeping: 22 Manual q4 task2 terminology 03:37
    • 36: Bookkeeping: 23 Manual q5 Task1 vat 05:32
    • 37: Bookkeeping: 24 Manual q5 task2 vat 03:38
    • 38: Bookkeeping: 25 Manual Recap and where to go from here 01:12
    • 39: Bookkeeping: 26 Manual Next Steps 01:45
    • 40: Order Your Course Completion Certificate for the completed course 01:00 PDF
    • 41: Resouces 01:00
    • 42: Bookkeeping: Introduction to Accounting 11:00 PDF
    • 43: Bookkeeping: Accounting Framework and Standards 07:00 PDF
    • 44: Bookkeeping: Bookkeeping and Basic Transactions 09:00 PDF
    • 45: Bookkeeping: Financial Statements 07:00 PDF
    • 46: Bookkeeping: The Accounting Cycle 09:00 PDF
    • 47: Bookkeeping: Revenue and Expense Recognition 09:00 PDF
    • 48: Bookkeeping: Accounts Management 08:00 PDF
    • 49: Bookkeeping: Inventory and Cost Management 09:00 PDF
    • 50: Bookkeeping: Taxes, Leases, and Special Accounting 09:00 PDF
    • 51: Bookkeeping: Advanced Accounting Topics 10:00 PDF
    • 52: Order Your Course Completion Certificate for the completed course 01:00 PDF
    • 53: Course Completion 01:00 PDF
    • 54: Final Exam 01:00 PDF
    • 55: Order Your CPDQE Certificate for the main course 01:00 PDF

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Description

Certificate in Bookkeeping with Basics of Accounting - Level 1 & 2 Course Syllabus

Course 1: Book-keeping - Bookkeeper Training

  • Introduction to Book-keeping: Groundwork for understanding bookkeeping principles and practices.
  • Double-Entry Bookkeeping Systems: Detailed exploration of the foundational system for most accounting records.
  • The General Ledger: Instruction on how to manage the core of a company's financial records.
  • Accounts Receivable and Payable: Techniques for managing money owed by customers and to suppliers.
  • Income Statement (Profit and Loss Statement): Guidance on preparing this critical financial report to track company earnings and expenses.
  • The Balance Sheet: Training on compiling this snapshot of a company’s financial condition at a single point in time.
  • Cash Flow Statements: Methods for tracking the flow of cash in and out of the business.
  • Financial Budgeting and Planning: Skills for forecasting future financial needs and performance.
  • Auditing in Book-keeping: Basics of auditing process within bookkeeping.
  • Advanced Topics and Future Trends in Book-keeping: Insights into the evolving practices and technologies in bookkeeping.

Course 2: Basics of Accounting

  • Introduction to Accounting: Overview of accounting, differentiating from bookkeeping.
  • Bookkeeping and Basic Transactions: Foundation of transaction recording.
  • Accounting Framework and Standards: Understanding key regulations and standards.
  • Financial Statements: Detailed instruction on all major financial statements.
  • The Accounting Cycle: Comprehensive review of the steps in a complete accounting period.
  • Revenue and Expense Recognition: Principles for recognizing various types of income and expenses.
  • Accounts Management: Techniques for managing and auditing accounts.
  • Inventory and Cost Management: Strategies for managing stocks and associated costs.
  • Taxes, Leases, and Special Accounting: Handling of complex accounting issues.
  • Limited Companies & Shares: Accounting considerations for corporations.
  • Advanced Accounting Topics: Exploration of complex and emerging issues in accounting.

Who is this course for?

  • 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
  • Level 3 Award in Advanced Bookkeeping Skills
  • Level 3 Certificate in QuickBooks for Bookkeeping
  • Level 4 Diploma in Accounting and Bookkeeping
  • Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Bookkeeping and Accounts
  • Level 4 Diploma in Payroll and Bookkeeping
  • Level 5 Diploma in Advanced Bookkeeping and Taxation
  • Level 5 Diploma in Professional Bookkeeping and Finance
  • Level 5 Certificate in Advanced Payroll and Bookkeeping
  • Level 5 Diploma in Financial Accounting and Bookkeeping
  • Level 6 Diploma in Advanced Accounting and Bookkeeping

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