The IAB is the leading professional body in the UK devoted solely to the
interests of book-keepers.
The IAB level 1 Certificate course is an
excellent introduction to the skills you’ll need in your career and the IAB level 2 Certificate course is designed to give you in-depth knowledge of computerised book-keeping techniques.
IAB level 1 Certificate in Computerised Bookkeeping
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IAB level 2 Certificate in Computerised Bookkeeping
Certificate in Computerised Book-keeping
(Qual. Accreditation No. 500/3160/0)
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IAB level 2
Certificate in Computerised Book-keeping
(Qual. Accreditation No. 500/3079/6 )
Courses Overview
level 1
The overall aim of this qualification is to accredit candidates’ knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles concerned in the use of a computerised accounting system using commercially available software. The qualification is non-software specific.
Within the qualification, candidates have the opportunity to gain knowledge of basic computerised book-keeping routines concerning the documentation and processes related to making and receiving payments. They will gain an initial insight into both cash and credit business transactions, VAT and other computerised routines.
The qualification requires candidates to understand those transactions, which are necessary for the setting up and entering of day-to-day transactions into a computerised accounting system including the processing of simple documents. Accuracy, integrity and security of data should always be uppermost in the candidates mind.
Candidates may use this qualification as the basis of further study of computerised accounting systems and use it as underpinning knowledge for the study of the IAB Level 2 Certificate in Book-keeping and also progress to the IAB Level 2 Certificate in Computerised Book-keeping.
To be awarded the full qualification, candidates are required to successfully demonstrate their competence by means of an external examination. It will also provide progression to the NVQs in Accounting at Levels 2 and 3 Candidates will receive acknowledgement of successful completion of the qualification.
level 2
The overall aim of this qualification is to accredit candidates’ knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles concerned in the use of a computerised accounting system using commercially available software. The qualification is non-software specific.
Within the qualification, candidates have the opportunity to gain knowledge of basic computerised book-keeping routines concerning the documentation and processes related to making and receiving payments. They will gain an initial insight into both cash and credit business transactions, VAT and other computerised routines.
The qualification requires candidates to understand those transactions, which are necessary for the setting up and entering of day-to-day transactions into a computerised accounting system including the processing of business documents and the correction of errors. Accuracy, integrity and security of data should always be uppermost in the candidates mind.
Candidates may use this qualification as the basis of further study of computerised accounting systems and use it as underpinning knowledge for the study of the IAB Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and Advanced Book-keeping and also progress to the IAB Level 3 Diploma in Computerised Accounting.
To be awarded the full qualification, candidates are required to successfully demonstrate their competence by means of an external examination. It will also provide progression to the NVQs in Accounting at Levels 2 and 3 Candidates will receive acknowledgement of successful completion of the qualification.
Pre-requisites
level 1
As the examination tests the application of knowledge and understanding and not the recall of facts and figures, candidates will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the subject area and to apply this knowledge in the examination.
Information regarding equivalent qualifications can be found via the IAB web-site (www.iab.org.uk) or by contacting the IAB directly.
It is recommended that before commencing a course leading to the IAB Level 1 Certificate in Computerised Book-keeping the prospective student will already have basic skills in numeracy and literacy and the IAB Level 1 Certificate in Book-keeping.
level 2
As the examination tests the application of knowledge and understanding and not the recall of facts and figures, candidates will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the subject area and to apply this knowledge in the examination.
Information regarding equivalent qualifications can be found via the IAB web-site (www.iab.org.uk) or by contacting the IAB directly.
It is recommended that before commencing a course leading to the IAB Level 2 Certificate in Computerised Book-keeping the prospective student will already have basic skills in numeracy and literacy and the IAB Level 1 Certificate in Book-keeping. It is also desirable for the student to have completed a course leading to the IAB Level 1 Certificate in Computerised Book-keeping qualification.
Support
As an AAS Training student you will have your very own personal tutor helping you with
your course work and with any questions you may have. Plus you can contact our
Student Advisors by email or phone for all the practical advice you may need –
so we really are with you 100%.
What's more you'll have access to the AAS Training online Student Community where you
can interact with other students, browse our resource library and manage your
account.
Assessment
level 1
All Learning Outcomes will be assessed through an externally set and marked examination lasting one hour and thirty minutes, consisting of a series of one practical task in the form of a case study, and one theory task which may be hand-written or prepared using word-processing software. The examination will build on the candidates’ computerised book-keeping knowledge and will assess the candidate’s ability in relation to the Learning Outcomes. Candidates will be required to carry out the tasks accurately and in keeping with current book-keeping and accounting concepts and practice and the functions of the computerised accounting system.
level 2
All Learning Outcomes will be assessed through an externally set and marked examination lasting two hours, consisting of a series of two practical tasks in the form of a case study, and one theory task which may be hand-written or prepared using word-processing software. The examination will build on the candidates’ computerised book-keeping knowledge and will assess the candidate’s ability in relation to the Learning Outcomes. Candidates will be required to carry out the tasks accurately and in keeping with current book-keeping and accounting concepts and practice and the functions of the computerised accounting system.
Please note, that exam fees are separate to course fees and are payable directly to the IAB upon signing up for the actual exam. Exams are held in January and June, please click here for more information on exam fees, timetables and registration deadlines.
When the time for exams come you would need to contact the IAB directly on 0844 330 3527, explain that you are a distance learning student with AAS Training and they will appoint you to the nearest exam centre to your location.
Software
Please note that for the computerised bookkeeping course you will have to purchase the Sage Instant Accounts v14 if you already do not own it.
Disclaimer: Please note that if you are using a more comprehensive version of Sage you will still be able to complete the course, but you might come across a number of differences as you go through the manual. In case you do not have this software available – we would recommend sourcing it from Sage directly at this page
What our Students Say
"The Book-keeping course is everything I wanted. I've worked as a book-keeper
for a while, but I wanted to take the AAS Training course to prove to myself I could do
it. I've been very satisfied with the service I've received – in particular, my
tutor has been very helpful in giving me feedback and advice. I would recommend
AAS Training." Timoty Anderson, AAS Training Graduate.
Your Future Prospects
The survival of all commercial ventures, charitable and public sector
agencies depends on tight financial controls. Therefore, there will always be
demand for individuals with the skills base to ensure these controls are in
place.
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