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Bookkeeping (Level 1 Award)

IAB
Administration (Secretarial)

Course Overview

Learners who complete the qualification successfully will have knowledge and understanding of basic and technical terms used by bookkeepers and will be able to apply concepts that are fundamental to the function of bookkeeping. They will be able to recognize the common source documents from which transactions are recorded in the books of account and be able to use source documents for the purpose of recording transactions in a manual bookkeeping system using double entry processing techniques. The qualification is made up of:1 – Online Knowledge Test2 – Online Assignments.
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    13 Weeks
  • Campus
    Strand Road

Important Message

The College’s course offering and timetabling for the 2026/27 academic year will be confirmed mid-May 2026.

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  • Course: IAB Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping *An annual IAB membership fee of Approx £50.00 must be paid by the learner in addition to the course fee. Ref D054
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date:
    (Wed:5:30PM-8:00PM /)
    Fees:
     Full £57.00
    Concession £30.00
    Examination £100.00
    CANCELLED
  • Course: IAB Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping *An annual IAB membership fee of Approx £50.00 must be paid by the learner in addition to the course fee. Ref D055
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 10/02/2027
    (Wed:5:30PM-8:00PM /)
    Fees:
     Full £57.00
    Concession £30.00
    Examination £100.00
    Apply now

You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

* Terms and Conditions apply

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  • Site location Strand Road
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

The Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping qualification is specifically aimed at learners who wish to begin their studies of bookkeeping and gain a Level 1 qualification. The qualification has been designed to appeal to learners starting their studies in the subject of bookkeeping from a point of no previous knowledge or experience. Prospective entrants must have acquired basic skills in numeracy and literacy prior to starting their studies.Learners without English as a first language must hold IELTS 5.0 or other evidence of competence in English at this level. This course is taught in English.

Additional Information

Learners must pay an additional annual membership fee of £50.00 directly to IAB to be able to undertake their online test & assignments for this qualification. This fee is not included in the course fees. This annual membership will also cover the costs for online assignments or tests taken by the learner for any other IAB qualifications within the year.

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