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IAB Level 1 Award in Computerised Bookkeeping

Level 1
Part-Time
25/26
60190504
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Overview

This award is suitable for individuals who have little to no experience in bookkeeping and want to develop a solid foundation in computerised bookkeeping systems. Whether you are a small business owner, an aspiring bookkeeper, or an individual seeking to enhance employability in administrative roles, the Computerised Bookkeeping Level 1 Award will equip you with the essential skills, knowledge, and confidence to excel in computerised bookkeeping.

This award provides essential knowledge and practical training in using the Sage cloud accounting software to record financial transactions, maintain accurate records, and produce basic financial reports.

Throughout the course, participants will gain a thorough understanding of the principles and concepts of bookkeeping. They will learn about the importance of accurate financial record-keeping, the role of bookkeeping in business operations, and the fundamentals of double-entry bookkeeping. Participants will also explore key terminology, basic financial statements, and the relevance of bookkeeping in decision-making processes.

PLEASE NOTE : ALL FEES ARE PAYABLE 14 DAYS IN ADVANCE OF THE COURSE START DATE TO ALLOW STUDENTS TO BE REGISTERED AND SOFTWARE PURCHASED FROM IAB.

This qualification is made up of the following units:

- Introduction to Computerised Accounting

- Understand the basics of computerised accounting

- Understand accounting terms

- Recognise source documents

- Understand the basics of the VAT system

- Set up a Computerised Accounting System and Process Data

- Set up a computerised accounting system

- Process credit based transactions

- Process cash sales and sundry income

- Process receipts from credit customers

- Process payments to credit suppliers

- Process payments through the bank current account

- Process petty cash transactions

- Reconcile the balance on the bank current account

- Generate reports

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Students will be required to do 2 open-book assessments:

1. A practical assessment using the Sage accounting software

2. An online theory assessment

On successful completion of this level 1, learners can progress to the Level 2 Certificate in Computerised Bookkeeping offered at SWC.

The fees quoted are payable for each year. In addition to the course fees listed, you will be required to pay a £50.00 IAB Student Membership fee directly to IAB. You will not be eligible to sit the assessment unless this fee is paid. This membership lasts for 12 months and will cover you for Level 2 if this is completed withing the 12 month period.

PLEASE NOTE : ALL FEES ARE PAYABLE 14 DAYS IN ADVANCE OF THE COURSE START DATE TO ALLOW STUDENTS TO BE REGISTERED AND SOFTWARE PURCHASED FROM IAB.

4 Available Sessions

* The fees quoted are per annum and are payable for each year of the course’s duration and are subject to additional examination fees as per fees policy.

Dungannon

Part-Time

P1504DE10A

Session Code

1 Year(s)

Duration

Further Education

Mode of Study

2.5

Hours per Week

15

Number of Weeks

Interview Required

25/26

Academic Year

15/09/2025

Start Date

18:00-20:30

Time

Monday

Day/s

Kevin.McGuinness@swc.ac.uk

Coordinator(s)

Total Annual Fee £198.00

Total Concessionary Fee £164.00

Full Fee Breakdown

**Concession Fee Breakdown

Fees Payable Each Year

**Am I eligible for concessionary fees?

Cookstown

Part-Time

P1504CE10A

Session Code

1 Year(s)

Duration

Further Education

Mode of Study

2.5

Hours per Week

15

Number of Weeks

Interview Required

25/26

Academic Year

17/09/2025

Start Date

18:00-20:30

Time

Wednesday

Day/s

Kevin.McGuinness@swc.ac.uk

Coordinator(s)

Total Annual Fee £198.00

Total Concessionary Fee £164.00

Full Fee Breakdown

**Concession Fee Breakdown

Fees Payable Each Year

**Am I eligible for concessionary fees?

Omagh

Part-Time

P1504OE10A

Session Code

1 Year(s)

Duration

Further Education

Mode of Study

2.5

Hours per Week

15

Number of Weeks

Interview Required

25/26

Academic Year

17/09/2025

Start Date

19:00-21:30

Time

Wednesday

Day/s

Kevin.McGuinness@swc.ac.uk

Coordinator(s)

Total Annual Fee £198.00

Total Concessionary Fee £164.00

Full Fee Breakdown

**Concession Fee Breakdown

Fees Payable Each Year

**Am I eligible for concessionary fees?

Enniskillen

Part-Time

P1504EE10A

Session Code

1 Year(s)

Duration

Further Education

Mode of Study

2.5

Hours per Week

15

Number of Weeks

Interview Required

25/26

Academic Year

29/09/2025

Start Date

19:00-21:30

Time

Monday

Day/s

Kevin.McGuinness@swc.ac.uk

Coordinator(s)

Total Annual Fee £198.00

Total Concessionary Fee £164.00

Full Fee Breakdown

**Concession Fee Breakdown

Fees Payable Each Year

**Am I eligible for concessionary fees?

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