02. Book-keeping with freestyletrainingBook-keeping is a growing profession offering people of all ages and backgrounds outstanding career opportunities. Qualified book-keepers can earn up to £25 per hour. More and more people are choosing distance learning as the most effective way of acquiring book-keeping skills, since learning is flexible, at a pace to suit the individual and no expensive equipment is required. freestyletraining are proud to be associated with the Institute of Certified Book-Keepers (ICB); it is the largest book-keeping institute in the world and a qualification from the ICB can open up a whole new world of business. You will be joining its 150,000 students and members across the world, who are already enjoying the benefits of being a part of such a prestigious, professional organisation. Our book-keeping courseware – the factsDeveloped by a well respected training courseware company (established in 1990), our self-study materials are second to none. The step-by-step workbooks are clear, easy to follow and logical. Fully illustrated to enhance understanding they provide an excellent source of reference following course completion. You will be supported every step of the way by an experienced tutor who has been delivering these home study courses since 1997 to individuals and business customers alike. Regular checklists and additional activities ensure thorough understanding but should you have a question or concern about your learning there will always be someone available to support and guide you. Our in-depth study manuals have been specifically created to cover all the necessary topics for the ICB Level I Certificate in Basic Book-Keeping and Level II Certificate in Computerised Book-Keeping. Examinations are held twice a year (January and June) at an accredited testing centre near you. Since thousands of businesses already use Sage software, a good understanding of this software is invaluable to those seeking employment, planning a career change or wishing to set up their own professional book-keeping practice. Each study manual covers a wide range of topics and the speed at which you learn will of course depend upon the time and commitment you can devote to your studies. Remember, we will support you every step of the way, providing encouragement and guidance to help you achieve your goals. |
What can I learn?Select from one for the following courses for full details and how to enrol: Manual Book-keepingSage Line 50 Beginner Sage Line 50 Intermediate Sage Line 50 Advanced Sage Instant Accounting The qualifications available:
Those who achieve both the Certificate in Basic Book-keeping and the Certificate in Computerised Book-keeping may apply for admission as an Associate Member of the Institute. They may use the designatory letters AICB or AICB (Comp) as appropriate. Please note that exams cost extra (£25 per exam) and a one-off registration fee (£45) to the Institute of Certified Book-keepers (ICB) will also apply. ![]() freestyletraining are proud to be associated with the Institute of Certified Book-Keepers (ICB); it is the largest book-keeping institute in the world, set up to promote and maintain the standards of book-keeping and to enable book-keeping to gain recognition as an integral part of the financial profession. For more details visit – www.book-keepers.org |

