Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised – Live and Online

Course Code: 5N1354

Build practical bookkeeping skills for accounts and admin roles. Learn manual and computerised records, VAT returns, ledgers, trial balances, and bank reconciliations.

Build practical bookkeeping skills for accounts and admin roles. Learn manual and computerised records, VAT returns, ledgers, trial balances, and bank reconciliations.

Course Essentials

Course Title

Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised – Live and Online

Course Level

Level 5

Course Code

5N1354

Accreditation Body

QQI

QQI Credits

15.00

Award Type

Complete

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Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised – Live and Online

Start date
30th December 2030
Register by
28th December 2030
Duration
5 weeks
Location
Online
From
€295.00
Total price
€295.00
Availability
Places available
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Our Ways of Learning

Live & Online (Blended)
  • Scheduled live Zoom classes
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  • Self-paced study between sessions
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  • Learn directly from trainers
  • Complete work with in-class support

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The QQI component title of this module is Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised. The module code is 5N1354. The module is at level 5 and the module holds a credit value of 15 credits on the National Framework of Qualifications. This module forms part of the major award

  • Level 5 Business Studies 5M2468 (optional module)
  • Level 6 Management 6M4587 (optional module)

On successful completion of this award you will be equipped with the knowledge, skills and competence to produce and maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a range of organisations, using manual and computerised systems.

This course is suitable for you if you are new to your role in management or supervisory management or if you wish to gain this valuable qualification and find a job in this sector.

To commence this course, ideally you will have achieved Junior / Leaving Certificate standard or appropriate FETAC/QQI Qualification or equivalent. Mature Applicants with relevant life and work experience are welcomed. Where deemed appropriate you may have to complete an English Language Proficiency Test.

The Course Advisor is available to meet with you to discuss and advise you on the course details, career and academic opportunities and assess your suitability for the course.

Through this porgramme you will discover how to;

  • Explain the key terminology associated with the recording and maintenance of bookkeeping records, using manual and computerised systems
  • Outline the advantages and disadvantages of a computerised system over a manual one for record keeping purposes
  • Complete the books of first entry with appropriate VAT and departmental analysis from the information contained in a range of source documents to include; invoices, credit notes, bank records, petty cash vouchers
  • Post the information from the daybooks to the appropriate accounts in the ledgers
  • Extract a trial balance at the end of an accounting period
  • Prepare a Bank Reconciliation Statement from data supplied
  • Prepare the end-of-period VAT Return in accordance with the requirements of the Revenue Commissioners
  • Process all tasks as per the manual ones using an accounts package, comparing manual and computerised results
  • Analyse tasks completed making appropriate corrections to any errors and editing of data as directed
  • Print a selection of reports after backing up computerised data on a suitable medium.

Assessment Details

Complete your Level 5 course and submit your coursework in 9 weeks.

Assessment

The course 5N1354 Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised assessed in the following ways, with the following weighting;

  • Project 50%
  • Examination Practical 50%.

Project 50%;

A project is a individual to a brief with guidelines, that will be given to you on the first session of your course. They are carried out over a period of time. Projects involve: research – requiring individual investigation of a topic related to your course.

Examination Practical 50%;

An examination will assess your ability to recall and apply skills, knowledge and understanding within a set period of time (time constrained) and under examination conditions. This will be a written examination of 2 hours duration.

Grading

Pass 50% – 64%

Merit 65% – 70%

Distinction 80% – 100%

Tutor Support

You will have access to support from your tutor by phone and e-mail. Your tutor will provide you with their contact details at the first session of your course. Your tutor can direct you to further supports available that we provide.

Students receive a comprehensive Course Manual, Assignments, Efficient Studyguide, and unlimited one-to-one Tutor Support for the course duration.

Technical support

Technical support is available by phone to 044 9349400 or by email: hello@forustraining.ie (Monday to Friday : 9am to 5:30pm).

  • Project 50%
  • Examination – Practical 50%

Your Certificate

You will be awarded a certificate 5N1354 Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised

QQI is the awarding body. Forus Training is a provider of education and training programmes and we issue certificates to learners who have reached the standard for a QQI award. The certificate you will receive on successful completion is a formal confirmation by QQI that you have demonstrated the knowledge, skill and competence required to achieve the named award.

This Programme is validated by QQI and is coded 5N1354 Bookkeeping Manual and Computerised . This certificate which will be issued to you by us is an award listed on the NFQ (National Framework of Qualifications). This ensures the certificate is nationally and internationally recognised and has many potential uses; for example, for further / higher education or employment in Ireland or abroad.

Course Fees
The fees for this course are payable in advance of the programme.

How to Apply
To apply for this course simply click the BOOK NOW button on the right to apply online or download an application form here.

Protection for Enrolled Learners
As a course provider our policy on the protection for learners is subject to Section 43 of the Qualifications Act. This means that if, for whatever reason, we cease to provide the programme that is over 3 months in duration which you enrolled for, we have specific and legally binding arrangements in place to finish out that programme for you at no extra cost. All course fees for programmes over 3 months in duration are fully protected and secured. Please click here for further details.

Funding
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Easy Payment Plan

All our learning courses can be paid for over the duration of the course. In this case the course booking fee is €95 payable in advance.

To calculate your weekly payment subtract the booking deposit of €95 from the course fee, then simply divide the remaining course fee by 50 and then this is the number of weekly installments you will have to pay your tutor at the beginning of each session / a phoned in payment / an arranged bank payment / weekly payment on-line. There will be an amount of less than €50 as your final payment.

Example:
Full course fee: €360
Subtract €95 = €265
Divide €265 by 50 = 5.3
Payment week 1 = €50
Payment week 2 = €50
Payment week 3 = €50
Payment week 4 = €50
Payment week 5 = €50
Payment week 6 = €15

Terms and Conditions
Please note that when you opt to pay by Easy Payment Plan over the duration of your course you are entering a legally binding contract for which you will be personally liable. This Easy Payment Plan is not available with any special offers. Forus Training reserves the right to postpone any course. Upon completing this booking form, a non-refundable deposit as per your invoice is required to reserve a place on this course. In order to be refunded your deposit an acknowledged cancellation must be made in writing ten working days before the course start date. No fee refund will be made to customers who do not attend class or do not finish the course. Full fees must be paid prior to the course start date unless otherwise agreed in writing. Once signed, these terms and conditions are binding.

This course leads to a level 5 award on the National Framework of Qualifications. Students who successfully complete this programme may use their credits towards completing a higher level of study in the area of Business.

Students who successfully complete this Major Award can also use the Certificate as the basis for entry into selected courses in Third Level Colleges and Universities.

Click here to download a pdf version of – Progression from QQI Level 5 Certificates and Level 6 Advanced Certificates to Higher Education Courses 2017.

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