Introduction to Sage Instant Accounts

Who is it for? Adult learner 19+, beginner Qualification: Introduction to Sage Instant Accounts Location: Distance Learning Start date: Ongoing Duration: 30 recommended study hours – six months' tutorial support

Enhance your manual bookkeeping knowledge with computerised skills

If you are good with figures and already have a solid understanding or experience in manual bookkeeping, our Introduction to Sage Instant Accounts course will help you adapt your knowledge to computerised systems. This course will specifically give you a practical working knowledge of Sage Instant Accounts, which you can then apply to a new role or to improve your skills in a current bookkeeping role.

Learn how to use the world’s most popular bookkeeping software

Sage is used by thousands of businesses worldwide and if you are looking to master the basics of Sage Instant Accounts V16 or Sage Instant Accounts 2011 this course will help give you a greater understanding of the day-to-day bookkeeping tasks you can achieve using this business software.

By the end of the course you will be able to confidently navigate around Sage Instant Accounts and will be prepared to take the Sage Certificate of Competency online exam.

View a short selection of our Course Content and Sample Materials for the Introduction to Sage Instant Accounts course.

Course Snapshot

• Level 2 qualification - comparable to studying at GCSE or higher diploma level
• Entry requirements: A basic qualification in mathematics or keen interest in Sage Instant Accounts
• Three books containing 18 lessons, 11 exercises and six assignments
• Prepares you to take the Sage Certificate of Competency exam
• Approximately 30 recommended study hours – as this is a distance learning course you are in complete control over how much time you commit to your studies each week
• Flexible payment options
• It is essential that you have either Sage Instant Accounts V16 or Sage Instant Accounts 2011 - please note: Software is not supplied with this course

What's Included?

• Six months' unlimited tutorial support
• Bespoke course materials
• The Sage Certificate of Competency exam is taken online at home
• 24 hour access to the Home Learning College Virtual Learning Community – the UK’s biggest online campus
• Optional NUS card - the definitive student discount card with a range of exclusive discount
• Optional access to student rewards and career management service

There are no formal entry requirements for our Introduction to Sage Instant Accounts course. However, it is recommended that prospective candidates have basic skills in numeracy, information technology and literacy prior to embarking on a course of study for this qualification.

Before you enrol on a Home Learning College Course, please ensure that you have read and understood the pre-requirements below:

• You have a valid UK address (students outside the UK will receive an additional postage charge).
• You are over the age of 18 or have a third party payee for any financial agreement.
• You have a solid grasp of the English language.
• You have access to a computer and the internet throughout your study period.
• You have basic PC skills in order to navigate our Virtual Learning Community.
• You are fully committed to your studies.

Did you know that one of the most common challenges people face in pursuing education is the cost?

That’s why Home Learning College has developed the most flexible payment terms of any other UK distance learning provider.

• Pay in full now and receive 20% off the price

You can split your course fees over one, two or three instalments at no extra charge and still benefit from the 20% discount.

Alternatively you can choose to pay by 12 monthly instalments at 12.9% APR

Speak to one of our course advisers for further details.

Sage Instant Accounts is designed to make managing your company finances - including VAT, end of year accounts and invoicing - as quick and easy as possible so you have all the information you need to manage your business at your fingertips.

Having completed the Introduction to Sage Instant Accounts course, you will be able to take the online Sage Certificate of Competency exam. You may also wish to progress your bookkeeping and accounting knowledge further with Home Learning College training courses in Sage, AAT, ICB, or IAB. Your continued studies will take your bookkeeping skills to the next level, further your career, and allow you to join industry specific professional bodies.

When you’ve finished your course you will be ready to take the Sage Certificate of Competency exam and will have the skills required to work as a Data Entry Clerk or Accounts Administrator earning up to £27,543*.

You can also progress onto more advanced bookkeeping and accounting courses such as IAB Computerised Accounting for Business, ICB Associate and AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting.

View the career progression pathway for Sage courses.

*Source: Payscale.com, January 2012