Computerised Accounts (Sage Line 50)

Who is the course for?

Anyone who wishes to learn how to use a PC based accounting package.

What will I study?

This 6 Week Training Course is delivered 3 hrs per week.

Students learn to produce a complete set of accounts with reports using integrated accounts software. The course comprises modules on:

Specific course content includes:
• Clearing data, setting up Sage and the importance of backups
• Set dates/amend company details, VAT rates
• Setting up nominals and the opening trial balance
• Basic customer and supplier entry details
• Processing batch invoices
• Credit notes and amendments
• Petty cash and error correction
• Bank reconciliation

Time permitting, there may also be the opportunity to cover some of the following:
• Prepayments, accruals, contra entries and month/period end
• Returned cheques, writing off bad debts, sales order processing
• Disposal of fixed assets and provision for doubtful debts

Please note that Payroll is not included on this course.

The course is self-paced and, if a student completes, a college certificate is awarded.

How will the course be delivered?

Through classroom based activities alongside a tutor and other delegates at a similar level.

Course Entry Criteria

Knowledge of Spreadsheet applications would be useful. Book Keeping knowledge would also be desirable but is not essential.

The college operates a no refunds policy as detailed below. Cancellations and transfer requests are subject to the following conditions:

• More than 4 weeks notice – no charge
• 4 weeks notice – 30% of the cost
• 2-3 weeks notice – 50% of the cost
• 1-2 weeks notice – 75% of the cost
• Less than 1 weeks notice – 100% of the cost

All cancellations must be made in writing and are subject to a £10 administration charge. The full fee’s policy is available on request.

What will I get at the end of the course?

You will receive a Blackburn College Certificate of attendance upon successful completion of the training.

What can I do next?

AAT Level 2

How much does it cost?

The course is priced at £235.00 per delegate.

(Prices are subject to change)