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Practical vocational qualifications that lead to ICB membership and professional status

All of our exams can be taken online; at home or at your place of work. All exams except the M8 exam are open book exams.  M8 is a closed book exam which will be carried out at home using the latest remote-invigilation and ID-verification technology.

What Can You Do with a Level 2 Qualification?

The ICB Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping is the starting point for an ICB qualification. Upon completion, you’ll be eligible to join as an Associate Member of the ICB, allowing you to use the letters AICB after your name. This qualification equips you to manage everyday bookkeeping tasks for your own or a partner's business, as well as apply for bookkeeping and accounts-related roles.

 

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What Can You Do with a Level 3 Qualification?

Achieving the ICB Level 3 Certificate in Bookkeeping allows you to apply for full membership of the ICB and use the prestigious MICB letters after your name.

This level enables you to:

  • Prepare VAT returns
  • Manage sales and purchase ledgers
  • Post year-end adjustments
  • Produce final accounts for sole traders, partnerships, not-for-profit organisations, and limited companies

Level 3 also opens the door for many to establish their own bookkeeping business.

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What Can You Do with a Level 4 Qualification?

The ICB Level 4 qualification offers a range of advanced courses, allowing you to expand your services as a freelance bookkeeper. These include:

  • Preparing Financial Statements for micro and small businesses
  • Offering Business Insights
  • Managing Corporation Tax for small and micro entities
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ICB Level 3 Diploma in Payroll Management

This hands-on Diploma equips ICB Members with the skills to provide payroll services to clients or employers, adding significant value to their offerings. The course includes full tutor support, personalized feedback on assignments, Ideal Schools mock exams, and official ICB mock exams. Sage 50 Payroll Professional software is also provided as part of your course fees. Our outstanding pass rates demonstrate that our thorough preparation sets students up for success, helping them pass their exams on the first attempt.

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