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Practical bookkeeping qualifications that lead to ICB membership and professional status.

If you're looking to gain professional skills that every business needs, studying bookkeeping could be for you. ICB can support you in establishing a rewarding career that could see you employed by a company of any sector and size, or running your own bookkeeping business.

Elizabeth Carter MICB PM.Dip studied with ICB Accredited Training Provider Training Link and the full interview can be viewed here

ICB is ready when you are

You can register as a student and take your first exam today - there are no entry requirements, you don't need a work placement or a bookkeeping course. You just need to register as a student and take the qualifications in order.  

Find a bookkeeping course or choose a bookkeeping textbook

If you do not yet have any bookkeeping knowledge, you can take a bookkeeping course with one of our Accredited Training Providers.

If you have some experience you might prefer to buy a bookkeeping textbook in our Shop and work through it at your own pace. Most of our students train from home by part-time 'distance learning' but you can also study bookkeeping at college.

ICB provides CPD events and support for qualified bookkeepers, but we do not provide bookkeeping training for the core qualifications.

> Find a bookkeeping or payroll course or apprenticeship

> Buy a textbook

> Learn about exemptions if you're experienced or are already fully or part qualified with AAT, ACCA, IAB, ICAEW or similar

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Bookkeeping qualifications that put you in control

ICB qualifications can be completed in any week of the year, so you can become a professional bookkeeper in your own time, around your job, family or other commitments.    

ICB's practical bookkeeping qualifications will equip you for an accounting job or for setting up your own bookkeeping business, so you have the flexibility to move between roles if your circumstances change.

If you want to run your own bookkeeping business you're legally required to be licensed by an AML Supervisor. We can act as your supervisor if you're a member even if you don't have prior experience, you'll just need to apply for a Practice Licence. We've supported thousands of people to take control of their career and set up their own bookkeeping business. Our online resources, webinars, events, legal templates, technical support line and supportive community will help you succeed.

If you're running a bookkeeping business already we can provisionally act as your AML Supervisor whilst you apply for membership. 

> Practice Licence

Bookkeeping qualifications that are respected

ICB qualifications are developed in consultation with employers, government, small business owners and experienced bookkeepers. Renowned as providing the principal and toughest qualifications in bookkeeping, we ensure that our syllabus is rigorously practical and relevant to the work you will be doing as a bookkeeper.

Once you have completed your exams, you will receive prestigious qualification certificates to improve your CV and you'll be eligible to apply for official membership of ICB and gain professional status. As a member you'll stand out from the crowd with professional letters after your name and access to vital support resources, legal advice and other benefits. 

Qualification Structure

> Membership Benefits

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If you are an experienced bookkeeper or have comparable qualifications, you may be able to gain an exemption from ICB examinations.

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Professional status, global recognition, support, exclusive discounts, and the kinship of the world’s biggest bookkeeper community.

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Advice on running your own bookkeeping business and information on ICB's Practice Licence scheme.

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CV advice and job vacancies for ICB members. Find out how ICB can help you prepare for that interview.

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