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Q: Hi, could you please tell me how much one year's membership to the ICB is? Do I have to register as a member to the ICB by myself or enrolling to the course is enough and you will continue with my membership on my behalf?
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Joanna
A: Hi Joanna,
The cost of one year's student membership with ICB is £48. If you register for this course it is included within the fees and we'd sort this out for you.
Please get in touch again if you have any further questions.
Kind regards Brian
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Q: Hi, I was not happy with the results of my exam 3 years ago. I passed but disappointed with the score of 87. And during that time, I was just half-interested and was rushing to finish the course thinking I could land a job quickly but up to now I'm stuck in retail job. In addition, the software I have used from the other home learning school has expiration (180days) so it's completely a waste of my time and money. Can ICB would allow me to retake the exam?
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Debbie - Leeds
A: Hi Debbie,
The ICB would allow you to attempt any exam again and any result you receive would replace your original pass.
Are you looking to study the course syllabus again? If ye, and you can provide evidence of your previous pass, I can arrange a 10% discount on the course fees for you due to your prior knowledge.
To arrange your registration I would ask that you call our offices on either 0141 248 5200 or 0800 028 1404.
Kind regards Brian
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Q: What material (workbooks...) is supplied for this course?
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Amelie Sargent - Bucks, UK
A: Hi,
The payroll course is separated into two sections:
Manual Payroll, where our own course authors have structured an eight lesson course of study, ensuring you would have a full background knowledge of the payroll function.
Computerised Payroll, with Sage 50 Payroll, where we have commissioned training materials which not only prepares you fully for the ICB exam, but ensure you have a knowledge of the software to enable you to operate it in a professional capacity.
I hope you find this helpful.
Kind regards Brian
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Q: How many lessons are there in the course?
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Anonymous
A: The payroll course is split into two sections, Manual and Computerised:
Manual Payroll: 8 lessons including all course notes, self progress tests with answers and each lesson has an assignment to be completed and returned to your course tutor for marking.
Computerised Payroll: Using Sage 50 Payroll we will guide you through two lengthy case study styled scenarios, which include the submission of a total of 7 assignments for correction.
Upon completion of the above you are then asked to complete a Past Paper to ensure proper preparation for your final exam.
I hope the above information is helpful.
Kind regards Brian
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Q: Hi
Is this a level 3 course? What level is sufficient to be considered able to work on a self employed basis managing payroll outsourced from other companies?
Thanks
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Steve - Barnsley
A: Yes, this is a Level III ICB qualification which is designed to enable you to offer a payroll service to businesses. The course covers both manual & computerised aspects to ensure you have a full knowledge of the payroll function.
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Q: Does this course take you up to the level 3 required for membership to ICB?
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Josephine Chapman - Sheffield
A: Hi Josephine,
Completion of this qualification on its own would not gain you Full Membership of ICB, but Affiliate Membership.
Students are required to complete the Bookkeepign qualifications to Level II for Associate Membership (AICB) and Level III for Full Membership (MICB).
Kind regards Brian
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Q: I want to ask whether the sage payroll software which you supply and fully licenced on student's name, valid for 180 days only OR how long they are valid for?
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Riaz - Bradford
A: I can confirm that all bookkeeping and payroll software supplied by ideal schools is fully licensed to the student to allow continued use on completion of the study.
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Q: Does the cost of the course include student membership to the ICB?
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Surrey
A: Hi,
If you not already hold an ICB Membership then we'd deal with this for you and the cost would be included within your fees. In circumstances where the student has, or has previously held an ICB Membership, we pay ICB an administration fee to add this course to your ICB choices, and to add you as one of our students.
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Q: please how do you get the ICB MEMBERSHIP AFTER THE COMPLETION OF THE COURSE
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FATIMAH - manchester
A: Once you achieve success in your level III exams the ICB will write to you, offering you the opportunity to upgrade your membership status to Full Member. This is a very simple process and one that the ICB would help you through.
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Q: Good day
I have 25+ years experience in payroll in South Africa but now reside in the UK and would like to learn the terminolgy. I presume the payroll is the same all over the world but need to know the different wordings? I have applied for various positions in the UK but have been unsucessful and would appreciate some advise please ?
Many thanks
Carol Strapp
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Carol Strapp - Ely Cambridge
A: Hi Carol and thank you for your question.
Our payroll course would give a comprehensive overview of the UK payroll system. Covering both manual & computerised elements we'd ensure you had a firm grasp of the relevant terminology as well as having an in-depth knowledge of the Sage Payroll system. The software would be supplied to you as part of your course and we use Sage 50 Payroll, which you can continue to use after your study in completed.
With your prior experience you'd be able to go through your study very quickly indeed. This method of learning allows you spend as much time on your study as your own personal life allows, and we'd work at your pace to ensure you were not delayed in any way.
If you require any further assistance please call our offices on 0141 248 5200.
Kind regards Brian McVean
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Q: Hi, Where are the exams held?
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Carrie - Grimsby
A: The exam for the Payroll Management Diploma is completed from home, as soon as you have completed your assignment work and past paper. This is ordered directly from ICB and you are given two weeks to complete it and return it to them for correction.
The course materials provided for your study is specifically written to fit in with the ICB syllabus and we would be confident in you passing as our exam success percentage is very high indeed.
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Q: Hi
Do you have to return any of the course material or sage software upon completion of the course?
Thanks
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Jenny Kerr - Liverpool
A: Software supplied, with ALL our computerised course options, is done so that the student can continue to use the software once their studies have been completed. The software would be registered to you and there would be no requirement for you to return this.
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Q: After successfully completing this course, will you receive an official certificate.
Also do you provide online tutors for additional help.
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Anonymous
A: This course of study is designed to prepare students for a final examination with the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB), where a diploma is awarded upon successful completion.
The exam is completed from home, at any time of the year, so fits in perfectly with the distance learning / home study more of learning.
We have fully qualified tutors available to help you with any question you may have throughout your study. Students are encouraged to use this facility as often as is required where support is available via telephone or email.
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Q: Hi
How much study time (hrs) or length of support is included with the course?
Thanks
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Julie Watson AICB CB.Cert - King's Lynn
A: It is estimated that between 80 & 100 hours of study is required for this course option. Covering both manual & computerised aspects of payroll, this is a comprehensive course of study, ensuring that you are fully prepared for the final ICB exam.
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Q: Hi
Not working at present so am taking additional courses to enhance my prospects. Do I need any additional requirements to start this course.Plus is there a limit on the sage payroll software(hours on licence etc).
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Lesley Clarke - Preston
A: There is no prior knowledge required to commence this course of study. It assumes you have never dealt with payroll before and covers the basic aspects, before moving forward to more complex issues.
The Sage 50 Payroll software supplied has no limit of time and would be fully licensed to the student.
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Q: Does the course include exam fees?
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Angela - Kent
A: Hi Angela,
The exam fee would be your only additional cost and this would be payable directly to ICB at the time of applying for the exam. At the time of posting this answer the exam fee is £41.50.
Please contact us again if you have any further questions.
Kind regards Brian McVean
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