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Ideal Schools specialise in home study (distance learning) training in Bookkeeping and Accounting subjects including computerised bookkeeping and Payroll Management courses.

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AAT Courses
AAT Qualified Bookkeeper (AATQB)

AAT Accounting Technician
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AAT Courses
The AAT work across the globe with around 130,000 members in more than 90 countries. Members are represented at every level of the finance and accounting world, including students, people already working in accountancy and self-employed business owners.

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ICB Bookkeeping Courses
Self Employment Course Packages

ICB Level 2 Certificate - Affiliate Membership (AfICB)

ICB Level 3 Certificate - Associate Membership (AICB)

ICB Level 4 Certificate - Full Membership (MICB)

ICB Diploma Qualifications (Payroll, SAT & Level 4 Diploma)
Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Courses
The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers
The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) was established to provide a series of professional qualifications which reflect the needs of businesses and the aspirations of people seeking to enter the profession. It exists to represent bookkeepers at all levels to promote the professionalism of bookkeepers to businesses, government and the general public.

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Sage Courses
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Sage Courses
SAGE is acknowledged as such a leading accounting software package, easy to operate and wide in use.

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Distance Learning - Home Study Steps

Studying the way that suits you best

Distance Learning is studying at home or at work, in a way and at a place which suits you best. The benefits of home study have quickly been proved over many years as a uniquely flexible approach to enhancing your career prospects and developing your own personal skill.

Your studies can be combined with existing home or work commitments with minimal disruption to your normal routine.
Your studies begin at the time of year which suits you best.
You progress through the course at whatever pace is right for you.
You are supported in your studies on an individual basis by your personal tutor.
If you would like to see a sample of our courses please ask our advice team to arrange this. This sample will allow you to study a lesson, even contacting a tutor if you wish. Call today on 0800 028 1404 or 0141 248 5200.

Results have proven that Distance Learning is a particularly effective method of gaining skills and qualifications for those people who cannot commit to a prescribed timetable. With almost three decades of experience, IDEAL Schools’ unique materials and methods will help you achieve aims and objectives that may otherwise be out of reach.

1. Course Selection
Via our course pages you can view our extensive ICB course and AAT course ranges. As specialists in offering bookkeeping & accounting training via home study we are confident that we have a course option that is suitable for your requirements. If you would like any advise on what your best options would be, please call our advisors on 0141 248 5200 or 0800 028 1404.

2. You Enrol
Simply follow the straightforward procedures and choose your selected course or module. Your enrolment can be made online or telephone (0800 028 1404 or 0141 248 5200). You have the option of paying the full fee on enrolment or paying a deposit plus monthly payments (Interest FREE!).

3. You Become A Registered Student
Your first study materials should arrive within 48hrs (excluding weekends). Included will be your course folder and/or textbook, a detailed study guide and instruction regarding tutorial support.

4. Your Start Learning New Skills
Using the specially prepared study manuals your progress will surprise you (!) and you will soon be ready to complete your first assignment. Completed assignments are emailed to us as per the detailed study instruction that is provided.

5. Tutorial Support
Your tutor will mark the assignment and where relevant make comments and corrections. Your corrected work will be emailed back to you along with Suggested Answers to help with examination revision. Via email or phone you may contact our tutors as often as you like throughout your studies.

6. Examinations
Prior to your examination you will be asked to complete a ‘mock exam’ (which utilises a genuine ICB past paper) to help you achieve maximum success at the exam. In some instances (especially if time permits) we may suggest you attempt a second ‘mock exam’ to ensure you are ready and confident. Since the introduction of the ICB Online/Computer-Based examinations we now encourage students to also attempt the online practice papers, which are included with the course package.

7. A Successful Career
The main purpose of studying is to obtain recognised qualifications and then to improve your job prospects / financial situation. Once a student of IDEAL you will have access to our private Facebook groups where students, past and present share their study and professional experiences. The information shared will be vital in helpijg you to be as successful as you can be in your new career.

Choose award-winning IDEAL Schools as your learning provider today.