Course Overview
Learning basic bookkeeping skills can help greatly with your confidence in working with finances in any regard.
Getting to grips with commonly used QuickBooks bookkeeping software is a great place to start! Once you have mastered the basics, you will be able to undertake further qualifications and branch out to a number of specialisms, including accounting, auditing and more.
NEC’s QuickBooks Basic Skills course is a great option for those looking for a change in career. No prior experience is required to start studying and this could be your first step along a diverse and rewarding career path with many options for further study and a high earning potential.
This online course is designed to be flexible and can be studied your way, whenever you have the time. Furthermore, pursuing a career in bookkeeping can open up possibilities for flexible working – whether you prefer to work independently from home or within a bustling office setting, you will have the chance to take control and work however suits you best.
This particular course can be studied either on its own or alongside another bookkeeping qualification, such as our accredited ICB Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping.
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Distance learning that fits around you
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Self-study
QuickBooks basic skills at a glance
Here is what’s included in this self-study course
Interactive elearning topics with videos, exercises and review quizzes at the end of each topic.
There are no essential set texts, as all of the information you need to succeed in the course is included in the course materials.
Review quizzes at the end of each topic to help you track your progress
24/7 access to learn@nec our virtual learning environment, the gateway to your course and the NEC community. All the resources you need to study are here and you have the flexibility to access them wherever you want, whenever you want
NEC’s guide to study skills: How to Succeed as an Independent Learner
This is a beginner’s course so no prior knowledge of QuickBooks is required.
- Internet access
- Good computer literacy
- Access to QuickBooks software, the 1-month free trial offered by QuickBooks would be sufficient
- Complete at your own pace – enrol anytime.
- You will have access to your course materials for up to 6 months
*This is an estimate. Everyone is different and learns at a different pace. Your study time will not only include reading the online course materials and doing the online activities, but also completing assignments and preparing yourself for the assessment.
Interactive elearning topics with videos, exercises and review quizzes at the end of each topic.
This is a beginner’s course so no prior knowledge of QuickBooks is required.
- Internet access
- Good computer literacy
- Access to QuickBooks software, the 1-month free trial offered by QuickBooks would be sufficient
NEC’s guide to study skills: How to Succeed as an Independent Learner
Review quizzes at the end of each topic to help you track your progress
24/7 access to learn@nec our virtual learning environment, the gateway to your course and the NEC community. All the resources you need to study are here and you have the flexibility to access them wherever you want, whenever you want
There are no essential set texts, as all of the information you need to succeed in the course is included in the course materials.
- Complete at your own pace – enrol anytime.
- You will have access to your course materials for up to 6 months
*This is an estimate. Everyone is different and learns at a different pace. Your study time will not only include reading the online course materials and doing the online activities, but also completing assignments and preparing yourself for the assessment.
Interactive elearning topics with videos, exercises and review quizzes at the end of each topic.
There are no essential set texts, as all of the information you need to succeed in the course is included in the course materials.
Review quizzes at the end of each topic to help you track your progress
24/7 access to learn@nec our virtual learning environment, the gateway to your course and the NEC community. All the resources you need to study are here and you have the flexibility to access them wherever you want, whenever you want
NEC’s guide to study skills: How to Succeed as an Independent Learner
This is a beginner’s course so no prior knowledge of QuickBooks is required.
- Internet access
- Good computer literacy
- Access to QuickBooks software, the 1-month free trial offered by QuickBooks would be sufficient
- Complete at your own pace – enrol anytime.
- You will have access to your course materials for up to 6 months
*This is an estimate. Everyone is different and learns at a different pace. Your study time will not only include reading the online course materials and doing the online activities, but also completing assignments and preparing yourself for the assessment.
What you’ll learn …
Please note:
Your course fee does NOT cover access to QuickBooks software. QuickBooks does offer a 1-month free trial which will be sufficient for the course.
Topic 1:
Getting Started and the Dashboard
Topic 2:
Money In
Topic 3:
Money Out
Topic 4:
Banking
Topic 5:
The Chart of Accounts
Topic 6:
VAT
Topic 7:
Reports
Summary
Why study QuickBooks Basic skills (self-study)?
If you are looking to develop your understanding of QuickBooks bookkeeping software, whether this is to further your career or to help within your small business, our QuickBooks Basic Skills online course is the perfect choice, especially if you are new to the software!
Working flexibly, at a pace that suits you, you’ll study fully interactive online resources written by experts and track your progress throughout the course with review quizzes at the end of each topic.
Future opportunities
Your next steps
- looking to get ahead and further your bookkeeping career
- run your own business and want to manage your accounts more effectively
- feel comfortable with the basics of QuickBooks software.
Flexible payments and financial help
- As an education charity dedicated to helping independent learners achieve life-changing qualifications we want to keep fees affordable. All of our course fees are clear and transparent to help you plan for any additional costs.
- NEC’s fees offer some of the best value on the market, with multi-buy options, special offers, personal discounts and affordable finance options.
- Used responsibly, finance is a great way to spread the cost of your course. We’ve teamed up with Omni, one of the UK’s leading finance specialists.
- Depending on your own circumstances, there are a number of possibilities for getting help to fund your course.
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Frequently asked questions
Your common questions and concerns answered. Read more FAQs.
NEC offers flexible, online courses that you can study anytime, anywhere. When you enrol, you’ll receive a welcome email with login details for learn@nec, our virtual learning platform.
Our expertly designed courses include engaging materials, interactive learning activities, and selected online resources — all created by experienced teachers, examiners, and learning designers.
Our courses are designed to let you study at your own pace — all within a clearly defined enrolment period to help keep you on track. Many courses let you study your way, with flexible assignment deadlines to suit your schedule.
Yes. You can enrol any time and begin studying when it suits you.
If you’re planning to apply to university, and doing this course as part of your preparation, please be aware of application deadlines.
Yes — NEC is ideal for international students.
Our team is happy to help you explore your options.
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