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What is the ICB?

The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB) is a professional body for bookkeepers and accountants that has been around for more than 80 years and is recognised internationally. The ICB’s goal is to promote bookkeeping qualifications, and for that reason they conduct professional assessments for students who wish to pursue a career in bookkeeping and accounting. They are affiliated with the International Association of Bookkeepers and the Institute of Financial Accountants in the United Kingdom, which means that ICB membership would also give you the option to register at one of these sister bodies if you were thinking about furthering your career overseas.

Why should I study an ICB course?

The ICB has been accredited by Fasset as a Quality Assurance Partner (QAP), and all its courses are registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). By obtaining any of the ICB qualifications, students are therefore entitled to become ICB members – a very distinguished achievement. If you’re serious about a career in bookkeeping and accounting, a recognised and respected ICB qualification will give you the edge to reach your potential.

What courses does ICB offer?

The ICB’s courses fall into three main programme categories. They are:

1.The Accounting Certification Programmes

The Accounting Certification Programmes consist of 12 learning areas. By moving through bookkeeping and accounting levels that build on each other, students successfully progress from Certified Junior Bookkeepers to Certified Financial Accountants. The courses within this category are:

Certified Junior Bookkeeper: National Certificate, NQF 3;
Certified Senior Bookkeeper: FET Certificate, NQF 3 + 4;
Certified Technical Financial Accountant: National Diploma, NQF 3+4+5; and
Certified Financial Accountant: National Diploma, NQF 3+4+5+6.

2. The Office Administration Certification Programmes

The Office Administration Certification Programmes also consist of 12 learning areas, and by moving through successive levels, students progress from Certified Office Administrators to Certified Office Managers. The courses in this category are:

Certified Junior Office Administrator: Certificate, NQF 5;
Certified Senior Office Administrator: Higher Certificate, NQF 5; and
Certified Office Manager: Diploma, NQF 6.

3. The Business Financial Management Certification Programmes

The Business Financial Management Certification Programmes consist of three learning areas that build towards the following:
Certified Small Business Financial Manager: National Certificate, NQF 4.

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