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CBKT-01 Computerized Bookkeeping Training using Simply Accounting
Cost $339 + GST | Tue & Thu, Aug. 5 - Aug. 28/08 | 7 classes (no class Aug. 7)
Participants who complete this course will have had the opportunity to gain a basic understanding of the day-to-day bookkeeping requirements for a business, an understanding of the principles of accounting, and a working knowledge of the Simply Accounting by Sage 2008 software (Receivables, Payables and Inventory & Services).
Who Should Take this Course
New business owners, new bookkeepers, or anyone who would like to learn and understand the Simply Accounting by Sage software in-depth.
Course Outline
- Basic accounting terminology
- Debits and Credits
- Chart of Accounts and Account Classification
- Computerized bookkeeping using the Simply Accounting by Sage 2008 software
- Basic settings and tax codes for Payables and Receivables
- GST/HST and PST/RST/QST, general rules and application for Sales and Purchases
- Inventory increases and decreases
- Sales orders, sales invoices and customer statements
- Customers payments and deposits
- Purchase orders, purchases and bills
- Purchase and bill payment cheques and purchase pre-payments
- Credit card statements, expenses and charges
- Transaction adjustments and reversals
- Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable reporting
- Balance Sheet and Income Statement reporting and analysis
- Basic use of Microsoft Office Excel®
- Sound business advice and shared experiences
- A multitude of Simply Accounting by Sage tips and tricks!
Dates & Times
Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Aug. 5 and ending Aug. 28, 2008. Note: There will be no class on Aug. 7.
Each instructor led session is 1.5 hours long (1.5 x 7 classes = 10.5 hours total). Session times are:
- 11:00 am to 12:30 am PDT
- 12:00 am to 1:30 pm MDT
- 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm CDT
- 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm EDT
- 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm ADT
- 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm NDT
How the Course Works
The participant joins the instructional session 5 minutes before the course start time. From their computer, they click on a link provided by the instructor. The connection link allows the participant to view the instructor’s computer screen. Next the participant dials the toll free phone number provided to connect to a conference call with the instructor. Participants will be part of a class of students from all over Canada.
Each session is 1.5 hours long, consisting of a welcome, a review, accounting applications, Simply Accounting software processing, and topic surveys. Each session ends with a question and answer period and homework assignment. Each session is recorded and will be provided to the particpants for viewing after each session.
The instructor will be available outside of class time to answer questions relating to the homework – it is important to Prism that each participant succeeds.
There is no mandatory exam upon completion. The course does provide the participant with the knowledge to complete Prism’s Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable clerk exams, which are available online. The results of the exam can be printed and attached to a resume. A participation certificate will be issued upon completion of the course.
Prerequisites
- A basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows® is required
- A prior understanding of debits and credits would be an asset, but is not mandatory
- No previous experience using the Simply Accounting by Sage software is required
System Requirements
- Computer with high speed Internet
- Computer system requirements for installing Simply Accounting 2008 by Sage, Student Edition
- Windows Media Player
What Participants Receive
- Session content (PDF format) and instructions
- Simply Accounting by Sage 2008 Student Edition download (available for 14 months)
Assignments
An assignment will be issued after each class session. Assignment completion is left to the discretion of the participant. Assignments submitted to the instructor will be reviewed and feedback will be provided. The length of time to complete the assignments will range from 1 to 3 hours each, depending on the participant.
Registration Information
Cost is $339 plus GST. Registration can be completed online (click on the Register link at the top of this page), by phone, or by faxing your registration information (click here to download a registration form for faxing). Upon receiving your registration, the instructor will contact you within 24 hours to confirm your registration and to ask you a few questions. If you have not been contacted, please call us at 888-807-7787 and let us know.
Cancellations
You may cancel your registration up to 10 business days before the course start date. If you need to cancel within 10 business days of the course start date, a substitute can take your place. If you do not cancel and do not attend, you are still responsible for payment. A $30 non-refundable cancellation fee applies to refunds.
Meet the Instructor
Sue du Puy has many years of experience developing and instructing courses and providing training to businesses and colleges across Canada. Sue likes to create a relaxed atmosphere in her sessions and encourages open communication with participants. She understands that adults do not all learn in the same way and she adapts her presentation style to ensure that everyone understands the information presented.
We offer Live Information sessions that will give you an opportunity to talk with Sue and experience how the training sessions work, including linking your computer to the instructor’s computer and calling the toll free number to talk with Sue. To register for a session, click here