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Professional Bookkeeping Exam Prep Program

Training program to prepare for professional bookkeeping certification exams. Covers accounting fundamentals, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, financial statements, and QuickBooks. Includes video lectures, audio narration, module quizzes, practice exams, and a certificate of completion.

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Course Overview
Study Content: 2–3 days
Exam & Quiz Practice: 5 hr 45 min–8 hr 35 min
Estimated Completion: 2–3 days
Certificate: Issued Upon Successful Completion
Format: Video-based instruction + Final Exam
What You'll Learn
  • Master the fundamentals of double-entry bookkeeping.
  • Prepare and analyze key financial statements: the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.
  • Efficiently manage accounts payable and receivable.
  • Understand the complete payroll process, including taxes and reporting.
  • Gain proficiency in using popular accounting software to automate bookkeeping tasks.
  • Learn to identify and correct common bookkeeping errors.
  • Understand the ethical responsibilities of a bookkeeping professional.
  • Prepare for and pass the professional bookkeeping certification exam.
What You'll Receive
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Instant Access to Course
  • Mobile-Friendly Training
  • Employer-Verifiable Credential
  • Self-Paced · Lifetime Access
Best For
  • Beginners entering the field
  • Individuals needing certification quickly
  • Professionals refreshing skills
Who This Course Is For

This course provides a thorough foundation in bookkeeping principles and practices. You will learn to manage financial records, process transactions, and prepare key financial statements for small to medium-sized businesses. The curriculum covers everything from basic accounting concepts to advanced topics like payroll and the use of modern accounting software. Through hands-on lessons and comprehensive exams, you will gain the practical skills and confidence needed to excel in a bookkeeping career.

Estimated Salary Range
Professional Bookkeeper
$40,000–$65,000/year

*Salary estimates are approximate and vary depending on client base, experience, and location — independent bookkeepers with multiple clients can earn more. Source: BLS, Glassdoor, and industry data.

Investing $249 in this training can help you qualify for roles in this salary range.

Exam Preparation Clarification

This course prepares students for professional bookkeeping certification. Students should verify certification requirements through organizations such as AIPB (American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers) or NACPB (National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers).

What Credential Will I Earn?

This program prepares you to sit for the Certified Bookkeeper (CB) Exam administered by the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers / NACPB (AIPB / NACPB). Completing this course earns you a Certificate of Completion for the training program. The professional credential is awarded separately by the credentialing body after you pass their official exam.

Learn more at AIPB / NACPB
Requirements

Complete 90% of the video lectures

Pass the certification exam with 80% or higher

No prior experience required

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