BOOK CE01 - Bookkeeping Fundamentals Level 1

(formally ACCT 003)

Designed for individuals seeking a foundational understanding of bookkeeping principles and practices, this introductory course is ideal for those with little to no bookkeeping experience.

Participants will gain the skills and knowledge required to manage financial transactions, maintain accurate records, and prepare basic financial statements through a structured approach. Divided into three comprehensive parts, each focuses on key aspects of bookkeeping.

Don't worry if you're starting from scratch - your bookkeeping journey begins here!

Who should enroll

This course is ideal for: 

  • Aspiring bookkeepers and accounting professionals
  • Small business owners and entrepreneurs 
  • Non-profit organization leaders
  • Anyone interested in pursuing a career in bookkeeping or accounting

 

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand basic accounting terminology
  • Distinguish between adjusting entries and closing entries
  • Understand basic bookkeeping principles
  • Discuss the four financial statements
  • Describe an accounting equation
  • Distinguish between debits and credits
  • Differentiate between account types
  • Work with T-Accounts
  • Evaluate a transaction
  • Journalize a transaction
  • Explain the concept of posting journal entries
  • Post a transaction
  • Identify the purpose of a trial balance
  • Use a subsidiary ledger
Duration and format

Duration                      15 hours 

Format                         Face-to-face, synchronous

Prerequisite(s)

There are no prerequisite for Bookkeeping Fundamentals Level 1.

FAQs and additional information

Note: For this course, accounting software is not used.

Textbook is included in cost and received on the first day of the course. 

Withdrawals and refunds
NON-CREDIT COURSE REFUND POLICY


Withdrawal 7 days prior to course start time:                 Full Refund
Withdrawal after 7 days:                                                  No Refund

Please refer to the Tuition Refund policy.

This policy applies to all students taking credit courses at Yukon University and all noncredit students taking courses through the Continuing Studies division with Yukon University.

 

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