Basic Bookkeeping class (in person or Online)
Core Bookkeeping principles and practices
This program can be delivered through multiple formats to ensure inclusivity and adaptability:
In-person classes are held at designated work center locations or our own CPA offices in Naperville and Woodridge.
Locations: 1717 N. Naper Blvd, Ste 200, Naperville, IL 60563( IBC building) or
7501 Lemont Rd, Suite 205-7, Woodridge, IL 60517 (Chase building)
Live online training via Zoom for interactive, instructor-led learning from home
On-demand, pre-recorded modules for self-paced learning, ideal for individuals balancing other responsibilities
Rapid deployment: The program can be implemented and made available to unemployment recipients and those seeking to reenter the workforce in a short timeframe
Duration: 5 weeks (120 hours)
Time : 9 am to 5 pm CST
Days: Monday to Wednesday, 24 hrs per week for 5 weeks (120 hours )
Program Overview:
Designed for Entry-Level: Specifically tailored for individuals with no prior accounting or bookkeeping experience or knowledge.
Rapid Skill Acquisition: Focuses on quickly equipping unemployed individuals with fundamental, job-ready bookkeeping skills.
Path to Employment: Aims to make participants employable in entry-level administrative, clerical, or financial support roles within a short timeframe.
No Software Dependency: Curriculum is software-agnostic, teaching universal bookkeeping principles applicable to any system (manual or digital).
What Students Will Learn (Key Skills Gained) by Module:
Module 1: Core Bookkeeping Terminology: Understand and use essential business financial terms (e.g., assets, liabilities, revenue, expenses, profit, loss).
Module 2: The Accounting Equation: Grasp the foundational concept (Assets=Liabilities+Owner′sEquity) and how it balances.
Module 3: Transaction Analysis: Identify and correctly classify various business transactions from bank and credit card statements.
Module 4: Double-Entry Bookkeeping: Master the fundamental rules of debits and credits for accurate record-keeping.
Module 5: Record Maintenance: Learn to use and understand basic financial records like journals and ledgers.
Module 6: Bookkeeping Cycle: Understand and apply the step-by-step process of recording and summarizing financial transactions.
Module 7: Bank Reconciliation: Perform simple bank reconciliations to ensure cash accuracy.
Module 8: Financial Reporting Basics: Understand the purpose and components of the Income Statement (Profit & Loss) and Balance Sheet.
Module 9: Payroll Fundamentals: Grasp basic payroll concepts (gross pay, net pay, common deductions). Manual and digital calculations
Module 10: Ethical Practices & Controls: Learn the importance of accuracy, integrity, and basic internal controls in bookkeeping.
Program Advantages:
In-Demand Skill Set: Bookkeeping and related financial support roles are consistently needed across various industries, from consulting firms, manufacturing, and retail shops
Hands-on, Practical Training: Emphasizes real-world application through exercises and case studies, not just theory.
Clear, Accessible Instruction: Concepts are explained in simple, easy-to-understand language.
Direct Path to Certification: Students earn a "Certificate of Completion: Basic Bookkeeping for Career Launch" from Juliana N. Kennedy, CPA, LLC, signifying their readiness for entry-level roles..
Compliance & Outcomes:
Commitment to Performance: Dedicated to tracking and reporting key outcomes, including:
High Program Completion Rates
Strong Credential Attainment (Certificate Issuance)
High Employment Rates for Graduates
Competitive Average Earnings for Graduates
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