Sage 50 Computerised Accounting & Bookkeeping – Level 1

Sage 50 Computerised Accounting & Bookkeeping – Level 1

Learn the core skills of computerised accounting and bookkeeping using Sage 50, one of the most widely used accounting systems in the finance industry.

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This course includes:

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    Guided Learning Hours (11)

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    Number of Modules 03

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Course Overview

The Sage 50 Computerised Accounting and Bookkeeping Level 1 course is designed for learners who want to learn accounting from the ground up using industry-standard software. The course provides practical skills in recording transactions, managing accounts, and producing reports, helping learners build a solid foundation for a finance career.

This course is suitable for managers and team leaders, business owners managing their own finances, and beginners considering a career in finance or bookkeeping.

Learners will explore customer and supplier account management, recording sales and purchase invoices, bank reconciliations, and end-of-month reporting. They will also develop practical experience using nominal codes and the double-entry concept within Sage 50, helping them apply their learning to real business scenarios.

The Sage 50 Computerised Accounting and Bookkeeping Level 1 course is also known as the Sage 50 Bookkeeping course, the Sage 50 Accounting and Bookkeeping qualification, and the Level 1 Computerised Accounting course.

After completing the course, learners may progress to the next level of Sage computerised accounting training or apply their skills towards a recognised bookkeeping qualification, depending on their existing qualifications and future goals.

The knowledge and skills gained can support progression towards roles such as finance assistant, junior accountant and senior accountant, depending on experience and additional qualifications.

By completing this course, learners can build genuine confidence working with industry-standard software, strengthen both theoretical and practical accounting knowledge, and gain skills that employers in finance actively seek, helping them take a real first step into a bookkeeping or finance career.

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Course Highlights

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Learn the foundations of accounting using computerised software to make your work more efficient

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Handle customer and supplier accounts the way employers expect in a real finance role

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Practise on real business scenarios, including two full company case studies

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Finish with a recognised certificate accredited by ImperialCert and iAP

Why Choose This Course?

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Learning Outcomes

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Understand the foundations of accounting and how to apply them using computerised software

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Set up nominal codes, chart of accounts and manage the double entry concept in Sage 50

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Record sales invoices, purchase invoices, credit notes and bank transactions accurately

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Carry out bank reconciliations and produce end-of-month reports

Who Is This Course For?

  • •Managers and team leaders who want to learn accounting functions using computerised software
  • •Anyone interested in learning the basics of accounting and how it works in real life
  • •Business owners who want to manage their own company finances with confidence
  • •Beginners who are considering a career in finance or bookkeeping

Entry Requirements

The course is suitable for learners aged 18 and above.

A basic understanding of English, Maths and ICT is recommended.

No prior accounting experience is required to begin this course.

Familiarity with the Sage 50 software will be helpful.

We understand that every learner has a different educational and professional background. If you do not see your qualification listed or are unsure whether you meet the entry requirements, our team is happy to help. We also welcome applicants without formal qualifications, particularly where relevant work experience or other learning can demonstrate suitability for the course.

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Skills Gained

This course is designed to take you from the basics of accounting through to practical, hands-on experience with Sage 50, so you finish with skills you can use straight away.

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Set up and manage nominal codes, chart of accounts and customer and supplier records in Sage 50

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Record sales invoices, purchase invoices and credit notes accurately using the double entry concept

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Process bank and petty cash transactions, and carry out bank reconciliations with confidence

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Generate customer, supplier and end of month reports to support financial decision making

Course Curriculum

3 Modules

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57 Lectures

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11 Guided Learning Hours

Module 1 : Introduction to Sage 50 Accounts
Module 2 : John Carter DIY Products
Module 3 : Johnson’s Daily Repairs

ImperialCert & IAP

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ImperialCert is the programme quality assurance division of Imperial Learning Ltd, responsible for reviewing and endorsing education and training programmes against applicable quality standards. It evaluates areas such as programme structure, learning materials, assessment methods, delivery approaches and provider systems, providing learners and stakeholders with confidence that programmes have been independently reviewed and designed to support a high-quality learning experience. 

International Awards for Professionals (iAP) is an independent UK-based education and training quality assurance organisation that provides accreditation and course endorsement services to education and training providers worldwide. It reviews programme quality, including course content, learning outcomes, assessment methods and delivery standards, helping providers demonstrate their commitment to effective learning and high-quality education. 

ImperialCert & IAP

Course Advantages

Learners benefit from additional support services that make study more manageable and rewarding.

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Learn at your own pace with lifetime course access

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Study through professionally narrated e-learning modules

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Gain both theoretical knowledge and practical, hands-on experience

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Practise using a trial version of Sage software before working with real accounts

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Method of Assessment

The final exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs).

A mock exam is provided for practice before the final assessment.

All exams are automatically marked.

Results are available instantly upon completion.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the Sage 50 Computerised Accounting & Bookkeeping – Level 1 certification accredited by International Awards for Professionals (iAP).

Meet the Tutor

Giada Baldi

Giada Baldi

Giada Baldi is a CIMA-qualified accounting tutor based in the United Kingdom, known for her organised, creative and proactive approach to teaching. With strong expertise in finance and accounting, she uses her professional knowledge and teaching experience to support learners in developing their understanding and skills. She also provides tailored CIMA lessons designed around the specific learning needs of each student. 

Giada holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Economics from the University of Florence and has strong knowledge of accounting software.

Career Progression

Once you complete the Sage 50 Computerised Accounting & Bookkeeping – Level 1 course, you can explore a wide range of job roles in the finance and accounting sector. 


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Senior Accountant

A$40,000 Approx./pa

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Junior Accountant

A$29,000 Approx./pa

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Finance Assistant

A$27,000 Approx./pa

Academic Progression

Successful completion can provide a pathway to further study and career development in accounting and finance.

Progress to the next level of Sage computerised accounting training

Apply your skills toward a recognised bookkeeping qualification

Build toward a full accounting or finance qualification over time

Our Student Reviews

  • Lucie

    Lucie Young

    May 12, 2026

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    Great introduction to Sage 50. Practical case studies made learning easy.

    4.7

  • Klark

    Klark Burn

    May 27, 2026

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    Clear, well-paced modules built confidence handling customer and supplier accounts.

    4.7

  • Rowan

    Rowan Mason

    Apr 20, 2026

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    No accounting background, but everything was explained simply and practically.

    4.6

  • Ben

    Ben Machado

    Aug 18, 2026

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    Excellent value course providing useful, employer-relevant bookkeeping skills.

    4.5

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