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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$32

$95

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This course includes:

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    Lifetime Access*

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    Guided Learning Hours (11)

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    Number of Modules 03

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Guided learning hours

Guided learning hours are the recommended time for completing this course, including study materials, assessments, and tutor-supported learning.

Course Overview

The Sage 50 Computerised Accounting & Bookkeeping – Level 1 course is an excellent starting point for anyone wanting to learn accounting from the ground up. It is accredited by ImperialCert and iAP, two recognised accrediting bodies that give learners confidence in the quality of their qualification.

This Sage 50 Bookkeeping course focuses on core computerised accounting skills, including handling customer and supplier accounts, recording transactions, carrying out bank reconciliations and producing management reports, all practised directly within Sage 50. It is designed for managers and team leaders, business owners managing their own finances, and beginners considering a career in finance or bookkeeping. Completing the course gives you a solid, practical foundation to build a finance career or manage business accounts with confidence.

Beyond building immediate practical skills, this Accounting and Bookkeeping course also supports a wider path of academic and professional progression. Learners who complete the course are well placed to progress to the next level of Sage computerised accounting training, apply their skills toward a recognised bookkeeping qualification, or build steadily towards a full accounting or finance qualification over time.

Studying this Level 1 Sage 50 Computerised Accounting & Bookkeeping qualification offers learners far more than a certificate. It builds genuine confidence working with industry-standard software, strengthens both theoretical understanding and hands-on practical ability, and equips learners with skills that employers in the finance sector actively look for. With lifetime of access and a trial version of Sage software included, the course also gives learners the time and tools needed to practise thoroughly before applying their skills in a real finance role.

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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

What Sets This Course Apart?

Here's why this course stands out — flexible learning, dedicated support, and valuable extras included with your studies.

  • 100% Online & Flexible Learning

    Complete your course online with the freedom to study around your work and personal commitments.

    Extended Course Access Until Course Withdrawal Notice

    Access your course resources for longer until an official withdrawal notice is announced.

    FREE Work Placement Arrangement Support

    Get support finding suitable work placement opportunities to gain practical experience alongside your learning.

    FREE Standard Student Membership

    Enjoy free student membership with access to helpful resources, benefits and learner support services.

    Choose Up to 5 FREE CPD Courses

    Develop your skills further by selecting up to five free CPD courses of your choice.

    Pause and Resume Your Studies for Up to 180 Days

    Pause your learning for up to 180 days and continue when the time is right.

    Access to an AI Study Assistant

    Use our AI Study Assistant to support your learning and provide guidance when required.

    FREE Student ID

    Receive a free student ID to confirm your learner status and access valuable student benefits throughout your studies.

    FREE Access to All Webinars, Including Premium Webinars

    Access all webinars free of charge, including premium sessions designed to support your development.

  • FREE Career Coaching & Career Development Support

    Build your career confidence with free coaching, guidance and professional development support.

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Get certified with industry-recognised accreditations and awarding bodies

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Instant and sharable e-certificate

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Dedicated Mentor Support

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Expert – designed course content

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

Course Resources

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Three structured modules covering the full basics of computerised accounting

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Practical, task-based learning using real business scenarios

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Includes a mock exam and a final exam to test your understanding

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Trial version of Sage software provided so you can practise what you learn

Entry Requirements

Learners must be over 18 years of age

A basic understanding of the English language, Maths and ICT will be beneficial

No prior accounting experience is required to begin this course

Learners should be prepared to complete practical exercises using the Sage 50 trial software provided with 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

ImperialCert & IAP

Accredited by

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. 

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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

  • At the end of the course, learners will take an online multiple-choice assessment. The test is marked automatically, so you will receive your grade instantly and know whether you have passed the assessment.

Assessment Format

Includes a mock exam to help you prepare

A final online multiple-choice assessment marked automatically at the end of the course

Instant results, so you know straight away whether you have passed

Passing the final assessment is required to receive your ImperialCert & iAP accredited certificate.

Certification

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

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

$50,800 Approx./pa

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Junior Accountant

$36,830 Approx./pa

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Finance Assistant

$34,290 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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    A great introduction to Sage 50. The practical case studies made everything easy to follow.

  • Klark

    Klark Burn

    May 27, 2026

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    Clear, well-paced modules that gave me real confidence handling customer and supplier accounts.

  • Rowan

    Rowan Mason

    Apr 20, 2026

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    I had no accounting background, but this course explained everything simply and practically.

  • Ben

    Ben Machado

    Aug 18, 2026

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    Excellent value course that gave me genuinely useful, employer-relevant bookkeeping skills.

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