This course aims to assess the learner’s competence and understanding in carrying out a range of day-to-day accounting and advanced bookkeeping routines and activities using a manual bookkeeping system. The activities will include routine bookkeeping and accounting tasks, including the production of complex financial statements for a sole trader or partnership from both complete and incomplete records. It also aims to assess their understanding of the importance of maintaining accuracy, security and integrity in performing bookkeeping and accounting tasks using a manual accounting system. After the completion of this course students may progress to IAB Level 3 Award in Computerised Bookkeeping or Level 4 Qualifications in Accounting related subjects.