ICB Computerised Bookkeeping 2026

About this Course

This National Diploma: Financial Accounting is accredited by the ICB and is aimed at individuals who wish to qualify as an Accountant or Tax Practitioner. SAQA ID: 20366

This qualification will equip you with knowledge and practical skills in bookkeeping, financial accounting, income tax, financial management, reporting standards, corporate strategy, management accounting and research. There are 12 subjects which build onto each other as you navigate your way through the levels.

Typical Job Titles

•    SARS Registered Tax Practitioner
•    Senior Bookkeeper
•    Financial Assistant
•    Accounts Manager
•    Financial Controller
•    Junior Accountant    
•    Assistant Finance Manager
•    Payroll Manager

Learning Objectives

By successfully completing this qualification you will develop the following competencies:

  • Have thorough knowledge of accounting theory and practice.
  • Have full understanding of corporate strategy and International Financial Reporting Standards.
  • Know tax theory for individuals and companies and be able to complete and submit SARS returns.
  • Compilation of annual financial statements for registered companies.

Delivery

The course is delivered through the SA Accounting Academy online learning platform. Each module contains, quizzes, practical activities, formative assessments and a final summative assessment that must be completed in order for candidates to be deemed competent. It is divided into modules that are easily digestible. In this way you can maintain a work-life balance whilst studying and improving your professional skills.

Is this for you?

This qualification aims to equip you with knowledge and practical skills in bookkeeping, financial accounting, income tax, financial management, reporting standards, corporate strategy, management accounting and research.

Students who successfully complete this qualification will be able to:

  • Register as a Tax Practitioner with SARS.
  • Start a small practice and confidently draft financial statements for small enterprises, manage budgets, and evaluate financial performance for clients.
  • Work in a company as a Accountant, Senior Bookkeeper, Financial Assistant, Accounts Manager, Financial Controller, Junior Accountant, Assistant Finance Manager, or Payroll Manager

Lecturer

Innocent Shongedza

Innocent has more than 12 years industry experience in various finance and accounting roles. During the past 10 years Innocent has moved into the training space where he facilitated on work-readiness programs for thousands of accounting and finance graduates. He is an assessor and moderator registered with various SETAs where he assesses and moderates accounting and finance qualifications. Innocent also trains QuickBooks Online as well as Sage Pastel.

Prerequisites / Admission Requirements

This qualification is set at Level 6 on the National Qualifications Framework. Entrance requirements include a Senior Certificate or higher, or any combination of competencies obtained equivalent to an NQF Level 5 qualification. Individuals who have a degree in business or commerce or another related field may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) to be granted credits for the modules.

Accreditation

This qualification is accredited by the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers (ICB).

Assessments

All formative and summative assessments are conducted online. Candidates must achieve all mandatory competencies of the qualification. To achieve the qualification, learners must be declared competent in all summative assessments conducted by ICB.

Assessment and Certification

Successful completion (i.e. competence in all modules) of this qualification will lead learners to be awarded the National Diploma: Financial Accounting (NQF Level 6) by the ICB.

Curriculum

To earn the qualification, the candidate must pass all examinations administered by the ICB. SAAA will prepare students to succeed in these examinations. A certificate is awarded for successful completion of each level:

  • Bookkeeper Level: National Certificate Bookkeeping, NQFL3, SAQA ID 58375
  • Senior Bookkeeper Level: FET Certificate Bookkeeping, NQFL4, SAQA ID 58376
  • Accounting Technician Level: National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting, NQFL5, SAQA ID 36213
  • Financial Accountant Level: National Diploma: Financial Accounting, NQFL6, SAQA ID 20366

The Full ICB NQF Level 3 to 6 program (12 Subjects)

Bookkeeper

Senior Bookkeeper

Accounting Technician

Financial Accountant

12 Months

+ 6 Months

+ 6 Months

+ 12 Months

Entry requirements:

Entry requirements:

Entry requirements:

Entry requirements:

Grade 10 (Std 8) or equivalent. You must be at least 16 years old

Successful completion of the previous subjects (1-4)

Successful completion of the previous subjects (1-6).

Successful completion of the previous subjects (1-8).

Subjects:

Subjects:

Subjects:

Subjects:

1. Bookkeeping to Trial Balance (BKTB)

5. Financial Statements (FNST)

7. Income
Tax Returns (ITRT)

9. Corporate Strategy (CRPS)

2. Payroll and Monthly SARS Returns (PMSR)

6. Cost and Management Accounting (CMGT)

8. Business Law and Accounting Control (BLAC)

10. Management Accounting Control Systems (MACS)

3. Computerised
Bookkeeping (CPBK)

    

11. Financial Reporting and Regulatory Frameworks (FRRF)

4. Business Literacy (BUSL)

    

12. Research Theory and Practice (RTAP)

National Certificate: Bookkeeping

Further Education and Training Certificate: Bookkeeping

National Diploma: Technical Financial Accounting

National Diploma: Financial Accounting

NQF L3 (SAQA ID: 58375)

Total credits: 120

NQF L4 (SAQA ID: 58376)

Total cumulative credits: 130

NQF L5 (SAQA ID: 36213)

Total cumulative credits: 251

NQF L6 (SAQA ID: 20366)

Total cumulative credits: 280

Bookkeeper Level:

  • Module 1: Bookkeeping to Trial Balance
  • Module 2: Payroll and Monthly SARS Returns
  • Module 3: Computerised Bookkeeping
  • Module 4: Business Literacy

Senior Bookkeeper Level:

  • Module 5: Financial Statements
  • Module 6: Cost and Management Accounting

Accounting Technician Level:

  • Module 7: Income Tax Returns
  • Module 8: Business Law and Accounting Control

Financial Accountant Level:

  • Module 9: Corporate Strategy
  • Module 10: Management Accounting Control Systems
  • Module 11: Financial Reporting and Regulatory Frameworks
  • Module 12: Research Theory and Practice

For more information on what will be covered in the curriculum please download the prospectus.

About SA Accounting Academy

The SA Accounting Academy is an accredited private SAICA - AT(SA) and ICB qualifications provider. We are committed to providing our students with the highest quality training and support, to ensure that your skills and knowledge are up to date and ready to face the challenges of the modern workplace. Qualifications and courses delivered are designed to ensure that you reach your professional goals and advance your career. With our experienced faculty, staff, and resources, you can be confident that you will receive the highest quality of training.

SAAA is a Level 2 B-BBEE contributor, with 125% procurement recognition. Training spend on certain solutions can be allocated against the Skills Development element of the B-BBEE Scorecard through accredited and nonaccredited training or claimed through SETA grants. In addition, 15% of your Skills Expenditure can be claimed on non-accredited training or courses. In addition, 15% of your Skills Expenditure can now be allocated to non-accredited training or courses.

Course Fees

The course fee is R 39 100.00 and consists of:

  • Study material - Online course material
  • Online Facilitator support
  • Formative and summative assessments
  • ICB admission fees

Important:
For supplementary assessments, an additional charge will apply for each module rewrite, and a maximum of 3 (three) supple- mentary assessments will be allowed.

Payment Methods

Debit / Credit Card or Instant EFT

You can pay directly on our website for an easy, secure, and instant transaction. During promotional periods, customers can take advantage of additional savings. This is the fastest and most efficient option, saving both time and money.

Debit Order

You can choose to pay a deposit and the rest off over a certain number of months via debit order. Your study materials are included within the deposit.

EFT / Bank Deposit

You can make a payment directly into our bank account using your Online Banking App, Online Banking services, or by visiting your local bank branch.

Your Company / Employer

It may be beneficial for your company to invest in training for its staff members. As there are financial and tax advantages for doing so, please speak with your employer or Training / HR manager about the possibility of paying for this training.

Third Party

If you have someone who is willing to pay for your studies, such as a parent or relative, they can either log in and pay on our website or they can pay via any of the payment options above on your behalf.

Payment Options

Option 1: Once off payment (application fee is included in this price)

  • R 39 100.00

Option 2: Pay per subject

  • R 2 000.00 (upfront application fee *)
  • R 3 259.00 (Price per subject **)

Option 3: Monthly Debit Order

  • R 10 500.00 (First Payment on Approval *)
  • R 2 782.00 (Monthly Debit Order for 11 Months (***)

* The application fee includes an annual ICB student fee of three years. If a learner does not complete all the subjects within 3 years (36 months) they will need to pay the annual ICB student fee again.

** The total cost for all the subjects in Option 2: Pay per subject will be R 41 100.00 excluding the application fee.

*** The total cost for option 3: Monthly Debit Order including the First Payment on Approval will be R 41 102.00.

Contact Us

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Phone: 010 593 0466

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