Self-test "Accounting Clerk (Certified)": Is this course the right one for me?
Test here whether a job as an accounting clerk with an edupool certificate is right for you and whether a part-time continuing education course is the right path for you.
Your advantages: In the self-test, you will receive further information that is tailored to the respective answer options "Yes", "Partly", "No". The result at the end of the self-test also provides you with an overview of suitable providers. You will also benefit from helpful tips on finding the right school.
Accounting clerk: What does your day-to-day work look like?
Accounting clerks take care of administration and routine accounting tasks. Their tasks are
- Managing accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger accounting
- Checking, account assignment and posting of receipts
- Checking and filing all documents
- Process payment transactions and reconcile accounts
- Reminders and VAT settlements
- Administrative work and correspondence
- Assistance in preparing budgets, monthly and quarterly financial statements, balance sheets and income statements
Question 1:
Do the activities described meet your expectations? Would you like to work as an accounting clerk?
Great! Then you've come to the right place with this course. We wish you lots of fun and success.
If you don't like all the activities, think about which ones interest you the most.
Then take a look at job advertisements. Perhaps you will find some that only require the activities that interest you the most. If so, you are on the right track with this further training.
Or take a look at the descriptions of similar professions. You may find a degree here that more closely matches your interests, for example:
- Fiduciary clerk (certified)
- Finance and tax clerk (certified)
- Bank clerk (certified)
- Social insurance clerk (certified)
- Real Estate Valuation Clerk (Certified)
- Real Estate Accounting Clerk (Certified)
If you don't like the activities, take a look at the numerous other further training opportunities. You will find a large selection on Ausbildung-Weiterbildung.ch.
Are you still looking for your vocation? OurGuide "Finding your own calling"can support you in this.
Target group and skills: Who is the accounting clerk training course suitable for? What qualities and skills are required?
The edupool accounting clerk training course is aimed at the following target groups:
- Professionals who want to enter, change or re-enter the accounting field
- Persons with tasks in the area of accounting
- Self-employed people who want to acquire sound, specialist knowledge
- Persons who wish to take the professional examination for the federal certificate in finance and accounting and do not yet meet the admission requirements
Important personal skills for this profession are
- Enjoy working with numbers
- Accuracy and reliability
- Confidentiality and loyalty
Question 2:
Do you belong to one of the target groups for this training course and do you have the necessary personal qualities?
Great! Continue with the test...
- If you don't have the necessary personal qualities and skills, you won't be happy in this clerical role. Look out for further training opportunities that offer a technical specialization that better suits your skills.
- If you are unsure whether you are well suited to such a role, it is best to discuss this with your line manager or career advisor. You can find suitable providers of career advice and career coaching here:
Requirements for admission to the edupool accounting clerk training course:
The following prerequisites are required for admission to the edupool certificate examination for accounting clerks:
- Previous commercial knowledge
- Basic knowledge of accounting
- At least two years of general professional experience (basic vocational training is taken into account)
- Good written and spoken German (level C1)
Recommended:
- Diploma from the edupool commercial school, basic commercial vocational training or an equivalent qualification
Question 3:
Do you meet the requirements for admission?
Great!
- If you are not sure whether your accounting skills are sufficient, then take theSelf-test.
- If you have no basic commercial knowledge at all, you will first need basic commercial training or a basic accounting course.
- If you do not have the necessary professional experience, use professional job boards to search for suitable jobs.Hereyou will find helpful information.
- If you do not have a federal certificate of proficiency (EFZ) or equivalent basic vocational training, you still have the opportunity to catch up now. You can find out more about catch-up training for adults in ourGuide "The Swiss education system at a glance".
- If you are not sure whether your German language skills are sufficient for the edupool clerk further training course, then take aPlacement test.
- If your language skills are not sufficient, you will findheresuitable training courses. You can contact the appropriate schools directly via the inquiry form free of charge and without obligation and receive detailed information on the respective course and can ask your questions.
- If you are not sure whether your accounting skills are sufficient, then take theSelf-test.
- If you have no basic commercial knowledge at all, you will first need basic commercial training or a basic accounting course.
- If you do not have the necessary professional experience, use professional job boards to search for suitable jobs.Hereyou will find helpful information.
- If you do not have a federal certificate of proficiency (EFZ) or equivalent basic vocational training, you still have the opportunity to catch up now. You can find out more about catch-up training for adults in ourGuide "The Swiss education system at a glance".
- If you are not sure whether your German language skills are sufficient for the edupool clerk further training course, then take aPlacement test.
- If your language skills are not sufficient, you will findheresuitable training courses. You can contact the appropriate schools directly via the inquiry form free of charge and without obligation and receive detailed information on the respective course and can ask your questions.
Subject matter and content of the training
Schools that offer preparatory courses for the (external) edupool certificate examination for accounting clerks are based on the official information provided by edupool.
The following topics are covered in the course:
- Financial accountingAmong other things, tasks, sub-areas and organizations of accounting, double-entry bookkeeping system, accounting principles and regulations according to the Swiss Code of Obligations, depreciation, provisions, stock accounts, foreign currencies, balance sheet and income statement, stock corporation
- Value added taxincluding tax subjects and objects, tax rates, personal use and contribution taxation, tax claims, authorities, procedures and penalties
- Social insurancesContributions, statements, pay slips, wage statements, etc.
- Financial managementCash flow statement, financial planning, balance sheet and profit and loss analysis, balance sheet structure, profitability, cash flow analysis, cost center accounting, income statements, calculations, etc.
Some schools also offer electives or specialization options. Please contact the schools directly for details.
Question 4:
Are you interested in this content, would you like to acquire knowledge in these subject areas?
Great! You can look forward to exciting and instructive hours in which you will broaden your knowledge horizon and skills - aspects that are in demand on the job market and increase your career and salary opportunities.
If you are only partially interested in the content of the accounting clerk training course, take a look at other training and further education courses in related areas. You may find a course that suits you better.
Obviously, the typical subject areas of the accounting clerk edupool training are not your cup of tea. Take a look at other training courses instead. OnEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a wide range of options.
Costs and financing of further training
The costs are determined by the schools, so there may be differences. In general, the following costs must be expected for the 2-3 semester part-time accounting clerk course with edupool certificate:
- Course fees:Between CHF 4'280.- and CHF 6'300.-
Note:Membersof the commercial association can benefit from a discount of up to 10%. - Fee edupool certificate exam(external examination): The examination fee is charged by edupool and currently amounts to CHF 700 (as of February 2024)
- Some providers requireExtra costsfor
- Enrollment
- Teaching aids
- Training documents
- Internal examinations and examination training
- Simulation test
It is best to contact the provider of your choice directly regarding the possible extra costs.
* Since 1.1.2018, preparatory courses for federal professional examinations have been financially supported by the federal government. Depending on this, the edupool accounting clerk course is accepted as a preparatory course for the professional examination for specialists in finance and accounting. If, after completing the edupool certificate, you acquire the federal certificate in accounting within seven years and have not yet received any federal funding for your further training as an accounting clerk, 50% of the course costs paid (max. CHF 9,500) will be reimbursed by the federal government on request.Herefind out more.
Question 5:
Are you able to pay for the course?
Great! Here's another tip: If you are able to pay the full amount in advance, ask the school of your choice whether they offer a special discount for full payment in advance.
Information on financial support options from the employer, federal government, canton, foundations or through loans from the Education Promotion FoundationEducaSwissyou will receive in ourGuide "How to finance your further training properly".
- Most schools allow you to pay the course costs in installments. Most schools charge a small surcharge for payment in installments.
- Ask your employer whether they will contribute to the costs.
- Perhaps there is someone in your private circle who will support your further education project with a loan. A bank or credit institution may also support you with an educational loan. You will be able to repay some of the borrowed funds immediately after the professional examination with the federal contribution.
- Information on financial support options from the employer, federal government, canton, foundations or through loans from the Education Promotion FoundationEducaSwissyou will receive in ourGuide "How to finance your further training properly".
- Information on financial support for temporary workers from "temptraining", the further training fund of the temporary employment sector, can be found athere.
- Most schools allow you to pay the course costs in installments. Most schools charge a small surcharge for payment in installments.
- Ask your employer whether they will contribute to the costs.
- Perhaps there is someone in your private circle who will support your further education project with a loan. A bank or credit institution may also support you with an educational loan. You will be able to repay some of the borrowed funds immediately after the professional examination with the federal contribution.
- Information on financial support options from the employer, federal government, canton, foundations or through loans from the Education Promotion FoundationEducaSwissyou will receive in ourGuide "How to finance your further training properly".
- Information on financial support for temporary workers from "temptraining", the further training fund of the temporary employment sector, can be found athere.
Duration of study, training options, number of teaching hours, teaching format and learning effort
- The edupool accounting clerk training course is modular in structure and designed for part-time work. It lasts 2-3 semesters (depending on the provider and course offered).
- The training comprises approx. 250 lessons.
- The timetables are set independently by the schools. Lessons therefore take place on one working day or two evenings per week, depending on the school.
- The course can be completed in classroom teaching, in an online format or in a mixture of online and classroom teaching. Please contact the school of your choice directly to find out which teaching formats are offered.
- Thanks to the extra-occupational concept of the course, you can apply and deepen the learning material in practice straight away. Nevertheless, you should allow sufficient time for preparation and follow-up of the lessons and for self-study - how much depends on your prior knowledge, working style and learning speed. We recommend that you allow at least 4-6 hours per week as a precaution.
Question 6:
Can you find the time for lessons and self-study?
Great!
Tip for self-study: Set yourself realistic daily or weekly targets and think about a small reward when you have achieved them. A good study strategy not only motivates you, but also protects you from chaotic, stressful study days and nights shortly before the exam.
If you don't have that much time, get in touch with the providers and clarify whether you can possibly complete the course over more than three semesters.
If you still don't have enough time, check whether you can create space for yourself elsewhere. Perhaps someone close to you can take on certain tasks for you for the duration of your training?
Degree, diploma and title
Those who have successfully completed all modules of the "Accounting Clerk" course (they are completed individually) receive a certificate issued by the school.
The (external) examination for the edupool certificate takes place in so-called competence centers, i.e. examination centers of edupool.ch. The examination is carried out here and corrected by edupool. (If the school of your choice is one of the edupool-accredited schools, the edupool examination usually takes place there on site).
The edupool exam is held if at least 12 candidates meet the admission requirements. It can also be taken in German, French or Italian.
The written exam lasts a total of 4.5 hours and includes the following content:
- Financial accounting (90 min.)
- Value added tax (45 min.)
- Social insurance (45 min.)
- Financial management (90 min.)
Diploma and title
Successful graduates receive the edupool diploma, which is recognized in Switzerland and co-signed by the Swiss Commercial Association and veb.ch.
You are authorized to use the following title: "Accounting clerk edupool.ch"
Question 7:
Do you have the confidence to pass the accounting clerk training course?
Great!
Here are some general success factors on the way to a new training qualification:
- Regular attendance of lessons
- Actively contribute your questions, don't leave anything half-understood in the room!
- Interest in the topic and active participation in class
- Detailed preparation and follow-up of the lesson material at home
- Committed cooperation in group work, processing of case studies, etc.
- Participation in learning groups for regular exchange
- Intensive exam preparation: practise exam situations and gain exam experience, e.g. in simulation exams.
If you are unsure, we recommend that you attend an information event on this course.
Arrange a personal consultation appointment with the school of your choice oredupool. Explain your interest and your concerns and see how your counterpart reacts to which points and what they recommend.
Ask the school management about support options. Also consider whether you would like other support, for example from learning therapists or coaches, autogenic or mental training.
Here are some general success factors on the way to a new training qualification:
- Regular attendance of lessons
- Actively contribute your questions, don't leave anything half-understood in the room!
- Interest in the topic and active participation in class
- Detailed preparation and follow-up of the lesson material at home
- Committed cooperation in group work, processing of case studies, etc.
- Participation in learning groups for regular exchange
- Intensive exam preparation: practise exam situations and gain exam experience, e.g. in simulation exams.
If you are not at all confident of passing the final examination but would like to complete the training, it is best to arrange a personal consultation appointment with a school oredupool. Explain your interest and your concerns and see how your counterpart reacts to which points and what they recommend.
Ask the school of your choice whether there are any support options for you.
Also consider whether you would like other support, for example from learning therapists or coaches, autogenic or mental training. You can find suitable offers here:
No, the edupool certificate for Accounting Clerk does not suit you. What a pity? - Maybe not, because there are so many other options for further training. One or the other will certainly suit you much better.
Check which other further training courses are suitable for you. OnEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a large selection of offers.
The accounting clerk training course is probably not the right training course for you.
Are you surprised or disappointed? Perhaps take the test again and see where your ideas or possibilities deviate from the ideal job. Perhaps this will point you in the direction of more suitable further training.
Then see which other further training courses interest you. ToEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a large selection of offers.
That's a half-hearted result: the accounting clerk apprenticeship doesn't seem ideal for you. Or is it perhaps the form of training that doesn't appeal to you or isn't a good organizational fit?
See which other further training courses are suitable for you. OnEducation-Further-Education.chyou will find a large selection of offers.
The accounting clerk training course is not ideal for you - or is it?
If you are unsure, it is best to attend the providers' information events. There you can find out more about further training and discuss your personal options and questions directly with the specialist representatives present.
Directly to the schools:
This training seems to suit you.
As a next step, we recommend that you attend an information event at suitable schools and obtain details of the exact costs and dates.
Directly to the schools:
This course seems to be made for you!
The best thing to do now is to attend information events at the schools you are interested in and find out everything you need to know about the specific content, costs and dates.
Directly to the schools:
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