Why become a centre
IAB accreditation lets you deliver trusted qualifications with the backing of an established professional body and Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation.
Offer Ofqual-regulated IAB qualifications in bookkeeping, payroll and accounting, recognised by employers in the UK and overseas.
Once accredited, you register learners, book examinations and manage classes through IAB Education, our online learning and examination platform.
Approved tutors can access the Centre area of our website, with sample teaching materials for selected courses and a full specification for every qualification.
Approved centres are recognised for meeting high standards in bookkeeping education, confirmed by an IAB accreditation certificate.
Requirements
To be considered for accreditation, centres must submit the following:
Centres are also expected to provide updated policies at each annual renewal.
How it works
If all the required documents are received on time and your application meets our criteria, accreditation follows in four clear steps.
Complete the online application form and upload your centre policy documents.
We check that your documents are complete and that your application meets IAB criteria.
Once your application is approved, pay the accreditation fee. It is renewed each year.
Approved centres receive an accreditation certificate and access to IAB Education to register learners.
Centre directory
Filter by region to find an approved centre near you, then contact the centre directly to ask about courses, dates and fees.
1A The Old Malthouse, Springfield Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 7BG
United Kingdom
07906086299
The Bridge Centre, Birches Head Road, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST2 8DD
United Kingdom
01782 651560
Costa Misiaouli 8, Tseri, 2480
Cyprus
+357 9990 8928
Office 202, 28th of October Avenue, 72a, Engomi, Nicosia, 2414
Cyprus
+357 9968 9498
225 Grays Inn Road, London, WC1X 8RH
United Kingdom
02039079028
Fivou 16, Ayia Fila, Limassol, 3115
Cyprus
+357 9955 2291
studentportal@belfastmet.ac.uk
Titanic Quarter, Queens Road, Queens Island, Belfast, BT3 9DT
Northern Ireland
02890265000
T001, Level 3, Sungei Wang Plaza, Jalan Bukit, 55100
Malaysia
+601 6900 6078
kathryn.wyre@burycollege.ac.uk
University Centre, Market Street, Bury, BL9 0BG
United Kingdom
01612808592
Rua De Pequim, No. 244-246, Edificio Macau Finance Centre, 6 Andar K
Macau
+853 2855 8877
Kritis 1, 2nd Floor, Kapsalos, Limassol, 3087
Cyprus
+357 2538 1586
info@elenamichael-accounting.com
Aristoteli Valaoriti 10, Kolossi, 4632
Cyprus
+357 2593 3021
Centre FAQs
What is Student Membership?
All learners planning to study towards an IAB qualification must register as Student Members. Student Membership is valid for one year and must be renewed in the same month the following year if the learner is still studying for their exam. The current fee is £125 and can be purchased here.
Do your qualifications have entry requirements?
Most of our qualifications have no formal entry requirements. We strongly recommend checking the relevant qualification specification before registering learners, so you can be sure the course suits their current level and experience.
When should a centre register a class?
Learners must be registered with the IAB promptly on enrolment, with at least five working days’ notice before the class starts. Once your centre is accredited, our Awarding Team sets you up on IAB Education and gives you full instructions on registering classes.
When will our learners receive their certificates?
Certificates are issued once a learner has achieved all required units. They are typically issued within three weeks of the online examination.
I am a new tutor at a centre. How do I let the IAB know?
Your Main Centre Contact should email ao@iab.org.uk confirming you are a tutor at the centre, with your full name, the qualifications you will teach and an up-to-date CV. We will then give you access to the Centre area of our website.
Where can I find the Qualification Specifications for IAB courses?
You can find detailed information about IAB qualifications on our website. IAB Qualifications -Boost Your Career With IAB
Each qualification page includes comprehensive specifications, including what you need to deliver and teach the course effectively.
One of our learners has lost their IAB Qualification Certificate. How can we order a replacement?
The replacement process depends on when the qualification was awarded:
• For recent RQF qualifications, a replacement certificate can be issued at a cost of £35 (postage charges may also apply).
• For older QCF qualifications, we are only able to issue a verifiable statement of achievement, also at a cost of £35 (plus any applicable postage).
To request a replacement, please email ao@iab.org.uk with the following details:
1. Class number
2. IAB learner number (if known)
3. Full name
4. Date of birth
5. Qualification title
6. Date of original issue
Please note:
Due to GDPR regulations, we are only permitted to retain student records for a maximum of 7 years plus the current academic year. If the exam is completed before this period, unfortunately, we will be unable to provide a replacement certificate.
How do I book an exam?
To book an exam, you must complete the ‘Assessment Request Form’ provided during your Centre’s accreditation. Once completed, email the form to ao@iab.org.uk, giving sufficient notice ahead of the exam date.
Please note:
Does the IAB offer a study textbook for Computerised Bookkeeping?
The IAB does not provide a study textbook for Computerised Bookkeeping. This qualification is non software-specific, so Centres are encouraged to either:
• Source a skills book that aligns with their chosen software package, or
• Develop their own teaching resources.
Do your Computerised Bookkeeping and Payroll qualifications include resources?
No, the Computerised Bookkeeping and Payroll qualifications require the use of commercially available software, which is not provided by the IAB and not included in the qualification package.
For Computerised Bookkeeping, Centres must use a suitable bookkeeping software package. For Payroll, a commercially available payroll software package is required.
Centres are responsible for purchasing the appropriate software when delivering these qualifications.
What study texts are available for your qualifications?
Study textbooks for our Bookkeeping and Payroll qualifications have been written by IAB examiners and are available for purchase separately for each relevant qualification.
You can browse available titles here: IAB Study Books – IAB | International Association of Bookkeepers.
We also offer a 10% discount on orders of 20 or more books for Centres.
To receive the discount, please email orders@iab.org.uk for a quote before placing your order.
A learner has failed their assessment. How do we arrange a resit?
The resit process depends on the type of assessment.
Open book assessments (qualification units) sat online:
Each learner is entitled to two free attempts. A third attempt can be released upon payment of a
£50 fee. To request an additional attempt, please email ao@iab.org.uk with the following details:
Class number
IAB learner number
Learner’s full name
Qualification title
Closed book exams (under controlled conditions):
Each learner is entitled to one free attempt. Resits must be requested by submitting an
'Assessment Booking Form', clearly marked as a resit. A fee of £50 applies.
Will we be charged for cancelling an exam?
Yes, a cancellation fee of £55 per Learner may apply if an exam is cancelled without a valid reason after exam papers have already been dispatched to the Centre. The IAB reserves the right to charge this fee to cover administrative and processing costs.
Will we be charged for re-arranging an exam?
Yes, the IAB reserves the right to charge a transfer fee of £50 per learner when a learner or Centre requests to re-arrange an exam. This fee helps cover administrative and scheduling costs associated with the change.
What do TQT and GLH mean?
TQT (Total Qualification Time) is an estimate of the total time a learner might reasonably need to achieve a qualification. This includes all learning activities required to reach the necessary standard.
GLH (Guided Learning Hours) is a subset of TQT and refers to the time a learner spends being taught or instructed directly by a tutor or an education provider.
The remaining hours in TQT cover independent study, preparation, and other learning activities carried out by the learner without direct supervision but as directed by their tutor or education provider.
What is the difference between ‘Award’, ‘Certificate’ and ‘Diploma’?
These terms indicate the size and expected learning time of a qualification based on its Total Qualification Time (TQT):
• Award: A small-sized qualification with a TQT of 120 hours or less.
• Certificate: A medium-sized qualification with a TQT between 121 and 369 hours.
• Diploma: A large-sized qualification with a TQT of 370 hours or more.
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