Quickbooks Software Training
Individuals and businesses alike may wish to use QuickBooks software to manage their finances. There are numerous options for individuals who wish to learn how to use QuickBooks whether they are starting from scratch or learning about the benefits of QuickBooks upgrades.
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Online Training
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Online venues such as Lynda.com offers students QuickBooks training via video tutorials. These videos are narrated by a facilitator who captures screen shots that individuals can follow. Lynda.com is a membership site that offers a basic membership or a premium membership. In 2010, the cost of the annual membership is $375 and includes exercise files which the students can use to follow the instructor or practice what they have learned.
Video Training
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YouTube offers a wealth of QuickBooks software tutorial resources and they won’t cost you a penny. Simply visit the YouTube site and type in QuickBooks tutorial into the search field. Follow along as QuickBook experts show you the ins and outs of the software.
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Seminars
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Intuit, the makers of QuickBooks offers a two-day, instructor-led seminar for students who wish to learn QuickBooks software in a classroom setting. Topics include tips and tricks on learning the software, setting up your company’s books and customizing QuickBooks to an individual business. As of July, 2010, the cost of a two-day seminar is just under $400.
Classroom Training
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Dedicated training centers such as New Horizons offers one-day QuickBooks training in a traditional classroom setting. New Horizons facilities are conveniently located in most metropolitan areas. The one-day training session will teach students how to get started with QuickBooks, build lists, manage inventory, record sales, create invoices and manage bank accounts.
CDs
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Students can conveniently learn how to use QuickBooks in the comforts of their own home by purchasing CDs from organizations such as Video Professor. These CDs can be viewed at the student’s own pace so they can learn how to effectively use QuickBooks software.
QuickBooks Setup Training
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Intuit offers individuals the option of purchasing a one hour telephone or desktop consultation to learn how to get started with QuickBooks or a three hour telephone or desktop consultation to Setup QuickBooks and learn how to use it. As of July, 2010, the fee for this service is $99 for a one hour consultation and $249 for the three hour option. After paying the fee, the individual will be contacted by a Certified QuickBooks Expert who will conduct the training.
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