Becoming a certified bookkeeper can make you more marketable in the job market and help you earn a higher wage. Follow these steps to get affordable bookkeeping training and become a certified bookkeeper.



Step1: Go the AIPB.com, which is the website for the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers.

Step2: Click on 'Certification' on the left side of the page.

Step3: You can order a free, 23-page booklet that explains the AIPB certification process.

Step4: In order to become a certified bookkeeper you will need two years or more of full-time bookkeeping experience, or the part-time or freelance equivalent. You will also need to pass a four part exam.

Step5: AIPB offers, but does not require, workbooks that will help prepare you for the four parts of the test.

Step6: When you're ready, you will need to take the certification exam at a Prometric test center. You will earn a passing grade when you score 70%-75% or higher on each part of the test.

Step7: You will also need to sign a code of ethics in order to become a certified bookkeeper.

Step8: Once you become a certified bookkeeper through AIPB, you will be eligible to put CB after your name.