Intuit QuickBooks Certified User Online Certification

Overview

The Intuit QuickBooks Certified User Online certification is a prestigious credential designed to validate proficiency in QuickBooks accounting software. This certification demonstrates your ability to manage and utilize QuickBooks effectively, covering a comprehensive range of skills essential for financial management and reporting. The certification underscores your capability in various domains, including QuickBooks setup, maintenance, transactions, and reporting.

Key Concepts Covered

The QuickBooks Certified User Online exam evaluates proficiency across several core areas:

• Setup and Maintenance: Establishing and configuring QuickBooks for efficient use.
• Sales and Money-In: Managing income, sales transactions, and customer payments.
• Purchases and Money-Out: Handling expenses, vendor transactions, and payments.
• Basic Accounting: Understanding fundamental accounting principles and their application in QuickBooks.
• Reports: Generating and interpreting various financial reports.
• Customization and Time Management: Tailoring QuickBooks features to improve efficiency and productivity.

For a detailed breakdown of the exam objectives, please refer to the exam objectives.

How to Schedule and Purchase an Exam

1. Create a Pearson VUE Account: To begin, set up an account on the Pearson VUE website.
2. Schedule and Purchase: Once your account is active, you can schedule and purchase your exam. Appointments can be made up to one day in advance or on the day you wish to test, depending on availability.

Retail Price: $149

Testing Options

• In-Person: Exams can be taken at designated Pearson VUE testing centers.
• Online: Alternatively, opt for online testing through OnVUE, where a remote proctor monitors your exam via webcam. Learn more about OnVUE.

Results and Certification

Upon completing the exam, results are typically available within 24 hours in your Pearson VUE account. After passing, you will receive an email from Credly with instructions on accessing your digital badge. This badge can be displayed on social media profiles, resumes, portfolios, and other platforms to highlight your achievement.

Exam Retake Policy

• First Retake: If you do not pass on your first attempt, you must wait 24 hours before retaking the exam.
• Second Retake: A five-day (120-hour) waiting period applies if you do not pass the second attempt.
• Subsequent Retakes: For additional attempts, a five-day waiting period is required each time.

There is no annual limit on the number of attempts for the same exam. However, all vouchers must be used before their expiration dates, and retake vouchers should be redeemed within 30 days of the initial failed attempt.

Note: All test results that violate the retake policy will result in the denial of the credential, irrespective of the score.

For further details or to request accommodations, please contact Certiport Customer Services.

Exam Vouchers

Corporate clients can streamline the certification process using exam vouchers, which allow centralized management and electronic distribution of prepaid exam certificates, reducing administrative overhead.