QuickBooks Desktop Certification
Get certified in QuickBooks Desktop with help from real instructors
- Made for beginners—no experience needed
- Step-by-step lessons for QuickBooks Desktop
- Learn at your own pace, on your schedule, or in a live class
- End-to-end guidance to help you get your QuickBooks Desktop Certificate

Proven training program
Thousands of students have successfully earned their QuickBooks Desktop Certificate through our proven training program.
Built with Intuit
Our Desktop certification training is built on decades of partnership and expertise recognized by the makers of QuickBooks.
Over a million helped
Since 1998, QuickBooks Training has helped over a million people take control of their finances with confidence.
Your Step-by-Step Path to QuickBooks Desktop Certification
Learn
13 hours
Get started in minutes—learn from our live and self-paced Desktop QuickBooks Certification Course.
Practice
6 hours
Get hands-on experience with interactive exercises and realistic practice tests.
Pass
1 hour
Complete your QuickBooks Desktop Certification exam online in just an hour. Free retakes included.
What you'll learn in the QuickBooks Desktop certification class
Our QuickBooks Desktop Certification plan includes:
Live, instructor-led classes taught by certified QuickBooks experts who actually use QuickBooks every day
Live and self-paced Desktop QuickBooks Certification classes so you can learn your way
Choose your QuickBooks Desktop Certification Plan
Learner Plan
1 userIncludes 30 days FREE Live 1-on-1 Help!
Then, $50/month for Live 1-on-1 Help. Cancel anytime.
All other benefits and classes are yours for LIFE!
- Live 2-day QuickBooks classes
- 100+ Self-paced and live classes
- Live 1-on-1 Help w/your books. No call center, no appointment—just click to talk to an expert
Certification Plan
1 userIncludes 30 days FREE Live 1-on-1 Help!
Then, $50/month for Live 1-on-1 Help. Cancel anytime.
All other benefits and classes are yours for LIFE!
- Live 2-day QuickBooks certification classes
- 100+ Self-paced and live classes
- Live 1-on-1 Help w/your books. No call center, no appointment—just click to talk to an expert
- Training for all 3 QuickBooks certifications — includes 3 free exams ($390 value)
Team Plan
2-5 usersIncludes 30 days FREE Live 1-on-1 Help!
Then, $90/month for Live 1-on-1 Help. Cancel anytime.
All other benefits and classes are yours for LIFE!
- Live 2-day QuickBooks certification classes
- 100+ Self-paced and live classes
- Live 1-on-1 Help w/your books. No call center, no appointment—just click to talk to an expert
- Training for all 3 QuickBooks certifications — includes 3 free exams per user ($1950 value)
You get more than QuickBooks Desktop Certification
QuickBooks Classes
- 100+ on-demand QuickBooks classes
- 50+ engaging 1-hour LIVE classes
- Lifetime access and unlimited retakes for all classes
More Certifications
- Classes and prep for Bookkeeping Professional and QuickBooks Online
- Prove to yourself—and the world—that you know QuickBooks
- Free certification exams ($390 value)
Live 1-on-1 help
- Work with a real QuickBooks specialist (better than tech support)
- No appointments—click a button and go
- You'll get step-by-step answers to your QuickBooks questions
How we compare to other training
| Our QuickBooks Desktop training | vs | DIY (YouTube, Reddit, etc) | vs | Other Training Providers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Includes FREE Desktop Certification exams | 3 exams for each user | Never | Rarely | ||
| Desktop Certification co-created with Intuit QuickBooks | |||||
| Live & self-paced QuickBooks Desktop classes beyond certification | |||||
| Hands-on exercises for real-world QuickBooks Desktop experience | |||||
| Interactive practice tests to prepare for the QuickBooks Desktop Certification exam | |||||
| Live 1-on-1 instructor support via Zoom |
Real People. Real Results. Real Certification.
Very fast, easy, and knowledgeable instructor.

Cristine Steller
Bookkeeper at Dry Diggings Distillery
I have been a member for nearly three years. This service has been invaluable to me in my role as the Director of Finance for our small consulting firm, and has played a significant role in my success in this position.

Ken Seal
Director of Finance at Global Fire Protection Group
I am learning accounting and QuickBooks. When I ask questions, I am always treated with respect and the answer is always given with ease and patience. Thank you!!

Donna Marconcini
Senior Accountant at The Helix School
Every instructor I have talked to has been amazing. I was thrown into this job with the books being a mess and they have helped me out so much.

Brigitte Beairsto
Finance Manager at Momentum IT Group
Frequently asked questions
QuickBooks Desktop certification focuses on the installed software version with advanced features like job costing, advanced inventory, and multi-user capabilities. QuickBooks Online certification covers the cloud-based version. Many professionals get certified in both to maximize their career opportunities.
No! You don't need to own QuickBooks Desktop to take our courses or the certification exam. Our training includes access to practice files and the exam is taken online through Certiport.
Yes! All plans include 30 days of FREE Live 1-on-1 Help where you can connect with a real QuickBooks expert via Zoom. No appointments needed—just click a button and get help with your questions.
The exam covers company setup, chart of accounts, customer invoicing, vendor bills, banking and reconciliation, inventory tracking, payroll basics, and financial reporting. Our course prepares you for all these topics.
Yes! Our Certification Plan includes 3 free exam vouchers per user. If you don't pass the first time, you can retake it at no additional cost. We also provide additional coaching to help you succeed.
Yes! We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not satisfied with our training, just contact us within 30 days for a full refund.
You can cancel your subscription at any time from your account settings or by contacting our support team. There are no long-term contracts or cancellation fees.