AAT Award in Bookkeeping - Level 1
Overview
If you have no prior accounting knowledge, this entry-level bookkeeping qualification will give you an understanding of manual, single-entry bookkeeping basics.
This Level 1 qualification introduces the role of a bookkeeper and the underpinning knowledge to identify and carry out simple bookkeeping activities, such as income and expenditure, profit and loss, and assets and liabilities. It also offers an introduction into the role, and the benefits and risks associated with bookkeeping software.
This course will give you a solid grounding for students before moving on to the Level 2 qualifications.
An AAT qualification offers you a professional status that reflects the skills you’ve worked so hard to gain.
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Start dates and fees
Start Dates
- Thursday 19 September 2024 - 9.30am - 4.30pm
- Thursday 27 February 2025 - 9.30am - 4.30pm.
Cost
£450
This does not include the price of your AAT membership which has to be paid directly to AAT - this currently costs £45.
| Start Date | Code | Annual Fee | Actions |
| 31/07/2025 | 2937A901 | £450.00** E | Apply |
E You may be eligible for fee exemption depending on your circumstances. Please see our fees for adult learners page for more information.
What will I study?
Bookkeeping fundamentals
- Understand the role of the bookkeeper
- Understand financial transactions
- Process customer and supplier transactions
- Process receipts and payments
- Understand the benefits and risks of using accounting software to complete bookkeeping tasks.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however, you will need basic working maths knowledge and be able to communicate in a classroom environment.
This course is for learners aged 19+ only. If you are aged 16-18 and wishing to pursue a career in accounting, please consider the Accounting and Business - Level 2 course or an apprenticeship.
How long is the course?
6 weeks - one day a week.
How will I be assessed?
An external exam on week six of the course.
All classes are mandatory and failing to attend a class will prevent you from being entered into the exam.
What does the course lead to?
AAT qualifications are recognised by employers as practical and technical qualifications that prepare students for the world of work and for working specifically in accountancy and finance roles.
Career opportunities