L1 AAT Award in Bookkeeping

AAT Award , Level 1
Course Length 12 weeks
Study Type Part time
Course Cost £450 (Adult) Financial support 19+
Start Date 26/02/2025
Course Code 78682-01
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Course overview

AAT provide training for a range of accounting and finance roles, respected by employers worldwide.

Study our Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping qualification teach you how to do the simple manual bookkeeping. The process of recording financial transactions. The course is ‘part-time classroom taught’ every Wednesday morning AND afternoon and will run during the second semester (Jan-April 25).

  • Entry Requirements

    There is no need for any prior accounting or bookkeeping knowledge. It provides a solid grounding for students wishing to move on to the Level 2 AAT* qualifications.

    *To progress onto Level 2 AAT, you will need a level 2 equivalent in English.

  • Benefits/Skills
    Study our Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping qualification teach you how to do the simple manual bookkeeping. The process of recording financial transactions.
  • Who is this course for?

    This is a course suitable for any adult wishing to build their confidence, upskill and to teach you the process of recording financial transactions.

    The course may be fully funded. Please contact us to find out about the cost of the course.

  • Units/Modules
    • 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.

    To achieve this qualification, students must successfully achieve one mandatory computer based externally marked assessment.

  • Careers/Progression

    This course is designed to support individuals who would like to progress into jobs in the following areas:

    • Cashier
    • Clerical Assistant
    • Trainee Bookkeeping Assistant

    You will obtain core accounting knowledge and skills to prepare you for employment and further study*.

    *To progress onto further study, you will need a level 2 equivalent in English.

  • Assessment Types
    To achieve this qualification, students must successfully achieve one mandatory computer based externally marked assessment.

Learning Support

  • Specialist SEND support
  • Relax in the Oasis Room
  • Safe spaces
  • Bespoke support

Wellbeing

  • Pastoral tutors to celebrate your successes and give you help when you need it
  • Financial support: we work hard to help eligible students benefit from our education
  • Mental Health Champions offer help and support
  • Careers advice for today and for the future

Our Qualities

  • Small enough that the staff really know you
  • Expert teachers
  • Ofsted graded ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ features
  • Courses designed with employers

Student Life

  • Get involved with clubs and activities throughout the day
  • Opportunities for social action
  • Champion our green agenda by becoming a Sustainability Champion
  • Become part of the Student Union

Courses

  • Timetables which enable work alongside study
  • Work experience opportunities
  • Teachers with industry-experience
  • Study supported by trips

Facilities

  • Teaching spaces that replicate work environments
  • State-of-the-art equipment to enhance learning
  • Industry-standard workshops
  • Social spaces for independent study or catching up with friends

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