Course description
Access Award in Bookkeeping (AAT) Level 1
To enable the learner to gain knowledge of how to perform key bookkeeping activities such as processing customer and supplier transactions.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Who Is This Course For?
This course is suitable if you:
- Want a solid introduction to bookkeeping or a refresher
- Are working in finance and want an industry-recognised qualification
- May like to run bookkeeping services for local businesses
- Run your own business and want to do your own bookkeeping
- Want a qualification from AAT, the industry-recognised provider which is valued by employers
Do I Need Any Prior Knowledge, Skills Or Qualifications?
You will need to be able to use a computer unaided and have at least English and maths qualifications at Level 1. You will also need to have a working knowledge of our systems (email, Moodle, eTrackr), which you will learn on the short introductory course Become A Digital Learner.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Will I Gain Any Qualifications?
Yes, AAT Access Award in Bookkeeping Level 1. There is one computer-based exam which takes place at Brasshouse in the Library of Birmingham (Broad Street, Birmingham), usually in the last session.
Training Course Content
- Understand the role of the bookkeeper
- Understand financial transactions
- Process customer and supplier transactions
- Process receipts and payments
Course delivery details
This is a 45-hour online course. Courses are usually 3-5 hours per week plus you will be expected to do homework.
Continuing Studies
What Could This Course Lead To?
The skills developed will give a solid base from which to seek employment with greater confidence or progress to the next level of learning. The skills developed could lead to employment in junior or supporting administrative roles such as cashier or clerical assistant. Or it may support you progressing to other qualifications in the AAT suite.
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