AAT Bookkeeping Award Level 1

Kickstart your accounting career.  This AAT Course can really get your career adding up – with a qualification that employers know and love. If you’re new to accounting, this entry-level course is the perfect place to start. You’ll gain a solid grounding in single-entry bookkeeping and build confidence in handling financial transactions. By the end of the course, you’ll understand the role of a bookkeeper and be able to process customer and supplier transactions, receipts, and payments.

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  • Location
    Sutton Coldfield College
  • Length of course
    6 and 12 weeks
  • Start date
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Course overview

This Level 1 Award introduces you to the essentials of bookkeeping:

What this course covers

Introduction to Bookkeeping, Financial Transactions, Customer and Supplier Transactions, Receipts and Payments

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements. As part of the enrolment process, you’ll complete an initial assessment to ensure the course is right for you.

Progression Opportunities

After completing this course, you can progress to the AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting. You may also be able to move into entry-level roles within office or finance environments.

Delivery And Assessment

You’ll be assessed through a computer-based exam at the end of the course. Our tutors will support you with practice and preparation throughout.

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Course start dates

September 1, 2026
Course Code: S1ABKAPSQ-1
Location: Sutton Coldfield College
September 28, 2026
Course Code: A1ABKAPSQ-1
Location: Sutton Coldfield College