AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Westminster – City of Westminster College Paddington Green

Cost£225.00
Duration14 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Westminster. Classes run at City of Westminster College Paddington Green, part-time during the day.

The course runs over 14 weeks. You'll study the fundamentals of bookkeeping, including recording financial transactions, understanding basic accounting principles, and working with ledgers. These are the core skills employers look for in entry-level accounts roles. You'll need GCSE English and Maths, or Entry Level 3, to join. An initial assessment and possible interview are part of the application.

You'll finish with an AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping.

Who this course is for

Adults Only

Entry requirements

GCSE English and Maths or Entry Level 3, Successful completion of an English and Maths initial assessment, An interview may be required, we’ll be in touch after you apply to invite you to an interview if needed, Alternative entry via relevant experience may be acceptable ,

What you will learn

  • You'll record financial transactions accurately.
  • You'll understand the principles of double-entry bookkeeping.
  • You'll work with sales and purchase ledgers.
  • You'll process receipts, payments, and petty cash.
  • You'll use basic accounting documents such as invoices and credit notes.
  • You'll understand the role of bookkeeping within a business.

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at City of Westminster College Paddington Green during the day. Learning is supported by your tutor throughout the course. Assessment is through an AAT-set examination at the end of the course.

What you will need to bring

City of Westminster College Paddington Green will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeping assistant, supports day-to-day financial record keeping.
  • Accounts administrator, handles invoices, payments, and basic ledger work.
  • Accounts payable clerk, processes supplier invoices and payments.
  • Finance assistant, entry-level support role in a finance team.
  • Payroll assistant, a step toward payroll work with further study.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping, the natural next step after this Award, covering double-entry bookkeeping in more depth.
  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting, a broader qualification covering accounting and finance fundamentals.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting, for those aiming toward a full accounting technician role, normally taken after Level 2.

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