AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over 10 weeks, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll cover the fundamentals of bookkeeping, including recording financial transactions and understanding basic accounts. AAT is the qualification employers recognise for bookkeeping and accounting roles, and this level 1 aat bookkeeping qualification gives you a solid starting point.
Who this course is for
19 plus
What you will learn
You'll record financial transactions accurately in day books and ledgers.
You'll understand the principles of double-entry bookkeeping.
You'll process sales and purchase transactions.
You'll balance accounts and identify basic errors.
You'll understand the role of bookkeeping within a business.
You'll use source documents such as invoices and receipts correctly.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered face-to-face at New City College Hackney Campus. You'll learn through a mix of tutor-led sessions, worked examples, and practice exercises. Assessment is by a computer-based test set and marked by AAT. You'll need to pass this test to earn your Award.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper: record day-to-day financial transactions for businesses.
Accounts assistant: support a finance team with basic accounts tasks.
Accounts payable clerk: process supplier invoices and payments.
Accounts receivable clerk: manage customer invoices and receipts.
Finance administrator: handle financial paperwork and data entry.
Payroll administrator: entry-level support in payroll processing.
What you could study next
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping: the natural next step, covering double-entry bookkeeping in greater depth and preparing you for bookkeeping roles.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: a broader qualification that covers bookkeeping alongside costing and accounting software, opening more accounting assistant roles.
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: for those aiming toward a senior accounts or assistant accountant role.
