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AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Newham

CostThe course fee is £225. Please note that the course fee does not include following: Cost of registration with AAT which is mandatory for each learner. Paying for the exam and resits (where required).
Duration14 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Newham. Evening classes run at Newham College London East Ham Campus, part-time over 14 weeks. This makes it straightforward to fit study around work or other commitments. The course fee is £225, which does not include AAT registration or exam fees. No prior accounting knowledge is needed, though you will need a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English and Maths, or Level 1 Functional Skills in both subjects. You'll cover the core principles of bookkeeping and gain a solid foundation before moving on to further AAT study.

Who this course is for

This qualification may interest those who are self-employed or working in small businesses who wish to do their own bookkeeping. It may also be of value for those students who are studying the AAT Access Award in Accounting Software in order to develop a deeper understanding of the theory behind the practical skills they are gaining. With this qualification, there’s no need for any prior accounting knowledge. It provides a solid grounding for students before moving on to the Foundation level qualifications.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 9-2, including English language and Matsh or a Level 1 Functional Skills English and Maths qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of double-entry bookkeeping.
  • You'll record financial transactions accurately in books of prime entry.
  • You'll balance ledger accounts and prepare a trial balance.
  • You'll understand the difference between cash and credit transactions.
  • You'll recognise common bookkeeping documents such as invoices and receipts.
  • You'll apply basic accounting concepts used in day-to-day business finance.

How you will learn

You'll attend evening classroom sessions at the East Ham Campus. Learning is tutor-led, with exercises and practice tasks to build your bookkeeping skills. Assessment is by a written AAT examination, which you book and pay for separately. The centre will prepare you for the exam throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Newham College London East Ham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper: maintain financial records for a small business
  • Accounts assistant: support a finance team with day-to-day transactions
  • Self-employed bookkeeper: manage accounts for clients independently
  • Payroll administrator: process employee pay and deductions
  • Finance administrator: handle invoicing, payments, and reconciliations

What you could study next

The natural next step is the AAT Foundation Certificate in Accounting (Level 2), which builds on the bookkeeping principles you've learned here and covers a broader range of accounting tasks. From there, the AAT Advanced Diploma in Accounting (Level 3) opens doors to more senior finance roles. Each level is a recognised AAT qualification in its own right.

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