AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Sutton – Sutton College

Cost£441.00
Duration60 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Sutton. Classes run at Sutton College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 60 hours and covers basic bookkeeping practices through to recording and interpreting more complex financial transactions. No prior accounting or bookkeeping knowledge is needed. You'll start with the fundamentals and build a solid grounding in how financial records work. The fee includes all assessment, exam fees, and study materials. AAT level 1 aat bookkeeping classes are a practical starting point for anyone managing accounts for a small business, working in a finance role, or supporting someone else with their books.

Who this course is for

If you are self-employed, working in a small business or just wanting to support someone in their booking keeping, this is the course for you. This qualification covers a range of topics from basic bookkeeping practices to the recording and interpretation of complex financial transactions. There is no need for any prior accounting or bookkeeping knowledge. It provides a solid grounding for learners before moving on to the Level 2 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 process sales and purchase ledger entries.
  • You'll reconcile accounts and identify discrepancies.
  • You'll understand basic VAT principles and how they apply to transactions.
  • You'll interpret straightforward financial data and reports.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at Sutton College, with tutor-led sessions guiding you through each topic. Assessment is by a computer-based exam set and marked by AAT. All assessment and exam fees are included in the course fee.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sutton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper. Maintain financial records for a business.
  • Accounts assistant. Support a finance team with day-to-day transactions.
  • Finance administrator. Handle invoicing, payments, and reconciliations.
  • Payroll assistant. Process employee pay and deductions.
  • Self-employed bookkeeper. Manage accounts for small business clients.

What you could study next

  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping. The natural next step after this course, covering more complex financial processes.
  • AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. Broadens your skills into management accounting and costing, opening more roles in finance.
  • AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. Moves you toward a professional accounting qualification recognised by employers across the sector.

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