Free AAT Bookkeeping Course in Nottingham. Classes run at DBC Training Nottingham, combining time at the centre with online study. The course is fully funded for learners who meet the eligibility criteria. You'll cover the fundamentals of bookkeeping, including income and expenditure, profit and loss, and assets and liabilities. You'll also get an introduction to bookkeeping software. The course runs full-time during the day and takes around 50 hours to complete. It's a solid starting point if you're looking to move into accounting or bookkeeping work.
Who this course is for
Our Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping is a foundational qualification designed to introduce learners to the role of a bookkeeper and provide them with essential knowledge and skills to perform basic bookkeeping activities. This course covers fundamental concepts related to income and expenditure, profit and loss, assets and liabilities, and introduces students to bookkeeping software.
Entry requirements
19+
Unemployed and not in full-time education
A British/EU citizen or have lived in the UK for 3 years or more
What you will learn
You'll understand the role of a bookkeeper and what the job involves.
You'll learn the difference between income and expenditure.
You'll explore profit and loss and what these figures mean for a business.
You'll identify assets and liabilities on a basic level.
You'll get hands-on with bookkeeping software used in the workplace.
This is a blended course. You'll spend time at the centre in tutor-led sessions and complete some learning online. Assessment is through a combination of written tasks and practical exercises that test your understanding of bookkeeping principles. Your tutor will guide you through both the online and in-centre elements.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. DBC Training Nottingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeping assistant. Support a finance team with day-to-day records.
Accounts administrator. Handle invoices, payments, and basic accounts.
Finance clerk. Process financial data for a business or organisation.
Payroll assistant. Help manage employee pay records and calculations.
Office administrator with finance duties. General admin with a bookkeeping element.
What you could study next
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping. The natural next step after this level 1 AAT bookkeeping qualification. Covers double-entry bookkeeping and more complex transactions.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. A broader accounting qualification that builds on bookkeeping skills and opens more roles in finance.
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. For those aiming toward a career as an accounts technician or assistant accountant.
