AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Eastbourne

Cost£180.00 There is a £49 AAT registration. Details of how to register directly to AAT will be available in class.
Duration7 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start4 Nov 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

About this course

AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, part-time during the day. The course costs £180, plus a £49 AAT registration fee. Over 7 weeks, you'll cover bookkeeping fundamentals, including income and expenditure, profit and loss, and assets and liabilities. You'll also get an introduction to bookkeeping software and the importance of ethical behaviour. No prior accounting or bookkeeping knowledge is needed. Assessment is computer-based, set and marked by AAT. The level 1 aat bookkeeping classes run on Wednesdays.

Who this course is for

This Level 1 qualification introduces the role of a bookkeeper and the underpinning knowledge to identify and carry out simple different bookkeeping activities, such as income and expenditure, profit and loss, and assets and liabilities. It also offers an introduction into the role, and the benefits and risks associated with bookkeeping software.

There is no need for any prior accounting or bookkeeping knowledge. It provides a solid grounding for students before moving on to the Level 2 qualifications.

For the best chance of success we recommend that students begin their studies with a good standard of English and maths.

To enrol please visit our Eastbourne Admissions Office Monday-Friday 9am-4pm (Tuesday 9am-2pm).

Fee reductions may be available for those earning a gross, annual salary of less than £26,800, or are unemployed and in receipt of Universal Credit, Job Seekers Allowance or Employment Support Allowance.

Entry requirements

Please see website

What you will learn

  • You'll identify a range of bookkeeping transactions, including income and expenses.
  • You'll understand profit and loss, and assets and liabilities.
  • You'll learn the role and responsibilities of a bookkeeper.
  • You'll gain an introduction to bookkeeping software, including its benefits and risks.
  • You'll understand why ethical behaviour matters in bookkeeping.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus. Assessment is 100% external. You'll complete one mandatory unit assessment, set and marked by AAT. It's computer-based and time-limited. Your training provider will schedule the assessment. The qualification is not graded; you either achieve it or you don't.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start. You'll also need to register directly with AAT. Details on how to do this will be provided in class.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Bookkeeper: record financial transactions for a business.
  • Accounts assistant: support a finance team with day-to-day tasks.
  • Accounts administrator: handle invoices, payments, and basic records.
  • Finance clerk: process financial data in an office setting.
  • Payroll assistant: help manage employee pay records.

What you could study next

The natural next step is the AAT Level 2 Award in Bookkeeping or the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. These build on what you've learned here and open doors to more varied accounting and bookkeeping roles. From there, the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting is the route toward senior finance roles and professional membership.

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