Free AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Liverpool. Classes run at Hugh Baird College Bootle, part-time during the day. This is a free AAT bookkeeping course for adults who want to study at a manageable pace alongside other commitments. You'll cover the fundamentals of bookkeeping, including recording financial transactions and understanding basic accounting principles. The course runs over 35 weeks. A level 1 AAT bookkeeping qualification gives you a recognised starting point for a career in accounting or bookkeeping.
Who this course is for
https://hughbaird.ac.uk/our-courses/sta:College
Entry requirements
https://www.hughbaird.ac.uk/entry-requirements
What you will learn
You'll record financial transactions accurately using double-entry bookkeeping.
You'll understand the purpose and structure of accounts.
You'll process sales and purchase transactions.
You'll balance accounts and prepare basic financial records.
You'll use accounting documents such as invoices and receipts correctly.
You'll understand the role of bookkeeping within a business.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Hugh Baird College Bootle. Learning is delivered through tutor-led instruction, practical exercises, and worked examples. Assessment for the AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping is by computer-based test, which you'll sit when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hugh Baird College Bootle 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 tasks
Accounts payable clerk - process supplier invoices and payments
Accounts receivable clerk - manage customer invoices and receipts
Payroll administrator - process employee pay and records
Finance administrator - general financial admin across an organisation
What you could study next
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping - the natural next step, covering more complex bookkeeping tasks and preparing you for entry-level bookkeeping roles.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting - a broader qualification that opens doors to accounts assistant and finance admin roles.
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting - for those aiming toward a technician-level accounting career.
