Free AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Northallerton. Evening classes run at Northallerton Adult Education, so you can fit study around your week. This is a free AAT bookkeeping course for adults aged 19 or over who meet the funding eligibility criteria. The course runs part-time and covers the core skills used in an accounts environment. It takes around 4 hours in total. This level 1 AAT bookkeeping qualification is a solid starting point if you want to move into finance or accounts work.
Who this course is for
The course will provide an accredited qualification for those who are interested in working in an accounts environment.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August in the current academic year and not be an apprentice,further eligibility may be linked to where you live and your individual income.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll understand the basics of double-entry bookkeeping.
You'll process receipts and payments.
You'll work with ledger accounts and understand their purpose.
You'll learn how to balance accounts correctly.
You'll develop the numeracy skills used in everyday accounts work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Northallerton Adult Education. Teaching covers bookkeeping principles through worked examples and practice exercises. Assessment is by a written exam set by AAT. You'll need to pass the exam to earn your Award in Bookkeeping.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Northallerton Adult Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant. Entry-level role processing invoices and payments.
Bookkeeper. Maintaining financial records for a business.
Finance administrator. Supporting a finance team with day-to-day tasks.
Payroll assistant. Processing staff wages and records.
Purchase ledger clerk. Managing supplier invoices and payments.
What you could study next
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting. The natural next step after this Award. Covers double-entry bookkeeping in more depth and introduces management accounting.
AAT Level 2 Award in Bookkeeping. A focused bookkeeping qualification at the next level, useful if you want to specialise rather than move into broader accounting.
AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting. For those aiming toward a career in accounting or finance management.
