Free AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Scarborough. Evening classes run at Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service, so you can fit study around your week. This free AAT bookkeeping course for adults covers the fundamentals of bookkeeping and working in an accounts environment. Classes run part-time, with sessions of around 4 hours. You'll gain a grounding in financial records, transactions, and basic accounting principles. The level 1 AAT bookkeeping qualification is a recognised starting point for anyone moving into 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 record financial transactions accurately.
You'll understand the principles of double-entry bookkeeping.
You'll process sales and purchase transactions.
You'll reconcile basic accounts and check for errors.
You'll understand the role of bookkeeping within a business.
You'll use financial documents such as invoices and receipts correctly.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service during evening sessions. Teaching covers bookkeeping principles through guided exercises and worked examples. Assessment for the AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping is by a computer-based test set and marked by AAT. You'll sit the test when your tutor confirms you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant, supporting a finance team with day-to-day transactions.
Bookkeeper, maintaining financial records for a small business.
Payroll administrator, processing staff wages and records.
Finance clerk, handling invoices, payments, and reconciliations.
Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments.
What you could study next
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping. The natural next step, covering double-entry bookkeeping in more depth and preparing you for accounts assistant roles.
AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting. A broader accounting qualification that builds on Level 1 and opens more routes into finance work.
AAT Level 3 Advanced Diploma in Accounting. For those aiming toward senior accounts or assistant accountant roles.
