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Free AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Scarborough – Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service

CostFREE
Duration4 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body
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About this course

Free AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Scarborough. Classes run at Scarborough Adult Learning and Skills Service, part-time during the day. This free AAT bookkeeping course runs for 4 hours per week, making it manageable alongside other commitments. You'll cover the fundamentals of bookkeeping and working in an accounts environment. The level 1 AAT bookkeeping qualification is a recognised first step into finance and accounting work. AAT bookkeeping classes cover recording transactions, understanding financial documents, and basic double-entry principles.

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 purpose of key financial documents such as invoices and receipts.
  • You'll apply basic double-entry bookkeeping principles.
  • You'll work with accounts for sales, purchases, and cash.
  • You'll understand the role of bookkeeping within a business.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre. Teaching covers bookkeeping theory and practical exercises. Assessment is through a written examination set by AAT. You'll sit the exam when you and your tutor agree 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 day-to-day financial administration
  • Bookkeeper, maintaining financial records for a business
  • Finance administrator, handling invoices and payments
  • Payroll assistant, processing employee pay and records
  • Purchase ledger clerk, managing supplier accounts and payments

What you could study next

AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping is the natural next step, building on double-entry skills and covering more complex transactions. From there, the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting broadens your knowledge across financial and management accounting. These qualifications open routes into further AAT study at Level 3 and beyond, supporting a career in accounting or finance.

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