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AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Birmingham

CostContact the provider
Duration13 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start19 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceEvening
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

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About this course

AAT Level 1 Bookkeeping Course in Birmingham. Evening classes run at South and City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus, one day a week over 13 weeks. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though some learners may be eligible to study free. This level 1 aat bookkeeping course covers the core principles of bookkeeping and key accounting techniques used in finance roles. You will need to join AAT as a student member, as the course leads to professional exams. Assessment is examination-based throughout.

Who this course is for

Are you an adult who is looking for a career change or returning to work after a break? Are you looking to enter the world of Accounting and Consultancy? Want to kick start your career in Accounting and Finance? Then this is the course for you!

This AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping is a part-time 1 day a week, course designed for people who want to enter the accounting and bookkeeping field.

This course is the first step towards gaining a professional qualification in bookkeeping. Studying the programme will give you exposure to all the main principles of bookkeeping and will prepare you for effective communications in the workplace. You will be required to join the professional Association of Accounting Technicians as you will be studying for professional exam. The course is examination based and you will sit an examination at set intervals throughout the course. You will need to pass all the examination to pass the course.

The Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) is the world's leading professional body for Accounting Technicians. The Bookkeeping Certificate is open to those who are looking to begin a career in Accounting and Finance and may not be in employment currently. This qualification could also help someone who is already working in an entry-level finance role to progress in their career by offering them development and formal recognition of their skills.

Whether your goal is to work part-time or have a full-time professional career, this course offers the practical skills and knowledge, unlocking doors to exciting opportunities in the world of bookkeeping and accountancy.

This short part-time Level 1 AAT Award in Bookkeeping teaches students the practical key concepts and a range of accounting techniques required to work within finance roles, whether in the Public or Private sectors.

Entry requirements

You should be working towards or have a Level 1 in English and Maths but will be expected to complete a BKSB English and Maths assessment to ensure you can cope with the demands and speed of the course. For this course you need a keen interest in bookkeeping. Your prior qualification will be helpful but not essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn the fundamental principles of bookkeeping and how they apply in the workplace.
  • You'll practise core accounting techniques used in finance roles across public and private sectors.
  • You'll develop skills in recording and processing financial transactions accurately.
  • You'll build knowledge of effective financial communication in a professional setting.
  • You'll prepare for AAT professional examinations at Level 1.

How you will learn

Classes are classroom-based, one evening a week at the Digbeth Campus. The course is examination-based. You will sit AAT exams at set intervals during the 13 weeks. You must pass all examinations to complete the course. You will also be required to register as a student member of AAT before sitting your exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South and City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant: supporting day-to-day financial processing in an office
  • Bookkeeper: recording income, expenses, and transactions for businesses
  • Finance administrator: handling invoices, payments, and financial records
  • Payroll assistant: processing staff wages and maintaining payroll records
  • Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier invoices and payments

What you could study next

After completing this level 1 aat bookkeeping qualification, you can progress to the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping, which goes deeper into double-entry bookkeeping and financial statements. From there, the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting opens the door to a broader range of accounting roles. Many learners continue through to AAT Level 3 and Level 4, which can lead to full accounting technician status.

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