Free Level 1 AAT Award Bookkeeping Course in Brent. Classes run at Brent Start Adult Education Service, part-time during the day. The course runs over 12 weeks, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll build practical bookkeeping and business skills that are useful at work and in everyday life. The level 1 AAT Award bookkeeping classes cover core financial and business skills at an introductory level. You'll start with an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
Adults looking to gain knowledge and skills by undertaking practical learning, which you will be able to use personally and professionally.
Entry requirements
Initial assessment
What you will learn
You'll record basic financial transactions accurately.
You'll understand how businesses manage income and expenditure.
You'll use bookkeeping documents such as invoices and receipts.
You'll develop practical numeracy skills applied to business contexts.
You'll learn how to organise and present financial information clearly.
You'll gain an understanding of basic business administration processes.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre. Learning is practical and hands-on, applying skills to real business scenarios. Assessment is carried out through tasks and exercises completed during the course. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and check your understanding as you progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brent Start Adult Education 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 bookkeeping
Payroll administrator, processing wages and employee records
Bookkeeper, maintaining financial records for a small business
Finance clerk, handling invoices, payments, and data entry
Office administrator with bookkeeping responsibilities
IT support technician roles in organisations requiring basic business skills
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in Bookkeeping (AAT) - the natural next step after this course, covering double-entry bookkeeping in more depth.
Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (AAT) - a broader qualification covering costing, payroll, and financial accounts.
Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration - useful if you want to combine bookkeeping with wider office and admin skills.
