Level 1 AAT Bookkeeping Course in Halesowen

CostFree
Duration18 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAAT awarding body

Free. Contact Halesowen College for more info.

About this course

Level 1 AAT Award Bookkeeping Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College, part-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though fee remission may be available. Contact the Admissions department for details. The course runs over 18 weeks and covers the foundations of bookkeeping and business skills. It suits anyone looking to take their first step into accounting and finance. The level 1 AAT award bookkeeping qualification is a recognised starting point for a career in bookkeeping or accounts.

Who this course is for

For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk

Entry requirements

For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to record basic financial transactions
  • You'll understand the principles of double-entry bookkeeping
  • You'll process sales and purchase documents
  • You'll handle cash and bank transactions
  • You'll develop an understanding of business documents and their purpose
  • You'll build foundational skills in business administration relevant to accounts roles

How you will learn

You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Halesowen College during the day. Learning is delivered face to face, with tutor support throughout. Assessment is through written tasks and practical exercises that test your understanding of bookkeeping and business skills. Contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777 for full details of how the course is assessed.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Accounts assistant: supporting day-to-day financial record keeping
  • Bookkeeper: maintaining accurate financial records for businesses
  • Payroll administrator: processing employee pay and deductions
  • Finance administrator: handling invoices, expenses, and accounts data
  • Purchase ledger clerk: managing supplier invoices and payments
  • Sales ledger clerk: recording customer payments and chasing debts

What you could study next

  • Level 2 AAT Award in Bookkeeping: the natural next step, covering more advanced bookkeeping skills and preparing you for work in accounts.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: broadens your knowledge across accounting principles and opens more job roles.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Accounting: moves you toward technician-level work and further AAT membership.

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