Free Level 1 Bookkeeping And Accounting Course. Study online, at your own pace, from home. This free bookkeeping and accounting course for adults covers both manual and computerised accounting, including Sage. It is free for learners aged 19 or over living in England who meet the eligibility criteria. The course takes 6 weeks to complete. Online workshops run via Teams alongside the distance learning materials. This level 1 bookkeeping and accounting qualification gives you a solid foundation to start working in accounts or bookkeeping.
Who this course is for
A distance learning training course, accompanied by online workshops on Teams for those who would like training and qualifications in both manual and computerised accounting that will give participants the opportunity to start a career in bookkeeping and accounts.
Entry requirements
Candidates must provide one of the following forms of identification:
Valid in-date passport (any nationality)
Signed in-date UK photocard driving licence
UK biometric residence permit card
Birth certificate (BUT, if a birth certificate is presented as proof of identification, an additional form of identification such as a signed bank card, utility bill or a letter issued by a government department must also be provided).
What you will learn
You'll learn the basics of manual bookkeeping and how financial records are kept.
You'll use Sage software to process computerised accounts.
You'll record financial transactions accurately.
You'll understand how to balance accounts and check figures.
You'll learn how businesses track income and expenditure.
You'll develop skills that apply directly to accounts assistant and bookkeeping roles.
How you will learn
You study online through distance learning materials you work through at your own pace. Online workshops run via Teams, giving you the chance to ask questions and get support. You complete the course within 6 weeks. Assessment is based on the work you complete during the course. You will need to provide valid photo identification before you start.
What you will need to bring
You will need to provide proof of identity before you start. Accepted documents include a valid in-date passport, a signed in-date UK photocard driving licence, a UK biometric residence permit card, or a birth certificate with an additional form of ID such as a signed bank card, utility bill, or government letter. South Essex College will confirm anything else you need before you begin.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Accounts assistant: supporting a finance team with day-to-day records.
Bookkeeper: keeping accurate financial records for a business.
Payroll administrator: processing staff wages and records.
Accounts clerk: data entry and transaction processing in a finance department.
Finance administrator: general admin support within a finance team.
Purchase ledger clerk: recording and managing supplier invoices.
What you could study next
Level 2 Award or Certificate in Bookkeeping: builds on Level 1 and covers more complex financial processes.
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: a widely used stepping stone into professional accounting roles.
Level 2 Computerised Accounting qualification: develops your Sage and digital accounting skills further.
Level 3 AAT Diploma in Accounting: the next step if you want to work as a qualified accounting technician.
