AAT Award in Bookkeeping Level 1

Where can this course lead to?

Once this stage is completed, you can continue on to the AAT Certificate in Bookkeeping (Level 2) or AAT Certificate in Accounting (Level 2). If you are employed in the accounting sector, you may wish to consider the level 2 Accounts or Finance assistant apprenctieship.

Who is it for?

This course is for those who want a solid background in single entry bookkeeping, the role of a bookkeeper and simple bookkeeping techniques.Accounting roles are exceptionally diverse and deliver quality career opportunities, and the AAT Access course is the ideal way of obtaining a taster of accountancy.

This Level 1 qualification introduces the role of a bookkeeper and the underpinning knowledge to identify and carry out simple different bookkeeping activities, such as income and expenditure, profit and loss, and assets and liabilities. It also offers an introduction into the role, and the benefits and risks associated with bookkeeping software.

What will I need?

With this qualification, there is no need for any prior knowledge or qualifications. However, we do require students to be confident readers and writers (Level 1) so that they can take the exam. Learners must be aged 19 or over.

What will I study?

This Level 1 qualification covers a range of skills and relevant supporting knowledge to help prepare students for applying numbers in business and working in a business environment.

It will give students an understanding of:

• How different organisations operate
• How to contribute effectively in the workplace
• How businesses process sales and purchases, and the documents and procedures associated with this.