About the course
As a business owner you'll need to understand, interpret and communicate key financial information, so you can effectively review your business's performance. Our Access Award (Level 1) in bookkeeping offers an introduction to the core areas of bookkeeping. it consists of one unit and associated assessment, covering the role of a bookkeeper and the basic techniques needed to complete simple bookkeeping activities. The qualification offers a progression opportunity on to the AAT Foundation (Level 2) Bookkeeping qualification.
Entry requirements
Unlike other qualifications there are no entry requirements with AAT and you don't need relevant work experience.
Useful strengths
Confidence with numbers
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem solving.
Qualifications
AAT Access Award in Bookkeeping (Level 1)
What you'll learn (core modules)
1. The role of a bookkeeping
2. Bookkeeping Terminology
3. Business Documentation
4. Checking Documentation
5. Books of Prime Entry
6. Bookkeeping Basics
7. Bank reconciliations
How will I be assessed?
AAT assessments are computer based and can be sat (Park Road, Haverhill).
There will also be a number of mock assessments to complete during your course to ensure that you are ready for the final assessment.
Where is the course delivered? (facilities/classrooms)
Online but linked to Haverhill Learning Centre
Where will this course take me?
AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping or Accounting
AAT Level 2 Foundation in Computerised Accounting
How much will it cost?
Course fees are £160
This includes your initial exam fee, any resit will need to paid for separately.
It also includes your course book and any additional notes that we provide you.
You will need to pay for your AAT Registration separately, this is £40 and you will be shown in class how to do this.
If you need help with funding
Please do ask the staff based at the centre, there are a number of funding options available.
I'm interested. What should I do now?
If you are interested in this course, please go ahead and make an application online.
If you have any further questions, you can either go to the centre and speak to the staff onsite, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and one of the tutor team will get back to you within 24 hours.
Days & times
Starting 28/09/2020
Monday