Level 1

Bookkeeping Level 1

A part-time Accounting (Bookkeeping) Level 1 course, offering the ideal first step toward a new career in bookkeeping or accounts. The course is available during either daytime or evening sessions.

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Course overview

A part-time Accounting (Bookkeeping) Level 1 course, offering the ideal first step toward a new career in bookkeeping or accounts. The course is available during either daytime or evening sessions.

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Who is this course for?

This professional Accounting (Bookkeeping) Level 1 course is designed for individuals aged 19 and over.

It can help you gain bookkeeping skills and to find out more about accounts and bookkeeping as a career.

What you’ll learn

Students studying this qualification will learn the skills and supporting knowledge in one mandatory unit, Bookkeeping Fundamentals.

Topics covered include:

  • The role of the bookkeeper including an understanding of the importance of timely and accurate work as well as ethical principles
  • Fundamental accounting and bookkeeping concepts and terminology
  • Business documentation including invoices and credit notes
  • Processing customer and supplier transactions, receipts and payments
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Dual effect of transactions
  • The role of software in bookkeeping and accounting including software security

Entry requirements

You will need to attend an interview and assessment for AAT Bookkeeping Level 1, please contact 01173125000 to enrol for more information.

Future career and study

This Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping qualification can lead to further study and/or employment within the bookkeeping, finance or administration sectors.

Progression courses include:

  • Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting
  • Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping
  • This Level 1 qualification could also lead to employment in junior or supporting administration or finance roles such as accounts administrator, accounts junior or accounts receivable/payable assistant.

Additional costs

You will need to pay a one-off AAT subscription fee – this is subject to change but currently £44.

If you are on a limited income, you may be eligible to receive help with these costs from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.

Frequently asked questions

How to apply?

Your admissions journey will follow a number of straightforward steps and will likely follow a similar format to the steps outlined on our ‘How to Apply‘ page.

For 16-18 courses, places will be offered for a specific course of study at City of Bristol College, subject to the applicant meeting all course entry criteria.

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What support is available to me as a student?

You’ll have our support for every step of your studies. We’re here to help make sure you get the support that you need to succeed.

  • Careers Advice
  • Learning Support
  • Students in Care
  • Fees & Financial Support
  • Mental Health Support
  • Academic and Personal Support
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What facilities will I have access to as a student here?

From state-of-the-art engineering, construction and motor vehicle centres to welcoming spaces for A Levels, technical and vocational courses, our facilities are designed to support students in developing the skills, knowledge and experience they need for their future.

Explore our centres, as well as our training restaurants and salons, where students can put their learning into practice in professional environments.

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