Course details

Course Title:

AAT Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping Fast Track

Course Number:

SKX93144

Venue:

Derby City Council House

Learning Area:

Level:

Start Date:

17 November 2025

End Date:

27 November 2025

Session Time(s):

09:30 - 15:00

Total Hours:

35

Class Size:

Between 8 and 10 learners

Who is this course for

If you are interested in starting your career in bookkeeping or accountancy, this is the first step. Ideal for people who have little or no formal knowledge of bookkeeping,
this qualification will help learn basic skills to aid progression into further learning. This qualification will also be of benefit to people who are self-employed or working in small businesses who wish to do their own bookkeeping.

What are the entry requirements

You do not need formal qualifications to enrol on this course. However, you will need to have basic Maths, English and IT skills.
Before enrolling on the course you will need to attend an Information and Assessment session, so the tutor can advise you if this is the best course for you.

What will I be learning

The AAT Award in Bookkeeping offers you the opportunity to develop practical bookkeeping skills.
On this course you will:
Develop an understanding of the role of the bookkeeper, including the need for confidentiality and accuracy.
Learn underpinning theory: including how to identify assets, liabilities, income and expenses.
Learn how to identify profit and loss, and the differences between trading for cash and trading on credit
Develop the skills to process customer and supplier transactions e.g. to enter receipts and payments into the cash book and check amounts against the bank statement in preparation for bank reconciliation.
Be introduced to the dual effect of transactions, which is a fundamental underpinning concept for double-entry bookkeeping.

How will I be assessed and supported

You will have an Individual Learning Plan to set and review targets and provide feedback, enabling continual reflection and evaluation throughout the course. You will also receive verbal and written feedback on marked work. You will use your ILP to help track and monitor your own progress towards set goals, to support personal development and achievement.
At the end of the course, you will complete an online exam which you need to pass to achieve the qualification.

What do I need to bring?

You will need to bring a pen and folder.

Any additional costs?

There is an exam registration fee of approximately £84, this fee is set by the exam board so is subject to change. This fee includes registration with AAT and access to their online resources.  If you need to re-sit the exam, the fee is £38.
You may be eligible for a fee remission if you're claiming eligible benefits or on a low wage. Our staff will confirm this when you complete your initial assessment before enrolling.

What can this course lead to

On completion of this course, you could progress to:

Access Award in Business
Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping.

If you are interested in another course, please ask your tutor or for more information, contact us
Phone  01332 956565
Email  DALSenquiries@derby.gov.uk
Relay UK  18001 01332 956565

Derby City Council House

Address:
Derby City Council House, Corporation Street, Arboretum, Derby, DE1 2FS

Phone: 01332 293111

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Online

You can enrol onto this course now using our online secure website:
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In person

You can pop into any of our centres to enrol:

Village Learning Centre - Browning Street, Derby, DE23 8DN

Opening Times: Mon - Fri 9 – 4.30pm and Weds/Thurs evenings until 8.30pm.

Derby Multicultural Centre – Dairyhouse Road, Derby, DE23 8HN

Opening times: Mon - Fri 9 – 5pm and Mon/Tues evenings until 8.30pm.

Allen Park Centre - Allen Park Centre, Allen Street, Allenton, Derby, DE24 9DE

Opening times: Mon to Fri 9am to 4pm

Kedleston Road Training Centre - 184 Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 1GT

Opening times: Mon - Fri 9 – 4pm and Mon evening until 8.30pm.

By telephone

Enquiries: 01332 956565

By Email

DALSenquiries@derby.gov.uk

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Note: Please bring evidence of eligibility for fee reduction to the first class.