Level 1 Award in Bookkeeping

About this course

The course introduces the bookkeeper’s role and the principles behind accurate, timely and ethical record-keeping. Participants examine assets, liabilities, income, expenses, capital, profit and loss, and the distinction between cash and credit transactions. Practical study covers customer and supplier transactions, recording receipts and payments in a cash book, checking entries against bank statements and the dual effect of transactions. The course also considers cloud and traditional accounting software, including software security. Assessment is through one externally marked, computer-based and time-limited mandatory assessment.

What you'll learn

• Identify assets, liabilities, income, expenses, capital, profit and loss within basic bookkeeping contexts.
• Process customer and supplier transactions accurately.
• Record receipts and payments in a cash book and compare amounts with a bank statement.
• Explain the dual effect of transactions as a foundation for double-entry bookkeeping.
• Describe the role, benefits, risks and security considerations of bookkeeping software.

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for learners developing beyond fundamental skills, including people with limited work experience, those needing additional support to progress, and people who are self-employed or work in small businesses. Entry requirements include Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English and Maths, plus basic digital IT skills. Teaching is face to face.

• Requires Entry Level 3 Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Requires basic digital IT skills.
• May suit learners with minimal work experience or those needing additional support.
• May be relevant to self-employed learners and people working in small businesses.

Before you go

• Learners need regular access to a computer or laptop and a reliable internet connection.
• A non-programmable calculator is required.
• After enrolment, learners will have access to Microsoft Office 365 and may be able to receive a laptop.