Adults

Accounting

Basic Bookkeeping

Gain confidence with business finances and learn the fundamentals of bookkeeping. This beginner-friendly Basic Bookkeeping course provides a practical introduction to how money moves through a business and the simple systems used to keep financial records organised.

Designed for complete beginners, small business owners, and anyone looking to build confidence with everyday financial tasks, this course helps learners understand the essential principles of bookkeeping in a clear and supportive environment. You will learn practical skills that can be applied straight away, from recording income and expenses to understanding key financial documents and maintaining accurate records.

Whether you are supporting a small business, improving your own financial knowledge, or taking your first step towards a career in finance, this course will give you the skills, confidence, and understanding needed to manage everyday financial tasks more effectively and progress to further learning opportunities.

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Start Date and Duration

This course will start on Wednesday 19th May 2027 and take five weeks to complete. You will attend college on a Wednesday, from 9.30am – 12.30pm.

This course takes place at our Town Centre Campus, Water Street, St Helens, WA10 1PP.

Course Content

Learners will explore the fundamentals of bookkeeping and gain an understanding of why accurate financial records are important for businesses. They will develop confidence in carrying out everyday bookkeeping tasks and learn how to record financial transactions using a cashbook.

As the course progresses, learners will be introduced to ledgers and the principles of double-entry bookkeeping, as well as basic bank reconciliation techniques used to compare financial records with bank statements.

The course also covers key financial documents and simple financial reporting, helping learners to understand and interpret profit and loss information. In addition, learners will gain an introduction to VAT and explore digital bookkeeping tools that support accurate and efficient record-keeping.

Assessment Methods

The course is assessed through practical bookkeeping tasks completed during lessons, such as recording transactions, updating cashbooks and completing simple reconciliations.

Tutors will monitor progress through informal observation and short skills checks to ensure learners can apply the knowledge and techniques covered during the course.

Entry Requirements

The course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements. Learners simply need an interest in understanding how business finances work and a willingness to take part in practical activities.

Course Cost

The total cost of this course is £75. You may be eligible for funding depending on your personal circumstances and subject to a fee assessment during the enrolment process. For further details, please visit our financial support pages.

Future Progression Opportunities

On successful completion of this course, learners can progress to a range of further learning opportunities, including the Level 1 AAT Award in Bookkeeping.

Many learners use their new skills to support a small business, manage their personal finances more confidently, or take their first step towards roles in accounts, finance, or office administration.

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