If you’re currently working in a finance role, run your own business or are interested in a career change, our programme allows access to two of the most prestigious brands in the accounting world. We provide AAT industry recognised qualifications for a career in Bookkeeping and Computerised Accounts using industry standard SAGE software.
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Taught courses
Gain a fundamental understanding of the principles of basic bookkeeping in the context of manual accounts systems which will help you progress with computerised systems.
Manual Bookkeeping Accounts Level 1 Award covers the following units:
- Preparing and processing business documents.
- Recording credit transactions.
- Making and receiving payments.
- Recording receipts and payments.
- Maintaining petty cash records.
This 12 week course costs £200. Anyone who is receiving Means Tested Benefits as described on our fee policy can access this course for free.
Access to AAT qualifications requires student membership for all learners for a fee of £43 at the start of the course. This cost is not included in the course fees and guidance will be given at the first lesson on how to join AAT.
Distance Learning courses
Learn how to run SAGE payroll for your business or improve your career prospects.
This level 1 qualification provides an introduction to computerised payroll, record keeping and processing. Every learner is provided with a study pack which covers:
the basic features associated with payroll preparation and administration, including:
- Setting up the company details
- Entering employee records
- Calculating gross pay
- Processing the first payroll
- Running all the reports required including payslips
You will complete self-assessments and a practice test, followed by a final online assessment.
You will have access to the Sage e-learning Portal, where you will be able to access all online learning materials, including formative and practice simulations. (Six months access only). Good computing skills are required to access the portal and download materials.
The course usually requires six hours of study per week for a period of 10 weeks. Initially, you have access to the software and portal for six months, but this can be extended for a small additional cost. A 1-1 meeting with a tutor to assess your IT skills and go through enrolment onto the portal is required before starting the course. A hard copy of the coursework is available at an additional fee of £25. You must start the course within 4 weeks of enrolment and maintain regular contact with your tutor.
Upon completion, you will be awarded with the Sage 50 Payroll Level 1 Award. Possible employment opportunities include, Payroll Assistant, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Administrator.
This course costs £140 and lasts approximately 10 weeks. Anyone who is receiving Means Tested Benefits as described on our fee policy can access this course for free.
To register your interest in a Distance Learning course please contact us at york.learning@york.gov.uk.