This qualification offers candidates the opportunity to gain a fundamental understanding of double entry book-keeping and accounting.
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This qualification offers candidates the opportunity to gain a fundamental understanding of double entry book-keeping and accounting.
Candidates will learn the day to day functioning of the accounting system of any business. The course underpins future studies in accounting.
Within the context of a sole trader, you will:
You will acquire the skills and experience to run the accounting function for a small business and to progress your accounting career.
The course leads to a qualification from City and Guilds – the highly respected examination body which is recognised and valued by employers across the world.
This course typically achieves a high success rate – exam results are consistently excellent. Students are therefore able to develop their skills for career progression, success in the workplace and enhanced employer opportunities.
Start Date
September 2025
Wednesday evening 6 pm to 8 pm
Entry Requirements & Interview Process
There are no formal entry requirements but an interest in the subject area would be an advantage.
All students will be interviewed to ascertain that they have a good standard of English, Literacy and Numeracy.
There is no aptitude test though accuracy, neatness and an attention to detail are paramount to success on this programme.
Progression
Successful learners can progress onto the Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping or the Computerised Accounts Level 1.
Assessment Methods
Book-keeping Level 1 is assessed by an externally set and marked City and Guilds examination.
The exam is 1 hour long.
Course Fees
£380.60 (FCR)
The fee quoted is for guidance only and will be confirmed at enrolment.
Full Cost Recovery Courses for students aged 19+ do not attract any funding and therefore the full cost of the fees are payable by the student irrespective of their circumstances.
Career Opportunities
Book-keeper
£15,000 – £32,000
Calderdale College has a set of standard entry requirements. Apply for the course you want to study and we will help you get there.
There are a lot of courses available – work focused, practical and academic so it is important to think about the future and whether you want to proceed to university, move onto another course or get a job. We offer BTECs, Apprenticeships, T Levels, NVQs, VRQs, Degree Level Courses and more.
If you’re still not sure, don’t worry, just speak to a member of our advice and guidance team who will advise you.
Term Dates
Spring Term
6th Jan 2025 – 14th Feb 2025
24th Feb 2025 – 4th Apr 2025
Summer Term
22nd Apr 2025 – 23rd May 2025
2nd June 2025 – 27th June 2025
Calderdale College
Francis Street
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX1 3UZ
United Kingdom
