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PDA Bookkeeping

  • Qualifications Professional Development Award Programmes
  • SCQF Level SCQF Level 7
  • Study mode Evenings only and Weekends
  • Campus Ayr
  • Start date September 2025
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Attendance/Duration

This course run every Thursday 6.00pm - 9.00pm

Overview

This course provides a focused introduction to the core skills of bookkeeping, equipping you with the practical knowledge and software proficiency needed for entry-level accounting roles. You'll gain hands-on experience in recording financial transactions, managing payroll, and utilising industry-standard accounting software.

Entry Requirements

Experience in Accounting or a related field would be beneficial.

Course Content

3 HN units giving a PDA in Bookkeeping. These can contribute 3 credits to the HNC in Accounting.

Three HN Units covered:

  • Recording Financial Information
  • Using Financial Accounting Software
  • Payroll

This covers manual and computerised bookkeeping using the Sage Accounting package along with understanding and operating Sage Payroll.

Careers and Further Study

You could use the PDA to start an HNC Accounting. The 3 units in this PDA are also in the HNC Accounting.

Cost

£330.00

For details of funding options and/or instalment plans please speak to our Finance Team on 01563 537871 or email: coursefees@ayrshire.ac.uk.

You can also visit https://www1.ayrshire.ac.uk/courses/tuition-fees for information.