Applications for this course are open! Click HERE to apply!
What will I learn?
This course equips students with the knowledge, skills and competence to keep bookkeeping records for an organisation. It provides knowledge and understanding of bookkeeping terminology, and an introduction to the principles of bookkeeping and accounts.
Course content includes accurately completing a range of source documents incorporating a range of VAT rates, preparing outgoing documents, developing language, literacy and numeracy skills related to the workplace and more.
How is this course taught?
This part time course is taught in person. Classes take place in the Castlemill Education Centre in Balbriggan.
When will this course take place?
This course will start in September 2025 and will finish in January 2026. Students will have holidays during the October midterm break and Christmas.
Who can apply for this course?
Adults who live in the Fingal area can apply for this course. To ensure that you are offered a place on a course which is at the right level for you and appropriate to your learning needs all applicants are assessed prior to placement on the course. A strong level of English language and IT skills are required for the course.
Am I eligible for course funding?
Students on this course are eligible for funding if:
- they are an early school leaver, or
- they are receiving a social welfare payment, or
- they are receiving a carer’s payment, or
- they have a medical card or G.P. card, or
- they are signing for credits.
How do I apply?
- Click HERE to apply online,
- Call 01 841 7763 (Balbriggan) or 01 840 8946 (Swords) to apply over the phone,
- Email kevinmccabe@ddletbaes.ie (Balbriggan) or rebeccarudden@ddletbaes.ie (Swords) if you have questions about the application process or would like more course information,
- Visit our centres to apply in person. Locations can be found below.
Centre Locations
7 The Plaza, Forster Way, Swords, Co. Dublin, K67 W260
Burgundy House, Forster Way, Swords, Co. Dublin, K67 YC60
Castlemill Education Centre, Balbriggan K32 P237
Sarsfield House, Balbriggan K32 KX82