We’re proud to have secured Skills Bootcamp funding through Hull City Council, giving local employers access to high-quality, employer-led AAT Bookkeeping training at a fraction of the usual cost. This initiative is designed to help businesses strengthen their teams and contribute to a more skilled local workforce.

Funded Opportunities for Local Employers

We have a limited number of funded places available:

• 10 places – AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping

• 10 places – AAT Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Bookkeeping

Each programme comes with a full course fee of £4,000 per learner; however, generous funding is available:

• SMEs: up to 90% funding*

• Large employers: up to 70% funding*

Funding can be used for existing employees, making this a cost-effective way to develop your team.

Why Employers Are Choosing Skills Bootcamps

Skills Bootcamps offer practical, employer-focused benefits that support business growth:

• Quickly build a loyal and capable workforce with the skills you need

• Futureproof your business in a changing labour market

• Boost productivity and innovation, learners bring fresh ideas and renewed motivation

Why Employers Value AAT Bookkeeping Qualifications

AAT Bookkeeping qualifications provide practical, recognised skills that strengthen your business from the inside out:

• Improve the quality and reliability of your financial processes

• Increase efficiency as employees learn to work confidently with accounts, records and systems

• Support staff to progress professionally with a nationally respected qualification

• Build internal capability and reduce reliance on external bookkeeping support

Who is Eligible?

*To be eligible for funding, learners must meet the following criteria.

• Live in Hull / East Yorkshire (East Riding of Yorkshire region)

• Are 19 years of age or older by August 31, 2025

• Have the legal right to work in the UK

• Have continuously lived in the UK for the past 3 years

Courses Start in January

Tuition begins in January 2026 and must be completed in March 2026. If your organisation is considering upskilling your team, we’d be happy to talk through the available options and remaining places.

Learners may need allocated study time or class attendance, depending on their role, working hours and the structure of the course.

If you’d like to learn more or discuss whether these courses are right for your team, get in touch with us. We’re happy to help you explore your options and answer any questions you may have. Contact hull@fi.co.uk or call 0113 467 7770.