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Level 1 - Introduction to Taxation and Self-Assessment

  • Academic Year: 26/27
  • Adult
  • Chester Campus
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Short Course

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The Course

This course introduces you to how taxation works in the UK and how to manage self-assessment with confidence. It is suitable if you are new to the subject or want a better understanding of your personal tax responsibilities.

You will learn how income tax and National Insurance are applied and why they matter. The course explains how the self-assessment process works, including what information you need and when to submit it. You will also look at key deadlines and how to stay compliant.

The focus is on helping you feel more confident when dealing with your own finances. This could be useful if you are self-employed, planning to work for yourself, or want to improve your general financial awareness.

There are no formal qualifications required. An interest in finance or managing your own tax is recommended.
You can progress onto an AAT Level 1 or Level 2 course in Accounting.
£216

The course fee shown is the co-funded rate which is only available for people living in the local authority areas of Cheshire West and Chester or Cheshire East. If you live outside of these local authorities please contact the College for fee information.

Funding for Adult Courses

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

Higher Education Funding

There is funding available for eligible students.

Do I pay this fee?

Higher Education courses such as HNCs and HNDs can be self-funded through a payment plan. However, for eligible students, a tuition fee loan can fund your course through Student Finance England and you may be eligible for a maintenance loan to support your education.

Please note, you should apply for your loan before the course starts. You only commit to the loan once you begin attending the course.

Find out more about eligibility at Student Finance. For more information, find out on our Higher Education page or get in touch with our Bursary department.

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Have questions or need help applying? Our friendly Admissions Team is here for you — get in touch today!

Email: admissions@ccsw.ac.uk

Phone: 01270 654654 (Crewe Campus) / 01244 656555 (Ellesmere Port and Chester Campuses)

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FUNDING FOR ADULT COURSES

If you are aged 19+ we can help you upskill and invest in your future with one of our adult courses.

You may see a fee attached to the course you’re interested in, but if you are 19+ there may be funding options available to cover the cost of your course.

Get in touch with admissions@ccsw.ac.uk if you’d like anymore information.

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