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Accounting - Level 2 AAT Certificate

Start Date: 06/09/2024

Start Time: 09:15

End Date: 06/05/2025

End Time: 13:30

Day(s): Friday

Site: College Main Site

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Course Overview

Are you a college leaver hoping to start a career in Accountancy or someone who wants to re-train in Accountancy? Do you already have practical accounting experience but no formal qualifications? Then this course may be suitable for you.

The Level 2 Certificate in Accounting is an entry-level professional course for students who wish to obtain an accounting qualification.

It includes 4 modules - Introduction to Bookkeeping, Principles of Bookkeeping Controls, Principles of Costing, The Business Environment/Synoptic. It is sponsored by 3 main accountancy bodies and is an internationally recognised qualification.

Qualification Gained

Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (AAT)

After The Course

Upon completing this course, we offer progression opportunities to higher levels of the AAT Accounting Qualifications, level 3 and level 4. The course can prepare you for employment as a Bookkeeper, Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk, Payroll Administrator, Credit Control Assistant.

Fully funded options are available at this level through government incentive schemes and the advanced learner loan.

What Will I Learn

You will learn about the fundamental principles of double entry bookkeeping, basic costing principles, using cloud based accounting software, explore economic factors and the importance of Data Security.

There are 4 modules to complete:

Introduction to Bookkeeping
Principles of Bookkeeping Controls
Principles of Costing
The Business Environment/Synoptic Assessment

Our Lecturers

You will be taught by an experienced teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the modules on the course. The team includes lecturers and professional practitioners with industry experience.

Teaching Learning and Assessment

Teaching will be through a mix of face to face weekly lecturing, facilitating, coaching, mentoring and online activities. Learners should expect to be stretched and challenged in every session. Developing an understanding of underpinning theory and application of it from a practical perspective while bearing in mind various accounting standards, concepts, analytical skills and self directed study.

Course Expenses

Course fee £632.50 plus mandatory book fees of £105.00
AAT Registration Fees of £172 paid direct to AAT by the learner
Please contact the college for information on Funding as you may be eligible for a fully funded course. - iZone team via 01935423921 or email izone@yeovil.ac.uk

Additional costs may be covered by our financial assistance bursary which you can apply for once you have had your place confirmed and at that point, you will be provided with the bursary application form.

How Will I Be Assessed

There will be 4 computer based examinations, these are set and marked by the AAT as the Awarding Body for the qualification. A computer based exam will take place after delivery of each unit, a mark of 70% is required to achieve a Pass in each examination. They will take place at Yeovil College, an exam timetable will be made available at the start of the course.

Entry Requirements

This course is open entry, but you must be confident in English and Mathematics. You may be asked to attend an interview.

Required Experience

Although current or previous experience in a finance role is not required for this course, it can assist your studies on this course.

How To Apply

Apply online by clicking the button below. If you have any questions about your application, please don't hesitate to contact our friendly iZone team via 01935423921 or email izone@yeovil.ac.uk.