Accounting - Level 2 AAT Certificate

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.

Level 2 Certificate in Accounting (AAT)

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.

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

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 will be through a mix of face to face weekly lecturing, facilitating, coaching, mentoring and online activities. You will develop 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.
As an adult learner at Yeovil College you will be able to access a range of support and services, including our dedicated Learning Resource Centre, a wealth of resources from our team of expert careers advisors, and a range of wellbeing support.

Course fee £765 plus mandatory book fees of £105.00
AAT Registration Fees of £132, 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.

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.

This course is open to anyone with an interest in Accounting.
This course requires a good level of written English, so we ask for applicants to hold either a GCSE in English at grade C / 4, or an equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills Level 2).
If you don't yet hold your GCSE English (or equivalent), you can look through our website or contact our friendly iZone team to find out more about the GCSE and Functional Skills courses we offer.

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

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.