AAT Certificate in Accounting (Online and On Campus)

What will I learn?
This qualification will prepare you for junior and entry level accounting roles. It delivers a solid foundation in finance administration - covering areas such as double entry bookkeeping to basic costing principles and using accounting software.
On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded an AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting. This internationally recognised AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) qualification enables those working in accounting or those who looking to pursue accountancy as a career to gain knowledge, practical experience and the all-important certification often sought by employers.

Units of Study
The Level 2 course covers a range of key areas, including: 

• Introduction to Bookkeeping
• Principles of Bookkeeping
• Principles of Costing
• The Business Environment 

You will also develop business communications and lifelong learning skills, applying what you learn on the course to the wider industry context.

Study Method – Online and On Campus
We have partnered with Mindful Education  to deliver this course through our flexible Online and On Campus model. 
Online, you will study award-winning video lessons, which are available on demand, and can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer – meaning you can choose how, when and where you want to study. Lessons last for around 45 minutes and are accompanied by animations and motion graphics to bring concepts to life. Practice questions, downloadable lesson materials and interactive case studies help to enhance the learning experience further and learners should expect to spend around 4-5 hours studying independently online each week. 
On campus, you benefit from regular classes with a college tutor – without having to commit to attending multiple evenings each week. Your tutor will review what you have learnt during your online lessons and will be on hand to provide guidance on progress and assessment. Regular discussion with classmates will help to reinforce key points while also providing the additional support and motivation that comes from being part of a group. 

How will I be assessed?
This course is assessed through computer-based exams and a synoptic assessment, which draws on and assesses knowledge and understanding from across the qualification.

Learner registration fees to be paid directly to AAT in addition to the Course Fees.  These are subject to change in August by AAT

2023/24 Registration Fees;

Level 2 Certificate in Accounting = £175

Awarding Organisation Fee: £275.00

Part Time Administration Fee: £45.00

Course Fee: £785.00

5 GCSE's grade A*- C or L2 ESOL. You may need to attend an interview and undertake a skills assessment. Mature learners may be assessed on English and Maths.

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• Additional support is available for students with learning difficulties and disabilities
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